Home office with a access to the balcony and elegant outdoor seating. This richly colored space is equipped with ample built in storage, comfortable seating, and multiple levels of lighting. The fireplace and wall-mounted television marries the business with pleasure.

Oakwood Shores - Bella Lago

Lafferty Communities

Masculine Home Office

Grace Thomas Designs

Transitional Home Office

Andrea & Howie's Fresh Den & Bath

Arciform

By removing a closet, a custom built-in walnut desk was cleverly incorporated into the den.

Seward Park Estate

Shuler Architecture

Built at the turn of the 20th century, this grand urban estate was originally a waterfront property before Lake Washington was lowered by 9'. Situated on an just over an acre of land in Seattle's Seward Park neighborhood, this property is actually comprised of 3 structures - a main house, a garage/servants' quarters and a boat shed. By the time we were engaged by the new owners, all three structures had been ravaged by time and deferred maintenance. Our initial tasks included demolishing and rebuilding the boat shed as a recreation/media center; reframing the garage/servants' quarters and then renovating the quarters into a business center; and a complete renovation of the main house that included asbestos and lead paint abatement and extensive repairs from a previous chimney fire. All three structures benefitted from extensive plumbing and mechanical system updates; a complete rewiring of the electrical and low-voltage systems; a property-wide telecommunications and audio-visual package that ties all three structures together; and an engineered storm water system that diverts all run-off from the property into a subterranean 7000 gallon cistern. Rain water from this cistern is then slowly released to the city storm sewer via a flow-control valve. The new owners were music industry managers who immediately understood the potential this property offered as a reflection of the creativity in their industry. The finishes turned out to be nothing short of an all-out love affair. Old-world Irish plasterers, master carpenters, faux painters, Chihuly-trained glass artists and one of the finest blacksmiths in the country all contributed to the unique character of this tastefully updated classic. Almost 20 years later, this project continues to remain one of the favorites in our portfolio.

Historic mansion block apartment

Turner Pocock

SA Residence

Melissa Balzan Design

Hannah Caldwell

The Custom Tudor at Manor Park

Mitchell & Best Homes

Cherry Hills Charmer

Andrea Schumacher Interiors

The home office for her features teal and white patterned wallcoverings, a bright red sitting chair and ottoman and a lucite desk chair. The Denver home was decorated by Andrea Schumacher Interiors using bold color choices and patterns. Photo Credit: Emily Minton Redfield

Home Offices

Benjamin Moore

(Walls): Knoxville Gray HC-160, Regal Select, Eggshell

COLVILLE NORMANDY

Greg Perry Design

Inspired by the venerable turreted estate at the approach to Charlotte Country Club, and itself resting on Eastover’s renowned Colville Road, a monochromatic exterior gently blends classic form with modern flair. A flowing floor plan arrangement is anchored by a central turret and multiple axis lines.

Laurelvale

Dunn-Edwards Paints

Dunn-Edwards paint colors - Walls: Deep Reservoir DE5874 Trim: Antique Paper DE6218 Jeremy Samuelson Photography | www.jeremysamuelson.com

Home Office / Library

Aspire Design

My brief was to design an office space that was multifunctional. It needed plenty of storage for their fabulous collection of books and to include a media area where the room could be utilised by all the family when not in use as an office. The new home office design that I created with new layout enabled me to add additional seating to allow them to watch a movie in the evening or play games on the media unit. It also incorporates fabulous built in units painted in colourtrends Larkspur. The unit includes a built-in window seat and wrap around corner library bookcases and a custom radiator cover. It contains lots of storage too for board games and media games. The Window seat includes a custom-made seat cushion, stunning blind and scatter cushions I felt the room was very dark so I chose a colour palette that would brighten the room. I layered it with lots of textured wallpaper from Romo and villa Nova and opulent velvet and printed linen fabrics to create a sophisticated yet funky space for the homeowners. The rust orange fabrics provide a strong contrast against the pale blue and navy colours. Greenery and accessories were added to the shelves for a stylish finish. My clients Aine and Kieran were delighted with the space.

Sleek Home Bar with Pull-Down TV

California Closets of Michigan

This cool, sleek, modern, in-home wine bar system is ideal for entertaining. High gloss doors and drawers, along with a pull-down TV system maximizes space and provides discrete storage with a sharp design. "Beautifully crafted storage and shelving and a functional layout create an organized area tailored to the specific needs of storing and drinking wine. Door and drawer faces, countertops, and lighting set the mood for a space anchored in enjoyment. Drawers conceal utensils and cooking equipment, as well as snacks to make provisions easily accessible for children. Integrated wine rack and stemware storage can create the perfect home for any collection and maximize kitchen storage. The wine X solution makes storing your favorite bottles effortless and visually appealing. The durable and elegant stemware system features heavy gauge wire construction and hidden mounting."

Modern Coastal Style Home Office

ITECTDESIGN LLC.

A modern coastal style home office featuring bold wall color and fluted paneling for a unique bold look. For this office design, the furniture selection consisted of a sophisticated high-end pieces for a timeless luxurious look than offers all the elements needed for a comfortable yet professional space.

Colts Neck Residence

House of Style & Design

Edinburgh Georgian Full Home Renovation

Jane Perfect Interiors Ltd

Man Cave/Office “Classic Contemporary with a Tech element” was the remit for this gorgeous Georgian home in Stockbridge which underwent a complete renovation, including a full rewire, the conversion of a pink toile dressing room into a sophisticated en-suite and a shower room into a smaller cloakroom to allow for a seating area in the kitchen. Philips Hue smart lighting was incorporated, a smart fridge freezer in the kitchen and a home office/man cave full of tech, games, gadgets and traditional chesterfield for sitting back and enjoying a whisky. A veritable bachelor pad but one which remains sympathetic to the Georgian architectural features and which exudes timeless elegance and sophistication.

Black 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 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.