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Working from home is the new normal for a huge number of us now – but many of us have yet to really have the time to consider how we tackle the sticky issue of finding a dedicated space, just for ourselves, away from other members of the family who are also working – or studying – at home. 

But it's not just about finding space – the other factor is not wanting to be able to even see the office paraphernalia at the end of the day. It just makes it so much harder to switch off, right? 

So if you don't have a separate room with a door you can close at 5.30pm, it's time to get creative with your home office ideas. But stylishly – and these hidden desk ideas are H&G's favorite ways to do so.

Hidden desk ideas

Your home office setup may not be ideal. Perhaps it's in a kitchen, bedroom, living room or just on your knees. It may be small – or perhaps you have a large dedicated space, but within an open-plan room? 

Whichever – you will find these hidden desk ideas really, really useful. It's all about disguising the workspace in downtime, whether you close a door or just a lid.

1. Hide a desk behind a sofa

(Image credit: TG Studio)

Console tables behind sofas aren't a new way to create hidden desk ideas but even small ones like this are a clever way to allow you to work in a shared space. Another reason this room by TG Studio works is that the sweeping windowsill is the perfect space to fan out paperwork while you work, while creating a sculptural display surface while you're not.

2. Build a hidden desk into little used floor space

(Image credit: TG Studio)

This extraordinarily clever idea by Thomas Griem's London-based TG Studio shows how work can be carried out in the smallest of spaces if you're creative. This built-in, slide out desk surface offers plenty of work surface space and storage beneath, with very little impact on the floor space. 

'You don't need a lot of space,' says George Saumarez Smith, partner at ADAM Architecture in London. 'My office is 2.9m x 1.8m, and is a kind of nerve center for work. It stops work taking over the home.'

And, of course, with the idea above, when home working stops and you return to the office, this storage and desk space can be easily repurposed as clothes' storage and as a dressing table, with make up and jewelry hidden beneath.

3. Hide a desk under the stairs

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Desks hidden beneath staircases can be really successful if they're subtly done. Yes, you can have units fitted to include storage and to match your staircase's intricate woodwork, but we like this simple contemporary approach, where a niche is cut out, painted and adorned with nothing more than a beautiful piece of wood. This approach keeps the space streamlined and visually uncluttered, perfect for a narrow space.

4. Use a bedroom alcove for a hidden desk

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Bedroom alcoves are the perfect spot for hidden desks – small desks like this one being perfect for letter writing, laptop work and. .. just, quiet time, while armoires with pull-out desktops can combine storage for paperwork or clothes to suit your needs.

When contemplating a home office scheme, function  –  such as storage  –  must be central to your design, but does not have to be visually dominant. Choosing an eye-catching focus, such as a statement office chair or a beautiful antique desk, even a work of art, will distract from the room’s purpose and make it feel as considered as a living space. 

5. Turn a showpiece antique into a hidden desk

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If aesthetics are important and your only option is a freestanding piece, why settle for a conventional desk and run-of-the-mill office storage when an extraordinary piece of furniture can be adapted perfectly well to suit your needs?

This hidden desk space was created by Melissa Hamilton of Chelsea-based Studio Indigo . 'For this scheme, we wanted to create a private study for the owner of the house,' says Melissa, who chose a warm, neutral wall color to set off the deep, rich shades of the furniture. 'It takes the form of a delicately hand-painted chinoiserie bureau in the master bedroom suite...[a] much loved antique found on [the owners'] travels.'

Although only used for correspondence, it's easy to appreciate how much storage there is available to hold everything needed for a small home office. Melissa is also at pains to point out that when a study area is included in another space, such as a bedroom, it is crucial to factor in how it will impact the wider scheme. 'Even when this desk is not in use, it is a very aesthetically pleasing arrangement,' she says.

6. Divide an open plan space with doors

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If your existing office is part of an open plan layout and you simply can’t get the peace and quiet you desire, then consider closing off the end you are working in with doors. 

Sliding doors take up less space than hinged designs and if you choose ones that are full of character they will add a design statement as well as being practical.  

Painting the office area in a darker more dramatic shade also zones it and makes it clear that it has a purpose compared to the rest of the scheme. 

7. Hide a desk inside fitted wardrobes

2LG Studio was founded by creative duo, Jordan Cluroe and Russell Whitehead. They design bold and beautiful residential and commercial interiors and naturally, their home is the epitome of cool and colorful design. 

