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Coastal Home Office with a Built-in Desk Ideas and Designs

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Beachside, built-in desk with soft blue wall
Beachside, built-in desk with soft blue wall
Colour Confidence InteriorsColour Confidence Interiors
Slide the large frosted glass doors and this home office/study nook almost disappears from view - at least out of sight until the weekend is over. the soft blue wall is a gentle backdrop and white iconic chairs make this a pleasant spot to work or study.
The Custom Office Model ATU - Built By: Paradise Tiny Homes
The Custom Office Model ATU - Built By: Paradise Tiny Homes
Paradise Tiny Homes LLCParadise Tiny Homes LLC
This portable custom home office add-on was inspired by the Oasis model with its 6' round windows (yes, there are two of them!). The Round windows are pushed out creating a space to span bar slab to sit at with a ledge for your feet and tile detailing. The other End is left open so you can lounge in the round window and use it as a reading nook. The Office had 4 desk spaces, a flatscreen tv and a built-in couch with storage underneath and at it's sides. The end tables are part of the love-seat and serve as bookshelves and are sturdy enough to sit on. There is accent lighting and a 2x10" ledge that leads around the entire room- it is strong enough to be used as a library storing hundreds of books. This office is built on an 8x20' trailer. paradisetinyhomes.com
Dapper Dan
Dapper Dan
Interiors By PatrickInteriors By Patrick
Custom Beach House Bonita Springs
Custom Beach House Bonita Springs
Calusa Construction, Inc.Calusa Construction, Inc.
His & Her Home Office with Bay views
California Beach Home
California Beach Home
Eve Mode DesignEve Mode Design
To maximize space, an extra bedroom closet was converted to a home office with custom desk and upper cabinets. Solar shades provide sun protection and privacy.
Oasis on Arey's Pond
Oasis on Arey's Pond
McPhee Associates of Cape CodMcPhee Associates of Cape Cod
Juno Beach, Private Residence
Juno Beach, Private Residence
Blue Ladder StudioBlue Ladder Studio
custom desk with floating shelves at loft
Custom Home Renovation 2018
Custom Home Renovation 2018
Domilya Group Construction Inc.Domilya Group Construction Inc.
Uptown Coastal
Uptown Coastal
JMR Designs, Inc.JMR Designs, Inc.
A complete home renovation bringing an 80's home into a contemporary coastal design with touches of earth tones to highlight the owner's art collection. JMR Designs created a comfortable and inviting space for relaxing, working and entertaining family and friends.
Pine Creek House
Pine Creek House
Sellars Lathrop Architects, llcSellars Lathrop Architects, llc
Photography: Matthew Williams
Waterfront Bungalow | Balboa Island California
Waterfront Bungalow | Balboa Island California
Barclay Butera InteriorsBarclay Butera Interiors
West Vancouver Home Renovation - Home Office
West Vancouver Home Renovation - Home Office
PlaidFox StudioPlaidFox Studio
Morar Residence
Morar Residence
Geoff Chick & AssociatesGeoff Chick & Associates
Loft turned office, San Diego, CA
Loft turned office, San Diego, CA
InteriorEcho, LLCInteriorEcho, LLC
This loft-turned-office has lots of storage and takes advantage of the tall, angled ceilings. The beadboard ceiling and white cabinets against gray and blue walls creates a nautical feel. The little table in the blue niche was cut in half, painted white, then wall hung in each of the two niches. Gail Owens Photography
A Water's Edge Retreat
A Water's Edge Retreat
Amazing SpacesAmazing Spaces
Deja Blue
Deja Blue
Coastal Signature HomesCoastal Signature Homes
Beach Style Home Office
Beach Style Home Office
Coastal Contemporary Chic
Coastal Contemporary Chic
James David Custom HomesJames David Custom Homes
East is the New West
East is the New West
The Vision GroupThe Vision Group
Beautiful gray shaker built-ins.
Great Whole House Remodel
Great Whole House Remodel
Thomas Towne Reavey, Inc.Thomas Towne Reavey, Inc.
David Archer Photography

