All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Having a stylish, dedicated office space in your home can help you shelve your household distractions and focus on work. Here, weve gathered 64 home office ideas that will inspire you to craft a work-friendly space in your own abode. Whether these homeowners opted to hire an interior designer or take on a DIY project, the home offices rounded up below, located everywhere from Beverly Hills to Brooklyn, have one thing in common: sophistication, secluded from tempting distractions. If you dont have a whole extra room to work with, worry not: the list below includes some creative small space solutions, like a home office on a stair landing and even a hybrid officeprimary bath for those moments when inspiration strikes, say, in the tub. From color-drenched spaces, to a laundry room-slash-office, to author Judy Blumes Key West, Florida, retreat, these home office design ideas will not only inspire you to get that last bit of work done, but to enjoy your surroundings while doing so.Photo: Chris Luker1/64Embrace maximalismSome people need to feel enveloped by inspiration while they workand Danielle Balanis of Danielle Balanis Design, who crafted this home office in Birmingham, Alabama, is among them. As a designer and a creator, I am extremely affected by my surroundings, she tells AD. I needed a cocoon of comfort, a place that inspired me and felt like it honed into my maximalist roots. A space where I was free to get lost in a daydream. From the sumptuous textures of the rug, tapestry tablecloth, and cushions, to a gallery of art along the walls, the designers more-is-more approach is the gift that keeps on giving: I cant stop adding and layering.Photo: Mike Van Tassell2/64Hang floating shelvesAllison Handler of Allison Handler Design went all-in on white oak for this Basking Ridge, New Jersey, office, using it for the wall paneling, the contemporary desk, and the multipurpose open shelves. The floating shelves served both form and function by adding extra storage while also allowing us to style with fun decor pieces, she reflects. We are obsessed with how it came together, combined with a moody menswear-inspired wallpaper on the other walls.Photo: Charlotte Lea3/64Choose a neutral paletteAnother way to achieve a relaxing workspace? Choose a minimalist, neutral color palette, like Amy Elbaum of AE Design Group did in this Santa Monica office. Working from home can be a challenge, she admits. Creating a serene and neutral space can make a home office feel like a retreat from the chaos of the rest of the home. Through the use of texture and organic materials, this space is warm, welcoming, and sets our client up for a productive day.Photo: Sean Litchfield4/64Incorporate vintage furnishingsHome offices, because they typically get a lot of use, require high-performing furnitureso its easy to default to outfitting them with all-new pieces. But Vivian Chen of Vivian Shao Chen Interiors makes the case for integrating vintage gems in this suburban Philadelphia workspace. Incorporating vintage and antiques breathes life and texture into a space like nothing else, so I paired the custom white oak built-in with an antique desk and hutch cabinet, she says. As old as they are, they still function perfectly, which is a true sign of quality."Photo: Ashley Sullivan5/64Curate a gallery wallFor an art museum vibe, curate a gallery wall like Melissa Oholendt of Oho Interiors did in this Edina, Minnesota, office. While we love a large art piece, we find a gallery wall serves two purposes in an office, she explains. One being a bit of an escapism moment for the brain and the other being a personality-filled focal point in the room, where you can really pack a punch in a small space.Photo: Margaret Rajic6/64Source a statement deskA desk is a functional WFH essential, but it can also be a statement piece. Thats why Kelsey Haywood of Haywoodmade Interiors commissioned an eye-catching Ottra desk for this Chicago study. I took inspiration from one of their sculptural console tables and created a custom executive-sized desk, she shares. In order to keep the desk floating in the room, a cord-concealing opening was cut into the top to let this focal point serve as art.Photo: Kerry Kirk7/64Put up a muralIn this Houston office, Mimi Meacham of Marian Louise Design skipped plain white walls in favor of a coastal ISKEL mural. I was immediately drawn to the soothing color palette, she recalls. The subtle variations of blues, greens, and warm grays invite you to step closer and immerse yourself. The mural transports you to a tranquil moment on crystal blue waters, offering a sense of calm and reflectionperfect for pausing and re-centering during a busy WFH day.Photo: Christy Kosnic8/64Look to the laundry roomAn unexpected hybrid, this laundry room meets office helps Sallie Lord of Greyhunt Interiors make the most of her Indianapolis home. Our scullery is the perfect place to keep life and work moving, while multitasking, she says. I am obsessed with the modern retro vibe of this space, from the lacquered Sherwin-Williams Pink Shadow cabinets and the black-and-white tile flooring to the Mitchell Black wallpaper on the ceiling and the perfect Hudson Valley Lighting pendant.Photo: JL Jordan Photography9/64Transform the atticIf you have an unfinished attic, consider transforming it into an office space like Bethany Adams of Bethany Adams Interiors did in this home in Louisville, Kentucky. The conversion necessitated continuing the center staircase to the third floor and adding the balcony skylight for egress, but the resulting modern and bright space was well worth the investment, she reflects. Not only do they now have two physically and acoustically separate offices, they also added 800 square feet that significantly increased their property value.Photo: Zach Stamatis10/64Create a cozy reading nookZoe Feldman of Zoe Feldman Design struck the perfect balance between work and pleasure in this Washington, DC, office, where a burl wood desk sits opposite an inviting reading nook featuring