Nordic Soul Interiors
The secretary desk is a much under-estimated super versatile classic piece of furniture. I think it is used not nearly as much as it could and with so many styles on the market there is an option for every space. They come in many shapes, sizes, and designs from sleek and modern to traditional vintage or antique. A vintage find on the second-hand market offers a great opportunity to upcycle to fit a specific interior. Which is not only a sustainable and cost-effective choice but also a chance to achieve a one-of-a-kind piece that will add personality and interest to your space.
Let your interiors tell a story by using vintage and antique furniture.
With its secret compartments and drawers that can be hidden away by a drop-down or roll-down panel, secretaries fall somewhere between a desk, dresser, hutch, and cabinet.
Traditionally it was of course meant as a writing desk with room for storage, a compact home office of a bygone era.
Today they can still be used as a very practical workspace for someone working from home but do not have a separate home office. But there are so many other uses for this multi-tasking ‘workhorse’, they can be repurposed and integrated into the interior of almost every room of your home.
Here is some inspiration and ideas of how to incorporate a secretary desk in your interiors.
Sweetpea & Willow
Living room
A secretary desk is an obvious choice for a living room that needs to double as an office. You can hide away the clutter at the end of the day by simply closing the drop-down ledge. You can then sit back and relax on your sofa without having to look at your desk! If you have the space, opt for a taller piece with a hutch. Not only does it provide tons of storage, but it also draws the eyes up and brings height to the room.
vintagefabriken.se
Designer Josh Young
Dining room
In the dining room, a secretary desk with a glass hutch is a lovely way to free up space in your kitchen and a chance to display special items.
apartmenttherapy.com
The drop-down desk can be used as extra serving space when needed or be used as a bar cart. The drawers can hide cutlery, table linen, candles etc
Image via Lonny
Bathroom
Add storage, warmth, and personality to your bathroom with a vintage or antique piece. Not only will it increase your storage space, but it can also be the perfect vanity – all you need to do is pull up a chair, add a mirror and task lighting.
Because it is not the most obvious space to see this type of furniture, it gives you a chance to stand out a little and add your own twist to your space.
Stacey.AtHome
Bedroom
Again, another space that is a perfect choice. Apart from being a workspace it can double up as a vanity, jewellery cabinet or a space to just hide away clutter. Select one with drawers for the additional storage space below.
Historiska Hem
StyleRoom
Childs bedroom or playroom
Perfect as an arts and craft table with space for all the material and tools needed. Add some colourful patterns to the drawers for a playful and inspirational look.
Hallway, nook, landing or awkward space
If you have a space in your home that you do not really know what to do with a secretary desk could be the solution. It will present itself as an occasional workspace and give you that much needed extra storage, but you can also style it to add some great interest to a space that wouldn’t naturally be in focus.
Marie Flanigan Interiors
Photo Karen Loffing
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