Wooden Desk — A Workspace That Looks Like Furniture
A wooden desk has an advantage over laminate: it fits seamlessly into your living room or bedroom, so it doesn't turn your home into an office. This is important when you work remotely in a space that serves multiple functions.
Dimensions That Work
The minimum depth for working on a laptop is 60 cm, and for a monitor, it's 70–80 cm to maintain a safe distance from the screen. A width of 120 cm is sufficient for a laptop and a notebook; if you have two monitors, you'll need 140–160 cm.
Height and Chair
The standard height is 72–76 cm. Choose a swivel chair so that your forearms rest horizontally on the desk, and your feet are flat on the floor.
Drawers or a Clean Surface?
Drawers help organize small items but take up legroom. An alternative is a document container next to the desk or a wall shelf above the surface.
Lighting
Position the desk sideways to the window — light coming from the front can be blinding, while light from behind creates reflections on the screen. In the evening, a desk lamp placed on the opposite side of your writing hand is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What desk is suitable for a small room?
A width of 100–120 cm and a depth of 50–60 cm. A model with slender legs looks lighter than one with a full body.
Can a wooden desk support a monitor and equipment?
Solid wood and sturdy veneer can easily bear the weight of two monitors. Pay attention to the leg construction, not just the top.
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