As you walk through the front doors, your eyes will be drawn to the glass-walled office space which is one of the more unique features of this magnificent home. The custom glass office with glass slide door and brushed nickel hardware is an optional element that we were compelled to include in this iteration.

Midcentury Modern Newport Beach

MOONWOOD HOMES

Builder- Patterson Custom Homes Finish Carpentry- Bo Thayer, Moonwood Homes Architect: Brandon Architects Interior Designer: Bonesteel Trout Hall Photographer: Ryan Garvin; David Tosti

Traditional Home Office

Traditional study room in Atlanta with medium hardwood floors, a built-in desk and grey walls.

Home Office in Luxe Transitional Hi-Rise Residence

Dona Rosene Interiors

Client downsizing into an 80's hi-rise condo hired designer to convert the small sitting room between the master bedroom & bathroom to her Home Office. Although the client, a female executive, was retiring, her many obligations & interests required an efficient space for her active future. Interior Design by Dona Rosene Interiors Photos by Michael Hunter

House in Highgate Cemetery

Eldridge London

Glass desk with view of cemetery. Photo: Lyndon Douglas
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary study room in London with a built-in desk and grey walls.

Lantern House on the River

Cannarsa Structure and Design

This is an example of a transitional study room in Grand Rapids with dark hardwood floors, a built-in desk, brown floor, no fireplace and grey walls.

Roswell Basement w/ Recording Studio

Haggard Home Cabinetry & Design

Large eclectic home office in Atlanta with grey walls, vinyl floors, grey floor and wallpaper.

My House

Design Soda

Photo of a mid-sized transitional study room in London with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding desk and brown floor.

Transitional Kitchen & First Floor Old Glory Remodel - Yorkville

Redstart Construction, Inc.

Picture Perfect House
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional study room in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Landon

Cupic Custom Homes LLC

Felix Sanchez
Photo of a large transitional study room in Houston with dark hardwood floors, a freestanding desk, no fireplace and grey walls.

South Raleigh Residence

Bardi Designs

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary craft room in Raleigh with grey walls, carpet, no fireplace, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Space Saving Office

Elements by K Sorbe

In this new construction, the client wanted to maximize sleeping space for visiting family and her grandchildren's overnight visits. With the custom, built-in murphy bed, the sleek, stylish and functional home office converts to a guest room in a snap.

Stone Ridge - Glenmore - Estates Cedarwood

Van Metre Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional study room in DC Metro with no fireplace, a freestanding desk, dark hardwood floors and grey walls.

Transitional Lawndale

Ross Builders, Inc.

Library
Inspiration for a large transitional home office in Chicago with grey walls, a built-in desk, brown floor, exposed beam and medium hardwood floors.

The Sonoma

C. O 'Brien Architects, INC.

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Maple Grove Townhome

Laurie Westberg, Urban Interior Design

Compact home office and guest bedroom in transitional style with antique italian desk
Design ideas for a small eclectic study room in Minneapolis with grey walls, carpet, a freestanding desk and beige floor.

Updated Traditional Design | BIA Parade of Homes 2018

Trove Warehouse

The clean linen wallpaper is beautifully contrasted with black and white artwork. Kelly loves to add a touch of color to every space with fresh greenery.

25th St 2017

Hartman Homes

Space Crafting
Inspiration for a traditional study room in Minneapolis with carpet, a freestanding desk and grey walls.

Transitional Kitchen & First Floor Old Glory Remodel - Yorkville

Redstart Construction, Inc.

Picture Perfect House
Photo of a large transitional study room in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a built-in desk and brown floor.

Preston Hollow VII

Phillip Jennings Custom Homes

Inspiration for a contemporary study room in Dallas with grey walls and a built-in desk.

Turquoise Home Office Design Ideas with Grey 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 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.