Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Designer: Francesca Owens Photographers: Ashley Avila Photography, Bill Hebert, & FulView Capped by a picturesque double chimney and distinguished by its distinctive roof lines and patterned brick, stone and siding, Rookwood draws inspiration from Tudor and Shingle styles, two of the world’s most enduring architectural forms. Popular from about 1890 through 1940, Tudor is characterized by steeply pitched roofs, massive chimneys, tall narrow casement windows and decorative half-timbering. Shingle’s hallmarks include shingled walls, an asymmetrical façade, intersecting cross gables and extensive porches. A masterpiece of wood and stone, there is nothing ordinary about Rookwood, which combines the best of both worlds. Once inside the foyer, the 3,500-square foot main level opens with a 27-foot central living room with natural fireplace. Nearby is a large kitchen featuring an extended island, hearth room and butler’s pantry with an adjacent formal dining space near the front of the house. Also featured is a sun room and spacious study, both perfect for relaxing, as well as two nearby garages that add up to almost 1,500 square foot of space. A large master suite with bath and walk-in closet which dominates the 2,700-square foot second level which also includes three additional family bedrooms, a convenient laundry and a flexible 580-square-foot bonus space. Downstairs, the lower level boasts approximately 1,000 more square feet of finished space, including a recreation room, guest suite and additional storage.

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European Cottage

Pillar Homes

Builder: Pillar Homes - Photography: Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in Minneapolis with blue walls, carpet, a freestanding desk and grey floor.

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

The homeowner's office, set in a moody monochromatic blue, features extensive custom millwork including glass-front cabinetry with cremone bolts.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional home office in DC Metro with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, recessed and planked wall panelling.

Glenview Classic

Dual Concept Design

Bright home office, located right off of the main entry, features built ins for storage and display of collected artifacts. Soft, blue walls with a pop of color in the artwork, and accents of brass metal throughout set the tone for the rest of the spaces in the home.

The Aramore - Buckhead

Designer Deanna

Inspiration for a small traditional home office in Atlanta with a library, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in desk and black floor.

Modern Tudor

Wyrick Residential Design

Large traditional study room in Houston with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Colby's Run

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

Photo: Tom Crane Photography
Design ideas for a traditional study room in Philadelphia with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Alternative/Faux Wood

Lovitt Blinds & Drapery

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in Chicago with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding desk.

Germantown Custom Home

David Clark Construction, LLC

Troy Glasgow
Photo of a small traditional study room in Nashville with brick floors, no fireplace, a built-in desk, blue walls and brown floor.

Andrea & Howie's Fresh Den & Bath

Arciform

By adding wallpaper above the desk, a pop of personality was incorporated into the space.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in Portland with blue walls, medium hardwood floors and a built-in desk.

Chic Chateau

A. Perry Homes

Home office inspired by the French country style with a glass top desk and a built-in desk with lots of storage
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional study room in Chicago with blue walls, carpet, a built-in desk, no fireplace and grey floor.

Historic Savannah - Monterey Square

Homeline Architecture

Richard Leo Johnson/Atlantic Archives, Inc.
Inspiration for a small traditional home office in Atlanta with blue walls, dark hardwood floors and a built-in desk.

KraftMaid: Kitchen Home Office Area

KraftMaid

Keep electronics from migrating to a kitchen island, where they’re in the way, and give everybody a communications center. This built-in desk area can also serve as a mini office where parents can stay in the kitchen while kids do homework.

Oak Point Rennovation

Granger Remodel & Design

Photo of a large traditional study room in Dallas with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Waxhaw/Marvin, Colorful Interiors -Mixing antiques with new furniture

Leslie Williams Interior Design

This is a feminine ladies study and sitting room. It is filled with our clients favorite colors and antiques. We just added new chairs, pillows and a rug.

Bespoke limestone fireplace mantel in a traditional library

Scarlett Fireplaces

Fitted into this traditional library setting, a bespoke fireplace design with Tudor style hand carved English limestone mantel, natural slate tiled hearth, reclaimed brick slip chamber and Charnwood Island II wood burner. photo: Jason Scarlett

Custom Craft Desk

R3BUILD Construction Services, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional craft room in Houston with blue walls and a built-in desk.

Hickory Lane

Canton Custom Homes

Construction by Canton Custom Homes. Photos by Nic Nichols Photography
Inspiration for a traditional home office in Philadelphia with blue walls.

University Park Home Remodel

HRS BUILD

Deep royal blue home office remodeled to suit our clients work from home needs.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional study room in Dallas with dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, blue walls, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Traditional Home Office Design Ideas with Blue Walls

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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.