Neutral Arched Bookshelf Home Office Design

This post is all about my home office design.

When I started planning this home office, I knew I wanted something that felt more like a cozy little nook than a stiff, sterile workspace.

I built the whole thing around that gorgeous arched bookshelf because it’s absolutely the star of the show. From there, I paired it with a statement executive desk and soft neutral textiles.

I’ve linked everything you see in the design below so you can shop the look and bring it to life in your own home. The furniture and decor pieces are from Wayfair, and I’ve also paired four Benjamin Moore paint colors that work beautifully with this room — scroll down to the bottom to see the design with each color on the walls!

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This arched built-in is hands down my favorite piece in the whole room — the curved tops instantly make it feel custom and special. It gives me tons of storage for books and decor while still feeling light instead of bulky.

This chair might be my favorite functional piece in the whole room because it’s actually comfortable to sit in all day. The rounded shape and soft texture make it feel more like furniture than “office equipment.”

This desk is the true workhorse of the room, and I love the warm tone it brings in. It’s simple and streamlined so it doesn’t fight with the more detailed bookshelf behind it.

This little greenery accent softens up the desk styling and adds life to the space. It’s such an easy, low-maintenance way to make a desk feel finished.

These flowy sheer curtains soften up the whole window wall and let in the prettiest natural light.

This rug is doing so much of the textural work in this room with its unique pattern. It grounds the whole space and adds warmth to the room.

This lamp casts such a warm, ambient glow for late-afternoon work sessions. The lamp base is textured and gives a bit of a modern organic look.

It’s crazy how useful a simple, cute pencil holder can be on the desk.

I added this oversized boucle chair as a little reading nook away from the desk. It’s the coziest spot in the whole office and great if you have people (or kids) stopping by while you work.

This chunky throw is a must-have for the office. I don’t know about you, but I always get cold while I’m working.

Paint Color Matches

Choosing a paint color can be one of the most challenging aspects of designing a room. Here are four Benjamin Moore paint color options to give you an idea of how the room could look with different wall colors.

Conclusion

I love how this home office turned out — it’s proof that a workspace can be soft and cozy without sacrificing functionality.

If you’re planning your own office design, I hope this gives you a little inspiration to lean into warmth and texture instead of playing it too safe.

I hope these mood boards helped inspire your decorating journey and that you found something that will work well in your home. Be sure to check out my other mood boards or submit a custom room design request form!

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