Corners tend to be the most underused space in any room. In a small house, space should not be wasted. A corner computer desk is a great way to turn an unused corner of your home into usable space as a home office. No matter how small a corner you have available, there will be a desk to fit the spot. There are so many types of corner desks, so it’s important to research the different types and features to find the best corner computer desks for your needs.
A computer desk doesn’t have to be an uncomfortable eye sore in your home. Small, well-designed wooden computer desks with one or two simple drawers will fit into the tightest spots in a kitchen, dining room, or guest room. For a family computer or laptop desk that won’t need a lot of desk space for papers and books, a very small desk in an unused corner will be perfect. In a guest room, a good computer desk can also double as a side table or lamp stand.
For a more involved home office with plenty of desk space without taking up a lot of floor space, look for an “L” shaped desk. These longer desks face the corner and expand to the left and right along the walls of the room. For more desk space, add extensions to the sides that are easily accessible with a rolling computer chair. For extra storage for books or papers in tight spots where floor space is hard to find, go upright! Corner desks have more stability than rectangular desks, allowing for taller shelves.
In addition to the great use of space, corner desks have several other selling points. While being in front of a window with a good view can be relaxing, a beautiful view of your yard will be distracting. So if your goal is to focus on work (or homework), standing in front of a corner gives you nothing more to do than do your job. You’ll probably still daydream, but adding a view will only make things worse. A corner desk will also keep everything on your desk close at hand. A quick push of a wheeled computer chair can put the printer on the right and the scanner on the left within easy reach.
Corner computer desks are a more effective use of floor space and make your home office more convenient to use by keeping everything close at hand.