Unique finds in your own backyard...

http://www.1stdibs.com/locations/los-angeles-california/furniture/

As they say at:

http://surroundingsathome.ca/

"Do the planet a favour: Buy vintage and antique furniture."

BTW this isn't a foot stool, it's 5 feet long (though only one foot as you see here!) It's at 1stdibs LA...

Add in some leather chairs, a tv on the wall, some pictures, computer of course, file cabinet

You need to change the lighting and add more light to your space. It would look nice if you add wood to your space. Possibly a rich colored wide plank engineered floor, and matching office furniture. Maybe a couple midcentury statues. Add some black and yellow color as a feature. You could also change the ceiling tiles to ceiling tiles with a different design or paint color... Take a look at our website for some design ideas www.goldconconstruction.ca Good luck!

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Hi, Maybe this could be interesting:

WALLS: Wallpaper the walls with subtle stripe wallpaper - hang the stripes horizontally.

SHELVES/STORAGE: Across the entire right wall, hang classic Swedish string shelves (designed by Nisse Strinning 1949) (shelves should be in wood) http://www.string.se/imagebank/highres/STRING-014326.jpg

Add mid-century knick-knacks (with similar theme – cats for example) among whatever needs to go on the shelves, books office stuff etc.

DESK: Turn the desk so that you sit with your back towards the shelves. If possible switch out the desk for a mid-cent type in similar wood as the shelves and the chair to something like Arne Jacobsen’s “Seven” 1955. This is my favorite but it could be a bit uncomfortable since it isn’t very cushy but there are plenty of chairs out there to choose from. There were some very nice desks in some of the other comments.

BAR: Place a small bar to the left against the left wall (close to the viewer of the picture). Example. http://www.lauritz.com/sv/auktion/kurt-oestervig-1912-1986-barskaap-palisander/i2414143/?ReturnUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lauritz.com%2FItemList%2FItemList.aspx%3FLanguageId%3D3%232414143EndTagRU

LOUNGE AREA: A lounge area in the far corner of the left wall (near the door) with furniture, either by Arne Jacobsen – the swan couch and chairs/swan egg combo: https://www.google.com/search?q=arne+jacobsen+swan+chair&client=safari&rls=en&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=itRLU8KyJNHIsASex4CACA&ved=0CEUQsAQ&biw=1264&bih=759
or something by Peter Hvidt (this example designed 1957 and is too big for the space but to get an idea of the style follow this link: http://www.lauritz.com/sv/auktion/peter-hvidt-orla-moelgaard-soffgrupp-minerva-3/i2595500/
Nice with some chairs that can easily be moved over to the desk if you would need to talk to someone like that.

LIGHTING: (Poul Henningsen – best! PH 4/3 on the desk and a floor lamp from the same series by the lounge area. http://www.louispoulsen.com/usa/products/indoor/table/ph-43-table.aspx

ART: Add some beautiful artwork on the wall opposite the shelves by a contemporary artist like Klari Reiss: http://www.klarireis.com (Street anatomy series) or David Korty (his LA scenes)

PLANTS: Don’t forget plants

GOOD LUCK and post the results :)

Does it count as mid-century if you take the front end of mid-century vehicle and turn it into your desk?

Mid-century: Think low profile, angular, minimalist. Think Mad Men set. See attached image. Simple desk. A sitting area is a must. Look at the awesome, comfy desk chair. Drum lampshades. Almost a Japanese sensibility.

Why have an office? That is like... last century. If you really need to spend the cash on decorating an unused space, just get a coffee maker of your choice and set it on a two drawer file cabinet. All the best.

Keep the white walls. Besides being a midcentury touch, it looks like a small space and an airy feel would be good. Buy a beautiful vintage Danish teak desk and place a Louis Poulsen lamp on it (Paul Henningsen.) If you can find a vintage teak wall unit, that would be a classy touch. Alternately, you could get a Gus Wilson cabinet which is modern and immensely cool. (It's not midcentury but blends well with especially if you like modern mixed with midcentury.)
An Eames lounge chair with a cool side table would be great ... A womb chair in a masculine dark grey fabric would make a wow statement.
A "bullet" planter would look nice in a corner of the room.
Not sure if you're going to include some glasses/barware but Iittala's Ultima Thule or Tapio are classic designs that would fit the look.
Art work is very personal, but something with a punch of colour (even a framed poster) would be great.
Good luck with your project! What fun!!

put wall paper on the left white wall and move the desl to that wall. you need to change the
lightong. put coustom modern wall cabinet on the right wall with the flat TV on the center. onr plant on the left side the desk. One modern sofa and coffe talbe at the end of the room next to the windows. You need to add some sccessories, and some arts on the wall and on the coffe table. also area rug.

Mr. Kutcher,
My first step will be to ask how you plan to use this space? Private reflection? Meetings? Writing? The solutions will emerge naturally from your answers to these and other related questions. Once the purposes are supported, then we can explore the more emotional aspects of decoration. You have to see yourself working in this space and enjoying a psychological comfort that will support the work you will be doing. Make sense?
David@Woodleys

I would start with one piece, to start the story. Use something like one of these as a jump off point, and then art, rugs. Maybe a funky lucite desk. Comfy chairs with a classic teak, leather combo. Coolio wallpaper perhaps, certainly some colour pop somewhere. Enjoy! So fun!
Nicole Coulter

http://houzz.com/photos/9161294

Art and a bar, as seen here!

