This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in Lille with white walls, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and concrete floors.

Water Tower Condominium

Tigerman McCurry Architects

Jon Miller and Christopher Barrett
Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial home office in Chicago with a library, white walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Streeterville

Elizabeth Krueger Design

Mid-sized asian study room with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Just For Fun

Spruce

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic study room in Austin with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Le bureau au fond du jardin

AGENCE MARN DÉCO

This is an example of a mid-sized modern craft room in Paris with green walls, concrete floors, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

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DRACO

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury home studio in San Francisco with blue walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and grey floor.

Modern by Nature

Gulch Design Group

Mid-sized contemporary home office in Salt Lake City with beige walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and grey floor.

CASA BTSTC

ÀMBIT ARQUITECTES SLP

Photo of a mid-sized industrial study room in Barcelona with white walls, concrete floors, a built-in desk, grey floor and brick walls.

Un bureau comme un art de vivre

AM.PM.

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern study room in Lille with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Vy från sovloft

Jakobsson Pusterla

Kasper Dudzik
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary home studio in Malmo with concrete floors, a built-in desk and grey floor.

Le bureau au fond du jardin

AGENCE MARN DÉCO

Photo of a mid-sized modern craft room in Paris with green walls, concrete floors, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Guernsey St Residence

Palette Architecture

Mid-sized contemporary home office in New York with a library, white walls, concrete floors and white floor.

Arbeitszimmer

ALEXANDRA KIENDL · ARCHITEKTUR

Wo im Bestand noch eine einläufige Treppe den Raum durchtrennt und viel Verkehrsfläche benötigt hat, ist nun ein Arbeitsraum entstanden.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern study room in Munich with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Redding Industrial Farmhouse Custom Home

ReNewal Home Decor

This addition featured a library spaces and seating area with concrete floors, black stained cabinets and walnut countertops.
Photo of a mid-sized industrial home office in Other with a library, grey walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Atelier Santaló

Estudio Miriam Barrio

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial study room in Barcelona with concrete floors, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Fieldstone House

Bruns Architecture

Tricia Shay Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in Milwaukee with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Calistoga Barn

Paul Kelley Architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized country home office in San Francisco with brown walls, concrete floors, a built-in desk, no fireplace, a library and grey floor.

Delightful Duplex

Cathers Home Furniture + Interior Design

Mid-sized contemporary study room in Denver with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Modern Twist on Traditional

Nystrom Design

Balancing modern architectural elements with traditional Edwardian features was a key component of the complete renovation of this San Francisco residence. All new finishes were selected to brighten and enliven the spaces, and the home was filled with a mix of furnishings that convey a modern twist on traditional elements. The re-imagined layout of the home supports activities that range from a cozy family game night to al fresco entertaining. Architect: AT6 Architecture Builder: Citidev Photographer: Ken Gutmaker Photography

Live-Work

Amber Scott Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian home studio in Atlanta with white walls, concrete floors, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Mid-sized Home Office Design Ideas with Concrete Floors

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.