The 12 Best Desks for Every Home Office Style
Whether you work from home or simply need a place to catch up on emails, a desk is a functional piece of furniture you can rely on. From paying bills to scheduling your week ahead, a desk can keep you organized and increase your productivity—not to mention, it's a piece of furniture that can really add to your home's decor.
To find the best desks, we compared various options while considering factors like size, shape, material, and storage capacity. We also consulted Jon de la Cruz, founder of the design company DLC-ID, for his expert tips on finding the right desk for your space.
“The winning desk material combo for me is a clear, natural wood stain with a generous leather blotter that doubles as a writing pad AND mousepad," says de la Cruz. While that style might not be for everyone, the sentiment is universal: You want a desk that's made from durable materials, looks great, and comes with features that are suited to your specific needs.
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$220
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The deep side drawers give you lots of storage space, while mid-century-inspired details add personality.
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You can’t move around as much underneath the desk due to its side drawers.
The West Elm Mid-Century Desk is the perfect blend of style and functionality, with funky tapered legs, a 52-inch desktop, and a solid wood frame that creates a sturdy and spacious area to spread out your work essentials and get things done.
In terms of storage, this desk has two side drawers that are 18 inches deep to keep all your necessities and a shallow center drawer for pens and notebooks. The front drawers have beveled edges, which add to its mid-century charm. Plus, with its depth of 24 inches, this desk offers plenty of room for a monitor, keyboard, and decor.
Made from Fair Trade and FSC-Certified wood, this pick is as sustainable as it is durable, so while it’s on the more expensive side of this list, it will last for a while. West Elm also offers swatches of all four wood finishes, so you can decide which will look best in your space before purchasing. Assembly is required, but West Elm also has a white glove delivery service if you want to skip the hassle of putting it together.
Dimensions: 52 x 24 x 30 inches | Material: Wood | Shape: Rectangular
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It's available in three different widths, making it suitable for rooms of all sizes.
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It's not very stylish.
This simple, affordable desk gives you the opportunity to customize it to your needs and space. It comes in three widths—32, 40, and 47 inches—so you can choose which size fits your room best, plus it's available in black, white, and wood finishes. The adjustable feet allow you to tweak the height and provide more stability, while the no-frills design gives you endless options to add storage with bins, baskets, and clip-on drawers.
The frame of this desk has a diagonal steel brace for added stability, giving it a sleek look that won't overwhelm your space. The desktop is a standard rectangle, so you can push it against a wall or tuck it into a corner to take up less room.
The main downside is that it's made out of particle board, which isn't the most durable material. That said, we still think it's ideal for people shopping on a budget. Plus, since it has a depth of 24 inches, it won't stick out too far while propped against your wall, making it a good choice for small apartments (depending on the size you choose).
Dimensions: 32 x 16 x 29 inches, 40 x 19 x 29 inches, 47 x 19 x 29 inches | Material: Steel, particle board | Shape: Rectangular
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