{"id":94461,"date":"2019-07-01T11:10:43","date_gmt":"2019-07-01T15:10:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/?p=94461"},"modified":"2019-08-21T13:44:56","modified_gmt":"2019-08-21T17:44:56","slug":"different-styles-of-desks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/different-styles-of-desks\/","title":{"rendered":"Different Styles of Desks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

While sending texts and emails may have largely replaced\nwriting long letters, a desk remains an essential item in every home.  A great desk can be the focal point of any\nspace dedicated to a hobby, academics or a job. Lucky for every home, there is\na wide range of models. The following desk guide and design tips will leave the\nwork behind when adding to your home\u2019s style. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Secretary <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ideal for the modern home, a secretary\u2019s desk features a set\nof drawers for storage, a folding writing surface and a small cubby for display\npurposes. This classic also goes by the names secretaire, bureau, and\nescritoire. Whichever name you prefer, this charmer serves many purposes for\nalmost every room. The desk typically comes in low or high heights. A low one\nwould be exceptional in a bedroom, standing next to a leather, velvet or faux\nfur chair. Nautical themes that harness the wealth of drawers that some\nbelieved was a nod to a sea captain\u2019s desk work well with those placed in the\nliving or foyer. Glass-fronted options allow for ample display of vintage finds\nand essential reading materials. If a study is not available, create a reading\nnook with a cozy chair that can fit into any corner of your home.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Writing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A writing desk is perfect for those who prefer a minimalist\napproach. While not known for expansive storage, this open desk has a large\ntop\/counter that is perfect for spreading out, if a laptop is the computer of\nchoice. The conservative style works just as well in a bedroom or living room.\nTo add visual interest, consider using a patterned or boldly hued rug. Create a\ngallery wall that inspires. Include framed motivating quotes done in calligraphy\nand photographs of famous authors to act as muses. Plants are also a great way\nto inspire the written word. Choose leafy selections that will not get in the\nway of your craft.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Executive desk<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An executive desk offers an abundance of drawer storage and\nsurface space. They also provide a canvas for intricate designs and grandeur on\ntheir panels. Their timeless appeal encompasses an array of styles and shapes.\nThey can be rectangular, L- or U-shaped. Choose gold trim and light work for a\nlook that would fit in on Mount Olympus. Go for dark wood if the rest of the\nroom is kept all-white or neutral. One way to add a touch of style with this\ntype of desk is to play with lamps. Choose one in an unexpected color to\nshowcase creativity or a unique shape, such as an oval or a salt lamp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Roll-top desk <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Featuring a moveable top crafted from horizontal wooden\nslates, the roll-top desk is a delight. Small cubbies or drawers are hidden by\nthe covering, giving the homeowner privacy in their affairs. It is also an\nideal canvas for a bold or varnish. Consider bright shades like apple green,\nrose gold or Living Coral. If feeling adventurous, paint the desk one color and\nthe hood another. Put down a tarp to catch debris from sanding and cleaning the\ndesk. Apply primer from the top down. Once dry, use latex enamel paint, avoid\npainting the track or slates. \n\n\n\nFind the right desk for your home, inspired by\nthe April 1958 issue of Better Homes\n& Gardens<\/em> magazine.\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"