Bench Desks: The Perfect Office Desk?

When planning a large office space, flexibility is often a critical factor when choosing your desk style. Is it best to choose traditional, stand-alone desks or a more cost-effective bench desk system?

The conventional desk, whether cantilever, 'I' frame or panel end, certainly offers flexibility in that it can be easily moved to an alternative position with little need for alterations to the desk structure. The problem with conventional desk styles is that they can be expensive, particularly when necessary extras, such as modesty panels and cable management, are added. They are not the most aesthetically pleasing choice either, as there can be a lot of metal leg frame on view.

Modern bench desk systems are engineered to allow the sharing of the central leg (between workstations). With no obtrusive leg in the way, employees have more space to move freely in their work, an essential contribution to wellbeing in the workplace. Teamwork and improved communication are promoted as employees can easily join their neighbor at the adjoining desk for an impromptu meeting or discussion regarding their work. Bench desks are usually constructed with a central beam, out of sight, on the underside of the desk, which creates an exceptionally strong work surface; handy if you are operating with heavy IT equipment such as large screened iMacs. With a central beam, 18mm work tops are usually adequate but look for stronger 25mm tops to be sure your requirements are met.

The biggest advantage of bench desks is their modular design, which caters for changes, whether additional desk space is required or your existing layout needs reconfiguration. A well designed system will have add-ons (extensions) for small meetings, movable shelves and screens as well as matching storage cabinets, all of which are infinitely configurable to meet your office needs. The Gate system by Innova is a particularly good example of this. The modular nature of these systems creates the impression that your office has been designed for its intended purpose, with a clean, flowing, efficient look. Some bench desks have additional features.

The Linnea Bench Desk system by Elite offers sliding work tops which provide quick access to power and data modules. This can be very useful for 'hot desks', where the desk is shared by a number of people or it is used as an occasional desk for visitors. The ability to be able to quickly plug a laptop into the mains, without the need to crawl under the desk, is a real bonus. The Elite Linnea Desk also has cable management built-in at no additional cost.

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There is a popular conception of what an office should look like. It is a place of business, where form and function combine to allow people to conduct their work as efficiently as possible. What many fail to realize, though, is that this appearance relies on far more than just ergonomics. One should always be aware of the importance of appearance, especially when purchasing a desk. Finding the best office desk furniture is not only a matter of having an office that looks nice, but it may well impact the future of your business.

The best office desk furniture is usually a matter of personal choice, but there are a few hard and fast rules that one should follow before actually making a desk purchase. First and foremost, one wants to find a material that lasts. This means absolutely no particle board or cheap wood. One should generally choose a strong wooden desk, preferably of a reliable hard wood, or something of a metallic construction. Both options are significantly more expensive than the bargain brand alternatives, but will rarely if ever have to be replaced.

Next, you need to know that appearance matters in business. It would be lovely to say that your product or work should stand for itself, but both fellow employees and customers place a great deal of stock in how your office looks. You should always purchase something that you would be proud to sit behind, even if it means spending a great deal of extra money. The most popular models are generally made or dark, impressive looking wood, though some executives also choose a more modern metal and glass construction. In either case, it is the appearance that is important. A desk should tell others that you are productive and important, and are worth their time.

Finding office furniture is a balance between looks and function, and neither can be safely marginalized to the benefit of the other. If you want to be successful, it is important to give a great deal of thought to the decor of your office. The desk is where you should be spending the bulk of your time, so it is imperative that you find something that will both show your status and allow you to conduct work efficiently. By doing so, you can send a strong message to both your company and your clients, and prove that you a person with whom business should be done.

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