Guest Picks: Desks for Many Uses
I've always loved furniture with multiple uses, and desks are good examples. They don't always have to look like they belong confined to an office! Here are a few different secretary/desk ideas that can be worked into all different types of spaces — from simple and charming to larger with ample storage. — Alli from Hooray
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Traditional Wooden Secretary Desk
I like the elegant shape of this desk, especially the curved top and the filing-cabinet-style base.
Secretary Edison - EUR 299
I love the industrial look of this secretary with clean lines and mini compartment drawers.
Patchwork Secretary - $1,399
I like the multiple uses this secretary/cabinet has. It could be used for office work or as a mini bar.
Stash Desk, Walnut/Gray - $399
This super sleek desk would be perfect for a more common area, where it needs to look good.
White Alden Foldout Convertible Desk - $229.99
This is perfect for tight spaces because everything folds up nicely into a wall cabinet.
Eastman Secretary - $799
This simple secretary looks like just another cabinet when closed, and it's not too bulky.
Yves Writing Desk
This sleek desk would look just as good in a living room as it would an office.
Bahama Breeze Drawer Secretary with Laptop Pigeonholes, Autumn
I know this is a rather large piece, but I like its shutter-style doors. It'd look very grand in the right space.
Halland Secretary Desk - GBP 449
This desk/cabinet is just big enough (and well-designed enough) to house lots of things while still keeping a low profile. I love the white with the wood top.
Campton Smart Technology Office Armoire, Desa Mocha
This office armoire is packed full of storage areas and has a nice modern-traveler vibe.
Secretary Bureau Bookcase - $2,139.20
I'd put this in a room that needs one piece to serve many purposes — laptop desk, paperwork file, storage, etc.
Jacqueline Bedside Table - $499
I love this little bedside table/desk. It'd look very sweet in a small space.
Hemnes Secretary With Add-On-Unit, White - $485
I like this slightly smaller, more modern version of a big secretary cabinet.
Portland Desk - $799
I love the worn, vintage appeal of this taller desk (and all of its tiny drawers).
Abbott Drop-Front Desk - $399
The tall legs on this little secretary give it an elegant yet commanding appearance.
Intimo Secretary Desk - $399
This is a perfectly sleek option for a smaller space.
Foldaway Desk - $595
The craftsmanship of this Indian rosewood desk makes it beautiful enough for any room.
Danish Teak Dyrlund Modern Tambour Roll-Top Desk by Gallivanting Girls - $850
I like all the drawers and the substantial writing surface on this midcentury desk.
Borge Mogensen Danish Modern Teak Secretary by Vintage Danish Modern - $1,475
This great midcentury piece has several handy drawers and compartments.
Prentice Desk - $1,095
I can picture this with its slender and elegant shape in a living room or den.
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