First impression count as you enter this custom-built Horizon Homes property at Kellyville. The home opens into a stylish entryway, with soaring double height ceilings. It’s often said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. And that’s literally true with this home. With the kitchen in the centre of the ground floor, this home provides ample formal and informal living spaces on the ground floor. At the rear of the house, a rumpus room, living room and dining room overlooking a large alfresco kitchen and dining area make this house the perfect entertainer. It’s functional, too, with a butler’s pantry, and laundry (with outdoor access) leading off the kitchen. There’s also a mudroom – with bespoke joinery – next to the garage. Upstairs is a mezzanine office area and four bedrooms, including a luxurious main suite with dressing room, ensuite and private balcony. Outdoor areas were important to the owners of this knockdown rebuild. While the house is large at almost 454m2, it fills only half the block. That means there’s a generous backyard. A central courtyard provides further outdoor space. Of course, this courtyard – as well as being a gorgeous focal point – has the added advantage of bringing light into the centre of the house.

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No Chintz

A small passageway leads into the guest suite also cleverly acting as the client’s home office. The bedroom was certainly generous in size but to provide a large desk area as well? The No Chintz solution was to tuck a luxury Queen size murphy bed behind a beautifully panelled wall. Viola! Space to build in a streamlined desk/shelving unit, but easily cleared and the bed pulled down from the wall when friends come to stay. The study/guest room is a pleasure: the client was sure she didn’t want a stuffy, ‘Serious’ space. Instead, the brief was to infuse it with colour and patterns.

Offices & Bookcases

Webber Coleman Woodworks

Rustic White Interiors
Design ideas for a large transitional study room in Atlanta with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Kensington, W8

Huntsmore

Large transitional study room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Glenview Classic

Dual Concept Design

Bright home office, located right off of the main entry, features built ins for storage and display of collected artifacts. Soft, blue walls with a pop of color in the artwork, and accents of brass metal throughout set the tone for the rest of the spaces in the home.

Ardsley Custom

M. Lahr Homes

Photo of a large transitional study room in Orlando with medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Tropical Home Office

Inspiration for a large tropical study room in Miami with carpet, a built-in desk, beige floor and grey walls.

Modern Farmhouse

Brad Ramsey Interiors

This is an example of a large country study room in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Now and Zen - Work Space

Drewett Works

Beautiful custom oak millwork in the home office was configured with lighting integrated into the shelving units set into limestone walls. Project Details // Now and Zen Renovation, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Brimley Development Interior Designer: Ownby Design Photographer: Dino Tonn Millwork: Rysso Peters https://www.drewettworks.com/now-and-zen/

Victoria Park Extension

Monica Tostes Design

Large contemporary study room in London with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Simply Seaside

Nikki Levy Interiors

An office that is more beautiful than most living rooms. Filled with charm and character, I would work here the whole day
Photo of a large transitional study room in Miami with porcelain floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor and wallpaper.

Deco Residence

FMD Architects

The new works to the deco residence continue the refined decoration and ornament of the stunning original residence while preserving and complementing the original period curves, style, fine craftsmanship and rich materials. The referencing of the simple curve that is common in deco period details is used as a device to connect the contemporary elements with the detailing of the original house, from larger sculptural joinery pieces right down to the fine brass adornments, carrying on the majesty of the past with the refined balance of the present.

Crescent Hill- Office Fireplace

LDa Architecture & Interiors

TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: Nina Farmer Interiors Builder: Wellen Construction Landscape Architect: Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design Photographer: Eric Piasecki Photography

Coastal Contempo

Vision Home

Large beach style study room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Modern Lake House

Studio McGee

Photo of a large country study room in Salt Lake City with grey walls, light hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Leavitt

Green Tech Construction

Jared Medley
Large transitional study room in Salt Lake City with grey walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Mashpee Shingle Style

ArchiPlicity, LLC

Katherine Jackson Architectural Photography
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Adult Office Area

Moda Interiors

Desktop & Feature Trim: Briggs Veneer Innato Virginia Walnut. White Drawers; Bonlex IHC01 White Gloss. Floor Tiles: D'Amelio Stone Silvabella Light 600 x 600. Accessories: Makstar Wholesale/ Landscaping: Project Artichoke. Photography: DMax Photography

Cliff Ridge- Office

LDa Architecture & Interiors

TEAM ///// Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors ///// Interior Designer: Vivian Hedges Interior Design ///// Builder: Sea-Dar Construction ////// Landscape Architect: Dan K. Gordon ////// Photographer: Eric Roth Photography

Manor

Lisa Gabrielson Design

Lauren Rubinstein
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Large Study Room 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.