These floor to ceiling bookshelves were built in the entry corridor to this apartment - an area previously filled with clutter. Custom designed joinery provides a workspace and storage for and extensive collection of books, bikes, helmets, bags, scarves, printers and stationery items. A rolling library ladder allows for a home library to extend right to the ceiling and emphasise the spaciousness of the high ceilings.

Conserver et accentuer le charme de son appartement parisien - Projet Chalon

Mon Concept Habitation

Notre cliente venait de faire l’acquisition d’un appartement au charme parisien. On y retrouve de belles moulures, un parquet à l’anglaise et ce sublime poêle en céramique. Néanmoins, le bien avait besoin d’un coup de frais et une adaptation aux goûts de notre cliente ! Dans l’ensemble, nous avons travaillé sur des couleurs douces. L’exemple le plus probant : la cuisine. Elle vient se décliner en plusieurs bleus clairs. Notre cliente souhaitant limiter la propagation des odeurs, nous l’avons fermée avec une porte vitrée. Son style vient faire écho à la verrière du bureau afin de souligner le caractère de l’appartement. Le bureau est une création sur-mesure. A mi-chemin entre le bureau et la bibliothèque, il est un coin idéal pour travailler sans pour autant s’isoler. Ouvert et avec sa verrière, il profite de la lumière du séjour où la luminosité est maximisée grâce aux murs blancs.

Refined Maximalist Office

Go To Your Room

Vintage gold artwork and a modern gold wall sconce work together to add some refined bling to this organic maximalist 'Rainbow Poppy Meadow' wallpaper by Rebel Walls. Also featured here is a tall white Wayfair cabinet to help with office storage. The vertical height is always welcome in a small space and the space below the cabinet is great for even more storage if needed. The cane feature on the cabinet was received with the original wood, but we added some of the white-wash paint used in the upcycled chairs, to slightly tone down the yellow in the natural wood fibers and allow it blend a bit more cohesively with the office guest chairs (not shown here, but across the room).

Квартира в 1-м Вражском переулке

Архитектурная мастерская Мартынова и Гатиловой

Кабинет, как и другие комнаты, решен в монохроме, но здесь мы добавили нотку лофта - кирпичная стена воссоздана на месте старой облицовки. Белого кирпича нужного масштаба мы не нашли, пришлось взять бельгийский клинкер ручной формовки и уже на месте красить; этот приём добавил глубины, создавая на гранях едва заметную потёртость. Мебельная композиция, изготовленная частным ателье, делится на 2 зоны: встроенный рабочий стол и шкафы напротив, куда спрятаны контроллеры системы аудио-мультирум и серверный блок.

Craftsman Four Square, Seattle, WA - Master Bedroom and Home Office

Belltown Design LLC

This Bank Executive / Mom works full time from home. Accounting for this way of life, we began the office design by analyzing the space to accommodate for this individual’s workload and lifestyle. The office nook remains integrated within the rest of the household, with “tweenaged” boys afoot. Still sequestered upstairs, Mom fulfills her role as a professional, while keeping an ear on the household activities. We designed this space with ample lighting both natural and artificial, sufficient closed and open shelving, and supplies cupboards, with drawers and file cabinets. Craftsman Four Square, Seattle, WA - Master Bedroom & Office - Custom Cabinetry, by Belltown Design LLC, Photography by Julie Mannell

Modern Coastal Organic Guest Bedroom

Savos Interiors

Design ideas for a small beach style home office in Tampa with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Hidden Storage

Lisa & Leroy

Hidden in the murphy bed built in are printer and laundry hamper. Can you guess where?
Photo of a small transitional home office in DC Metro with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Custom Home Office and Library

Amna B Interiors

A plain space with a desk was transformed into this beautifully functional home office and library, complete with a window seat and tons of storage.
Design ideas for a small beach style study room in Houston with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor and wallpaper.

San Diego Kitchen & Office

Cathie Hong Interiors

We were asked to help transform a cluttered, half-finished common area to an organized, multi-functional homework/play/lounge space for this family of six. They were so pleased with the desk setup for the kids, that we created a similar workspace for their office. In the midst of designing these living areas, they had a leak in their kitchen, so we jumped at the opportunity to give them a brand new one. This project was a true collaboration between owner and designer, as it was done completely remotely.

A Study transformed

Tina Dann-Fenwick Interiors

This custom designed bookcase replaced an old murphy bed in a small first floor room which we converted into a cozy study
Design ideas for a small transitional study room in Chicago with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

SheShed

Rasmus Blaesbjerg

A little over a year ago my retaining wall collapsed by the entrance to my house bringing down several tons of soil on to my property. Not exactly my finest hour but I was determined to see as an opportunity to redesign the entry way that I have been less than happy with since I got the house. I wanted to build a structure together with a new wall I quickly learned it required foundation with cement caissons drilled all the way down to the bedrock. It also required 16 ft setbacks from the hillside. Neither was an option for me. After much head scratching I found the shed building ordinance that is the same for the hills that it is for the flatlands. The basics of it is that everything less than 120 ft, has no plumbing and with electrical you can unplug is considered a 'Shed' in the City of Los Angeles. A shed it is then. This is lead me the excellent high-end prefab shed builders called Studio Shed. I combined their structure with luxury vinyl flooring from Amtico and the 606 Universal Shelving System from Vitsoe. All the interior I did myself with my power army called mom and dad. I'm rather pleased with the result which has been dubbed the 'SheShed'

Well Read

Laurie Demetrio Interiors

Private Residence, Laurie Demetrio Interiors, Photo by Dustin Halleck, Millwork by NuHaus
Design ideas for a small transitional home office in Chicago with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Certified Luxury Builders - 41 West - Hammock Bay Condo Remodel

Dream Coast Builders

Design ideas for a small contemporary home office in Tampa with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, grey walls, a library and no fireplace.

Highbury

Romilly Turner Interior Design

This landing nook was made into a study area bathed in natural light from the vast warehouse windows, Photography Nick Smith
This is an example of a small contemporary home office in London with a library, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

BAGEL FACTORY, E9

ALL & NXTHING

Pixangle
Photo of a small eclectic study room in London with white walls, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Tynemouth Street

Maxwell + Pinborough Bespoke Furniture

Library with built-in Walnut shelving & cabinets. Phots by Pixangle
Photo of a small contemporary study room in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Lake of the Isles Historic Renovation

Destiny Homes

Small transitional home office in Minneapolis with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

The Ultimate She-Shed

Home Glow Design

This home office was created from an outbuilding on the property. Seagrass wall-to-wall carpet was installed for ultimate durability and a relaxed vibe. We employed a high-low aesthetic to create a space that was unique but still within budget, utilizing the owner's Stickley desk, a custom desk chair, custom blush Roman shades, a Hudson Valley Fenwater chandelier and sconces, and multiple office items from budget sources like IKEA and The Container Store. The ceiling is painted Quicksand and walls and trim in White Dove by Benjamin Moore. Photo by Sabrina Cole Quinn Photography.

home library

Eleven Four LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional home office in Charlotte with a library, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Industrial Home Office

Small industrial study room in Tampa with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Small Home Office Design Ideas with Brown Floor

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.