Inspiration for a large transitional study room in Toronto with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Midcentury Prairie Expansion

12/12 Architects & Planners

The Home Office and Den includes space for 2 desks, and full-height custom-built in shelving and cabinetry units. The homeowner had previously updated their mid-century home to match their Prairie-style preferences - completing the Kitchen, Living and DIning Rooms. This project included a complete redesign of the Bedroom wing, including Master Bedroom Suite, guest Bedrooms, and 3 Baths; as well as the Office/Den and Dining Room, all to meld the mid-century exterior with expansive windows and a new Prairie-influenced interior. Large windows (existing and new to match ) let in ample daylight and views to their expansive gardens. Photography by homeowner.

Project Glenpark

Diana Bastone Designs

Design ideas for a large contemporary study room in Toronto with light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, coffered and panelled walls.

Ranch House Modern

Noz Design

Design ideas for a large contemporary study room in San Francisco with black walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, panelled walls and beige floor.

Southgate Estates Home

Celtic Custom Homes

This is an example of a large transitional study room in Other with black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and panelled walls.

Scarsdale home

Lucy Harris Studio

Key decor elements include: Art: Illumination Yellow and Green by Betty Merken and burst and peek by Fran O’Neill from Sears Peyton Gallery Wallpaper: Bang Dem Sticks wallpaper from Drop it Modern Sofa: Lotus sectional from Crate and Barrel Pillow fabrics: Cymbeline by Tibor from Holland and Sherry, Laveno Barre Mache from C&C Milano and Cracked Ice Minor by FLOCK from Studio Four NYC Stools: Modern Stacking stools from West Elm reupholstered in Steelcut Trio fabric by Maharam Bowl: Iridescent glass bowl from The Future Perfect Desk lamp: AJ table lamp from Design Within Reach Desk chair: Beetle meeting chair by Gubi from Design Public Group Coffee table: Eames Elliptical table from Hive Modern Light fixtures: OK fixtures from Flos

Relaxed Beach

J Lynn Design Group

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

Homewood Residence

Bureau Namas

Inspiration for a large transitional home studio in Los Angeles with white walls, a built-in desk, brown floor, recessed, panelled walls, medium hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Gray Built-In For Home Office

Trim Tech Designs

A couch should be required in every home office for midday naps. Just saying!??‍♀️
Inspiration for a large modern study room in Chicago with grey walls, no fireplace, a built-in desk and panelled walls.

Oak Point Rennovation

Granger Remodel & Design

Design ideas for a large traditional study room in Dallas with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Arcadia Lights

AFT Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional home office in Phoenix with a library, black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk, beige floor and panelled walls.

Southgate Estates Home

Celtic Custom Homes

Photo of a large transitional study room in Other with black walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and panelled walls.

People Corp. Office

Avid Interior Design Inc.

As most people spend the majority of their time working, we make sure that your workspace is desirable. Whether it's a small home office you need designed or a large commercial office space you want transformed, Avid Interior Design is here to help! This was a complete renovation for our client's private office within Calgary's City Centre commercial office tower downtown. We did the material selections, furniture procurement and styling of this private office. Custom details were designed specifically to reflect the companies branding.

Sheltered Oak - Transitional Home Office

Edge Kitchens Inc.

Photo of a large transitional study room in Toronto with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wood walls.

Tyrod Taylor Home Renovation

Infinite Home

Photo of a large modern home office in Atlanta with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, beige floor, coffered, panelled walls and decorative wall panelling.

Coach Hill Residence - Office

Uniik Design

This is an example of a large transitional home office in Calgary with a library, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, wallpaper 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.

The Kelso | Bellevue Modern Farmhouse

JayMarc Homes

The Kelso's Study is a sophisticated and elegant space designed for work, reading, or relaxation. The black windows add a touch of modernity and contrast against the lighter elements in the room. The wainscoting on the walls provides a classic and timeless look, while the white canvas chairs offer comfortable seating with a clean and crisp aesthetic. The white walls create a bright and airy atmosphere, allowing the room to feel spacious and inviting. The white trim adds a subtle accent and enhances the architectural details. The wooden desk serves as a focal point and provides a sturdy and functional workspace. The light hardwood flooring adds warmth and complements the overall color palette of the room. A gray rug adds texture and defines the seating area. A potted plant brings a touch of nature and freshness to the space, adding a pop of green against the neutral tones. The Kelso's Study is a refined and tranquil setting, perfect for concentration and inspiration.

HanStone | TRANQUILITY | A distinctly modern classic beauty

HanStone Quartz by HYUNDAI L&C USA, LLC

TRANQUILITY - RU613 A distinctly modern classic beauty. A purest crisp white marble with a feathery contrasting charcoal vein, Tranquility voices a timeless classic Tuscan appeal. PATTERN: MOVEMENT VEINEDFINISH: POLISHEDCOLLECTION: CASCINASLAB SIZE: JUMBO (65" X 130")

Hill

Ross Builders, Inc.

Library
Large transitional home office in Chicago with a library, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

All Wall Treatments Large Home Office Design Ideas

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.