Is your home office in need of a timeless upgrade? One of our clients recently transformed their workspace into a classic home office with our expert design services. Explore how they achieved a perfect blend of elegance and functionality, creating an inspiring environment for productivity.
The Challenge: Classic Home Office Design
The client sought Decorilla’s expertise to transform his home office, aiming for a chic classic design. Overwhelmed by dark, red wood and an unsightly green fireplace stone, they yearned for a harmonious space. Key pieces like the desk, desk chair, and lounge chair were to remain, with openness to new wall treatments and possibly new flooring. They also sought a designer to help:
- Lighten the room’s overall tone
- Select suitable wallpaper for cabinetry and walls
- Replace the green stone around the fireplace
- Aesthetically integrate the safe cabinet
- Preserve and enhance existing furniture
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Design Inspiration: Classic Office Decor
The client found his home office inspiration while leafing through magazines and visiting showrooms filled with timeless elegance. The allure of classic home office designs with their refined aesthetics completely drew them in. Spaces where mahogany desks stood as pillars of productivity, surrounded by tasteful neutral tones, exuded the exact flair they sought to incorporate into their own space.
Moreover, the client was captivated by the seamless blend of form and function in these designs. Classic office furniture, with its combination of beauty and practicality, offered a perfect solution to his current setup’s shortcomings. Every piece had its place in the inspiration rooms, contributing to a clutter-free and efficient workspace.
Initial Concepts: Finding the Right Designer
Following the client’s inputs, the Decorilla team identified two accomplished online interior designers for the project. Casey H. and Paula D. each boasted a distinguished, expert portfolio.
Paula’s design emphasized subtle elegance, focusing on texture contrasts and a serene, luxurious ambiance. Her moodboard reflected a classic home office with refined, understated elements.
In contrast, Casey’s proposal seamlessly integrated comfort and style, staying true to the client’s vision while infusing it with fresh, eclectic touches. Her moodboard also showcased an array of classic office decor and smart layouts that promised both vibrancy and intimacy.
Ultimately, the client was captivated by Casey H.’s design. Their initial feedback echoed the satisfaction: “This is stunning, and it feels like you truly grasp my vision for the space. The idea of tiling behind the safe cabinet is brilliant. Thank you for such a thoughtful and beautiful proposal!”
Results Revealed: Classic Home Office with a Lounge
In transforming the client’s classic home office, Casey masterfully balanced timeless elegance with contemporary updates. The coffered ceiling, now stained in a cooler medium oak, sets a refined tone, complemented by the built-ins and trim painted a striking muted green. The saturated color contrasts beautifully with the red undertones of the wooden floor. Or, to describe it in the client’s words, “That green is stunning and the room looks beautiful!”
Comparing the old and new spaces, the differences are striking. The original room was dominated by heavy, dark wood and an overwhelming sense of clutter, now exchanged for spaciousness and light. The hated fireplace surround is replaced by a Zellige tile, bringing a fresh, luminous focal point to the room. In addition, the built-ins create a bold yet harmonious backdrop, allowing other rich textures and colors to shine.
Blending Function with Style
The transformation has not only updated the room’s aesthetic but also improved its functional aspects, with a cleaner, more organized layout. In a thoughtful nod to practicality, Casey suggested tiling the wall behind the safe cabinet and adding floating shelves and a countertop to create a versatile dry bar or coffee station. This clever addition conveyed both utility and style, making the office a more inviting, multifunctional space.
The removal of the old green stone around the fireplace and its replacement with bright, clean tiles has turned this point into a stylish feature that brightens the entire room. Additionally, strategic furniture placement, such as the cozy lounge chair in front of it, maximizes both seating options and the home office’s flexibility.
Classic office furniture and decor complement each other and add a touch of personalized flair, elevating the room’s character. The contrasts in patterns, textures, and wall treatment create a dynamic visual interest, setting the space apart. Grounding the design, the neutral area rug ties together the various elements, while the existing pieces come together in a styled vignette above the lounge.
Design Details: Sourcing the Perfect Pieces
In crafting this classic home office, Casey approached the redesign with a keen eye for detail, ensuring every element aligned with the client’s vision. The success level was evident in their enthusiastic feedback. The client was particularly pleased with the overall aesthetic transformation, expressing satisfaction by stating, “This looks amazing! Thank you so much for the great work!”
Leveraging Decorilla’s exclusive trade discounts, Casey was able to balance elegance and cost. Realistic 3D visualizations helped the client see and feel the space before committing, while her professional tips ensured a flawless practical application of the classic home office design.
Get the Look: Classic Home Office Furniture Picks
Proper classic office furniture and decor selection is crucial if you wish to achieve a stately, timeless flair. Here are our top designer recommendations that blend style with practicality.
- Area Rug
- Leather Sofa
- Traditional Desk
- Task Lamp
- Executive Chair
- Sideboard
- Wall Art
- Decorative Bowls
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