‘This is our home studio space; we live and work from here so it has to work hard for both of us. By day all the doors are open to our sample library and computers and by night we can tuck it all away neatly, close the doors and entertain,' says Jordan. 

They chose a dramatic shade of electric blue for the interior which pops perfectly with the Floor Story rug that blends perfectly when the doors are open. 

8. Reconsider windowless spaces you'd dismissed

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Have a look around your home with fresh eyes – where is there spare space that you had previously dismissed as unsuitable, perhaps because it had no natural light? It may even currently be an enclosed cupboard with a stud wall that you can remove – or the back half of a long kitchen/diner and living space.

Rather than setting up the space as desk only, go broken plan, with glazed interior walls – and door – that allow natural light in, but keep noise from others out. 

For this homework station, architect Chantal Michelin of Flower Michelin natural light was borrowed from a glazed extension. This smart space includes a desk that slides in to allow access to the cupboards below, thereby increasing storage possibilities. Plugs, the router and cabling are all hidden within the cupboards, along with a small printer. 

9. Pick mirrored furniture to make your desk disappear

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You've heard the phrase 'smoke and mirrors' and that is precisely the trick you can resort to if you are hiding a desk in a bedroom. 

Elegant mirrored furniture, kept tidy and used carefully, will look beautiful, enhance your bedroom and won't take up visual space where you either want to disguise a study area – or in a small home office that relies on as much clever furnishing as possible.  

And, of course, in a bedroom, a neat mirrored desk, like this Versailles desk by Oka , will look more like a pretty dressing table than a workhorse.

10. Invest in a purpose-built, standalone home office

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This all-in-one option by The Dormy House is the very quickest way to create a hidden desk. 

Doors closed, it looks like a smart piece of furniture – and you can have it painted and choose door furniture to suit your scheme. Doors open, and it's a perfectly functional small home office. 

The clever bit is that the doors are double hinged so they can wrap around the sides and you can use them as a pinboard too. It comes with adjustable shelving, pull out shelves and the standard hole to hide all your wires. Storage underneath is key, so look for a design that gives you enough space for a printer and stationery. 

How can I hide a desk in my living room?

Desks can be hidden in living rooms in a number of ways. The least obvious way to hide a desk is by placing it behind another piece of furniture, such as at the back of a sofa – this work particularly well in open plan spaces. Another option is to put a desk into a living room alcove – within an armoire is the best way to hide it but choose one with a light finish to ensure it doesn't look bulky. You can also hide a desk in a living room by using a screen to pull across it when not in use.

25 Best Desks for Small Spaces

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Best Space-Saver

Gold Flamingo Alexzander Reversible Desk

Best Space-Saver

Gold Flamingo Alexzander Reversible Desk

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$670 at Wayfair

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Pros
Cons

This clear acrylic desk is a smart choice for anyone with an affinity for contemporary design. While it doesn't offer much in terms of storage, it does offer the illusion of what we call invisible furniture. In fact, because you can see right through it from every angle, acrylic furniture is ideal for small spaces because they make the room look bigger.

Dimensions31.5" W x 20" D x 27.5" H
AssemblyNo
MaterialAcrylic

Most Industrial

For Friend of Family Industrial Rustic Wall-Mount Desk

Most Industrial

For Friend of Family Industrial Rustic Wall-Mount Desk

$105 at Amazon

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Pros

We love a wall-mounted desk because it hardly takes up any space. Plus, you can store a stool beneath it, which saves even more room! This one, which is hand-stained and available in multiple lengths, is one of our favorites because it is super sturdy. In fact, it's bolted to the wall using cast iron brackets.

Dimensions24" W x 14" D x 12" H
AssemblyYes
MaterialWood and cast iron

Most Feminine

Frontgate Hadley Writing Desk

Most Feminine

Frontgate Hadley Writing Desk

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$1,400 at Frontgate

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Pros
Cons

Whether you use it as a writing desk in your home office or a vanity in the bathroom, you'll feel like royalty while sitting at the Hadley table. It's painted mahogany with hand-woven cane details adorning each drawer. It's dainty, it's feminine, and it's highly functional.

Dimensions45" W x 22" D x 30" H
AssemblyNo
MaterialMahogany

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Best Reinterpretation

Homary Midcentury Modern Secretary Desk

Best Reinterpretation

Homary Midcentury Modern Secretary Desk

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$960 at homary.com

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Pros
Cons

A secretary desk is one of our favorite long-lost styles, so consider this our plea for the 18th-century staple to make a comeback. Secretary desks are all different, but each one comprises multiple cubbies and hidden compartments. This one, from Homary, is a more contemporary take on the classic look, with tapered legs, wooden pulls, and a sliding door.

