Desk: photos, views, materials, design, color, shape, location in the room

Design tips for choosing a table

General recommendations:

• When choosing, first of all, they are guided by the requirements and age of the one who will use this structure, for example, if larger-scale work is expected, then wide and roomy countertops should be preferred.
• For small rooms that require the organization of additional storage space, models equipped with numerous drawers, shelves and more are suitable.
• You should also take into account the interior features and the size of the room, for example, it is not advisable to place too bulky writing products in a small room.

Types of desks

There are several varieties.

Suspension

These models have practically no flaws and always become a worthy solution, for example, for a small room in a one-room apartment.

Built in furniture

A writing desk built into a spacious wardrobe allows you to eliminate the purchase of unnecessary furniture and save space. The design, combined with the bed, is particularly comfortable and provides two functional areas for work and sleep.

In the photo there is a small writing table built into a wooden cabinet in the interior of the nursery.

Window sill table

Makes the area near the window a real full-fledged workplace with natural light.

Retractable

Due to such a modern design solution, it turns out to optimize the internal space and get rid of the problem of lack of space in the room.

Transformer

It can differ in a wide variety of design options and be equipped with different parts, which, when assembled, give the transforming table a compact look, and when disassembled, increase it several times.

Varieties of materials

Models for writing are made from a wide variety of materials:

• Glass. It has a light and airy design and does not visually burden the space. For countertops, tempered glass with a special film is most often chosen.
• Wood. Constructions made of natural solid cherry, beech, pine, oak or walnut are environmentally friendly, durable and refined. Also, more simplified materials are used for manufacturing, for example, laminated plywood, chipboard, MDF or veneer.
• Metal. These durable and reliable iron products will last a long time, while maintaining a presentable look and giving the atmosphere a metallic sheen.
• Plastic. The model made of matte or glossy plastic is very lightweight, practical and has a variety of colors.
• Combined. By combining different materials, you can create desks with a beautiful decorative look.

In the photo, a white plastic writing table in the interior of a nursery for a girl.

Table design options

Most popular design options.

With drawers

It will be an excellent solution for decorating a nursery for a schoolchild's child, a student's room or a home office. Thanks to the drawers, it turns out to keep close at hand the things and objects most necessary for work.

With shelves

Wall shelves are a fairly lightweight, non-burdening structure, which can have absolutely any location and quantity.

For two children

The elongated two-seater model with the same type of working areas, supplemented by elements in the form of drawers or shelves, makes it possible to combine the desk and the area with a computer and is very convenient, for example, for twins.

With a pencil case

Due to the pencil case with drawers and shelves, it turns out, not only to create additional storage space, but also to significantly expand the functionality of this piece of furniture.

With superstructure

Convenient and compact superstructure with built-in small shelves, allows you to give the structure a more sophisticated design and provide space for the necessary accessories or books.

In the photo there is a nursery with a small writing table equipped with a superstructure.

Antique

Due to the aging effect, the products acquire an antique look that carries the spirit of the historical era and attracts with its reliability and warmth.

With a bedside table

The curbstone is considered a very convenient furniture addition, which is perfect for storing papers, books or office supplies. Also, bedside tables can be equipped with lockable compartments or even a mini-safe.

With cloth

The cloth surface is pleasant to the touch, differs in different colors, such as blue, burgundy, dark green or marsh, and goes well with the table top made of expensive wood.

With leather top

For decoration, both natural leather and its artificial counterparts are used. The table top with a leather insert becomes an outstanding interior accent and lends the atmosphere a special sophistication.

Forged

It can have a wide variety of shapes and combinations, striking in its uniqueness and originality.

In the photo, a rectangular writing table with a wooden base and a forged metal frame.

From the slab

It is a solid work surface, gives the room a natural woody smell and is especially relevant and ideal for connoisseurs of eco-design.

Backlit

Neon or pink, purple, lilac, blue, blue or other LED decorative lighting, in the design of countertops or shelves, will give the design visual lightness and focus on itself.

With patina

Slight abrasions add some charm, warmth and charm to the product.

What color are they?

The most common color scheme for writing models.

White

It endows the interior with novelty, light and lightness, harmoniously combines other shades in the room and further emphasizes bright decorative details.

Brown

Traditional and modern brown shades, regardless of the material, always have a very elegant appearance.

Wenge

Due to its brevity, noble texture and exquisite beauty, dark wenge undoubtedly attracts the main attention.

Beige

It is an excellent base for any interior solution and at the same time adds rigor and tenderness to the design.

In the photo there is a beige desk in the interior of the nursery for a girl.

The black

It is a rather expressive, stylish, rich and slightly brutal color that forms an official style.

Grey

Discreet and elegant gray or white-gray have an amazing ability to soften interior spaces.

Pictured is a gray writing desk with drawers in a Scandinavian-style interior.

Light green

It will add bright and positive notes to the room and give only positive emotions.

Red

Deep and noble shades of red will favorably emphasize furniture forms and create the necessary accent in the room.

Room layout ideas

The most winning and correct placement options.

Near the window

This arrangement, not only provides a sufficient amount of natural light, but is also a good solution for the most rational use of the usable area.

In the corner

The L-shaped design, located in the corner, allows you to significantly increase the workplace, while not cluttering the space.

In the photo there is a white writing desk, located in the corner in the nursery for a girl.

