In the recent past, many households have prioritized the home office, converting odd spaces into something semi-quiet and functional enough to work in. A great example? The closet-sized office designed by Ellen Hamilton as part of a 1970s beach cottage renovation in Chilmark, Massachusetts. An entry hall gives way to a clean, Scandinavian-style office through a sliding barn door. To adopt and adapt the look to your own space, we’ve listed the key elements of Hamilton’s design from paint to shelving and classic furniture.

Paint & Flooring


Lighting


Furniture





For more home office spaces see our posts:
- For Your Inspiration: 19 Home Offices We Love, Remote Work Edition
- Steal This Look: A Minimalist Home Office in Manhattan, Gilded Edition
- 3 Ways to Create a Home Office Anywhere (And Put It Away at the End of the Day)
- The Niche Workspace: 15 Favorites from the Remodelista Archives
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