Computer Desk for the Home Office

The latest addition to the Jahnke home office furniture collection is the CL 145 HG with White Glass Top - a stunning single pedestal desk ideal for the small home office or for laptop use. Featuring a large 140cm desk top width with a white glass top panel, this computer desk has an integral filing pedestal finished in Italian High Gloss White. The top panel folds down and is lockable and an additional two drawers are situated below. Drawers are mounted on metal runners for longevity. Contemporary aluminium handles complete the look. Smooth lines and contemporary styling make this desk an ideal addition to any home office. Manufactured from heat, stain and scratch resistant MFC, so you know it will still look great in years to come. Isn't it about time you treated yourself?

If you are after a very traditional look for your home office as well as wall to wall fitting, check out the Grange home office range. Built by skilled craftsmen based in Dorset, it is manufactured to the highest build standards and hand finished using quality fixings. The range consists of a selection of freestanding units that can be combined to create a working environment to suit your requirements. Offered in a choice of 5 wood finishes - teak, walnut, warm oak, beach and english oak - and with a host of items to choose from including office desks, desk links, CPU storage, printer stands, bookcases, cupboards and drawer units. To finish the look, you can order a continuous worktop to hide all the joins in the different pieces of furniture you select. Each unit is free standing and available separately, yet with the modular home office furniture, it is possible to obtain a fitted look to create the ideal home office of your choice.

If you like the idea of using a British manufacturer to supply your office furniture, the Grange Hideaway Desk is ideal. Made in the UK, this range is build to the highest standards and hand finished by British craftsmen. Available in 5 wood finishes - Warm Oak, Beech, Teak, English Oak and Walnut and with a choice of handles plus the option of a door lock, you can tailor this hideaway desk to suit your requirements. There is plenty of storage for your printer, keyboard, CPU and scanner with a cable port to the rear to hide ugly cables. The desk is built with a 25mm thick top with a 40mm overhang so you can tuck the desk against the wall and still clear the skirting boards. Finally - there is no assembly required as this desk is delivered to your home fully assembled, so you can concentrate on getting your office set up. If you are looking for something to match, check out the Grange Office Furniture range and you will be sure to find what you need to complete your home office.

The Jackson glass desk combines contemporary styling and natural materials. With a solid oak frame and 10mm tempered clear glass desk top, this desk measures 120cm wide and 65cm deep, enough for working on your laptop with space at paperwork at the side. The design means it won't look invasive in your home office or living area. An excellent choice for the occasional home worker!

The Fairmont Hideaway Computer Desk in white painted solid ash - a traditional desk with plenty of storage for your CPU, printer and keyboard. With a generous 1700mm wide desk top, this solid ash desk is constructed with dovetail joints and hardwood tongue and groove back and sides and is made with wood sourced from managed plantations. The Fairmont Hidden Office Desk features a fold-out keyboard drawer, two storage drawers and two cupboards with adjustable shelves. Better still, the Fairmont Desk is delivered fully assembled so there is no need to spend several hours putting the desk together. So if you feel like giving your home office a makeover, consider the Fairmont - it will fit into any colour scheme (white always does!) and will keep your office clutter-free!

So now that you've decided to buy a glass desk for your home office, there's still plenty of decisions to make! Are you looking for a compact glass desk for your laptop as space is limited ? Or would you prefer a glass workstation with a large desktop and plenty of storage. Then there's the type of glass to consider - clear or frosted glass, contemporary black or stunning white ?

One of the most stunning glass desks I've seen recently is the Jahnke PCLS440 Designer Black Glass Desk. It has designer styling and features a generous black glass desktop with stylish diagonal black glass side panels. This stunning glass desk also has an integral 3 drawer pedestal with self-closing drawer system, to store stationery, paper etc.

The Jahnke PCLS440 Designer Glass Desk is also available in White Glass with White Drawers, and comes with a 2 year manufacturer's warranty.

If you are like me and prefer to sit on the sofa while using your laptop, then the Quadro Laptop Desk is ideal. Lightweight and portable, it is available in a choice of 2 colours - Light Oak with White frame or Walnut with Black frame. Fitted with a durable melamine desk top and modesty panel which are scratch resistant and heat proof, the laptop desk is finished with satin lacquered legs. Another great advantage to the Laptop Desk is that you can use it as an end table when not in use (stick a plant pot on it!) or use it as a TV dinner table!

