A farmhouse style was achieved in this new construction home by keeping the details clean and simple. Shaker style cabinets and square stair parts moldings set the backdrop for incorporating our clients’ love of Asian antiques. We had fun re-purposing the different pieces she already had: two were made into bathroom vanities; and the turquoise console became the star of the house, welcoming visitors as they walk through the front door.

Westfield NJ, New Build

Raychel Wade Design

Photo of a transitional home office in New York with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and wallpaper.

Classic & Inviting Custom Home: Naperville, IL

Charleston Building and Development

Design ideas for a large transitional study room in Chicago with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Colts Neck Residence

House of Style & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in New York with a freestanding desk and blue walls.

Phoenix, Arizona | Verde Vista - Castillo Zinnia Office

Brightland Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional study room in Phoenix with blue walls, carpet and beige floor.

Room Service Study

Marker Girl Home

This study was designed with a young family in mind. A longhorn fan a black and white print was featured and used family photos and kids artwork for accents. Adding a few accessories on the bookcase with favorite books on the shelves give this space finishing touches. A mid-century desk and chair was recommended from CB2 to give the space a more modern feel but keeping a little traditional in the mix. Navy Wall to create bring your eye into the room as soon as you walk in from the front door.

Stonebrook

Jessica Koltun Home

Interior design by Jessica Koltun Home. This stunning home with an open floor plan features a formal dining, dedicated study, Chef's kitchen and hidden pantry. Designer amenities include white oak millwork, marble tile, and a high end lighting, plumbing, & hardware.

East Villas

MH Costa Construction Ltd

Photo of a transitional study room in London with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a built-in desk, brown floor and panelled walls.

Spanish Oaks - Koester

Butterfield Custom Homes

Photo of a large transitional study room in Austin with blue walls, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and medium hardwood floors.

Inspiring Home Office

LMOH Home

Transitional office featuring a Rustic Glam style by blending weathered and worn with sparkle and glimmer. What started as a mix of storage room, mini bar and craft room was transformed into an inspiring, creative office space. Project includes: Adding an entry door with transom window from the hallway, French wood floors, new exterior door, decorative lighting, custom floor plug, refabricating cabinets, refinishing cabinets, custom cabinets with lighting and all furnishings, custom dog bed and feature art designed by LMOH Home. | Photography Joshua Caldwell.

Fusion Home Office & Library

Inspiration for a transitional study room in Singapore with blue walls, light hardwood floors and a built-in desk.

Rice Residence Renovation & Interiors

Laura U Design Collective

Inspiration for a handsome home study. Rice University inspired blue hue, a natural walnut Lawson Fenning desk, and beautiful built-ins to welcome the families book collection.

Saphire Home Office

Alexandra Naranjo Designs Inc

Saphire Home Office. featuring beautiful custom cabinetry and furniture
Inspiration for a large transitional home studio in Other with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Beast Mode Office

Distinctive Interior Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional study room in Philadelphia with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Willowsford New Construction

Interior Style by Marisa Moore

Custom built ins. Sherwin Williams Gibralter paint on the walls.
Design ideas for a transitional home office in DC Metro with blue walls and a built-in desk.

Hampton Blues

Sarah Coe Design LLC

Inspiration for a transitional study room in Chicago with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in desk.

Colts Neck Residence

House of Style & Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional study room in New York with blue walls and a freestanding desk.

Soft Industrial

Haus Interior Design

Photos by Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Mid-sized transitional study room in DC Metro with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Study

conway + wise

Photo of a transitional home office in Sydney with blue walls, carpet, a built-in desk and grey floor.

Farmhouse Transitional

Frankel Design Build

Connie Anderson Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional study room in Houston with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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.