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Traditional Home Office with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Victorian Villa - Private House 4, Barnes
Victorian Villa - Private House 4, Barnes
CreativemassCreativemass
Photograph by Darren Chung, Hakwood, creativemass
Murphy Bed
Murphy Bed
Lehigh Valley Interior ConstructionLehigh Valley Interior Construction
A Murphy Bed is a clever way to get the most out of the space that you have.
Main Residence - Elevator Addition
Main Residence - Elevator Addition
Rebecca Mitchell InteriorsRebecca Mitchell Interiors
Laura Garner
Indiana Golf Retreat Library AFTER
Indiana Golf Retreat Library AFTER
Herald Gardell, Ltd. Design ServicesHerald Gardell, Ltd. Design Services
This was an annex office that wasn't very inviting and was rarely used. We turned it into a library/office/private TV nook. The custom woodwork incorporates an ingenious murphy bed system with a high-grade mattress and a wood panel base. the bed can be retracted fully made. The cabinetry on either side of the bed offers built-in guest closets, dresser drawers, pull-out night stands and charging stations.
Weymouth Project: Home Office
Weymouth Project: Home Office
New South HomeNew South Home
Custom cabinets and desk designed and built by New South Home team to create a stunning and functional home office.
Claybourne Project
Claybourne Project
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Photo by Lindsay Salazar
MODERN NEW CONSTRUCTION
MODERN NEW CONSTRUCTION
UserUser
A masterpiece of light and design, this gorgeous Beverly Hills contemporary is filled with incredible moments, offering the perfect balance of intimate corners and open spaces. A large driveway with space for ten cars is complete with a contemporary fountain wall that beckons guests inside. An amazing pivot door opens to an airy foyer and light-filled corridor with sliding walls of glass and high ceilings enhancing the space and scale of every room. An elegant study features a tranquil outdoor garden and faces an open living area with fireplace. A formal dining room spills into the incredible gourmet Italian kitchen with butler’s pantry—complete with Miele appliances, eat-in island and Carrara marble countertops—and an additional open living area is roomy and bright. Two well-appointed powder rooms on either end of the main floor offer luxury and convenience. Surrounded by large windows and skylights, the stairway to the second floor overlooks incredible views of the home and its natural surroundings. A gallery space awaits an owner’s art collection at the top of the landing and an elevator, accessible from every floor in the home, opens just outside the master suite. Three en-suite guest rooms are spacious and bright, all featuring walk-in closets, gorgeous bathrooms and balconies that open to exquisite canyon views. A striking master suite features a sitting area, fireplace, stunning walk-in closet with cedar wood shelving, and marble bathroom with stand-alone tub. A spacious balcony extends the entire length of the room and floor-to-ceiling windows create a feeling of openness and connection to nature. A large grassy area accessible from the second level is ideal for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends, and features a fire pit with ample lounge seating and tall hedges for privacy and seclusion. Downstairs, an infinity pool with deck and canyon views feels like a natural extension of the home, seamlessly integrated with the indoor living areas through sliding pocket doors. Amenities and features including a glassed-in wine room and tasting area, additional en-suite bedroom ideal for staff quarters, designer fixtures and appliances and ample parking complete this superb hillside retreat.
Studio City
Studio City
UserUser
Doug Hill Photography
Shutters by Hunter Douglas
Shutters by Hunter Douglas
Kimberlee DesignsKimberlee Designs
Oak Library & Office
Oak Library & Office
Green Home Design + BuildGreen Home Design + Build
Steven Todorov
Highgrove Basement
Highgrove Basement
Greg Love HomesGreg Love Homes
This client chose to finish the basement of their home to create a home office. The glass doors offer privacy while still allowing the small basement to have an open feeling.
Naples Villa
Naples Villa
Shelley Morris InteriorsShelley Morris Interiors
Michael Biondo Pototgraphy
ASID San Diego Design Excellence Awards 2014
ASID San Diego Design Excellence Awards 2014
ASID San Diego ChapterASID San Diego Chapter
1st Place Residential Space Over 3,500 square feet Kellie McCormick, ASID McCormick and Wright
Transitional Home Office
Transitional Home Office
Urban Elegance
Urban Elegance
Laura Manchee DesignsLaura Manchee Designs
The client desired a fun black and white office that highlighted her various photography projects. A reading nook was designed at the bench seat to offer a special retreat for reading and relaxation.
Library Ladder
Library Ladder
Christopher Scott Cabinetry and Design Inc.Christopher Scott Cabinetry and Design Inc.
Library ladders are such a beautiful addition to any space, especially with integrated lighting, soft colors and warm wood tones.
Traditional New Build, Dallas
Traditional New Build, Dallas
Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.
Mashpee Shingle Style
Mashpee Shingle Style
ArchiPlicity, LLCArchiPlicity, LLC
Katherine Jackson Architectural Photography
Day at the Upper Beach
Day at the Upper Beach
Eurodale Developments IncEurodale Developments Inc
Converted the former third floor primary suite into a two bedroom suite with built ins to provide bedroom independence to the whole family! This is the new kids bedroom homework and closet area - all custom millwork
Travis Heights Bungalow
Travis Heights Bungalow
MB Sullivan Design LLCMB Sullivan Design LLC

Traditional Home Office with Light Hardwood Flooring 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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