Home Office

A compact apartment designed with modules that optimize both function and comfort. Architects Juan Alberto Andrade and María José Vascones, who previously completed a Chevy van conversion, collaborated on Doméstico, a live/work space that optimizes both sp...

A house designed with vertically organized living spaces and an angular staircase that unfolds like origami. Located on Rua Cunha Júnior, in the center of Porto, Portugal, Casa Vertical has a facade that gives a nod to the city’s vernacular architecture and to the classical structure of composition. Architecture firm ...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A design that creatively explores the concept of duality. Located in the oldest part of Knokke, Belgium, in a former sand dune area, this house follows local tradition and so it has a name. The moniker of “Rag Doll” refers to the design’s blend of seemingly clashing elements that nevertheless come together to create a ...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A simple but ingenious table that keeps items on display or hidden from view. Based in Lille, northern France, design studio More Than Common Sense (MTCS) produces honest and minimalist furniture and home accessories that also have ingenious features. The studio is run by two industrial designers: founder Vincent Claudepierre...

Two children’s rooms created underneath the roof of a loft in Stockholm. When the clients purchased the Mantelpiece Loft in Stockholm, Sweden, it didn’t have enough space to create two separate rooms for the couple’s two small children. Architecture and design firm Note Design Studio received the task of making the gir...

A 1962 glazed cabin, brought back to its original glory via a thoughtful architectural approach. Designed by architect Y. Loze in 1962 for a group of musicians, the Kelleveld house was created as a transparent cabin with three linked volumes that opened to the beauty of the surrounding nature. Over the years, different owners added ele...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A second home designed with private areas that also establish a dynamic flow between different programs. Located in Barwon Heads, Australia, AB House is a second home specially designed to provide privacy to family member without sacrificing the feeling of connection and closeness. Architecture firm Office MI-JI rais...

A Passionate Revival of a Historic Manhattan Apartment Nestled in the vibrant East Village of Manhattan, New York, lies a remarkable apartment with a storied past. Housed within the six-story Onyx Court, built in 1902, this captivating corner spot has welcomed illustrious figures such as opera singers, Oscar-winning composers, and ...

A contemporary house that gives a respectful nod to the old dwelling it replaced. Located in Moravský Krumlov, Czech Republic, this new building fills the empty space left by an old, uninhabited building. Architect Radek Pasterný of Atelier CL3 referenced the original structure in an ingenious way. While the hou...

A compact house designed with concrete brick volumes and two terraces. Located in Albury, New South Wales, Australia, this house has a thoughtful design inspired by the beauty and features of the site. Architecture firm Kerstin Thompson Architec...

The renovation and expansion of a house owned by collectors of vintage objects and furniture. Named Magpie House, this project started out with a simple extension and then evolved to encompass an entire home renovation. The clients, a textile designer and a digital designer, turned to DGN Studio to expand their terraced house in Ha...

A minimalist wall clock that uses geometric forms as well as light and shadow to show the time. Founded by architects Ewa Bryzek and Allen Shakir, Copenhagen-based studio Lawa Design produces gorgeous home accessories and lighting. The two founders share not only an architectural background but also a love of simple, clean designs that are practical and playful. Named Delta, this mini...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

From Historic Factory to Boutique Hotel in Norway’s Lofoten Archipelago In the enchanting realm of Norway's Arctic Circle lies Trevarefabrikken, a beacon of transformation on the island of Henningsvær. This former 1940s factory, once bustling with the production of cod liver oil and vibrant carpentry workshops, has unde...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

The greener version of a popular Muuto design. Introduced in 2014, the Fiber Chair designed by Iskos-Berlin provided a fresh, forward-thinking take on the classic shell chair design. It featured an innovative blend of materials, plastic and wood fiber, that provided both durability and strength. For 2022, Danish

A mid-century house, stunningly restored and redesigned with great respect for its architectural and interior design heritage. Located in City Beach, a coastal suburb of Perth, Australia, this residence is a beautiful example of mid-century architecture and design. The client, an entertainer and dog owner who was pas...

An 1881 three-story townhouse, gorgeously renovated, redesigned and expanded with living spaces that marry historical details and contemporary design. Located in the historical district of Bedford-Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, New York City, this three-story townhouse dates back to 1881. Architecture firm Also Office completed the renovation of the residence, along with the redesign of the...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A 1950s residence converted into a minimalist home with industrial elements. Completed by Milan-based architecture, design, and photography firm studio.traccia, Casa Rospigliosi is a renovation and conversion project. The architects restored and transformed the 1950s residence located near a park in the San Siro district, on the outer edge of Milan,

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A spectacular glass house that becomes a luminous presence in a gritty urban lane. Located in Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia, this distinctive glass house was designed by Brad Swartz Architects in collaboration with renowned industrial designer Henry Wilson. One could describe the Laneway Glass House as a glowing jewel...

