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Shabby-Chic Style Home Office Design Ideas

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Stone Cottage
Stone Cottage
TKP ArchitectsTKP Architects
This award-winning and intimate cottage was rebuilt on the site of a deteriorating outbuilding. Doubling as a custom jewelry studio and guest retreat, the cottage’s timeless design was inspired by old National Parks rough-stone shelters that the owners had fallen in love with. A single living space boasts custom built-ins for jewelry work, a Murphy bed for overnight guests, and a stone fireplace for warmth and relaxation. A cozy loft nestles behind rustic timber trusses above. Expansive sliding glass doors open to an outdoor living terrace overlooking a serene wooded meadow. Photos by: Emily Minton Redfield
Studio Office
Studio Office
Jennifer B MeyerJennifer B Meyer
This stone out building was once a barn on my client's property. A dream come true, the space was converted to be a writing office for my client who has published and continues to follow her dreams of writing fiction. This home office doubles as sleeping guest quarters with a sleeping loft and full bath. The space is entirely the wife's in this home.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
Photo of a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Country Living
Country Living
Modern Kitchen DesignModern Kitchen Design
Becca Feauto
Photo of a large traditional home office in Other with grey walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
Design ideas for a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Office Studio
Office Studio
Jennifer B MeyerJennifer B Meyer
Cozy writing studio in abandoned barn on client's property. It is my client's dream space, which she can isolate herself to create and develop her wonderful fiction stories. We were given carte blanche by her husband to create a space truly hers, reflecting her spunky side.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
Inspiration for a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Studio Office
Studio Office
Jennifer B MeyerJennifer B Meyer
This stone out building was once a barn on my client's property. A dream come true, the space was converted to be a writing office for my client who has published and continues to follow her dreams of writing fiction. This home office doubles as sleeping guest quarters with a sleeping loft and full bath. The space is entirely the wife's in this home.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
Mid-sized traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
Inspiration for a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
Design ideas for a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
Photo of a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
Photo of a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Productivity of the home office is truly done in style in this home office space.
This is an example of a large traditional study room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Shabby-Chic Style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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.
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