How to Furnish a Swish Executive Study at Home

Build a home office for the job you want with these stylish staples

Create the home office you’ve always wanted with essential pieces that blend style and practicality. The right furniture and accessories can make all the difference, turning your workspace into a place that’s both comfortable and inspiring. When your surroundings reflect your personal taste and support your daily tasks, it’s easier to stay motivated and enjoy the space you work in.

Boom by Tom Dixon

An elevated take on the traditional drafting lamp, this solid aluminum desk mate is perfect for the established architect who’s just made partner. Three circular joints on the stick-thin arms allow the bulb to be tipped and tilted while adding geometric flair. Also available in a brushed aluminum finish. $400, at Klaus

Palette by &Tradition

Jaime Hayon envisioned this desk for multi-taskers who are always balancing a range of projects. Suspended on a stainless-steel frame, its two surfaces keep paperwork separated while evoking the kinetic energy of an Alexander Calder mobile. It’s paired here with Hayon’s sinuous Catch chair in purple wool-blend upholstery with black oak legs. $3795 for desk; $1685 for chair, at Mjölk

Circle No. 3 by Rug Star

Rep your love of the ultimate productivity booster – java – with this Bauhaus-esque area rug’s coffee bean-like shapes. Hand-knotted in Nepal, the 1.8-by-2.4-metre Tibetan wool and silk carpet is not only soft enough to nap on when your caffeine-high crashes, but also adds a stylish, cozy touch to any home office or living space. $7950, at Weavers Art

Compile by Muuto

Available in black, grey, or white, this minimalist powder-coated steel storage system is an essential addition to any home office. With super-thin shelves and barely-there supporting tubes, it complements the natural beauty of an industrial space. Customize the number and spacing of ledges to suit your book and trophy collections. Call for pricing, at Torp Inc.