A collection of contemporary furniture and home accessories that pay homage to the Bauhaus movement. In the world of contemporary design and architecture, Bauhaus emerges as one of the most enduring influences. You can see it everywhere, from elegant timepieces to

An adaptive-reuse project that transformed a 1920s building into a contemporary home. Boston-based architecture and design firm NADAAA transformed a brick building from the 1920s into a home with living spaces rich in both organic textures and creative de...

A tranquil retreat nestled in a Welsh valley. Located in mid Wales, close to the town of Llanbister, Life House is a quiet retreat that immerses guests in a tranquil natural landscape. Celebrated designer John Pawson created the architectural project for Living Architecture, a company that collaborates with award-winning stu...

A thoughtfully designed extension that complements a heritage-listed brick house. Located in the Clifton Hill inner-city suburb of Melbourne, Australia, Northside House is a heritage-listed, Federation-era building. The clients tasked architecture firm Wellard Architects with making sensitive alterations to the origi...

Good news for architecture enthusiasts, the iconic VDL House, built by Richard Neutra, can now be enjoyed from anywhere in the world through a brand-new website. The virtual tour showcases the Los Angeles residence, which serves not only as a National Historic Landmark but also as a platform for exchanging ideas aroun...

A contemporary renovation that connects the home to its garden, transforming a once dark and cramped Victorian terrace into a light-filled oasis. London-based architectural studio Neiheiser Argyros has breathed new life into a Victorian terrace, Steele's Road House, by incorporating open spaces, balconies, and innovati...

A house designed to open to an atrium and a spacious garden. Located in a residential area of the town of Lanškroun, Czech Republic, this house has a creative design that hides a secret garden. Martin Neruda Architektura designed the one-story building with a flat roof and an unassuming rectangular form, but wit...

A redesigned 1960s apartment in London. Dating back to the 1960s, this apartment in Oakhill, Hampstead, was completely redesigned by London-based architecture firm MWAI. The residence had outdated interiors and a divided layout, which the studio resolved by removing ...

A brutalist-style apartment softened with splashes of color. Located in the Riverside Tower building in Antwerp, Belgium, this duplex is the home of Bram Van Cauter of Studio Okami and his partner, art collector Doris Vanistendael. The 20-story brutalist-style building also houses the architecture firm’s office and Vani...

On the picturesque Furillen island on the coast of Gotland, Sweden you can discover an array of quirky structures. Among them, the old limestone factory building or various remnants of the island's past as a military base. This structure has been built in 1961, and though it may not seem likely now, its was used as a military garage. When bought by Lotta and Henrik Imberg, founders of Stockholm...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

An elegant and practical desk designed for home offices. Amsterdam-based designer Frederik Roijé creates furniture, lighting, and home accessories with a minimalist aesthetic and functional designs that also tell a story. For example, a bird feeder th...

[dropcap]A[/dropcap]s working from home has become the standard instead of the exception, creating a comfortable and practical workspace is incredibly important. A home office desk for modern living spaces should look beautiful but it should also offer the right blend of function and flexibility. After all, many pieces of furniture and home accessories are multi-functional, so why would a home ...

A sculptural design with different geometries highlighted with complementing materials and finishes. Completed by Spanish architecture and interior design firm Horma Studio, DM House in Puerto de Sagunto, Valencia is a creatively designed dwelling with a dynamic silhouette and a blend of a sinuous and angular forms. The ...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

An extension that takes inspiration from vernacular architecture and a desert landscape. An addition to an existing home, the Marfa Suite was designed by DUST, a collective of architects, designers, artists, craftspeople and builders who share the same passion for craft, materiality, and minimal design. The clients taske...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A house designed with varying ceiling heights and openings that optimize privacy and access to views. Built in the city of Nara, Japan, in a residential area surrounded by a forest and a pond, House in Kaerumataike features an ingenious design that optimizes the connection to nature.

