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I need a desk that will look nice in our den

16 years ago

We have a corner in the den that is for our computer. I need a desk that has a computer return (place for the CPU) and maybe even a place for the printer. I don't want an armoir because i will never close the doors. Maybe a hutch, but that's more clutter than I think the space should have to handle. Also, I want something unique and pretty not totally officey. Any ideas?

thanks,

bridget

Comments (7)

dcollie
16 years ago
Not much out there for corner units. I'm in the trade and finally gave up looking for a good one and had one custom made for the corner to my specs by one of my woodworkers.

Good Luck!
bridget helm
Original Author
16 years ago
Earlier today, I thought, "I'm going to have to get a desk made." It is in a corner. Each wall is 58" How much did your desk cost if you don't mind my asking?
thanks
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dcollie
16 years ago
Expect to pay $ 2K to $ 3K for a custom unit in a nice hardwood such as cherry, tiger maple, or mahogany, etc.
furnone
16 years ago
Here are a couple of corner computer desks from Simply Amish. Available in Oak,Cherry,Maple,or Hickory.

Here is a link that might be useful: Simply Amish
bridget helm
Original Author
16 years ago
I'm trying to avoid an actual armoir because I will never close the doors and will make messes in all those little cubbies. If I have a desk that hided the CPU and the printer only, then I will be forced to keep it neat. But it's looking as though I'll have to go with an armoir or have something built.
homegal
16 years ago
I've been looking for a computer desk for my den also.
I'm thinking of getting something by Stanley which is moderately priced. Try StanleyFurniture.com since a lot of their collections include office furniture for the home.
mhillgal
16 years ago
I have a Stanley desk and hutch. While I have had no problem with the desk other than slight damage during delivery that was fixed, I have had a problem with the hutch. On the side of the hutch facing out to the room, the top layer (of the veneer?)buckled and had to be glued down by the furniture repairman sent by the store. You can still see where that repair was done.

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