Humble Abode: Your Guide To The Perfect Office Desk

Josep Gutierrez

The best desk has a sense of practicality that can fit all your needs. From working at home to studying, and everything in-between, the perfect desk holds the power to be life changing, as it is at the core of any workspace.

However, with so many desks available, knowing what is best for your workspace can be difficult. Important things to consider are height, storage space, and materials. What is your desired height to fit your space? How many drawers are needed to organize stationery? Would a wood desk be best? Perhaps plastic? To help you find the perfect desk, here are some of the best desks for any office space.

IKEA

IKEA Micke Desk

The IKEA Micke Desk is ideal for an at-home work situation. While this desk is smaller in stature, the many compartments for storage space can transform your space. Adjustable shelves fill the top and side of this desk, making it perfect for storing any monitors or a printer you might need throughout the workday. This desk can also double as a great potential bookshelf, as the side panels act as bookends to keep everything in place.

The overall surface of this desk is made out of durable particleboard which rests on top of steel legs. A convenient drawer and cabinet sit to the left of this desk, allowing you to tuck away any extra supplies that may be cluttering up your space. A built-in cable outlet also keeps all your cords organized, and out of the way.

With a 4.6 out of 5-star rating, many customers alike agree that this desk is of amazing quality for the budget-friendly price. One reviewer noted that “My desk is awesome! The design is great, the material is very sturdy, and it looks amazing in my room. It fills all my stuff and more. It has a great design and I love the color.”

AllModern

AllModern Walnut Milo Solid Wood Writing Desk

The Milo Writing Desk is the perfect choice for the simplistic office. Attached to the main area of the desk are the two-tiered drawers to house any essentials, while an open cubby allows space for a computer. Atop of these compartments is a flat board that serves as a bookshelf, or a space to display art, allowing for a unique piece to add more pop to your place.

The walnut shade of this desk has a neutral, earthy tone that blends perfectly with any space. In fact, this desk is crafted with “eco-friendly, sustainably harvested mango wood that has been kiln dried.” Which displays the solid wood the entire desk is made out of. This material is also very durable, as the solid wood holds a guaranteed strength no matter what the task at hand.

Customers have given this desk a 5-star rating. Many commented about the beauty that is within this desk's “uncluttered silhouette” and the “excellent quality”. 

Restoration Hardware

Restoration Hardware French Contemporary Desk

If you are looking for a classic desk that has the most surface area, look no further than the French Contemporary Desk from Restoration Hardware. This subtle piece in the Brushed Brown Oak with Satin Brass will stand out in any office space.

Designed by the talented Dutch furniture designer Van Thiel, this wood desk has a rich grain and is “Handcrafted of kiln-dried solid American white oak with white oak veneers.”

In addition to its chic look, this piece has ample storage space with two soft-close drawers on both sides of the desk. Which creates the perfect space for stationery and other materials, while leaving the entire surface area for working. Perfect for multiple computer monitors, or a lot of documents.

The perfect desk can soon be yours forever, increasing your productivity and improving your living space.

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