Photo of a large contemporary study room in Brisbane with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Forest House.

Bayside Architecture

Photo of an expansive midcentury home studio in Brisbane with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Misc. Spaces

Superior Home Improvement

This is an example of a transitional home office in Omaha with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and vaulted.

Modern Condo Reimagined

Wiles Design Group

This remodel transformed two condos into one, overcoming access challenges. We designed the space for a seamless transition, adding function with a laundry room, powder room, bar, and entertaining space. A sleek office table and chair complement the stunning blue-gray wallpaper in this home office. The corner lounge chair with an ottoman adds a touch of comfort. Glass walls provide an open ambience, enhanced by carefully chosen decor, lighting, and efficient storage solutions. ---Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/cedar-rapids-condo-remodel

Pinecrest Home Remodel Japandi Style

Janet Patterson Interior Design (JPID)

Modern neutral home office with a vaulted ceiling.
Mid-sized modern study room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, beige floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Country Home Office

Mid-sized country home studio in London with white walls, carpet, a freestanding desk and exposed beam.

Dahlia St

Factor Design Build

Transitional home office in Denver with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

Home Addition

David Kurtis Photography

This is an example of a contemporary home office in Boston with grey walls, a freestanding desk, grey floor and vaulted.

Grand Haven Custom Home

Chirigos Designs / Design Bar

The home office is used daily for this executive who works remotely. Everything was thoughtfully designed for the needs - a drink refrigerator and file drawers are built into the wall cabinetry; various lighting options, grass cloth wallpaper, swivel chairs and a wall-mounted tv

Golden Hour Garden

Interiors by Herlong

Photo of a large mediterranean study room in Charleston with brown walls, a built-in desk and vaulted.

Library Retreat

Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC

Photo of a traditional home office in Nashville with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor, exposed beam and vaulted.

Keller Sophisticated Office

BRNS Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in Dallas with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Rénovation d'un Moulin Gers

Castellanos

Eclectic home office in Toulouse with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and exposed beam.

Le bureau au fond du jardin

AGENCE MARN DÉCO

Mid-sized eclectic craft room in Paris with green walls, concrete floors, a freestanding desk, grey floor and vaulted.

Tranquil Sophistication

Henderson Custom Homes & Remodeling

This is an example of a large eclectic study room in Dallas with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and vaulted.

Keller Sophisticated Office

BRNS Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in Dallas with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Reclaimed Brick Modern French Country

Wyrick Residential Design

Large study room in Houston with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and exposed beam.

Altadena Listening Studio

Studio Knowhow

Design ideas for a small contemporary home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

High Style in San Antonio

BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

Warm and inviting this new construction home, by New Orleans Architect Al Jones, and interior design by Bradshaw Designs, lives as if it's been there for decades. Charming details provide a rich patina. The old Chicago brick walls, the white slurried brick walls, old ceiling beams, and deep green paint colors, all add up to a house filled with comfort and charm for this dear family. Lead Designer: Crystal Romero; Designer: Morgan McCabe; Photographer: Stephen Karlisch; Photo Stylist: Melanie McKinley.

Verano Home Office

Jamie Naugle Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in Austin with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Home Office Design Ideas with Vaulted and Exposed Beam

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.