Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in Vancouver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and coffered.

Cramer Street Addition +

LaBonte Construction

This flexible space is designed as a library, but also functions as a home office. Dark walls and casework are a stunning juxtaposition to the light herringbone floor and natural light that enters through the divided light window facing the front yard.

Westmoreland Street, McLean VA

Leigh Newport Staged by Design®

Design ideas for an expansive transitional home office in DC Metro with grey walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding desk, beige floor and coffered.

Manor Estate

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

This estate is a transitional home that blends traditional architectural elements with clean-lined furniture and modern finishes. The fine balance of curved and straight lines results in an uncomplicated design that is both comfortable and relaxing while still sophisticated and refined. The red-brick exterior façade showcases windows that assure plenty of light. Once inside, the foyer features a hexagonal wood pattern with marble inlays and brass borders which opens into a bright and spacious interior with sumptuous living spaces. The neutral silvery grey base colour palette is wonderfully punctuated by variations of bold blue, from powder to robin’s egg, marine and royal. The anything but understated kitchen makes a whimsical impression, featuring marble counters and backsplashes, cherry blossom mosaic tiling, powder blue custom cabinetry and metallic finishes of silver, brass, copper and rose gold. The opulent first-floor powder room with gold-tiled mosaic mural is a visual feast.

Newnan Blalock Lakes

Cabinets 4 You

Large transitional study room in Atlanta with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor and coffered.

Cleveland Office

Diana Frankowski

This office was updated to create a more current contemporary feel reusing much of the existing architectural details. Dated cherry coffered ceiling were painted black, old oak french doors replaced with black doors with laminated glass, furniture updated and colors changed to better reflect the personality of the new owner

Custom Home Office Studio in Southlake, TX - by Prime Design Cabinetry

Prime Design Cabinetry LLC

Maximize space and minimize clutter with drawers for printer and shredder (no exposed wires!). Gauntlet Gray used on cabinetry. Quartz waterfall countertop for the 2-sided (dual) access desk.

Project Brooklin

DSBG

Inspiration for a small transitional home office in Other with white walls, painted wood floors, beige floor and coffered.

Socastee Custom Home

CRG Companies

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in Other with grey walls, porcelain floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and coffered.

Cleveland Office

Diana Frankowski

A glass door cabinet becomes a statement piece in this office. Soft light gray side chairs and a deep rich charcoal leather sofa creates a gathering area away from the work space. Contemporary art statement piece over the sofa brightens up the wall with color and texture.

Pelotons and Powerbars

Top Shelf Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in Vancouver with white walls, carpet, a freestanding desk, grey floor and coffered.

Stately Home Office

Cooper Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional home office in New York with a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, coffered and panelled walls.

open concept lake house

Interior Changes home design & consulting

The office doors have an opaque glass insert to keep an element of privacy while letting in the light.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional study room in Milwaukee with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Applewood Equestrian Home Office

Vanessa Empire Interiors, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional home studio in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, beige floor, coffered and wallpaper.

Hill

Ross Builders, Inc.

Office
Design ideas for a large transitional study room in Chicago with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and coffered.

Manor Estate

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

The Village

Rockwell Design Inc.

This is a great home office with lots of space for anyone's needs and preferences.
Mid-sized transitional study room in Vancouver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, brown floor and coffered.

The Sandpiper

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional study room in Vancouver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding desk, brown floor and coffered.

University Park Rustic Glam

Veronica Sanders, Allied ASID

Gorgeous home office doubling as a guest room. The walls are painted in a rich naval blue, complemented by luxurious navy blue velvet drapery. Warm gold and brass fixtures add a touch of elegance, while rustic wood case goods provide a natural and inviting feel. For added comfort and doubling in function to accommodate guests, a custom upholstered heathered gray fabric sleeper sofa is the perfect addition. The gold ceiling and white coffers create a sense of grandeur, while the shell inlay table lamps and marble top accent table add a touch of sophistication. Finally, a sleek black glass metal bookcase completes the look, providing ample storage for all your professional needs. With these design elements, your home office will be transformed into a space that is both functional and stylish. The ideal space for the working professional woman to focus… or to unwind. It perfectly captures a transitional glam sophistication yet is inviting and cozy so she can be productive or relax in style.

Plano Home Office Update

Melody Jurick Designs, LLC

Transitional home office in Dallas with a freestanding desk and coffered.

Transitional Home Office Design Ideas with Coffered

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.