An old outdated barn transformed into a Pottery Barn-inspired space, blending vintage charm with modern elegance.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country home studio in Philadelphia with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

North Refugio

Salt Architecture

Inspiration for a transitional home office in San Luis Obispo with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, grey floor, exposed beam, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Maple Grove and Basement Remodel

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

Once their basement remodel was finished they decided that wasn't stressful enough... they needed to tackle every square inch on the main floor. I joke, but this is not for the faint of heart. Being without a kitchen is a major inconvenience, especially with children. The transformation is a completely different house. The new floors lighten and the kitchen layout is so much more function and spacious. The addition in built-ins with a coffee bar in the kitchen makes the space seem very high end. The removal of the closet in the back entry and conversion into a built-in locker unit is one of our favorite and most widely done spaces, and for good reason. The cute little powder is completely updated and is perfect for guests and the daily use of homeowners. The homeowners did some work themselves, some with their subcontractors, and the rest with our general contractor, Tschida Construction.

14 - Modern Farmhouse Office

Aspire Fine Homes

Photo of an expansive country study room in Houston with dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

The homeowner's office, set in a moody monochromatic blue, features extensive custom millwork including glass-front cabinetry with cremone bolts.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional home office in DC Metro with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, recessed and planked wall panelling.

Portfolio Staging for Developer

BK Classic Collections Home Stagers

Photo of a large country study room in Boston with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor and planked wall panelling.

Beach Style Home Office

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style study room in Austin with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Un-Beiged

Top Shelf Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional home office in Vancouver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Winnett Residence

Level Studio

Our Winnett Residence Project had a long, narrow and open concept living space that our client’s wanted to function both as a living room and permanent work space. Inspired by a lighthouse from needlework our client crafted, we decided to go with a low peninsula gas fireplace that functions as a beautiful room divider, acts as an island when entertaining and is transparent on 3 sides to allow light to filter in the space. A large sectional and coffee table opposite custom millwork increases seating and storage allowing this space to be used for the family and when guests visit. Paired with a collection of Canadiana prints all featuring water play off the white and blue colour scheme with touches of plants everywhere.

Young Rd Residence

Jill Litner Kaplan Interiors

Design ideas for a transitional home office in Boston with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Laren Lane

Jessica Koltun Home

Coastal Cool Design By Broker and Designer Jessica Koltun in Dallas, TX. White shaker cabinetry, white oak vanities, brushed brass gold, polished nickel, black granite countertops, penny tile and subway shower, arch mirror, open shelving, shiplap, dark painted tray ceiling, blue wall paneling, white quartz countertops, zellige tile backsplash, bedrosians cloe tile shower, unique round mirror, marble floor and walls, basketweave tile, california, contemporary, renovation, remodel, for sale.

Home Staging

Hidden Gem Staging & Design

This is an example of a mid-sized country study room in Columbus with grey walls, vinyl floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Craft Room - Hartwell Desert, Solid, Seringa, Random Width Hardwood

Impressions Flooring Collection

Design ideas for a large country craft room in Raleigh with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Beautifully Appointed Cottage in Linstead

Sew Beautiful

This beautifully appointed cottage is a peaceful refuge for a busy couple. From hosting family to offering a home away from home for Navy Midshipmen, this home is inviting, relaxing and comfortable. To meet their needs and those of their guests, the home owner’s request of us was to provide window treatments that would be functional while softening each room. In the bedrooms, this was achieved with traversing draperies and operable roman shades. Roman shades complete the office and also provide privacy in the kitchen. Plantation shutters softly filter the light while providing privacy in the living room.

2373 CL

Weaver Custom Homes

Design ideas for a study room with grey walls, carpet, a freestanding desk, grey floor and planked wall panelling.

Bailey Creek Project

Indigo Interiors Co

Design ideas for a transitional home office in Other with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor and planked wall panelling.

Eclectic Home Office

Inspiration for a small eclectic home office in Philadelphia with vinyl floors, timber, vaulted, white walls, a freestanding desk, beige floor and planked wall panelling.

