Executive Desks - Double Pedestal Desks With Style

Executive Desks—Double Pedestal Desks With Style

Executive desks are beloved for their distinctive double-pedestal design. While executive desks come in many different styles, they typically come with pedestal bases outfitted with storage drawers, storage cabinets, and/or filing. We stock a wide selection of high-quality executive desks that are beautifully made and built to last. 

Features of an Executive Desk

• A large work surface: An executive desk typically comes with a large work surface, providing ample room for dual monitors or a computer setup that leaves room for face-to-face meetings. 

• Double-pedestal design: An executive desk usually features a rectangular work surface supported by 2 pedestals (small cabinets). The pedestals offer robust storage space and are usually filled with storage drawers, cabinets, and/or a file drawer. 

• A single work surface: An executive desk features a single rectangular work surface. If you’re looking for an L-shaped desk with similar construction, we recommend shopping for L-shaped pedestal desks. 

• Ample storage: The pedestals on an executive desk allow you to keep business essentials close at hand while maintaining an attractive office aesthetic. 

• Quality construction: An executive desk is often made from high-quality, commercial-grade materials.

• A modesty panel: A modesty panel is a section of the desk below the desk surface that connects the 2 pedestals, providing enhanced privacy while working or hosting meetings in an executive office. 

Office Desk Materials

• Laminate: Because laminate is an engineered material, it can be constructed to withstand high levels of impact and consistent wear. There are different grades of laminate, with some more durable than others. High-performance laminate can be one of the best materials for corporate office settings because of its ability to withstand wear and tear. 

• Wood: Solid wood desks are as beautiful as they are timeless. They also come with a couple of drawbacks: They’re heavy, making them difficult to move, and they aren’t as durable as many performance office furniture materials. Because of this, wood executive desks are usually best used as a home office desk rather than in a commercial office setting. 

• Engineered wood: Engineered wood pairs affordability with durability. If you’re looking for the “solid wood” look but don’t want to pay the price tag that matches it, engineered wood can be an ideal alternative. 

• Metal: Metal is lightweight, affordable, and durable, making it a popular material for office desks, especially in modern silhouettes. You’ll most commonly see it incorporated in desks with mixed materials. For example, you might see a laminate or wood top paired with a metal frame. 

Other Popular Desk Styles

• L-shaped desk: L-shaped desks are made of 2 parts—a desk and a return. The main desk is typically larger. The return is the smaller, often more narrow side, designed to be used as an additional workspace. 

• Standing desk: Standing desks, or adjustable-height standing desks, allow users to move between working in standing or seated positions. 

• Writing desk: Writing desks have a tablelike design that consists of a spacious work surface and minimal built-in storage. 

• Compact desk: Compact desks are designed for small spaces. You can find compact writing desks, L-shaped desks, and compact U-shaped desks, providing you with work surface options even when square footage is a challenge. 

• Corner desk: Corner desks are designed for use in the corner of a room. They differ from L-shaped desks in that the desk has a rounded surface in the corner. However, many people use the terms “L-shaped desk” and “corner desk” interchangeably.

Learn more in the Complete Guide to Office Desks. 

How to Measure for an Office Desk

Measure the size of your office to determine how large of a desk will be possible within the space. When measuring the square footage of the area where you’d like to put your desk, allow at least 2 feet of space around it.

How to Measure for Office Desk Delivery

Measure doorways and stairwells and check against the desk dimensions to ensure the desk will make it into your office. If you need to navigate slender doorways or narrow stairwells on the way to your room of choice, then you may want to consider getting a smaller desk or one that comes ready to assemble (RTA) to make sure that it will fit.

Need Help? We Offer Design Services

NBF is proud to offer complimentary design services. You can work with our office design pros to create the office space of your dreams. 

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