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We transformed this barely used Sunroom into a fully functional home office because ...well, Covid. We opted for a dark and dramatic wall and ceiling color, BM Black Beauty, after learning about the homeowners love for all things equestrian. This moody color envelopes the space and we added texture with wood elements and brushed brass accents to shine against the black backdrop.


Michael J. Lee
Small transitional study room in Boston with grey walls, a built-in desk, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.
Small transitional study room in Boston with grey walls, a built-in desk, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.


A home office off the kitchen can be concealed with a pocket door. Gray-painted maple Wood-Mode cabinetry complements the kitchen finishes but makes the space unique.
**Project Overview**
A small, quiet, efficient office space for one that is perfect for sorting mail and paying bills. Though small it has a great deal of natural light and views out the front of the house of the lush landscaping and wildlife. A pocket door makes the office disappear when it's time to entertain.
**What Makes This Project Unique?**
Small yet incredibly functional, this desk space is a comfortable, quiet place to catch up on home management tasks. Filled with natural light and offering a view of lush landscaping, the compact space is light and airy. To keep it from feeling cramped or crowded, we complemented warm gray-painted maple cabinetry with light countertops and tile. Taller ceilings allow ample storage, including full-height open storage, to manage all of the papers, files and extras that find their way into the home.
**Design Challenges**
While the office was intentionally designed into a tiny nook off the kitchen and pantry, we didn't want it to feel small for the people using it. By keeping the color palette light, taking cabinetry to the ceiling, incorporating open storage and maximizing natural light, the space feels cozy, and larger than it actually is.
Photo by MIke Kaskel.


Mark Heywood
Small contemporary study room in Salt Lake City with medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk and white walls.
Small contemporary study room in Salt Lake City with medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk and white walls.


Ella Studios
Inspiration for a small transitional study room in Minneapolis with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and a built-in desk.
Inspiration for a small transitional study room in Minneapolis with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and a built-in desk.


This innovative fitted furniture solution converts a previously unused area under the staircase and transforms it into a stylish home study area with plenty of storage. Each element of the bespoke, handcrafted understairs office has been carefully considered to not only maximise space but work as efficiently as possible. Everything is in easy reach yet stored away neatly and conveniently to create a sophisticated home office area.


bout d'escalier / banquette
© Mariela Apollonio
Inspiration for a small contemporary study room in Paris with white walls, no fireplace, dark hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.
Inspiration for a small contemporary study room in Paris with white walls, no fireplace, dark hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.


Tom Ross | Brilliant Creek
Design ideas for a small contemporary study room in Melbourne with white walls, carpet, a built-in desk and beige floor.
Design ideas for a small contemporary study room in Melbourne with white walls, carpet, a built-in desk and beige floor.


A Stunning and Functional Work Space
Designing a custom desk and bookshelf with storage cabinets was key to creating a beautiful and functional work space. Taking cues from the living spaces we continued the simple palette of warm white oak, cream, black, and camel leather and paired it with the luscious green of the stunning Petros Koublis photograph to create a sophisticated space that feels cozy and inviting. The end result is a visually stunning room that invites moments of respite along with work.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Interior Architecture & Design, Project Management, Custom Millwork and Built-In Design and Elevation DrawingsSpace Planning, Furniture, Lighting, Window Treatments, Textiles, and Decor Sourcing and Procurement, Art Curation, and final Styling to deliver a fully realized space.


The image displays a streamlined home office area that is the epitome of modern minimalism. The built-in desk and shelving unit are painted in a soft neutral tone, providing a clean and cohesive look that blends seamlessly with the room's decor. The open shelves are thoughtfully curated with a mix of books, decorative objects, and greenery, adding a personal touch and a bit of nature to the workspace.
A stylish, contemporary desk lamp with a gold finish stands on the desk, offering task lighting with a touch of elegance. The simplicity of the lamp's design complements the overall minimalist aesthetic of the space.
The chair at the desk is a modern design piece itself, featuring a black frame with a woven seat and backrest, adding texture and contrast to the space without sacrificing comfort or style. The choice of chair underscores the room's modern vibe and dedication to form as well as function.
Underfoot, the carpet's plush texture provides comfort and warmth, anchoring the work area and contrasting with the sleek lines of the furniture. This office space is a testament to a design philosophy that values clean lines, functionality, and a calming color palette to create an environment conducive to productivity and creativity.


The client wanted a room that was comfortable and feminine but fitting to the other public rooms.
Photo of a small traditional study room in Philadelphia with pink walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wallpaper.
Photo of a small traditional study room in Philadelphia with pink walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wallpaper.


Small scandinavian study room in Boston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.


The client wasnt sure what to do with this little nook, the window was so lovely but the space had just an accent chair. The result was this beautiful bespoke little desk area, with storage for her books and a little area to work on. Light and bright to open the space up with a lovely accent colour chair. This was a design and build project.


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.
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.


Study nook, barn doors, timber lining, oak flooring, timber shelves, vaulted ceiling, timber beams, exposed trusses, cheminees philippe,
Photo of a small contemporary study room in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in desk, vaulted and panelled walls.
Photo of a small contemporary study room in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in desk, vaulted and panelled walls.


The study/library has a wall of built-in shelves. Glass pocket doors provide privacy, but still allows light to flow into the hall.
This is an example of a small transitional study room in DC Metro with orange walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.
This is an example of a small transitional study room in DC Metro with orange walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.


Design ideas for a small beach style study room in Sydney with white walls, a built-in desk, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.


Inspiration for a small industrial study room in Minneapolis with light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and beige floor.


This is an example of a small beach style study room in Orange County with white walls, no fireplace, a built-in desk and beige floor.


This en suite office comes with the perfect view of the harbor. Paneling adjoins oversized double hung windows with a nautically themed upper sash.
Photo of a small beach style study room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.
Photo of a small beach style study room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.
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