Mr H – Winchester, Hampshire – 3.8m x 3.0m Contemporary Garden Office

Garden Retreat

Mr H approached Garden Retreat requiring a garden office including the removal of their old shed and the formation of a concrete base. This contemporary garden building is constructed using an external tanalised cladding as standard and bitumen paper to ensure any damp is kept out of the building. The walls are constructed using a 75mm x 38mm timber frame, 50mm Celotex and a 12mm inner lining grooved ply to finish the walls. The total thickness of the walls is 100mm which lends itself to all year round use. The floor is manufactured using heavy duty bearers, 75mm Celotex and a 15mm ply floor which can either be carpeted or a vinyl floor can be installed for a hard wearing and an easily clean option. We do however now include an engineered laminate floor as standard, please contact us for laminate floor options. The roof is insulated and comes with an inner ply, metal roof covering, underfelt and internal spot lights. Also within the electrics pack there is consumer unit, 3 double sockets and a switch. We also install sockets with built in USB charging points which is very useful and this building also has external spots to lights to light up the front of the building. This particular model was supplied with one set of 1200mm wide anthracite grey uPVC multi-lock French doors and two 600mm anthracite grey uPVC sidelights which provides a modern look and lots of light. In addition, it has a casement window to the right elevation for ventilation if you do not want to open the French doors. The building is designed to be modular so during the ordering process you have the opportunity to choose where you want the windows and doors to be. If you are interested in this design or would like something similar please do not hesitate to contact us for a quotation?

Woodland Hills Residence

Studio Danel

Welcome to Woodland Hills, Los Angeles – where nature's embrace meets refined living. Our residential interior design project brings a harmonious fusion of serenity and sophistication. Embracing an earthy and organic palette, the space exudes warmth with its natural materials, celebrating the beauty of wood, stone, and textures. Light dances through large windows, infusing every room with a bright and airy ambiance that uplifts the soul. Thoughtfully curated elements of nature create an immersive experience, blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors, inviting the essence of tranquility into every corner. Step into a realm where modern elegance thrives in perfect harmony with the earth's timeless allure.

Office

Elizabeth Taylor Satterfield Interior Design, Inc.

This home office is unique in every aspect. The overall theme of this room is the inside of an old naval ship. We found lights that came off of a ship and had them rewired to hang in this space. The powder room mirror was once an old porthole window on a ship.

Home Office Design Ideas with a Freestanding Desk and Planked Wall Panelling

A home office has many uses and isn’t a mere luxury anymore. You might work from home, or bring work home, or you might just need a place to go through bills, mail or store important paperwork. Kids can use a home office to do their homework, or quietly play a game online. Browse the photos on Houzz for home office ideas and inspiration, and strike up a conversation with the architect or designer or your favourite picks. For more home office ideas, check out the Stories section.

How much office storage do I need?

To ensure your home office or study room isn’t buried under a deluge of paperwork, books and supplies, incorporate plenty of shelves, cabinets and drawers. Floating or built-in shelves with cubbies can stock books and magazine holders; or for a more traditional look, make room for a large bookcase that fits in with the decor of your home. Invest in a filing cabinet to store paperwork, and opt for a lockable filing cabinet if you have sensitive documents. A tray organiser can store incoming mail and will help prioritise bills. The type of desk you choose is also key to keeping things organised. Look for desks with deep drawers and plenty of surface space, and add tray organisers to the drawers to keep track of staples like pens, pencils, highlighters and sticky tape. If you want a streamlined look, find a way to conceal any computer cables or wires, too. One solution is to install a false back on your desk, if it doesn’t already have one.

How do I choose an office desk and chair?

If you spend long hours hunched over your work desk at home, invest in ergonomic office chairs with wheels for better back health and comfort. Consider optimal lumbar support with flexibility in adjusting handles and back angle. Most rolling office chairs come upholstered, typically in leather, but that’s no reason why you can’t have one custom-made to suit your home decor. When picking out your work desk, be sure to consider its overall function. If you work from home and hold meetings, pick an oversized, sturdy desk that is double-sided (can be accessed from both sides). You’ll want it to look professional, so opt for dark timbers over high-shine finishes. It’s also a good idea to create a separate study desk for the kids, so homework doesn’t go missing among your files. If your home office is for the whole family a two-person desk or built-in long work bench are more suitable. Where space is tight, look for a retractable computer desk, or utilise an awkward corner with a corner desk.

What home office decor will encourage productivity?

Use your walls for to-do lists: hang a pegboard and paint it in your favourite colour or be adventurous with chalkboard paint and whiteboard panels. Bulletin boards that keep the whole family in order are an extra feature that always come in handy. Use your stationery and office accessories – think pencil cups, paper trays and magazine holders – to add colour and pattern, and desk lamps, clocks, maps and calendars to personalise the space. Above all else, aim for ease of use.