Our clients moved from Southern California to Austin, Texas and had some adjusting to do. Their home had a Texas traditional theme, but they wanted to bring in their California bohemian style. They had a lot of great pieces, really cool style, and a ton of books we had to make room for.

French Farmhouse

Stephanie McKenna Interior Design

Design ideas for a traditional study room in Minneapolis with blue walls and a built-in desk.

Coastal Farmhouse Office

J&J Carpet One Floor & Home

Designer Brittany Hutt received a new office, which she had the pleasure of personally designing herself! Brittany’s objective was to make her office functional and have it reflect her personal taste and style. Brittany specified Norcraft Cabinetry’s Gerrit door style in the Divinity White Finish to make the small sized space feel bigger and brighter, but was sure to keep storage and practicality in mind. The wall-to-wall cabinets feature two large file drawers, a trash pullout, a cabinet with easy access to a printer, and of course plenty of storage for design books and other papers. To make the brass hardware feel more cohesive throughout the space, the Dakota style Sconces in a Warm Brass Finish from Savoy House were added above the cabinetry. The sconces provide more light and are the perfect farmhouse accent with a modern touch.

Madrona

Heidi Caillier Design

Haris Kenjar
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury study room in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Atherton Timeless Estate

Spectrum Interior Design, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in San Francisco with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Fairbanks Estates

Christin Homes LLC

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts study room in Grand Rapids with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Westmount Place, Contemporary New-Build

Interior Solutions Design Group Inc.

Never underestimate the impact of adding panel details to walls. Panels are a fantastic detail which can be incorporated into libraries & den's, wine lounges, powder rooms, staircases & halls, as well as living rooms & dining rooms. The style, shape & scale of the panels designed will depend upon wether the style of the home is traditional, transitional or contemporary. Panel details also provide drama & architectural interest when incorporated on to ceilings. Photo by Barry Calhoun/Staging by Dekora

The Mountain Green Modern Farmhouse

Habitations Residential Design Group

Inspiration for a small country study room in Salt Lake City with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Whole Home Remodel

MB Interiors

Photo of a large eclectic study room in New York with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Hoboken Home

MK Designs LLC

Small contemporary study room in Philadelphia with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and beige floor.

Bureau

Sandra Lajoie Design

Design : Sandra Lajoie Design Contracteur Général : Les Constructions Morrissette Inc. Photographe : Créations Azur Photos
Photo of a small industrial study room in Montreal.

Closets

JAV Remodeling

Photo of a large transitional study room in DC Metro with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Family Farmhouse

IBB Design Fine Furnishings

Dan Piassick
Inspiration for a traditional study room in Dallas with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

The Open Plan Home Office / Landing

Making Spaces

Making Spaces https://blog.making-spaces.net/2017/01/20/the-open-plan-work-space-final-reveal/

San Carlos Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Klopf Architecture

Mariko Reed
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury study room in San Francisco with white walls, porcelain floors, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

INTEGRITY WINDOWS AND DOORS

Marvin

This is an example of a traditional study room in Other with blue walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

New Classic

Whitlock Builders

Mid-sized traditional study room in Charlotte with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, a freestanding desk, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Cellular Shades

Hunter Douglas

This is an example of a large traditional study room in New York with dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown walls and a freestanding desk.

Standing Desk Office Display - Campbell Showroom

Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets

Karine Weiller
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary study room in San Francisco with beige walls, carpet, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Berkeley Home

Charles Debbas Architecture

This is an example of a contemporary study room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

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.