Might want to have space for a crib.

Office with concrete stained floors and Danish modern cabinetry.
Navajo area rug.

definitely need some barcelona chairs for this space!

Ashton, it's been days and I haven't heard a word from you and don't see that you are responding to any Houzzer's beautiful ideals. This is fun, but still work and time consuming. Show some love!!!!!

Ashton, I prefer to collaborate in person but I'm thinking you should spice it up with a little funk...

We have been interested in doing a project with a living wall. Maybe it's something you could try out!

Well, I do believe everyone's been punk'd! I just wanted to comment though how wonderful it has been to have this forum to hear all the wonderful ideas submitted - if Ashton doesn't appreciate it, that's ok, I certainly have been inspired :)

Why don't you just hire a designer? You can afford it :). I'm available.

I am in the process of remodeling my home office as well...it is quite a task! Here are some midcentury/eclectic ideas that might work well for your space. Hope they help!

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How would you feel about a modern credenza or a whole custom look?

How about a cool airplane inspired desk! And a burnt orange super groovy sofa.

Btw, you don't need ideas. You need someone that can conceptualize, design and implement a cohesive plan that you love.
I'm interested in being that someone!

Ok so deciding on ultimate use for space is empirical, but taking the idea of mid century modern and adding a eclectic twist...how about using a wall of glass and use as water art as shown in first picture, offsetting nature with an electric blue decor integrating lacquered walls and lacquered furniture creating texture in same shade blue. Throw in a few lighting ideas such as these, creating a ultra modern mid century space utilizing both natural and processed elements. Add in a media wall- imagine a giant touch screen iPhone wall to share/work on projects. An artwork piece such as this Chris Bacey Thrills to bring mid century moden will add inspiration. Some of these chairs.

Ever though of using contemporary with african touch, Just something that will screem cool,calm (soothing!), dashed with a bit of Pasty white. Both combination brings ancient to life with a bit of thrill, that way you won't feel left behind . T.Mosarwa

Thank you!!! :)

What a great space...I've always loved those fish bowl offices, however - they offer no privacy when needed. I would definitely recommend installing draperies, which will add texture to the space. Given the size of the space, you could fill it up with club chairs, sofa, bookshelves, a credenza and I would also recommend another desk/table that serves for more collaborative thought!

If you need help pulling it all together, try JH Online ( www.jh-online.com) a division of Jamie Herzilnger Interiors

Dude! I create photo-realistic 3D Visuals!! They're the bomb! Gimme those dimensions and I'll whip something up that'll inspire and delight :) The attached image ISN'T real. Cool, huh?

Add some great art to your room! I offer both prints on stretched canvas and original paintings. Check out my Houzz page for more information on both! Or feel free to email me with questions lindsaycowlesfineart@gmail.com. Prints are available through http://lindsaycowlesfineart.bigcartel.com and originals can be viewed on http://lindsaycowlesart.blogspot.com.

for your desk~ made in LA

guest chairs~ made in LA

for deep thoughts~ yes, made in LA

martini bar~ because, why shouldn't an office have one?

curved sofa

cool ottoman with solid brass legs, made by us, in LA

I don't believe the real A C is a iMid-Century kinda guy. It's so last century.

Turn your table to a opposite wall, hung a big statement art piece, new desk and chairs, I would do Room & Board for the furniture, affordable and cute! And in front of the desk, nice green mid-century sofa with a glass coffee table. Please, post the pic!

Think about how you want to use the room, what items will you need to make this functionality happen? Trust your gut, choose what makes you happy.

Good Luck Ladies and Gentlemen

I think the Strip desk in ebony from Bryght would be a great place to start the revamping of your new office. The Strip desk affords style and function to your office. Beautiful tapered legs lend a mid century modern appeal to this piece. Hope this inspires you!

http://www.bryght.com/product/758/strip-ebony-desk

To start -- a stylish, expansive, power desk. And on the other side for the client -- two laid back Featherston Contour chairs.

Christi, on behalf of Thos. Baker

For the guy behind the desk.

Christi, on behalf of Thos. Baker

It's the little accents that make the space. We have plenty of rocks for you to toss around!

Nothing screams mid century and eclectic than our authentic museum street banners. We at BetterWall represent 30+ major art museums (including LACMA and SFMOMA), selling their authentic street banners to people to put in their homes and offices as spectacular wall art. As unique objects produced in limited editions, the banners embody great art, great museums, and contemporary advertising trends.

Here are a few examples at www.betterwall.com.
Robert Bechtle: http://www.betterwall.com/banner/bechtle.html
Chuck Close: http://www.betterwall.com/banner/chuck-close-self-portraits.html
Victor Moscoso: http://www.betterwall.com/banner/victor-moscoso-psychedelic-experience.html

"Down With Love" inspiration - dark and light options.

So like, what came of this space dude? Heh