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World-Inspired Home Office with Grey Walls Ideas and Designs

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Angela's Office
Angela's Office
Jennifer A. Emmer/Feng Shui StyleJennifer A. Emmer/Feng Shui Style
We found this vintage credenza at an estate sale. The Buddha seems to belong on top of it. The painting is an original by Jennifer A. Emmer.
A Pristine Paradise
A Pristine Paradise
Barker Kappelle Construction, LLCBarker Kappelle Construction, LLC
Olivier Koning Photography
Tropical Home Office
Tropical Home Office
Gibson Island Residence
Gibson Island Residence
Lynbrook of Annapolis, Inc.Lynbrook of Annapolis, Inc.
陰影の家
陰影の家
川端 正人／株式会社I.D.Works川端 正人／株式会社I.D.Works
Carlsbad, California, Modern
Carlsbad, California, Modern
dRichards InteriorsdRichards Interiors
This project combines high end earthy elements with elegant, modern furnishings. We wanted to re invent the beach house concept and create an home which is not your typical coastal retreat. By combining stronger colors and textures, we gave the spaces a bolder and more permanent feel. Yet, as you travel through each room, you can't help but feel invited and at home.
Budget Blinds Gallery
Budget Blinds Gallery
Budget Blinds of KalispellBudget Blinds of Kalispell
A Southern Man's Retreat
A Southern Man's Retreat
New Leaf BuildersNew Leaf Builders
David Clark
Black Lacquer Rosewood Cabinet
Black Lacquer Rosewood Cabinet
China Furniture and ArtsChina Furniture and Arts
This handsome solid rosewood cabinet features the Chinese symbol of longevity on the three doors. The blue and white Chinese porcelain adds a nice point of contrast to the cabinets sleek black finish.
Asian Inspired
Asian Inspired
Mary Washer DesignsMary Washer Designs
Kim Sargent
書斎。　Study room.
書斎。　Study room.
KEN YOKOGAWA ARCHITECT & ASSOCIATES INC.KEN YOKOGAWA ARCHITECT & ASSOCIATES INC.
Butterfly House
Butterfly House
Sheedy Watts DesignSheedy Watts Design
Joe Purvis
Budget Blinds
Budget Blinds
Budget Blinds of Point LomaBudget Blinds of Point Loma
Budget Blinds
Budget Blinds
Budget Blinds of CambridgeBudget Blinds of Cambridge
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Casa de Mackin
Casa de Mackin
PGI HomesPGI Homes
Shaughnessy Luxe
Shaughnessy Luxe
Van Arbour DesignVan Arbour Design
Paul Grdina Photography
Bay Pines
Bay Pines
MP Studio InteriorsMP Studio Interiors
framed artwork, purple beadboard, purple wainscoting, drapes, plum, lattice area rug, patterned armchair, travel posters
tonericoの家-W邸-
tonericoの家-W邸-
株式会社アトリエプラス株式会社アトリエプラス
epsode 57 「Warmy」
epsode 57 「Warmy」
（株）Life with Style（株）Life with Style
身も心も温まる二階リビングの空間創り　Photo by Hitomi Mese

World-Inspired Home Office with Grey Walls 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired home library?

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