The central focus of the workplace – the desk
Desks are essential for many activities and are available in a variety of designs. They offer solutions for different needs and age groups, from space-saving models to ergonomic versions with plenty of storage space.
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A desk for your office
Even in the age of laptops and mobile working, the good old desk has not lost its importance. It is more than just a storage area for technical devices; it is the heart of every workspace, a place of creativity and productivity. You can not only place your computer on a desk, but also lay out your documents and work materials clearly. This personal workspace allows you to focus on handwritten tasks, plan projects and develop ideas, free from the distractions that mobile devices bring.
Having their own desk is particularly important for children. It offers them their own, dedicated space to do homework, learn and be creative. A well-designed, child-friendly desk can significantly increase motivation and concentration and contribute to the development of a good work routine. A high-quality desk is also essential in the home office. Not only does it serve as a central element for productive work, but it also helps to draw a clear boundary between work and private life. The right choice of desk can significantly improve efficiency and comfort during working hours.
Before choosing a desk, it is important to carefully examine the huge selection and find the desk that best suits your specific needs. Consider whether you prefer a simple desk with a clear and spacious work surface or whether a model with drawers and additional storage space better suits your work habits. Square desks and angle desks are excellent options for those who need a lot of space or want to integrate different work areas into one piece of furniture.
In this guide we want to help you find the ideal desk for your individual needs. From space-saving solutions for small spaces to ergonomically designed models that provide all-day comfort, there's a desk for every situation and style. Choose wisely and create a workspace that is not only functional but also inspiring.
Contents:
- Why buy a matching desk?
- What types of desks are there?
- How big should the desk be?
- Solid wood desk or white high-gloss desk: How do I recognize high-quality material?
- What properties do the different materials for desks have?
- Modern desk or antique desk: Which desk design is right for me?
- Ergonomics in the workplace: What should I pay attention to when buying a desk?
- What are the benefits of using a desk?
- Which desk is right for me?
- Conclusion on the desk
Why buy a matching desk?
You are probably asking yourself why you need a suitable desk when work in the home office can also be done at the kitchen table. This train of thought is understandable, but by having your own workspace you create a space with a suitable desk where you can work efficiently without distraction. This makes it easier to keep order with a desk and creates a workplace where work can be done in a structured manner and work materials can be placed. If you have the opportunity to use a separate room, you can better separate your work and private life. If you are thinking about buying a desk for your children, there are also reasons for this, such as more concentrated learning and an area for creative expression. By adjusting the height, the desk can also grow with the child, making it a long-term investment.
What types of desks are there?
Desks offer a variety of options tailored to different needs and space conditions. In addition to the classic rectangular desk, there are also space-saving corner desks or height-adjustable versions. If you want your desk to fit into the room concept because you only need to use it rarely, options such as a folding desk or a secretary are also available. The most ergonomic desk solution for all age groups are height-adjustable desks.
At a young age, these desks grow with your body size. As an adult, you can change your working position individually and alternately work standing up. A desk supports your body optimally and can prevent or counteract poor posture, back and neck pain. In addition to the desk variants mentioned, there are, for example, computer desks that were developed specifically for the needs of digital media users. These desks often offer built-in cable management solutions and enough space for computer hardware. For fans of minimalist design or for those who have limited space available, there are particularly narrow desks. These are often only as deep as a laptop or a notepad and can therefore be integrated into almost any room. A desk that is playfully designed and adapts to the needs of the growing child is suitable for children. Another interesting option are desks with a built-in shelving system. This combination of work surface and storage space is ideal for small apartments or offices as it allows for efficient use of the available space.
Large desk or small desk: Which dimensions do I need?
It is often difficult to estimate which size is the right solution for you. However, there are some clues that you can use as a guide.
From Desk for children to the computer desk to the huge one Conference table you have the choice between a wide variety of shapes and sizes. So you should first think about where the good piece will be and for what purposes you will need it.
Would you just like to set up a desk corner in the living room or do you have your own room? Do you need a large desk with plenty of work space or do you want everything to be as compact as possible? Do you have separate cabinets for your files and documents or does an additional rolling container have to fit under the table?
If you run a regular home office, the classic one is ideal Computer desk with cable ducts and additional attachments for PC monitors and files. If, on the other hand, the desk is to be placed in a living room, you will probably choose a more inconspicuous model that fits the style of your interior and blends in elegantly. Take a look around our online shop – you're sure to find what you're looking for!
When it comes to the size of your new desk, you should always keep the spatial conditions in mind, because the basic rule is: not everything that is possible makes sense. A large desk offers a lot of work space, but can feel overwhelming in the living room. A harmoniously fitted PC desk corner, on the other hand, takes up little space and, if well thought out, can replace an entire office. The appearance also plays a role in the size effect: if the desk is white, it appears lighter and less bulky - even if it has the same dimensions as its black counterpart.
The desk must be high enough that not only any existing ones Drawer containers fit underneath, but especially your legs. Finally, you should sit comfortably while working and not hit your knees. By default, the height of the work surface of desks is usually 72 cm. If you are unusually tall or the PC desk is used by different people, a height-adjustable version could make sense.