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A guest house and new social space designed to blend into a coastal landscape. Named Sea House, this architectural project completed by Italian architecture firm Studio Bressan transformed an existing property with a new guest house and a second volume that now houses social areas. The location makes the most of the views on a ...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A minimalist house designed to bring more awareness to the act of inhabiting a space. Located in the city of Baie-D'Urfe, Canada, in an area with thick vegetation but meandering streets that expose more than one facade to the nearby road, the Norm house has a creative design that celebrates its context. Architecture practice Alain Carle Architecte renovated the existing single-family ...

The careful renovation and thoughtful transformation of a 19th-century brick cottage in a charming coastal village in Cornwall, UK. Built at the top of a slope that flows into a garden, this quaint cottage overlooks the charming village of Golant on the River Fowey, in Cornwall, UK. Edinburgh-based firm Architecture Office accepted the challenge of restoring the 19th-century

A Spectacular Design that Unites Intimacy and Grandeur, Celebrating Nature's Serenity and Beauty Michael Lumby Architecture and Nielsen Jenkins, have collaborated to design an architectural wonder in the Merricks Farmhouse. Situated on an impressive 50-acre property, the residence is a celebration of its environment, pro...

An eco-conscious family retreat built in a protected area of Hampshire, UK. Nestled in a rural hamlet, in a protected New Forest area of Hampshire, UK, the Clay Retreat is an eco-friendly, holiday house and future home designed for a London-based family with two children. The clients originally commissioned architecture...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

Two parking spaces, converted into conjoined but separate houses. Named Loft House x2, this ingenious garage conversion project completed by Brad Swartz Architects offers a blueprint for creating urban density in a more sustainable way. Located in Pyrmont, S...

Mixed-used spaces designed for a local creative community in East London. Located in Hackney, East London, UK, this former photography agent’s office was beautifully restored and transformed by architecture practice Trellik Design Studio. The firm’s founder, Jean Dumas, purchased the building in 2019 in order to create ...

A traditional brick house, redesigned with tranquil and minimalist interiors. Named Aristo House, this stone building that dates back to 1914 is located in a charming setting, on the slope of the Trigno Valley, Italy. The site, beautiful on its own, also offers access to gorgeous views of rolling hills, forests, and the ...

A compact, off-grid cabin built in a beautiful natural site in Italy. Founded in 2013 as a carpentry workshop, Llabb transformed over the years from a custom wood furniture studio into an architecture and design firm. The Genoa-based practice applies traditional woodworking techniques in architectural projects. The Hermitage Cabin project showcases this perfectly. Set on the edge of a...

A dark brick house designed with three glazed volumes that open to forest views. Located at the edge of a forest in southern Sweden, Villa Enestigen brings its inhabitants close to nature. Jakobsson Pusterla Architects, a Swedish studio with offices in Lund and Helsingborg, designed the

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

Redesigned and extended with care for its Victorian character, this London home features angular volumes finished in richly textured materials. London-based architecture and interior design studio ConForm has completely transformed a lower ground apartm...

Working from home has become more widespread over the past couple of years, yet not everyone has the opportunity to work in their ideal workspace. This selection of home office ideas aims to provide a series of tips and sources of inspiration to help you create your perfect office. From a home office with built in cabinets that save precious floor space in a compact apartment to a minimalist ho...

A modular office designed with multi-functional spaces. Designed by Italian designer Guglielmo Poletti for his own studio in Milan, this modular office impresses with its multi-functional, flexible and eco-friendly design. The first architectural scale project completed by the designer, the work space is a self-supporting struc...

The renovation and expansion of a heritage house in Melbourne. Named Central Park Road Residence II, this project led to the complete transformation of a heritage house’s interiors. Australian, Melbourne-based collective architecture and design firm studiofour also designed a contemporary

A duplex designed with warm materials and organic forms that reference a coastal landscape in Biarritz, France. Located in a 1930s building in Biarritz, France, this apartment overlooks a gorgeous landscape that includes a bay and a lighthouse. Paris-based architecture firm toledano + architects transformed the unit int...

An elegant and minimalist wood desk with a two-tier design that optimizes function. Following on the footsteps of the Shelter desk, João Teixeira’s new Loop Desk offers an elegant solution to create an office space at home. Similarly to the previous design, this desk is minimalist and sophisticated as well as slim and practical. The ...

A versatile design that celebrates aluminum and industrial production methods. Created by research-based design studio FormaFantasma for furniture, lighting and home accessories brand Hem, the T Shelf is a great example of contemporary Italian design. Si...

An award-winning office chair that is as elegant as it is comfortable. Marking the first collaboration between design practice Layer and leading office furniture brand Allsteel, O6 is an office chair that provides a balanced blend of function and comfort in a...