Coastal Home Office with a Built-in Desk Ideas and Designs

Whether you work from home or need a study space to get things done out of hours, finding room in the house for a home office makes for a valuable addition to many homes. Having a coastal home office can seem like the best of both worlds, but it’s important to keep in mind that this should be a productive space that keeps out the many distractions of home. You may not have the luxury of a dedicated room to turn into your coastal office room or home library, so choose your space wisely to ensure privacy and adequate storage. A carefully designed corner in your living room or an alcove can be made into a productive and stylish study space. Your home office furniture with the desk in the centre of your design, needs to include both work surface space and storage ideas – never underestimate how quickly a computer desk can become cluttered with stationery and box files.

How do I find coastal home office ideas?

For any basic home office or study set up there are just two essential office furniture items: desks and seating. If you will be a frequent home worker then you will also want to invest in nice desk lighting, filing cabinets or bookcases. Desks need to be large enough to accommodate all the tools of your trade. The material your desk is made from will set the tone for your home office design, whether you opt for glass, traditional teak, luxurious mahogany or affordable pine. Investing in a good quality task chair is imperative for the office – there are some great ergonomic chairs at every price level that will help to compensate for our modern, computer-bound lifestyles. If you have room for an office chair other than your computer chair, choose something comfortable but still supportive for when you need a break from your desk. Ideas that include a nice bookcase design and wall shelves mean your coastal study can double as a home library. For a truly luxurious home office you could consider fitted office furniture which will maximise the space you have and create a permanent space in your home dedicated to work.

How to find ideas for my coastal home office decor?

The right ambience will make your home office a place you enjoy spending time without taking away your focus. Choose a colour scheme that encourages productivity for you – that may be a palette that is calming and restful, or you might feel more inspired by bright invigorating colours and graphic prints. When decorating the walls, look out for items that create the right studious vibe for the room. Wall maps, pinboards that can serve as mood or inspiration boards, and world clocks can all be great options when considering office design ideas. Practical necessities like desk lamps needn’t be unattractive – there a range of stunning designer lamps available. After all your hard work to make this a productive space, clutter can be very distracting so limit the items on your home office desk to a couple of your favourite photographs and perhaps a trinket or two to stimulate the mind. Papers and office supplies should be tucked away, so keep the space tidy and maintain your office as a calm work space that promotes focus – all the better to see your lovely decor with.

How do I setup a home office in a small room?

A home office doesn’t have to mean a separate room – the nature of working from home involves compartmentalisation, so apply this concept practically to your space. Even a small space, if sectioned off properly, can be transformed into a great workstation or study area. Unused nooks are the perfect places to fit your study in a small room – place a desk and chair under some floating shelves. Even under-utilised fitted wardrobes can make an innovative makeshift home office desk space with built-in storage. If the room you have can’t accommodate a full set of office furniture, opt for versatile options such as home office desks with built-in drawers or storage benches. If you use a laptop instead of a desktop PC, you may even consider a folding table that can be simply tidied away when you’re done working or studying. Alternatively, you may want to leave the house altogether – garden offices, either purpose-built or converted from sheds, are increasingly popular as a tranquil space away from the chaos of home life. If it was good enough for Roald Dahl, it’s certainly good enough for us.

How do I create a coastal home library?

If the stuffiness of home office desks, swivel chairs and filing cabinets is too much for you, a coastal library space may be more your thing when it comes to study, work or even relaxation. Libraries are peaceful and quiet places, and with careful consideration you can recreate this in an area of your home. Books are obviously going to feature heavily in your home library design, and you’ll need a place to store them. A bookcase or nice shelving can create room dividers if you don’t have a whole room to dedicate to a home library, and the benefit of bookcases is that they are movable – you don’t have to stick with one layout it it’s not working. If you don’t want to take up space, shelves hung on the walls will work just as well, and if you really want that authentic library feel then you’ll have to go with built in bookshelves that stretch from floor to ceiling. Next all you need is a comfy chair in amongst the books or a desk if you plan to do work or study from your library. Remember that coastal library areas can be slotted in all around the home – under the stairs, in a corner of your living room or kitchen, as a mezzanine or in a small spare room.
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