purple velvet cushions, a pair of sconces, and a metal side table. A cozy reading nook is all about balance, combining comfort with function, she says. Add seating for one (or two) and some exposed shelves for books or personal touches. Even in small spaces, built-ins make it all work seamlessly.Photo: Regan Wood11/64Build an office nicheTo smoothly incorporate a home office into a New York City living room, Kate Platt of Platt Dana Architects carved a niche into the wall. The task was to make the bookcases, filing cabinets, and desktop blend into the room, while creating a useful place to work, she says. The custom millwork fits recessed into the side of the chimney breast of the fireplace. We re-proportioned the opening so it is its own recessed unit.Photo: Emily Minton Redfield12/64Go for a custom built-inIn this Colorado office, Katie Schroder of Atelier Interior Design proves that built-ins are a worthwhile workspace investment. We designed custom cabinetry that extends from floor to ceiling on either side of the desk, providing ample storage and beautifully framing the window, she notes. The finishing touch was the hardware, carefully chosen to reflect the clients jewelry aesthetic. Gold statement pieces with varying shapes and gemstone accents perfectly tied the space to her personal style.Photo: Nicole Diane13/64Bring in wallpaperAshley Macuga of Collected Interiors covered this Redwood City, California, desk area in a flowery wallpaper to compensate for the lack of natural light and the compact home office layout. The goal was to make our clients workdays feel pleasant and serene in a space that, if not designed correctly, could easily feel like an overwhelming dungeon, she explains. We layered in a gorgeous grasscloth wallpaper from Elizabeth Eakins. It features a stunning watercolor-inspired floral pattern that feels vintage, textural, and warm all at once.Photo: Roger Davies14/64Space-saving studyWere digging the minimalism in this beach-chic Malibu home office area. The Ellwood-Lomax drop-front desk saves space and highlights all the sculptural accoutrements. That poof takes on many jobs: bookshelf, footstool, and extra chair for a study buddy.Photo: Michael Kaskel15/64Utilize the landingDont overlook the landingit could become a practical work area, like in this Chicago office by Rebekah Zaveloff of Imparfait Design Studio. Thankfully, where the doors were already placed left room for a five-foot desk that holds a beautiful table lamp for some task lighting, a couple of objects, and space for a laptop, she shares. In terms of square footage, it doesnt take a lot to create a functional and stylish home office.Photo: William Abranowicz16/64Sleek and uniqueSome super sleek curvesarchitect Charles Gwathmeys signaturedistinguish his St. Barts home office and its sucupira-wood desk, designed by Kang Chang and fabricated on the island. The swivel chairs are by Hans Wegner from DK Vogue, and the ceiling fan is by Boffi. The rainbow display of books is a nice touch too.Photo: Douglas Friedman17/64Bold and colorfulIn stylist Carlos Motas Dominican Republic beach house, a Picasso-inspired mural decorates a wall near the office, where an Indian chair is pulled up to a desk designed by Mota.Photo: Scott Frances18/64Midcentury loft officeFor all your midcentury-modern motivations, look to Stephen Harveys mezzanine office of his Sagaponack, New York, retreat. A great combo of sleekness and color, the Arne Jacobsen pendant light paired with the golden Moroccan kilim and Navajo rug, decorate the space.Photo: Joshua McHugh19/64Lighten upSometimes light and bright is best, as seen in this Manhattan penthouse designed by David Mann and Brett McMullen of MR Architecture + Decor. The office is anchored by the vintage Bodil Kjr rosewood desk and a few key pieces of art.Photo: Eric Lucero20/64Try a double-sided deskTwo people can work at onceand togetherin this Denver office by Miranda Cullen of Inside Stories, which features a clever double-sided desk. The goal of this office design was to craft a space that balances functionality and style, she says. At its heart is a custom desk and surrounding built-ins, thoughtfully centered in the room to encourage an efficient workflow and foster collaboration. The result? A stunning, versatile workspace designed to inspire and be shared.Photo: Scott Frances21/64Tap into warm woodMany of the design elements of Sarah and H. Ross Perot Jr.s Dallas penthouse, including the pocket doors throughout and the African teak cabinetry in Sarahs study, were created by Emily Summers's architectural team. The painting, One More Day 4, is by Hungarian artist Zsolt Bodoni-Dombi and adds pizzazz.Photo: Eric Piasecki22/64Pops of colorA color combo to covet: bright green and gold. Gather some office inspiration from this Bridgehampton home designed by Steven Gambrel. All the vintage brass-and-leather accents and the silk rug created by Gambrel make a splash against the white cabinets.Photo: Douglas Friedman23/64Go for dopamine-boosting designThis cheerful space is full of sharp angles while also maintaining a lot of fun. Alexandra von Furstenberg created the acrylic desk, side table, and (in collaboration with Dax Design) shelving for her Los Angeles home office, which is also outfitted with two Milo Baughman lounge chairs, an Eames desk chair by Herman Miller, a Dax Design cabinet, and a Philippe Starck floor lamp by Flos; the large photograph is by Kim Keever, and the easel displays an issue of Interview magazine signed by Andy Warhol to Von Furstenberg.Photo: Roger Davies24/64Dial up playfulnessBatman, Frank Sinatra, and Mia Farrow line the back wall in Kourtney Kardashians Los Angeles home officedesigned by Martyn Lawrence Bullard and furnished with a vintage Jules Leleu desk and Pierre Jeanneret chairs. The vibrant work on paper by Bridget Riley and the arrangement of flowers add playfulness.Photo: William Waldron25/64Try a neoclassical nookBrooke Shieldss Manhattan study is furnished with an Italian neoclassical secretary. The green chair and art are easy adds for a pop energy.