The Absolute Coolest Computer Desk Thread
Okay guys,
This should be fun. Let's track down the absolute coolest home computer desks that are currently available for purchase. This isn't the same thread as "show your computer setup" (a fun thread btw). This is for people who are currently shopping for computer furniture worthy of a Mac, or dreaming of what they'd like to have if they could get a new desk. From high-tech to traditional, what 's your top pick?
What are the features you appreciate about this desk and what are the features that you wish the manufacturer would have included?
Let me start.
This is a desk that we found while shopping for a small workstation for my Mom. She'd like to get something that's about 36" wide by 24" deep...basically a tiny but well-made workstation. So far it's remained the best solution for her space needs. Let me know if you know who makes this thing, or if you've seen something better in the same styistic vein.
I personally use a big black Anthrocart (www.anthro.com) unit, but if I was buying again I might go for something a bit more stylish. There are some really nice contemporary units in frosted glass, and there are some more traditional furniture setups that have begun incorporating some clever functions.
The hidden drawer shelf has become fairly standard. If you haven't seen it, there's a special drawer where the pencil drawer would traditionally be located. When you tug at the handles the drawer front tilts down. You then pull out the drawer and PRESTO! a keyboard. Some of these now feature a fold-out copy-holder.
Lots of these desks feature space for a tower, a built-in power supply, CD racks, cable feeds and printer shelves.
I look forward to seeing what you folks come up with!
This should be fun. Let's track down the absolute coolest home computer desks that are currently available for purchase. This isn't the same thread as "show your computer setup" (a fun thread btw). This is for people who are currently shopping for computer furniture worthy of a Mac, or dreaming of what they'd like to have if they could get a new desk. From high-tech to traditional, what 's your top pick?
What are the features you appreciate about this desk and what are the features that you wish the manufacturer would have included?
Let me start.
This is a desk that we found while shopping for a small workstation for my Mom. She'd like to get something that's about 36" wide by 24" deep...basically a tiny but well-made workstation. So far it's remained the best solution for her space needs. Let me know if you know who makes this thing, or if you've seen something better in the same styistic vein.
I personally use a big black Anthrocart (www.anthro.com) unit, but if I was buying again I might go for something a bit more stylish. There are some really nice contemporary units in frosted glass, and there are some more traditional furniture setups that have begun incorporating some clever functions.
The hidden drawer shelf has become fairly standard. If you haven't seen it, there's a special drawer where the pencil drawer would traditionally be located. When you tug at the handles the drawer front tilts down. You then pull out the drawer and PRESTO! a keyboard. Some of these now feature a fold-out copy-holder.
Lots of these desks feature space for a tower, a built-in power supply, CD racks, cable feeds and printer shelves.
I look forward to seeing what you folks come up with!
Comments
oh and I got <a href="http://www.staples.com/Catalog/Browse/SKU.asp?BCFlag=False&PageType=1&SKU=473789"; target="_blank">this bookcase</a> to match it so i have a little storage area
if you guys are interested, i'll post a little later tomorrow to tell you how it works out
And like I said, I use a BIG black Anthrocart. But I've also got it tricked out with speaker shelves, additional over/under shelves, a vertical phone holder, a side basket and a totally adjustable keyboard tray.
But I know that there are some truly innovative computer desks out there, and I'd like to see them.
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The Desk
The Bookshelf
Cool, I didn't know that the big office equipment chains had anything other than fake wood desks. I'm really curious about how that top shelf works with a big ole monitor on top, and how sturdy the thing is.
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Looks like an IV stand for email doesn't it?
That cart came from a place called <a href="http://www.ergotron-ergonomics.com/computer_cart.htm"; target="_blank">Ergotron Ergonomics</a>
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This one's at a place called <a href="http://www.imacdesk.com"; target="_blank">www.imacdesk.com</a>
This might appeal to some folks.
Hey, are the Anthrocarts cheaper if you drive over and pick them up yourself?
Is there a discount/clearance center?
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HEY, it's the same desk! Crap. Sorry, I didn't realize until I'd posted it. Well, now you've seen it from two sides. Happy?
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we'll see how things work out one i got everything together
btw, i have a powerbook, so i can't see about the monitor stand, but i'll guesstimate fer ya
<a href="http://homepage.mac.com/mrexrode/PhotoAlbum1.html"; target="_blank">here's a website</a> with pics of my new desk setup...it's actually pretty nice...
This doesn't look bad, too bad she's so pressed for space!
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I personally like this one.
I cheaped out and bought this one for my studio though
My computer desk has another level below the main one, that I guess was intended for folders and such, but its a great place to prop my feet on.
<strong>i want the table/desk that the guy in the iBook tv ad had.</strong><hr></blockquote>
I hope you're not talking about "Middle Seat."
I seem to remember a desk called the metamorphosis, or something similar. It wasn't cheap, but it was really nice. I think that they used to advertsise in METROPOLIS magazine and perhaps in MACWORLD.
Something new that I've seen are things that are called computer cabinets, or something like that. They're a sort of armoire for computers. I've seen high-tech looking ones and some that look more antique. These are great solutions for people who'd like to hide the computer in something that DOESN'T look like a desk.
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you can see more if you like, including my imac, at:
<a href="http://www.sirlizzard.com/misc/"; target="_blank">http://www.sirlizzard.com/misc/</A>;
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