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Computer Desk 

 

The customer requested a computer desk where he could work standing up, and which could be closed to hide all traces of modernity, like his computer. This would, he felt, maintain a consistent Arts & Crafts appearance in his Craftsman-style bungalow. Our computer desk solution is a cross between a Clerk's desk, a Secretary, and a small wardrobe. [Computer Desk] This computer desk is 64" tall, 36" wide, 22" deep. Yes, it's an anachronism, not really of the American Arts & Crafts era. But then so is the coffee table, which came into common usage in the 1920's. Made of quarter sawn white oak except of the interior shelves, which are made of plain white oak. Finished to standard. The leather work surface, 32" by 20", is supported by brass plated steel chains. The work surface and cabinet doors fasten magnetically. No other metal is used in the construction. The shelves are secured by tenon and tusk joints. Seven drawers and a note sheet pigeonhole are recessed in the console.


[Computer Desk Detail #1]



The photo to the right shows the recess in the console.

[Computer Desk Detail #2]



To the left is a closeup of the drawers in the recessed console.

[Computer Desk Detail #3]



The photo on the right shows a closeup of one pair of tenon and tusks in the side panel.