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GG House
GG House
ReDesigning LifeReDesigning Life
Home Office / Den / Library
Home Office / Den / Library
Francois Tenenbaum - Design by Francois, LLCFrancois Tenenbaum - Design by Francois, LLC
Louis XV Writing Desk
Library
Library
Trilogy Cabinets & DesignTrilogy Cabinets & Design
Comfortable and Collected
Comfortable and Collected
Ann Lowengart InteriorsAnn Lowengart Interiors
The family living in this shingled roofed home on the Peninsula loves color and pattern. At the heart of the two-story house, we created a library with high gloss lapis blue walls. The tête-à-tête provides an inviting place for the couple to read while their children play games at the antique card table. As a counterpoint, the open planned family, dining room, and kitchen have white walls. We selected a deep aubergine for the kitchen cabinetry. In the tranquil master suite, we layered celadon and sky blue while the daughters' room features pink, purple, and citrine.
English style paneled study
English style paneled study
Tina Dann-Fenwick InteriorsTina Dann-Fenwick Interiors
A Cozy study is given a makeover with new furnishings and window treatments in keeping with a relaxed English country house
Strey Residence
Strey Residence
Ancient SurfacesAncient Surfaces
Poway Tudor
Poway Tudor
Dixieline Lumber & Home CentersDixieline Lumber & Home Centers
Custom Tudor in the Heart of Poway. Andersen E Series Clad. Windows add warmth, as well as the Mahogany Interior doors
Haute Home Office
Haute Home Office
Laurie DiGiacomo InteriorsLaurie DiGiacomo Interiors
A luxe home office that is beautiful enough to be the first room you see when walking in this home, but functional enough to be a true working office.
North Barrington Shingle
North Barrington Shingle
Derrick ArchitectureDerrick Architecture
The fireplace in the home office will make a great place to work or relax!
Mountaintop Retreat
Mountaintop Retreat
Scott Wilson Architect, LLCScott Wilson Architect, LLC
Copper Bay
Copper Bay
Glas AssociatesGlas Associates
A multifunctional space serves as a den and home office with library shelving and dark wood throughout Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
Lakeforest Library
Lakeforest Library
HCI CabinetryHCI Cabinetry
Eye Candy on Alma
Eye Candy on Alma
Beyond Beige Interior Design Inc.Beyond Beige Interior Design Inc.
Beyond Beige Interior Design | www.beyondbeige.com | Ph: 604-876-3800 | Photography By Provoke Studios | Furniture Purchased From The Living Lab Furniture Co
Formal Library with Seating by the Fire
Formal Library with Seating by the Fire
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
Intimate seating area by the fireplace in this luxurious home library. The walls and ceilings are fully paneled in walnut and feature multiple arched openings with built-in bookcases. Photo by Mike Kaskel
Historic Renovation
Historic Renovation
Designs by Aaron Olson, Inc.Designs by Aaron Olson, Inc.
New mahogany library. The fluted Corinthian pilasters and cornice were designed to match the existing front door surround. A 13" thick brick bearing wall was removed in order to recess the bookcase. The size and placement of the bookshelves spring from the exterior windows on the opposite wall, and the pilaster/ coffer ceiling design was used to tie the room together. Mako Builders and Clark Robins Design/ Build Trademark Woodworking Sheila Gunst- design consultant Photography by Ansel Olson
Redding Industrial Farmhouse Custom Home
Redding Industrial Farmhouse Custom Home
ReNewal Home DecorReNewal Home Decor
This addition featured a library spaces and seating area with concrete floors, black stained cabinets and walnut countertops.
Parkview
Parkview
Warmington & NorthWarmington & North
Custom cabinetry by Warmington & North Architect: Hoedemaker Pfeiffer Photography: Haris Kenjar
Built Ins -- Drewlaine Drive
Built Ins -- Drewlaine Drive
Bullseye Wood Specialties, L.L.CBullseye Wood Specialties, L.L.C
Detail shot of egg and dart molding with shadow line for up lighting. Photo by; Jason Jasienowski
Evanston Home | Konstant Architecture + Home
Evanston Home | Konstant Architecture + Home
Kathleen Virginia PhotographyKathleen Virginia Photography
Evanston home designed by: Konstant Architecture + Home Photographed by Kathleen Virginia Photography
Paradise Valley Estate
Paradise Valley Estate
Home Pix PhotographyHome Pix Photography
Study/Library with panoramic views of North Phoenix and Scottsdale. Photo by Home Pix Photography

Home Office with a Reading Nook and All Types of Fireplace 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 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 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 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 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 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 home library?

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