We wanted to create a cozy and productive atmosphere for this fun couple. To maximize the limited space, we opted to mount the larger pieces on the wall. The design we chose was a blend of simplistic style and neutral tones, with a touch of color added in throughout.

Industrial Ranch House

Sarah Carr Design

Inspiration for a large industrial home studio in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Coin bureau

Cécile Humbert - Design d'intérieur

This is an example of a small industrial study room in Paris with white walls and grey floor.

White Street Loft

kimberly peck architect

photos by Pedro Marti This large light-filled open loft in the Tribeca neighborhood of New York City was purchased by a growing family to make into their family home. The loft, previously a lighting showroom, had been converted for residential use with the standard amenities but was entirely open and therefore needed to be reconfigured. One of the best attributes of this particular loft is its extremely large windows situated on all four sides due to the locations of neighboring buildings. This unusual condition allowed much of the rear of the space to be divided into 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, all of which had ample windows. The kitchen and the utilities were moved to the center of the space as they did not require as much natural lighting, leaving the entire front of the loft as an open dining/living area. The overall space was given a more modern feel while emphasizing it’s industrial character. The original tin ceiling was preserved throughout the loft with all new lighting run in orderly conduit beneath it, much of which is exposed light bulbs. In a play on the ceiling material the main wall opposite the kitchen was clad in unfinished, distressed tin panels creating a focal point in the home. Traditional baseboards and door casings were thrown out in lieu of blackened steel angle throughout the loft. Blackened steel was also used in combination with glass panels to create an enclosure for the office at the end of the main corridor; this allowed the light from the large window in the office to pass though while creating a private yet open space to work. The master suite features a large open bath with a sculptural freestanding tub all clad in a serene beige tile that has the feel of concrete. The kids bath is a fun play of large cobalt blue hexagon tile on the floor and rear wall of the tub juxtaposed with a bright white subway tile on the remaining walls. The kitchen features a long wall of floor to ceiling white and navy cabinetry with an adjacent 15 foot island of which half is a table for casual dining. Other interesting features of the loft are the industrial ladder up to the small elevated play area in the living room, the navy cabinetry and antique mirror clad dining niche, and the wallpapered powder room with antique mirror and blackened steel accessories.

Sheikhawat House

Design Office

This is an example of an industrial home office in Mumbai with white walls, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Mt Eden Modern Industrial Style Renovation

Broswick Builders Ltd

Mezzanine home office. Photography: Jamie Cobel
Small industrial study room in Auckland with white walls, dark hardwood floors and a built-in desk.

7250 Franklin

HDevelopment

Miranda Morrissey and Veronica Zamora
Industrial home office in Los Angeles with white walls.

Casa J

Nordicthink

Mesa en hierro y sillas Fiber de Muuto
Photo of an industrial home studio in Barcelona with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

French + Tye
Industrial home office in London with white walls, dark hardwood floors and a built-in desk.

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Millbrook Cabinetry and Design

Robert P Campbell
Inspiration for a small industrial study room in New York with white walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

дом в мамонтовке

Алексей Розенберг

Константин Дубовец
This is an example of an industrial home office in Moscow with a library, white walls and brown floor.

Marmion Street House

Philip Stejskal Architecture

This is an example of an industrial home office in Perth with white walls, concrete floors, a built-in desk and grey floor.

Bureau de photographe

Artelier Progetti

Uno studio fotografico atipico, inserito in un ambiente fresco ed accogliente come un giardino interno. Il verde colora le pareti e disegna la vetrina. L'industriale diventa minimal chic. Il principale obiettivo era quello di ricreare un ambiente in cui le persone potessero sentirsi a loro agio, come sedute nel giardino del loro fotografo. Fotografie: Tommaso Buzzi www.tommasobuzzi.com

San Francisco Loft

LINEOFFICE Architecture, Inc.

Joe Fletcher Photography
Inspiration for an industrial home office in San Francisco with white walls, dark hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Boilers Loft

Pause Design Inc.

home office Alex Lukey Photography
Inspiration for an industrial home office in Toronto with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, no fireplace and brown floor.

Belva 268, Atherstone Estate, Strathtulloh

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Home office or study with twin desks and shelves near kitchen at the Belva 268 by JG King Homes
Design ideas for an industrial study room in Melbourne with white walls, laminate floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Ancienne ferme à Verrières

Marque de Fabrik

Aline Dautresme
Mid-sized industrial home office in Lyon with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Greenwich Village Apartment

Lauren Held Designs, LLC

Cari Cortright
This is an example of an industrial home office in New York with white walls.

Studio

Vosgesparis

Creating an Industrial work space in a Studio by Desiree Vosgesparis (vosgesparis.blogspot.com)
Inspiration for an industrial home office in Amsterdam with white walls, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Industrial Home Office Design Ideas with White 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 industrial 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 industrial 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 industrial 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 industrial 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.