Solid wood desk or white high-gloss desk: How do I recognize high-quality material?
Wood is generally a very popular material for desks. This looks natural and elegant at the same time. It can also be designed and combined in many different ways. MDF boards are often used as a cheaper alternative.
You can consider a desk made of solid wood as a high-quality purchase for life. You can recognize solid wood by its individual grain, which makes each piece unique. A solid wood panel is timeless and looks high-quality and stylish in any office. Because of the real wood, a desk made of solid wood requires special care. Desks with an MDF board, on the other hand, are easier to maintain.
MDF boards are medium-density fibreboards with a special coating for a desk. These score points with their weight and easy assembly. A plastic coating on the wood material makes it more resistant to water. This means you can easily wipe a desk with an MDF board with a damp cloth. Even though the panels lack the natural grain of solid wood, the panels are available in a variety of colors and patterns for your perfect desk because of the coating.
Be sure to take a look at the colored painted models in our online shop. A white desk can make a dull and dark room seem bright and friendly. If you choose black as the base color for your desk, it will certainly look elegant. But in this case, make sure to add bright accents elsewhere in the room. For a modern, very elegant office desk, glass can also be considered as a material for the work surface. Whether you prefer an oak or beech look desk depends largely on your existing interior design and your taste. As a guideline, we recommend combining things harmoniously for your desk and not using more than two different types of wood per room. A massive desk is almost a status symbol. It takes up space, expresses personality and conveys values such as tradition, success and stability. A modest, small desk, on the other hand, looks better in a light and light material such as pine wood. In addition to white desks made of different materials, the inexpensive beech imitation is also popular with young people.
When setting up your office, make sure your desk is well made and uses high-quality materials. The more time you spend in this room every day, the more important it is that you feel comfortable in it.
What properties do the different materials have in a desk?
- Wood:
Robust, durable and easy to clean - Metal:
Very sturdy and durable but difficult to clean - Glass:
Shiny, elegant, easy to clean but prone to scratches
- Plastic:
Lightweight and easy to clean, but less durable than other options
Modern desk or antique desk: which design suits me?
It doesn't necessarily have to be a designer table. What's more important is that the style of your workplace - as well as that of all other furnishings - fits your personality! With appropriate accessories you can enhance the effect, create atmosphere and create a visual connection between your desk corner and the rest of the room.
Your desk is your workplace and should be designed accordingly. However, that doesn't mean that it has to be boring or that you can't give it a personal touch - on the contrary! Get inspired and create a desk in our online shop
Put together exactly the solution that suits your taste and needs. For example, if you like to furnish yourself in a retro style, then a vintage desk would have a special charm for you and would be a real eye-catcher in your office. Have the courage and stand by what you like!
A modern-style desk is characterized by its simple shape and cool colors. It combines functionality with elegance and always appears tidy due to its clear design. One of these can have white-painted, shiny fronts and stand in the middle of the room. Complement the desk with a swivel shell chair made of high-quality leather and the glamorous look is perfect.
If you prefer something timeless and a little more comfortable, you might choose classic wall shelves and the accompanying desk made of real wood Corner desk, decide. In addition to storage space for your files and writing utensils, the angle desk also offers space for photos or other personal items that will improve your working atmosphere.
Do you like the country house style? Get a suitable designer desk and enjoy the warm colors of the wood. A secretary made of decoratively painted solid wood or a vintage-style desk would also be on the shortlist. Ornate carvings and old metal fittings convey stable values and give rise to nostalgic feelings.
Ergonomics in the workplace: What should I pay attention to when buying a desk?
In order not to overload your back muscles and spine from sitting for long periods of time, you need a healthy sitting posture at your desk. Ideally, you sit upright, your forearms are horizontal on the desk, your leg angle is about 90 degrees and the entire surface of your soles is in firm contact with the floor. It is also important that you can move your legs freely under the desk without bumping into them or getting tangled in cables.
For everything to work like this, desk and Office chair must be perfectly coordinated, and the chair must also be able to be individually adapted to the user. Depending on how long your legs are, the optimal seat height is between 42 and 53 cm. The seat width, on the other hand, should be between 40 and 48 cm. Your thighs must rest horizontally on the seat and the backs of your knees should extend at least two finger-widths beyond the front edge of the seat, even if your back is against the back of the chair and sitting in front of the desk.
Sitting at a desk for hours is generally unhealthy and the more time a person spends in a sitting position, the worse not only their physical but also their mental and emotional well-being becomes. It is therefore advisable to purchase one for the office height-adjustable desk, on which you can also work comfortably while standing. Try it out - you will have noticeably more energy, you will no longer tire as quickly and you will simply be able to concentrate better! Going up and down is also easy with one electrically height-adjustable desk.
So when you buy a desk, include the health aspect in your selection criteria right from the start. This also includes the correct lighting of your workplace and sufficient humidity. Above all, remember: It doesn't matter to your back whether your desk is black or white. Even the most beautiful designer table is worthless if you can't work on it without any symptoms!
What are the benefits of using a desk?
A desk:
- is a comfortable and ergonomic way to perform tasks while sitting while promoting your physical health;
- offers a large area for working and usually has compartments and shelves to store papers and other items;
- can help you organize and plan your work;
- is a great way to organize your work environment and create a more productive work environment;
- offers you a stable surface on which you can do your work and manage your documents.
Which desk is right for me?
Which desk you ultimately choose is entirely up to you. To help you make this decision, we have briefly summarized the different types of desks and their features here:

