Table-desk in modern conditions - convenient multifunctionality (27 photos)

The need to write by hand, filling out a huge amount of paper, answering letters, signing postcards and completing any written instructional tasks, has long been left behind. Prior to traditional writing and computer desks, which perform many functions, there was a special type of furniture called a secretary or desk. His main task was based on the convenient location of the person to perform any written work. Especially if it required a lengthy process and accuracy. The countertop itself always rose, and under it formed a niche for storing papers and stationery.

Cabinet secretary

Varnished secretary

A bit of history

The first furniture of this type appeared at the end of the 17th century in France. In those days, such furniture was a casket with high legs. Inside, under the countertop, there was a place for writing accessories, which was sometimes divided into special compartments of different sizes. Over time, the table was supplemented with cabinets and additional compartments.

Desk for an architect

White desk

A desk-desk was placed in the offices and bedrooms. If he stood in the women's bedroom, the young ladies often used him as a dressing table, storing caskets, letters, jewelry and personal items inside.

Black desk

Office table with decor

The compactness and functionality of this subject made it popular and widespread among other European countries. Such tables began to modernize and improve, making them from different species of wood and decorating in every possible way. Over time, they were equipped with a convenient hinged lid, and he became the subject of decor for the cabinet of the French ruler himself. Since then, tables have been dubbed the "king's bureau."

For functionality and unusual appearance, such furniture has existed to this day. In particular, it is chosen by people with imagination and a desire to unusually decorate the interior of their own home.

Wooden desk

Desk in the nursery

Office desk

Types of office tables

In the classic version, the bureau is presented in the form of a compact table with high legs, in which there is a separate hidden structure for storing small items and stationery. At the same time, the countertop itself can be either retractable or folding, or stationary. Modern furniture developers from this model have taken only the basis and, having improved, presented to the public a convenient, beautiful and functional next-generation desk-bureau. Today it is often used furniture for children's bedrooms, offices, home offices or needlewoman workshops.

Computer desk

Lacquered desk

Modern bureau table

Modern tables of this kind are also corner. They look much more attractive than traditional tables, having several tiers and compartments for storing things, as well as a functional worktop that can take on any kind and angle of inclination. Most often they are made of solid wood, but there are also simple, affordable models from particleboard.

Walnut desk

Desk table with hinged lid

Depending on the style, the tables can be equipped with characteristic fittings: legs, carvings or art paintings. Most often, furniture of this kind is chosen for interior decoration in a classic version or styles: boho, vintage or retro.

Office desk

Plastic office table

Office table benefits

These refined tables are presented in all catalogs of world elite furniture. But in the windows of ordinary shops, minimalist and practical models are increasingly appearing.They do not possess luxurious elements, but are a functional table for writing and handmade in a monophonic style that will fit any interior of a house or apartment.

Side table bureau

Provence-style desk

Desk table with carved legs

A desk-desk often plays the role of a small women's chest of drawers or a corner for needlework, inside which the craftswoman can store her supplies, tools or materials. Such a corner can become a zone of personal space for work, leisure or hobbies. The office desk is perfect for both children and adults, you just need to choose a model suitable for age.

Secretary on steel legs

The secretary on legs

Office table with shelves

This furniture has the following advantages:

  • expressive form and conceptual idea of ​​use;
  • easily fits into any interior of the room;
  • does not take up much space in the room;
  • functionally places a lot of objects inside;
  • different originality and unusual style.

Aged Office Desk

Desk table in modern design

It is these qualities that made the table-desk again popular and in demand. A huge number of additional elements, drawers and shelves give this furniture practicality, reliability and high functionality when used. Elegant forms and originality of the appearance of this table made it the main element in the decoration of any room, regardless of its purpose in the house.

Office table with metal decor

Office table with drawer

Office table with mirror

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