Luxury Desks & Home Office Furniture: Creating a Beautiful Workspace
A home office should be more than somewhere to answer emails. It should inspire ideas, help you focus and feel every bit as considered as the rest of your home.
Our home office collection brings together solid timber and sculptural desks, designer desk chairs, statement shelving, lighting and wall art, for interiors where looks matter as much as function. Whether you work from home full-time or just need a beautiful place to think, this guide will help you create a workspace that works beautifully.
Desk Sizes at a Glance
- 145cm wide: the Bordeaux (145 × 65 × 76cm). Ideal for a laptop and documents, or a single monitor.
- 150cm wide: the Balmoral (150 × 70 × 76cm) and the Milos (150 × 70 × 80cm).
- 160 to 170cm wide: the Miami Large (160 × 70 × 82cm) and the Verona (170 × 80 × 80.5cm), with room for a monitor and spread-out work.
- 180cm wide: the Santorini (180 × 80 × 78cm), our most generous executive desk.
As a guide, 100 to 120cm suits a laptop nook, 140 to 160cm suits most home offices, and 160cm or more suits multiple screens or a dedicated executive study.
Choosing a Desk
Start with how you work. Do you use a laptop or need room for monitors? Do you spread out paperwork? Would drawers help, or do you prefer a clear surface? The best desk fits your routine and your room.
Classic timber desks
- Bordeaux: inspired by classic English faux-bamboo furniture, in solid American oak with brass hardware, in Green, Navy or Ivory. It arrives fully assembled.
- Balmoral: traditional craftsmanship in solid European timber with solid brass hardware, in Cognac or Charcoal. It arrives fully assembled.
Statement desks
- Santorini: hand-carved, solid old-growth timber with a relaxed bohemian character, in Black or Mud Grey.
- Verona: solid oak with sculptural legs and a clean architectural silhouette, in Natural or Black.
A statement desk shines when the rest of the room is restrained: simple shelving, an elegant chair and one beautiful lamp.
Modern desks
- Milos: softly rounded edges, a streamlined profile and built-in drawers, in Black or Ivory. It arrives fully assembled.
- Miami Large: a clean, modern design in Black or White.
Desk Height, Depth and Ergonomics
What's the right desk height?
Standard desks are around 72 to 76cm high. Our designer desks range from 76cm (Bordeaux and Balmoral) to 78cm (Santorini), 80cm (Milos), 80.5cm (Verona) and 82cm (Miami). For comfortable typing, keep your shoulders relaxed, elbows close to your body and wrists straight. If a desk sits a little higher, raise your chair and add a footrest.
How deep should a desk be?
A 65 to 70cm depth suits laptop work. For a desktop monitor, 70 to 80cm gives you room to sit at a comfortable viewing distance. The Verona and Santorini are 80cm deep.
Measuring your room
Allow about 90cm behind the desk to pull out your chair and move around. Check for doorways, drawers and nearby furniture. If the desk will face into the room, make sure it looks good from every side.
Choosing a Desk Chair
- Noosa Rattan: a woven rattan back on a timber frame with an upholstered seat, 360° swivel, adjustable seat height and castors. The Noosa Rattan Desk Chair is perfect for coastal and transitional studies.
- Positano: the Positano Desk Chair has a padded seat and back in charcoal and natural fabric, with a sleek contemporary look.
- Avalon: the Avalon Faux Leather Desk Chair is a high-back executive chair with armrests, in tobacco PVC-free faux leather.
What makes an office chair comfortable?
- A seat height that suits your desk, with feet flat on the floor.
- Good back support and a comfortable seat depth and width.
- Armrests at the right height, if fitted.
- Adjustability for your body and the room to change posture.
A decorative chair is lovely for occasional work, but for long days at a computer, prioritise support and adjustment.
Home Office Storage
- Heston Shelving Unit: the brass frame with 8mm tempered glass shelves (100 × 35 × 200cm) adds glamour.
- Tudor Shelving Unit: warm walnut-finish timber, as the 2-tier (160 × 35 × 100cm) or the taller 4-tier (140 × 35 × 160cm).
- Desks with drawers: the Milos has built-in drawers for stationery and paperwork, so you won't need a separate cabinet.
