It’s time for another ‘best of’ round-up, and with so many people based at home at the moment, I thought it would be useful to dedicate this month’s edition to minimalist desks. In fact I’ve already had several Instagram messages asking me for recommendations!
This post was actually supposed to go live on Monday, but as most shops have temporarily closed their doors due to the current crisis, I’ve redone the selection so that it only includes options that can be ordered online. There are still plenty to choose from, though, and they’re all ideal for creating a calm, clutter-free environment that encourages productivity and creativity.
I shared my top tips for working from home last week and talked about the importance of having a dedicated space, but not everyone has a room that they can use as an office. So, alongside standalone desks in a variety of sizes, you’ll find wall-mounted versions that can be installed in the corner of a bedroom, living room, dining room or hallway. Some have drawers for hiding away stationery and paper; others are integrated into shelving units that you can stack with books, ceramics, artwork and storage baskets. There’s also a fold-down desk that will suit even the most compact of homes, plus one with a pin board for notes and inspiration. All were still available when I hit ‘publish’, but I know some are selling fast so you might want to order quickly if you see one you like. My own desk, pictured above, is from the Hairpin Leg Company and is currently sold out, but you can register for an email alert when it’s back in stock.
- Hübsch oak desk with magnetic pin board, £427, Smallable [AD – affiliate link]
- We Do Wood bamboo and brass wall-mounted ‘Loop’ desk (also available with black brackets), £241, Nunido.co.uk
- Bamboo and white-metal ‘LILLÅSEN’ desk, £99, IKEA
- Hartô oak-veneer and white-metal ‘Victor’ desk with drawers, upstand and cable slot (also available in grey metal), £590, Made in Design [AD – affiliate link]
- Oak and walnut wall-mounted ‘Jory’ desk, £249, MADE.com [AD – affiliate link]
- Skagerak oak ‘Georg’ desk (also available in a black stain), £525, Connox; drawer sold separately at £129
- AM.PM solid-oak ‘Nizou’ desk with drawers, £472.50, La Redoute [AD – affiliate link]
- HAY oak and white-lino ‘Copenhague CPH90’ desk (also available with grey or black lino), £569, Amara [AD – affiliate link]
- String Furniture oak and white-metal work station (also available with white or ash shelves, and with black brackets and walnut shelves), £425, Utility Design
- Bamboo and white-lacquer ‘Drew’ ladder desk, £150, Habitat [AD – affiliate link]
- Menu oak and steel wall-mounted ‘Rail’ desk (also available in a dark stain), £299.95, Connox
- Oak fold-down ‘Elori’ desk with storage band, £202.50, La Redoute [AD – affiliate link]
- Ash-veneer ‘LISABO’ desk with drawer, £129, IKEA
- Oak ‘Gideon’ desk with drawer, £399, MADE.com [AD – affiliate link]
- Oak-veneer and black-metal ‘Scout’ desk with drawer, £295, Habitat [AD – affiliate link]
Skagerak’s ‘Georg’ desk (shown here without the matching drawer), IKEA’s great-value ‘LISABO’ model and Menu’s versatile ‘Rail’ wall-mounted desk
In addition to the above, Bristol-based company HUSK, who made the cabinet fronts for our kitchen, has just started selling beautiful flat-pack desks. There’s a range of sizes to choose from, including some designed especially for kids, and they can be shipped anywhere in the UK within days. Prices range from £80 to £175 – find out more and order here.
Please note this post contains affiliate links (all clearly marked), which means I will receive a small commission on any resulting sales. You won’t pay any more by clicking on these links than you would by visiting the websites directly.
Top image by Abi Dare; all other images via the brands listed above
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