We just delivered our latest commissioned piece in the form of a large desk with an enclosed bookcase top. A local designer asked us to make the desk in a custom size and finish. We met with her client to determine exactly what her needs were before fabrication began. A few changes later you can see the result.
The desk is approximately 60 inches wide and slightly over 7 feet tall. The objective was to give Mrs. A a place for her (large) computer monitor and still have desktop space to spread out and work. She also wanted to hide the wireless router, printer, and keyboard. The printer went into a nearby closet. The monitor space was made deep enough to place the router behind the monitor and out of sight. The desk section includes a pullout drawer designed for the keyboard and mouse.
The upper section was made with adjustable shelves behind a pair of three section doors. The doors will hinge entirely to the side of the case. This allows Mrs. A to work at the desk with full access to the contents above, with no annoying doors in the way. When finished working, everything is stowed away behind the doors.
The desk is constructed of maple solids and veneers. All drawers are 22″ deep with full extension slides. The left side is two drawers, while the right side is one drawer equipped for files. The center drawer is outfitted as a keyboard tray.
The case finish started out with a base color matching other pieces in the room. Once distressed and glazed, it was topcoated with a satin sheen precatalyzed lacquer. The work surface and visible backs are stained in a classic walnut color and topcoated like the case. This finish is both beautiful and durable.
All involved were happy with the final results. Once in place at her home, Mrs. A told us “It’s perfect, I think I’ll pay for it.” That’s music to our ears!
