Ready to create or make over a workspace inside your home? Here are a ton of Home Office Renovation Ideas - with real life examples and tutorials - to inspire you!
Since so many people work from home at least some of the time, a home office has become an essential room in many homes.
I mean, how many people do you know who have turned a formal dining room or guest bedroom into a home office space?!
When renovating a room into a home office, there are a few things you want to make sure to incorporate. Keep reading for my essential home office design elements and a ton of home office ideas from real people's homes!
Things to consider in your DIY home office makeover
Here are the top factors to consider when updating your workspace.
Paint Colors
One of the easiest ways to refresh any space is with a fresh coat of paint. Choosing the best paint color for your home office can go a long way towards making the space feel light, bright, and like a happy place to work.
Lighting
You will want to be sure that you have plenty of bright light to work with. I like to have at least 3 light sources in every room - if you have a very bright window, that can count as one.
Consider overhead lighting, task lighting like desk lamps or under cabinet lights, and more mood lighting like a table or floor lamp.
Think of how you use the space - if you do detailed paperwork, you will want a bright desk lamp. If you are mostly on a computer, having softer lighting might be easier on the eyes!
Large work space
Depending on the type of work that you do, you may need an open tabletop to spread out on. Consider how you will use the space when choosing a desk size. If you just need to be able to fit a small laptop, you might be better off using the space for open shelves and other storage!
Comfy seating
You are likely to sit a lot in an office, so a comfy chair is a must. Look for something with a higher back and a comfortable cushion.
Also consider a material that is a bit darker or easier to clean - white chairs can get very dirty from being sat on all the time!
Built ins
I love adding built ins to an office. They are a great way to add storage and a focal point to your space.
If you have an open wall, consider adding cabinetry for hidden storage!
Home Office Renovation Ideas
Remodeling your home office? Here are a ton of makeovers to inspire your project!
Home Office Renovation Ideas
Ready to renovate your home office? Here are a ton of ideas to inspire you!
We transformed our formal dining room into a home office with built in storage and a T shaped desk.
In our first home, we turned a nook in the primary bedroom into a home office with a built in desk and floating shelves!
Love color? This office is a great example of pulling in bold color with an accent wall of wallpaper in a home office!
This is a great example of a well designed combination office/guest bedroom.
The use of blue and white chinoiserie gives this space such a high end, elegant aesthetic!
I am obsessed with the casual boho vibe in this space and think it's a great demonstration of being strategically multipurpose with your office space.
Reveal Time! Our DIY Home Office Music Room (from a Playroom)
Another great example of a multipurpose office - this one designed to double as a music room. It's great to pair a daytime office with a hobby that might need space in the evenings!
I love the chic pairing of gold and marble accents in this home office makeover!
I love the bold navy wall color in this home office.
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Hello, I'm Morgan, half of the creative force behind CharlestonCrafted.com! With a passion for DIY that dates back to 2012, I've transformed three homes and now I'm dedicated to helping others craft their dream spaces. Let's turn your house into a home together!