If a solitary computer desk just isn't gonna cut it and you feel you need an entire home office to store all your paperwork and computer peripherals, then you should probably consider an executive office setup. This will allow you to have a large desk with matching storage pedestal and perhaps some office cabinets and bookcases all in a matching wood finish. If you have the space, you should consider purchasing an executive office desk which looks best placed in the centre of the room rather than squeezed up against a wall. And if you are likely to be entertaining clients or customers in your home office, then you should also perhaps consider purchasing a meeting table to crowd around. Of course, if you are going to have a meeting table you will also need visitor chairs to seat your guests. By now you are thinking... exactly how much space I am going to need for this home office? This is the most important process involved in selecting home office furniture - measurement and planning. You should carefully measure your available space or room taking note of the location of radiators, windows and doors. Electrical power points should also be noted as it may be necessary to have some additional points installed. The location of lighting should also be considered as it would be no use to have a centre light in the room if the main working area and desk is located in the far corner. When all these points have been considered and the planning process complete, you are now ready to choose your executive home office furniture. Good luck!

In these times of contemporary furnishings and minimalist design, it is surprising to see that oak is still a popular material for computer desks. Not only that, but traditional build methods are still highly sought after. The Windsor Oak range of home office furniture is crafted from the finest quality solid oak from sustainable sources, with traditional dovetail joint construction which will last a lifetime. The Windsor Oak Twin Pedestal Computer Desk features a pull-out keyboard drawer providing a generous 38cm working area. Right hand pedestal of this stylish and functional solid oak desk accommodates the CPU unit and has a storage shelf above (internal dimensions H53.4 x W38 x D50 cm). Large filing drawer in left pedestal suitable for foolscap suspension files. 3 large stationery drawers provide further storage. The Windsor oak desk also features stylish brushed steel two-tone handles, so even if you have a more contemporary room setting, this desk will not look out of place. A resiliant satin lacquer provides a durable finish and also emphasises the beautiful oak wood grain.
There is also a range of matching furniture available in the Windsor Oak range to complete your home office - oak bookcases, oak filing cabinets, printer cabinets, coffee tables and even TV stands and CD storage units. Why stop at your home office?

The Jahnke Cuuba Libre 130 Glass Desk is a simple designer glass desk - great for use with laptops - with an integrated storage pedestal in Italian High Gloss White. The storage pedestal can be assembled to the right or left of the desk, depending on your preference. The glass is 8mm thick clear glass with polished edges and corners (so no nasty cuts!) and the leg frame is finished in a trendy chromed steel. Now for the surprise - the drawers are mock drawer fronts - this storage section is actually a cupboard with small storage drawer inside. Exquisite minimalist design from German manufacturer Jahnke - the ultimate functional home office solutions with style! And only a mere 130cm in length and 60cm deep, so it will fit into any home office.

The Otto range of is a contemporary range of high end office furniture from a US manufacturer with over 25 years experience. They have beautifully integrated technology, contemporary styling and innovation in perfect harmony - with 3 colour options (Espresso Stained Oak, Cherry or Walnut) this range is constructed using nickel-plated steel, fingerprint resistant, tempered black glass work surfaces which are also non-glare and compatible with an optical mouse and the finest hardware. The office desk features a magnetically attached front and back panel making it easy to manage wires and the back panel can be removed for direct access to wall sockets. The range also features a return desk, mobile pedestal, CPU cabinet, lateral filing cabinet and office storage cabinets.

If you are into pink and all things girly, then check out this computer desk from German manufacturer Jahnke. The PCL500 home office desk is a designer desk with an intelligent cable catch system, stunning white glass desk top and two push-to-open drawers with matching pink glass fronts. The innovative cable catch system is situated at the back of the desk top and this consists of a cleverly hidden compartment which houses a bank of sockets connected to an extension cable. Your laptop, I Pad, I Pod and mobile phone chargers can be plugged into the sockets with all wires being discreetly hidden from view. Only one power cable extends from the rear of the desk to the power supply so no tangle of ugly cables hanging behind the desk. The integral lighting kit is also situated in the rear compartment and polished chrome legs finish off the designer look.

For those who like the snazzy design of this desk but aren't into pink, you will be glad to know that this desk is also available in white or black (without any pink!)

If you want a minimalist but contemporary look for your home office, you can't go wrong with the Juo Home Office Desk. The Juo desk is a contemporary study desk or laptop desk, in a walnut effect finish with gloss black drawer fronts and modern chrome frame. The desk top isn't too small either, at a generous 120cm width by 60cm deep. Two handy drawers with gloss black drawer fronts provide storage for your office sundries like paper, pens, staplers etc. There is also a matching 2 drawer mobile storage pedestal which fits neatly under the desk, with one drawer being suitable for suspension files. You can either position the pedestal under the desk or move it to the side of the desk and use the top of the pedestal to sit your printer or fax on. A brilliant contemporary design for the modern home office.