Along the wall

This option is considered more appropriate and profitable for a room that has a rectangular or elongated shape.

In the bay window

This ledge will perfectly fit a large, small model or countertops, which are fully combined with the curvature of the bay window.

Shapes and sizes

The most common types of shapes and sizes.

A long

It is considered a very convenient option, since it is easy to place additional superstructures over a long tabletop.

The photo shows the interior of a nursery for a boy with a long writing desk made of wood.

Narrow

These narrow products have a very elegant design and allow you to maximize the ergonomics of the environment.

Large

The solid worktop provides a lot of free space for work and is a very solid piece of furniture that fits perfectly into large rooms.

Small

A writing mini-table, despite its compactness, has maximum functionality and convenience, which is especially appropriate in a room with limited space.

In the photo there is a study and a small writing table made of wood.

Angular

It can have both left and right versions and be placed in any free corner of the room, thereby creating significant space savings.

With rounded top

In a small space, a rounded tabletop will significantly reduce the risk of injury.

Semicircular

The rounded shape, due to smooth curves and noble lines, gives the writing product a special elegance.

In the photo there is a semicircular wooden writing table in the interior of the office.

Round

Comfortable and ergonomic round table top, has no sharp corners, is considered less traumatic and harmoniously fits into the surrounding design, without burdening the environment.

U-shaped

The familiar and standard form does not deprive the interior of harmony and allows you to competently organize the space.

Radial

This shape is distinguished by unusual flowing lines and almost natural curves, combined with any setting.

Figured

The workplace does not always imply rigor and conciseness. With the help of a curly shape, it turns out to bring variety and originality to the interior.

Photo of a desk in the interior of rooms

Examples of using the construction for writing in various rooms.

Children's room

Desks can have a wide variety of designs depending on the gender and age of the child. Most often, products with drawers, curbstones or superstructures are used, transforming models on retractable legs with a tabletop that can change the angle of inclination and height, for three children or more, long double structures are used. You should also pay special attention to the choice of a chair, it is desirable that its back is anatomically shaped, which will contribute to the formation of correct posture.

In the photo there are light writing desks with drawers and shelves in a room for two children.

Bedroom

For the bedroom, more traditional and elegant designs are chosen, for example, a hanging version, a console table, a bureau, a secretaire and others. If there is a niche in the room of sufficient size, it will be an excellent place to create a work area.If you need additional storage space in the room, use a desk and combine it with a rack, chest of drawers, cabinet or cabinet.

In the photo there is a bedroom with a compact desk located opposite the window.

Living room

Designs are selected in the hall, taking into account the individual dimensions of the room. Models should not be too bulky and have a functional, laconic design. Also, tables are equipped with drawers, shelves, or give preference to the simplest options without additions.

Kitchen

Quite often, in the interior of the kitchen, there are comfortable hanging models that can be freely placed in a variety of places, window sill tables or roll-out options.

Balcony or loggia

A balcony mini office provides a secluded space with natural light. The choice of a writing product directly depends on the size of the loggia, for example, hinged, folding or more compact tables are suitable for a small balcony, and solid and dimensional models for a large one.

In the photo there is a large white writing desk in the interior of a spacious loggia.

Cabinet

They choose both simple and laconic products and office desks equipped with a printer cabinet, a monitor shelf, an attached bookcase, visible or hidden drawers. Also, a desk secretaire or a bureau desk will look great here.

How do tables look in different styles?

Photos of models for writing, in a variety of style solutions.

Modern

Ergonomic writing instruments with a multifaceted color palette, characterized by practical use, aesthetics and a straightforward design, concisely complement the modern interior.

Classical

There may be massive structures with thick wood or marble countertops, or more elegant products on thin legs with carved facade elements, which will add even more gloss to the atmosphere and endow it with majesty and aristocracy.

High tech

Not too pretentious models in neutral tones or metallic shades, made of transparent and frosted glass, glossy plastic, wood or artificial stone, will be the perfect complement to hi-tech.

Loft

An industrial loft assumes tables of both strict geometric and unusual shapes with a more restrained design and sometimes a little rough and brutal look. In the manufacture, mainly natural materials are used, such as wood or metal.

In the photo, hanging desks on a loft-style loggia, equipped for a study.

Scandinavian style

Models with simple and strict shapes, designs made of natural materials, most often wood with an attractive texture, will be especially appropriate in a Scandinavian interior.

In the photo there is a Scandinavian-style nursery with a writing desk in blue and white tones.

Provence

For Provence, simple wooden or wicker rattan desks, products decorated with wrought iron elements, small abrasions, carved details or a countertop with an unusual edge in delicate pastel colors are perfect.

Photo of tables in the room for girls

For a teenage girl, they choose products with various devices for storing the necessary things, for example, tabletops built into a wardrobe or equipped with pedestals and a pencil case. It is best to install the written structure by the window for good natural light, in the case of a different location, high-quality artificial lighting should be considered.

A selection of tables in for boys

In a teen boy's room, it is very important to consider the width and length of the tabletop, as it must accommodate all the necessary accessories or be equipped with space for a computer monitor or laptop. By design, the table can have both original and more laconic design.

Photo gallery

The writing desk allows you to provide a comfortable working area, both for a businessman, student, first grader, and for any other person.Thanks to the huge choice of design, it is possible to choose the right product in color and design, in harmony with the overall environment.