Style shelves with a few books, storage boxes and sculptural objects, and leave some space empty. Plan where cables will run before you place the desk, and use a cable tray to keep things tidy.
Home Office Lighting
- Desk lamps: focused task light for reading and writing. The Hamlin Desk Lamp adds a refined brass finish. Position it to avoid glare on your screen.
- Floor lamps: a softer layer of light. Choose the Munich Marble, Essex Marble, Ariz Marble or Montrose in Black or Brass. Place one beside an armchair to create a reading corner.
- Natural light: place your desk side-on to a window to enjoy daylight without screen glare.
See all our lighting, including table lamps and floor lamps.
Styling a Luxury Home Office
- Start with the desk: a coloured Bordeaux suits a classic study with brass lighting, while a natural Verona suits a calm, contemporary room.
- Add texture: combine timber, upholstery, metal and woven materials.
- Add wall art: give the room personality with pieces like the Lanvin Black and White, Toujour, Valli or Rue De Luxe. Explore our Art Studio.
- Mind your video background: a styled shelf or artwork behind you looks professional. Avoid sitting with a bright window directly behind you.
- Finish with a rug: a designer rug defines the workspace. If your chair has castors, choose a low pile.
Which style suits my office?
- Classic executive: the Bordeaux or Balmoral, with tailored seating and brass lighting.
- Contemporary luxury: the Verona, Milos or Miami, with restrained colours and sculptural pieces.
- Coastal: natural timber with the Noosa Rattan chair, linen and soft neutrals. See our Hamptons style furniture.
- Hollywood Regency: a coloured desk, the brass Heston shelving and sculptural lighting. See our Hollywood Regency furniture.
- Minimalist: a streamlined desk, concealed storage and one beautiful lamp.
Small Spaces and Executive Offices
A home office in a small space
A beautiful workspace can fit in a bedroom, living room or corner. Choose a desk that gives you the surface you need without blocking movement, use tall shelving to make the most of wall height, and pick a desk that looks like furniture rather than a workstation.
An executive home office
In a larger room, float the desk facing into the room so it becomes the centrepiece and welcomes visitors. Add an armchair for reading or meetings, and a statement shelving unit for storage and character.
Buying Home Office Furniture Online
- Check full dimensions, and measure doors, stairs and lifts for delivery.
- Solid timber varies naturally in grain and colour, which is part of its character.
- Check assembly: the Bordeaux, Balmoral and Milos arrive fully assembled, while the Verona and Miami need some assembly.
- Check the dispatch time on each product page.
- For full-time work, consider the desk height, chair and lighting together.
Home Office FAQs
What's a good desk width for working from home?
140 to 160cm suits most people, with room for a laptop or monitor and paperwork.
How deep should a home office desk be?
70 to 80cm is ideal for a monitor. 65cm works for laptop-only use.
What's the standard desk height?
Around 72 to 76cm. Designer desks can sit a little higher, so pair them with an adjustable chair.
What is an executive desk?
A substantial desk for a dedicated study, with a generous surface and strong presence, such as the 180cm Santorini or 170cm Verona.
Should my office chair match my desk?
No. Complementary materials and colours look more considered than a matching set.
Is a rattan desk chair comfortable?
The Noosa has an upholstered seat, adjustable height and swivel, so it's comfortable for everyday work.
Can I put a desk in my bedroom?
Yes. Choose a desk that complements your bedroom furniture and keep the surface tidy so it doesn't dominate.
What's the best lighting for a home office?
A mix of natural light, a desk lamp for tasks and a floor lamp for ambience, positioned to avoid screen glare.
Are solid timber desks durable?
Yes. Solid timber lasts for decades with care. Dust regularly and protect the surface from heat and spills.
Where can I buy luxury desks in Australia?
Attica House offers designer desks, desk chairs, shelving, lighting and wall art, with delivery Australia-wide.
A Beautiful Place to Work
A beautifully designed workspace can change how your working day feels. From solid timber and hand-carved desks to elegant chairs, statement shelving and lighting, create a space that feels productive, comfortable and distinctly yours.
Because a beautiful place to work makes all the difference.
