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Bluff Residence
Bluff Residence
Stillwater Architecture L.L.C.Stillwater Architecture L.L.C.
2 story traditional wood paneled library with classical fireplace. Cottage Style home on coveted Bluff Drive in Harbor Springs, Michigan, overlooking the Main Street and Little Traverse Bay. Architect - Stillwater Architecture, LLC Construction - Dick Collie Construction
Indian Hill Renovation
Indian Hill Renovation
Wentz DesignWentz Design
Whole-house renovation to existing Indian Hill home. Prior to the renovation, the Scaninavian-modern interiors felt cold and cavernous. In order to make this home work for a family, we brought the spaces down to a more livable scale and used natural materials like wood and stone to make the home warm and welcoming.
An Addition and Renovation to a Private Residence in Anderson, Ohio
An Addition and Renovation to a Private Residence in Anderson, Ohio
Sally Noble Architect, LLCSally Noble Architect, LLC
New re-purposed home office with new built in storage. Photo by Sally Noble.
Country Manor
Country Manor
The Blind Side Home Furnishings, Inc.The Blind Side Home Furnishings, Inc.
This room is an addition to a stately colonial. The client's requested that the room reflect an old English library. The stained walnut walls and ceiling reinforce that age old feel. Each of the hand cut ceiling medallions reflect a personal milestone of the owners life. www.press1photos.com
Custom Residence
Custom Residence
Zoltan Construction LLCZoltan Construction LLC
Zoltan Construction, Roger Wade Photography
Holly Circle
Holly Circle
Oak Hill ArchitectsOak Hill Architects
The Earnst Kitchen
The Earnst Kitchen
The Creative Kitchen CompanyThe Creative Kitchen Company
This kitchen is stocked full of personal details for this lovely retired couple living the dream in their beautiful country home. Terri loves to garden and can her harvested fruits and veggies and has filled her double door pantry full of her beloved canned creations. The couple has a large family to feed and when family comes to visit - the open concept kitchen, loads of storage and countertop space as well as giant kitchen island has transformed this space into the family gathering spot - lots of room for plenty of cooks in this kitchen! Tucked into the corner is a thoughtful kitchen office space. Possibly our favorite detail is the green custom painted island with inset bar sink, making this not only a great functional space but as requested by the homeowner, the island is an exact paint match to their dining room table that leads into the grand kitchen and ties everything together so beautifully.
Hills of Kingswood Rustic Chic
Hills of Kingswood Rustic Chic
Karyn Dismore InteriorsKaryn Dismore Interiors
Costa Christ
2017 CotY Award-Winning Residential Interiors
2017 CotY Award-Winning Residential Interiors
National Association of the Remodeling IndustryNational Association of the Remodeling Industry
Platt Builders, Inc., Groton, Massachusetts, 2017 Regional CotY Award Winner, Residential Interior Under $75,000
Beautiful Office Design over Manasota Key
Beautiful Office Design over Manasota Key
Lancaster Interior DesignLancaster Interior Design
http://www.homeanddesign.net/home-design-magazine-suncoast-design-issue/ http://www.bridgefordesign.com/design-projects/mediterraneandreamwinter16
Castellina 1272 Model Home
Castellina 1272 Model Home
UserUser
Arthur Rutenberg Homes - http://arhomes.us/Castellina109
Boyd Residence
Boyd Residence
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Best in American Living Winner: Caruthers
Best in American Living Winner: Caruthers
Frankel Design BuildFrankel Design Build
Lakeforest Library
Lakeforest Library
HCI CabinetryHCI Cabinetry
River Hills Dream Home
River Hills Dream Home
Haus of Blaylock | Award-Winning DesignerHaus of Blaylock | Award-Winning Designer
The home office is a traditional space with custom built-in shelving and herringbone wood floors. The free-standing desk is made of beautifully stained woods with a custom tufted leather chair. Custom drapery hangs on either side of the large paneled window. The window bench and custom upholstered arm chairs add seating and warmth. https://www.hausofblaylock.com
Hidden Bungalow and Gatehouse
Hidden Bungalow and Gatehouse
OLSON LEWIS + ArchitectsOLSON LEWIS + Architects
OL + expanded this North Shore waterfront bungalow to include a new library, two sleeping porches, a third floor billiard and game room, and added a conservatory. The design is influenced by the Arts and Crafts style of the existing house. A two-story gatehouse with similar architectural details, was designed to include a garage and second floor loft-style living quarters. The late landscape architect, Dale Wagner, developed the site to create picturesque views throughout the property as well as from every room. Contractor: Fanning Builders- Jamie Fanning Millwork & Carpentry: Slim Larson Design Photographer: Peter Vanderwarker Photography
26- Orem, Utah Residence
26- Orem, Utah Residence
Masterpiece Millwork & DoorMasterpiece Millwork & Door
Alan Blakely
Manor House
Manor House
Salem and AssociatesSalem and Associates
Danny Piassick
Atherton, California Estate by Markay Johnson Construction
Atherton, California Estate by Markay Johnson Construction
Markay Johnson ConstructionMarkay Johnson Construction
Builder: Markay Johnson Construction visit: www.mjconstruction.com Project Details: Located on a beautiful corner lot of just over one acre, this sumptuous home presents Country French styling – with leaded glass windows, half-timber accents, and a steeply pitched roof finished in varying shades of slate. Completed in 2006, the home is magnificently appointed with traditional appeal and classic elegance surrounding a vast center terrace that accommodates indoor/outdoor living so easily. Distressed walnut floors span the main living areas, numerous rooms are accented with a bowed wall of windows, and ceilings are architecturally interesting and unique. There are 4 additional upstairs bedroom suites with the convenience of a second family room, plus a fully equipped guest house with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Equally impressive are the resort-inspired grounds, which include a beautiful pool and spa just beyond the center terrace and all finished in Connecticut bluestone. A sport court, vast stretches of level lawn, and English gardens manicured to perfection complete the setting. Photographer: Bernard Andre Photography
Signature | Baywood: Transitional yet luxurious home design with generous layout
Signature | Baywood: Transitional yet luxurious home design with generous layout
Divco Custom HomesDivco Custom Homes

Expansive Traditional Home Office 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional home library?

If the stuffiness of home office desks, swivel chairs and filing cabinets is too much for you, a traditional 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 traditional 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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