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10 trendy desks for back-to-school

wp:paragraph Teleworking has become a fact of life. The phenomenon is such that it has become important to devote a space dedicated to the ho...

Design MarketAugust 2022
wp:paragraph Teleworking has become a fact of life. The phenomenon is such that it has become important to devote a dedicated space to the home office. Teleworking has become a fact of life. The phenomenon is such that it has become important to devote a dedicated space to the home office. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Together, we're going to discover ten trendy desks to adopt, signed by great designers, so that your return to work is smooth and studious. Together, we're going to discover ten trendy desks by top designers that will make your back-to-school experience softer and more studious. /wp:paragraph wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 1 - The AJ52 desk by Arne Jacobsen Arne Jacobsen /wp:heading wp:paragraph This magnificent desk by Arne Jacobsen was created in 1952, and yet it's still as trendy as ever. Its uniqueness lies in the simplicity of its shape, but also in the elements that make it up: a board supported by metal tubes, a small shelf and a module of drawers for storage. This magnificent desk by Arne Jacobsen was created in 1952, yet it's still as fashionable as ever. Its uniqueness lies in the simplicity of its shape, but also in the elements that make it up: a board supported by metal tubes, a small shelf and a module of drawers for storage. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17564, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Peter Fehrentz Photo credit Peter Fehrentz /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 2 - Florence Knoll's mini desk Florence Knoll /wp:heading wp:paragraph Florence Knoll's mini desk is a tribute to chic and sobriety. Here, the emphasis is on this beautiful top, leaving storage superfluous. The Florence Knoll mini desk is a tribute to chic and sobriety. Here, the emphasis is on the beautiful top, leaving superfluous storage space. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17565, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Knoll International Photo credit Knoll International /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 3 - The Ercol Treviso Desk by Matthew Hilton 3 - The Ercol Treviso Desk by Matthew Hilton /wp:heading wp:paragraph This handmade desk has a very original shape. Made from solid pale oak or dark walnut, it's practical thanks to its storage space, but also aesthetic and timeless. What's more, it's perfect for small spaces. This handmade desk has a highly original shape. Made from solid pale oak or dark walnut, it's practical, thanks to its storage space, but also attractive and timeless. What's more, it's perfect for small spaces. /wp:paragraph wp:columns wp:column {"width": "100%"} wp:columns wp:column wp:image {"id":17566, "width":403, "height":400, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Palette and Parlor Photo credit Palette and Parlor /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17567, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Palette and Parlor Photo credit Palette and Parlor /wp:image /wp:column /wp:columns /wp:column /wp:columns wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 4 - Pierre Jeanneret's office Pierre Jeanneret /wp:heading wp:paragraph Characteristic of Pierre Jeanneret's work for Chandigargh, the Z and V legs are the hallmark of the designer's office furniture. Created in natural wood in the middle of the last century, this desk still impresses with its small size but large storage capacity. Characteristic of Pierre Jeanneret's work for Chandigargh, the Z and V legs are the hallmark of the designer's office furniture. Created in natural wood in the middle of the last century, this desk still impresses with its small size but large storage capacity. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17568, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Marie-Claire Photo credit Marie-Claire /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 5 - The Bauhaus style desk 5 - The Bauhaus style desk /wp:heading wp:paragraph Bring the Bauhaus into your home with this legendary desk from the Bauhaus movement. Plenty of storage space and a wide tabletop make for comfortable working. Bring Bauhaus into your home with this legendary desk from the Bauhaus movement. The desk has plenty of storage space and a wide tabletop for comfortable working. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17569, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Pinterest Photo credit Pinterest /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 6 - The Franco Albini desk Franco Albini for Knoll /wp:heading wp:paragraph The design of this desk is simple and minimalist. That's why it's still so fashionable, even though it was designed in 1928! The design of this desk is simple and minimalist. That's why it's still so fashionable, even though it was designed in 1928! /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Made up of a polished glass top, a floating wooden pedestal with two drawers and a steel frame, it's very chic and will suit any style of interior. Made up of a polished glass top, a floating wooden pedestal with two drawers and a steel frame, this is a very chic piece of furniture that will suit all styles of interior. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17570, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Knoll Photo credit Knoll /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 7 - The Flip-Top Partners desk by Peter Løvig Nielse Peter Løvig Nielse /wp:heading wp:paragraph This magnificent teak desk by Peter Løvig Nielse has a very special feature. The top part, which acts as a locker, folds down to increase the working space. A very practical trick! This magnificent teak desk by Peter Løvig Nielse has a very special feature. The top part, which acts as a locker, folds down to increase the working space. A very practical trick! /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17572, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Linda 1968 MCM Photo credit Linda 1968 MCM /wp:image wp:image {"id":17593, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 8 - The multi-purpose table by Egon Eiermann Egon Eiermann /wp:heading wp:paragraph This multi-purpose table by Egon Eiermann lives up to its name, as it can also be used as a desk if you wish, for example to create an industrial ambience. Add a storage box next to it and you're done! This versatile table by Egon Eiermann lives up to its name, as it can also be used as a desk if you wish, for example to create an industrial atmosphere. Add a storage box next to it and you're done! /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17573, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit Richard Lampert Photo credit Richard Lampert /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 9 - Jean Prouvé's compass desk Jean Prouvé /wp:heading wp:paragraph A beautiful piece of furniture that spans the ages, the compass desk was originally designed for institutions such as schools. Now it's making its way into our homes, and we're taking advantage of its trendy, aesthetic design. A beautiful piece of furniture that has stood the test of time, the compass desk was originally designed for institutions such as schools. Now it's making its way into our homes, and we're taking advantage of its trendy, attractive design. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17574, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit RBC Mobilier Photo credit RBC Mobilier /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading 10 - The Tanis CM 141 desk by Pierre Paulin Pierre Paulin /wp:heading wp:paragraph Pierre Paulin designed this beautiful desk for Thonet in 1954. The desk is made from tubular steel, wood and a laminate top. Its design is typical of the post-war years, with its emphasis on straight lines. Pierre Paulin designed this beautiful desk for Thonet in 1954. The desk is made from tubular steel, wood and a laminate top. Its design is typical of the post-war years, with its emphasis on straight lines. /wp:paragraph wp:image {"id":17575, "sizeSlug": "large", "linkDestination": "none"} Photo credit libertyninteriors Photo credit libertyninteriors /wp:image wp:spacer {"height": "10px"} /wp:spacer wp:heading Our essentials for your office: Our essentials for your office: /wp:heading wp:paragraph Lamps Lamps /wp:paragraph wp:columns wp:column wp:image {"id":17578, "sizeSlug":"full", "linkDestination": "none"} Bauhaus desk lamp by Busquet Bauhaus desk lamp by Busquet Bauhaus desk lamp by Busquet /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17579, "sizeSlug":"full", "linkDestination": "none"} Tripod desk lamp, Italy Tripod desk lamp, Italy Tripod desk lamp, Italy /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17580, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination":"none"} Post-modern adjustable desk lamp Post-modern adjustable desk lamp Post-modern adjustable desk lamp /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17581, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination":"none"} Vintage 1970 desk lamp Vintage 1970 desk lamp Vintage 1970 desk lamp /wp:image /wp:column /wp:columns wp:paragraph The chairs The chairs /wp:paragraph wp:columns wp:column wp:image {"id":17582, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} Vintage adjustable office chair, Sweden 1950 Vintage adjustable office chair, Sweden 1950 Vintage adjustable office chair, Sweden 1950 /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17583, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} Vintage Danish office chair 1960 Vintage Danish office chair 1960 Vintage Danish office chair 1960 /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17584, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} Black leatherette cantilever office chair 1970 Black leatherette cantilever office chair 1970 Black leatherette cantilever office chair /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17585, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination":"none"} Vintage Danish office chair in teak, 1960 Vintage Danish office chair in teak, 1960 Vintage Danish office chair in teak, 1960 /wp:image /wp:column /wp:columns wp:paragraph Accessories Accessories /wp:paragraph wp:columns wp:column wp:image {"id":17586, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} All-wood vintage desk sorter All-wood vintage desk sorter All-wood vintage desk sorter /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17587, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} Walnut desk set, 1960 Walnut desk set, 1960 Walnut desk set, 1960 /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17588, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} Set of 3 vintage pencil pots, Germany 1970 Set of 3 vintage pencil pots, Germany 1970 Set of 3 vintage pencil pots, Germany 1970 /wp:image /wp:column wp:column wp:image {"id":17589, "sizeSlug": "full", "linkDestination": "none"} Inkwell by Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, France 1930 Inkwell by Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, France 1930 Inkwell by Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, France 1930 /wp:image /wp:column /wp:columns wp:paragraph {"align": "right"} Marie Laplantine Marie Laplantine /wp:paragraph

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