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“Colors, textures, lighting, and accessories were all added to marry these two worlds.”
Personally, I love that the desk has storage on both sides, adding function and visual interest.

Kathy Kuo Home
Michelle Berwick Design decorated this space with neutral tones and an abstract wallpaper mural that adds interest without distracting.
That meant including a desk, complete with drawers and trays for organization, in the sunniest spot.
I selected leather armchairs and a leather desk to anchor this handsome study.

Urbanology Designs/Matti Gresham Photography
Style Books Backwards
It doesn’t get much cozier than this loft.
The sisal floor covering and velvet upholstery add to the heavier, moodier feeling too.
This space combines fresh green paint on the built-ins with pink chairs andceiling wallpaperfor a vibrant ambiance.

Design byBria Hammel Interiors/Spacecrafting Photography
Put a Bookshelf to Work
Never underestimate thepower of a bookshelffor storing essentials and displaying decor.
“We intentionally created an asymmetrical design to bring something unexpected to this space,” says Curtis.
“The white walls with a mix of organic wood tones feels elevated yet inviting.”

Design byCurated Nest Interiors/Kyle J Caldwell Photography
Elle Du Monde flanked the work station with built-in bookshelves and topped with a pair of sconces.
This study room by Room With a View Interiors features wall-to-wall-to-wall built-in cabinets for serious storage and distraction-free studying.
Elle Du Monde placed chairs on both sides to create a comfortable shared workspace.

Michelle Berwick Design
Style the Built-Ins
Vernich Interiors
For a cohesive look on bookshelves, choose a monochromatic theme.
Michelle Berwick Design positioned a built-in work station beneath a basement window to take advantage of natural light.
Design a Corner Layout
Kate Marker Interiors
Maximize space with a corner workspace.

Kathy Kuo Home
How can I design a positive study room?
Add personal touches like artwork or inspirational objects that will motivate you to do your best work.
What are the best colors to use for study rooms?

Shannon Crain Design/ Rachel Alyse Photography
Many find that neutral color palettes encourage focus by limiting distractions.

Design byHub of the House Studio/Meghan bob Photography

Urbanology Designs/Matti Gresham Photography

Caroline Brackett Studio of Design/Dustin Peck Photography

Margaret Wright Interior & Lifestyle Photographer

Urbanology Designs/Matti Gresham Photography

Urbanology Designs/Matti Gresham Photography

Design byKoukla Collective/ Rachel Alyse Photography

Urbanology Designs/Matti Gresham Photography

Design byBrooklinteriors/ Photo bySeth Caplan

Well Designed Interiors/ Photo byPatricia Burke

Design byBrooklinteriors/ Photo bySean Litchfield

Design byElle Du Monde/ Photo byMarc Mauldin

Design byTartan & Toile/ Photo byLaurey Glenn

Marian Louise Design/ Photo byKerry Kirk

Design byRoom With a View Interiors/ Photography byPolina Pigulevsky

Design byBrooklinteriors/ Photo bySean Litchfield

Design byElle Du Monde/ Photo byMarc Mauldin

Vernich Interiors

Desiree Burns Interiors

Michelle Berwick Design

Kate Marker Interiors