Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional home office in Other with dark hardwood floors and wood walls.

This rare 1950’s glass-fronted townhouse on Manhattan’s Upper East Side underwent a modern renovation to create plentiful space for a family. An additional floor was added to the two-story building, extending the façade vertically while respecting the vocabulary of the original structure. A large, open living area on the first floor leads through to a kitchen overlooking the rear garden. Cantilevered stairs lead to the master bedroom and two children’s rooms on the second floor and continue to a media room and offices above. A large skylight floods the atrium with daylight, illuminating the main level through translucent glass-block floors.

For the Love of MCM

Sklar Studios

Genius, smooth operating, space saving furniture that seamlessly transforms from desk, to shelving, to murphy bed without having to move much of anything and allows this room to change from guest room to a home office in a snap. The original wood ceiling, curved feature wall, and windows were all restored back to their original condition.

Lakeside Modern Marvel

Duke Homes, Inc.

The home office features a focal wall that adds dimensional interest to the room.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern home office in Indianapolis with grey walls, laminate floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wood walls.

Old Campbell Lake House

Celtic Custom Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts study room in Little Rock with black walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, coffered and wood walls.

Rustic Home Office

Photo of a mid-sized country home office in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wood walls.

Full Home -Transitional Refresh

Twilly and Fig

Industrial meets cozy; this home office features a wood and iron A-frame desk, grey leather chairs, plush kidney pillows, and a light grey abstract ottoman. The grey motorized roman shades and neutral, round Greek key-patterned area rug add depth and visual interest against the wood floor and paneled walls.

Study

Catlin Design

Pecky and clear cypress wood walls, moldings, and arched beam ceiling is the feature of the study. Custom designed cypress cabinetry was built to complement the interior architectural details

Mountaintop Retreat

Scott Wilson Architect, LLC

Design ideas for a large contemporary home office in Nashville with a library, brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Boca Dreamy Oasis

Nikki Levy Interiors

Work doesn't feel like work in this office. Lux and refined woodwork are counter balances with industrial elements to create a masculine and refined effect

Relaxed Beach

J Lynn Design Group

This home office has a custom Murphy bed design that will not disappoint your guest
Large beach style study room in Miami with blue walls, travertine floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Organic Modern, Cordillera Ranch

NR Interiors

This is a unique multi-purpose space, designed to be both a TV Room and an office for him. We designed a custom modular sofa in the center of the room with movable suede back pillows that support someone facing the TV and can be adjusted to support them if they rotate to face the view across the room above the desk. It can also convert to a chaise lounge and has two pillow backs that can be placed to suite the tall man of the home and another to fit well as his petite wife comfortably when watching TV. The leather arm chair at the corner windows is a unique ergonomic swivel reclining chair and positioned for TV viewing and easily rotated to take full advantage of the private view at the windows. The original fine art in this room was created by Tess Muth, San Antonio, TX.

Transitional Home with Ocean Views

Asher Slaunwhite + Partners

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style study room in Other with carpet, grey floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Texas Ranch House - Patina Face Reclaimed Long Leaf Pine Flooring

WoodCo

Octagonal Library Room. Sinker Cypress Custom Cabinetry and Reclaimed Patina Faced Long Leaf Pine Flooring
Large country home office in Austin with a library, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wood walls.

Waterfront Post and Beam

Doyle Coffin Architecture LLC

Photo of a mid-sized country home office in New York with a library, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wood walls.

Residential Refurbishment with Timber-panelled Study in Kensington, London, W8

PTP Architects London

Architecture by PTP Architects; Interior Design by Francois Gilles and Dominique Lubar; Works by Martinisation
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in London with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wood walls.

Full Home -Transitional Refresh

Twilly and Fig

Avondale Estates

Walter Studio Interior Design

Photography: Rustic White
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional home office in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, wood and wood walls.

2020 Showcase Home - Hidden Springs, Fredericksburg, TX

White Construction Company

Breathtaking home office with oak log and chink finish on the walls, custom floating shelves and a stylish barn doors.
This is an example of a mid-sized country study room in Austin with brown walls, light hardwood floors, multi-coloured floor, wood and wood walls.

Longwoods Transitional

Frankel Design Build

Design ideas for an expansive transitional study room in Houston with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wood walls.

Home Office Design Ideas with Wood Walls

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.