Height-adjustable desks
Height-adjustable desks can be adjusted manually or electrically to the desired working height. They are ideal for switching between sitting and standing and promote an ergonomic working position. They are also an excellent choice for growing children and young people.

Corner desks
Corner desks are usually built at a right angle, so you can also place them in small corners and niches. The special shape creates more work space without requiring a larger footprint.

Home office desks
A Home office desk It rarely has a height adjustment option. The assumption here is that you don't need that much time at the work table. But you can also work at a home office table in an ergonomic sitting position with a high-quality office chair.

Computer tables
Computer tables are specially designed for working on a PC or laptop and impress with their space-saving design. Like home office desks, they fit harmoniously into the living space. Many models also offer practical extras such as pull-out keyboard shelves or shelves for PCs and printers.

Standing desks
A Standing desk is primarily designed for standing activities. These are often equipped with wheels so that they can be quickly retrieved or hidden.

Children's desks
Children's desks that grow with you are specially tailored to the needs of children and can be optimally adapted to their height thanks to the height adjustment. They are generally suitable for ages 4 and up and can be used into adolescence. Due to the larger work space required, a regular desk is recommended later.

Office & conference tables
Office and conference tables offer a spacious work and meeting area for meetings, conferences or team work. Depending on the model, several people can comfortably fit and work together efficiently.
Conclusion on the desk
In summary, a suitable desk is a lucrative and long-term investment in your health and future. This increases productivity and efficiency and promotes organized work. The health aspect is very important for every age in order to be able to counteract damage at an early stage. Whatever size, color or shape you should choose for your desk, you will find the right solution for your individual needs in our online shop. If you are still unsure about choosing a desk, we will advise you at any time gladly by phone, chat or email!