12 Desks That Work Best for a Productive Home Office
From a classic IKEA number to a wood table from Sossego, there’s a hardworking desk to suit every style and budget.
From a classic IKEA number to a wood table from Sossego, there’s a hardworking desk to suit every style and budget.
In the new normal, setting up a home office is more important than ever. And while it may sound like a no-brainer, the key element of any comfortable and productive workspace is a desk. Settling on the right one, however, is no easy task. Fortunately, we’ve rounded up 12 picks—in a range of shapes and finishes—to make your search a little less daunting. Whether you’re looking to fill a studio corner or outfit a spacious study, the desks below are sure to elevate your live/work situation.
Blu Dot Stash Desk
Radius edges and wood couple in the elemental Stash Desk by Blu Dot. The handy pencil drawer keeps it tidy and can be assembled to either the left or right side. Available in select finishes. Photo Courtesy of Blu Dot
Sossego Amsterdam Table
The Netherlands city steeped in rich architectural history is famous for the luxurious gabled brick buildings lining her crisscrossing canals. Dating from 1306, through the Dutch Golden Age, and into the 21st century, the capital city of Amsterdam is a living gallery of modern mixed with Renaissance and the baroque. Italian, Roman, Dutch functionalist, traditionalist, it’s all there. With a nod to this great city, the Amsterdam table offers clean lines with geometric angles cut into its base and legs. Modern table by Aristeu Pires made of Brazilian wood. Tops available in wood, glass, or Corian ®.
Magis Tavolo XZ3 Rectangular Table
Modern glam with geometric brilliance. This Magis Tavolo XZ3 Rectangular Table will be a spotlight stealer in any decor. It is designed with a rectangular tabletop made from MDF with polymer cover for strength and durability. The base flaunts slender steel rods set in intersecting design to create interesting patterns. Made in Italy, this dining table is shaped by taking notes from the timeless Italian architecture that is combined with contemporary elements to suit the current trend. Founded in 1976 by a newcomer to the Italian furniture business (Eugenio Peruzzi), Magis today continues to give modern furniture design a novel twist. Magis embraces the creativity of leading global designers (Richard Sapper, Jasper Morrison, Konstantin Grcic, Ron Arad and many others) and incorporates sophisticated technology and materials into every chair, table and design accessory they make.
IKEA MICKE Desk
A clean and simple look that fits just about anywhere. You can combine it with other desks or drawer units in the MICKE series to extend your work space. The clever design at the back hides messy cables. Photo courtesy of IKEA
Hartô Hyppolite Desk, Oak
Hartô's Hyppolite is a mid-century inspired but still modern secretary desk designed by Florence Watine. An attractive combination of oak veneered top and metal legs, Hyppolite's sleek design doesn't take much space in the room but still gives you plenty of space for work. The three compartments and three drawers allow you to organize all your papers and office supplies and work on a clean desk. Hyppolite has been manufactured in Europe. Photo Courtesy of Finnish Design Shop
Moooi Container Table
Just try to contain your excitement. The Moooi Container Table Round features a durable four foot round top mounted onto a flared foot. This foot is hollow, designed by Marcel Wanders to be filled with sand or water as needed for added stability. Create a cohesive Container collection with matching Container Stools. Photo Courtesy of Lumens
Queer Eye Copley Writing Desk
Just because we gotta work, doesn’t mean we can’t do it from the comfort of our own home! With the gorgeous Queer Eye Copley Writing Desk, you can earn that money in your fab home office! With the open shelving and drawer, you can keep your extra office supplies and papers off of your workspace. With less clutter comes more zen so you can kick up that productivity! The black oak woodgrain finish on the laminated MDF and particleboard will look gorgeous with the light gray woodgrain look of the drawer front! Pair the desk with the rest of the Copley collection for a coordinated and fierce look for your entire room!
Magis Déjà-Vu Oval Table
Lightweight table constructed using simple materials. Elegantly crafted, the Magis Deja-vu Oval Table is a splendid addition to your dining ensemble. Made in collaboration with designer Naoto Fukasawa it features a simple oval top complemented by angled legs. The top is made of medium-density MDF, while the legs and frame are made using extruded aluminum done in a polished finish. Paired with dining chairs from the Deja-vu collection, this table completes your dining area effortlessly. Founded in 1976 by a newcomer to the Italian furniture business (Eugenio Peruzzi), Magis today continues to give modern furniture design a novel twist. Magis embraces the creativity of leading global designers (Richard Sapper, Jasper Morrison, Konstantin Grcic, Ron Arad and many others) and incorporates sophisticated technology and materials into every chair, table and design accessory they make. Photo Courtesy of Magis
Ben Soleimani Linden Desk
Our transitional Linden Desk features a finger-pull drawer, parchment with a matte lacquer finish, and modern blackened steel u-shaped legs. This desk allows you to seamlessly create a workspace in any room. Photo Courtesy of Ben Soleimani
Dims. Eave Table
Sleek and sophisticated, Eave is an all-purpose table featuring subtle moments of unexpected beauty. Seats four easily (six if you're chums).
Jens Risom Desk
Running into legendary designer Jens Risom in the halls at DWR headquarters was one of the many pleasures of working here. We took great pride in collaborating with him to bring the Risom Desk (2012) – "the little one," as he called it – back into production in North America. Originally designed in 1968 for his own home in New Canaan, Conn., this small-space solution "is really a writing surface," said Risom. "Let’s just call it a ‘desk’ in quotations." Crafted of solid American walnut or oak and rich black or chocolate leather, "it’s a handsome piece of decoration at which you sit, at which you study, at which you read books… if people do that anymore." The drawer interior has a removable solid wooden tray for desk supplies. Ships fully assembled. Made in U.S.A. Photo Courtesy of Design Within Reach
Magis Baguette Table
Brothers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec founded their own design firm in 1999, where they work on everything from architectural projects to small utilitarian items such as furniture, tableware and home accessories. The brothers are primarily focused on and dedicated to the organization of interior spaces, and believe that "a designer should be able to observe and to understand the context," says Ronan. Even the name of their Baguette Table (2011) is in keeping with this approach as it refers to the original usage of the word "baguette," meaning wand or baton, as in baguette magique (magic wand). Giving the illusion of floating in space, the hefty tabletop is supported by a sleek base that’s "made from the least amount of aluminum possible," says Erwan. The 33" depth of this table makes it suitable for workspace or dining room. Made in Italy.
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