Shaker style cabinets with ovolo sticking, revere pewter (BM), custom stain on oak top), hardware is satin brass from Metek Image by @Spacecrafting
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style study room in Minneapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Nottingham

Shannon Crain

Inspiration for a large transitional study room in Houston with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

FOR SALE: Tanglewood Transitional Estate

Frankel Design Build

Expansive contemporary study room in Houston with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

Cresta Bella - Furnishings, Lighting, Wallpaper and Wood Accent Walls

Haven Design and Construction

In the home's study, the homeowner requested a modern masculine design in a color "that was something different and unexpected." "What about green??" was our reply. And he loved the idea! Our team transformed the once all white space into a sophisticated study. First, we smoothed the existing drywall and added panel moulding, a chair rail and crown moulding. Next, we replaced the ceiling fan with a modern acrylic light fixture and added a sleek picture light between the new bookcases. Luxurious custom drapery panels, a remote-control window shade, upholstered guest chairs and a soft rug add warmth to the space. A modern desk and bookcases and a comfortable office chair complete the space. Now, this handsome office is ready to work!

modern farmhouse

Hogue Interior Design LLC

Mid-sized industrial study room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and no fireplace.

Leighanne's Residence

Leighanne LaMarre Interiors

Amanda Dumouchelle Photography
Inspiration for a country study room in Detroit with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Traditional Home Office

Design ideas for a traditional study room in New York with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Ardsley Custom

M. Lahr Homes

This is an example of a large transitional study room in Orlando with medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Manor

Lisa Gabrielson Design

Lauren Rubinstein
Inspiration for a large transitional study room in Atlanta with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Dogwood Lane - Westport, CT

Vita Design Group

Contemporary study room in New York with medium hardwood floors and a built-in desk.

Painted Maple Corner Office - Armonk, NY

transFORM Home

Convert a small space to a polished eye-catching and functional home office. We used white painted maple wood veneers and solid wood painted doors, moldings and trims to give the space a formal style. This home office boasts under cabinet LED lighting, doors with glass inserts, upper cabinets surrounded by wrap around shelving for books and accent pieces and sturdy maple wood drawers for storing office supplies or filing important documents.

Antique Rustic Renovation | Historic Home Renovation by Keri Murray Architecture

Keri Murray Architecture

This cozy home office features a rich leather sofa, built-in bookshelves, and stylish decor. Perfect for work or relaxation, the space combines comfort and elegance.

Modern Farmhouse

Brad Ramsey Interiors

This is an example of a large country study room in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Keller Sophisticated Office

BRNS Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in Dallas with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Canyon Creek Transitional

Shaddock Custom Builders and Developers

Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in Dallas with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Textured Ambiance

Amrami Design + Build

Photo Credit: Aimée Mazzenga
This is an example of a large modern study room in Chicago with medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and grey walls.

Modern Farmhouse

Jonathan Miller Architects

Design ideas for a small country study room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Modern Bohemian Remodel

House of Savoy

A neutral office composes this wonderful office design. Blacks, whites and beige set the tone for a light, bright, and airy home office perfect for those who work for home or those who just need space to study. A custom built in serves the purpose for both function with an abundance of storage on top and below but also is aesthetically pleasing. Inspirational quotes line the walls and fill in the built in for added decor. A pop of green and the area rug from Urban Outfitters gives this space the modern bohemian vibe.

Home Office

Valerie Grant Interiors

A home office space for the work from home man. The brown and beige palette create a masculine space. Photography by: Peter Rymwid
Transitional study room in New York with beige walls, a built-in desk and medium hardwood floors.

For balance, we stained the counter the same color as the floors

CUSTOM CRAFT - Design Build Remodel

The 13' solid cherry countertop was stained to match the hardwood floors. The cabinet doors and drawers are a Shaker style, and feature brush oil rubbed bronze cup pulls and knobs for the hardware. The built-ins and trim are painted with Sherwin Williams Alabaster. On the walls we used Sherwin Williams Repose Gray.

Study Room Design Ideas with Medium Hardwood 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.