Dimensions27.6" W x 18.9" D x 48.4" H
AssemblyPartial
MaterialPine

Most Sleek

Burrow Index Desk

Most Sleek

Burrow Index Desk

$499 at Burrow

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Pros
Cons

Burrow's collection of minimalist desks is one of the best on the market. There may not be deep drawers or cubbies, but the index desk does include a sleek pocket shelf to store keeping a closed laptop or a keyboard and trackpad hidden when you're not using them.

Dimensions36" W x 22" D x 30" H
AssemblyYes
MaterialVeneered plywood and ash

Best Standing

Floyd The Standing Desk

Best Standing

Floyd The Standing Desk

$764 at FLOYD

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Pros
Cons

The benefits of standing desks are unmatched. Not only do they burn calories, but they also give you naturally energy bursts and improve your posture. The Floyd standing desk is complete with a durable powder-coated steel frame and a high-grade birch plywood surface. It also has a 350-pound lifting capacity, so feel free to load the desk with as much stuff as you want.

Dimensions54” W x 26” D x 25.6”-51" H
AssemblyYes
MaterialPowder-coated steel and plywood

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Most Ergonomic

Geiger Leatherwrap Sit-to-Stand Desk

Most Ergonomic

Geiger Leatherwrap Sit-to-Stand Desk

$3,595 at Design Within Reach

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Pros
Cons

Another adjustable desk we're obsessed with? This Geiger example, which marries the best of a modern standing desk with a traditional worktable. It's crafted by hand using a wood inset adorned with buttery soft leather. It's an ergonomic investment we'd definitely recommend for anyone in search of a special find.

Dimensions44.6" W x 28.1" x D x 46.75" H
AssemblyNo
MaterialWood and leather

Most Midcentury

Haldin Espen Writing Desk

Most Midcentury

Haldin Espen Writing Desk

$620 at havenly.com

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Pros
Cons

A midcentury modern-inspired writing desk is always a good idea. This Haldin discovery features all of the hallmarks of traditional post-war design, including tapered wooden legs, a lack of hardware, and clean lines. You may not be able to tell, but it also comes with two wide drawers.

Dimensions45" W x 20" D x 30" H
AssemblyNo
MaterialAcacia

Most Simple

BDI Stance Lift Desk

Most Simple

BDI Stance Lift Desk

$1,799 at Lumens

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Pros
Cons

We promise; this is the last standing desk on our list. We had to include it because it's so sleek and simple. This desk is as sturdy as it is functional, with concealed motors and a hand-made powder-coated aluminum and steel frame. It's also available in three sizes, so you're bound to find one that fits your space.

Dimensions48" W x. 25" D x 24" H
AssemblyYes
MaterialTempered glass and powder-coated aluminum and steel

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Most Versatile

Article Valis Oak Desk

Most Versatile

Article Valis Oak Desk

$499 at Article

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Pros
Cons

Whether you use the Valis as a desk or an entryway console, it's elegant in its simplicity, with its solid wood frame. One warning, though: Tiny cracks may appear in the wood if it experiences drastic changes in humidity and temperature.

Dimensions47.25" W x 18" D x 30"H
AssemblyPartial
MaterialSolid wood

Best Colors

PBTeen Blaire Classic Desk

Best Colors

PBTeen Blaire Classic Desk

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$479 at Pottery Barn Teen

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Pros
Cons

Technically, this desk was designed for teenagers, but there's nothing about it that says "juvenile" to us. From the crisp white surface to the muted brass accents, this is an ideal desk for any small home office or living area. If you want to make it a bit more adult-friendly, opt for a chair that doesn't necessarily match.

Dimensions40" W x 18" D x 30" H
AssemblyNo
MaterialPoplar

Smallest Surface

Crate & Barrel Sawyer Black Desk

Smallest Surface

Crate & Barrel Sawyer Black Desk

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$159 at Crate & Barrel

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Pros
Cons

For a really tight squeeze, you can't go wrong with Crate & Barrel's Sawyer desk, which leans against the wall like a ladder. Just be sure to mount it to the wall so it doesn't tip over. It includes two open shelves and a single drawer, so there's plenty of storage space despite the fact that this desk is only 20 inches wide.

Dimensions27.5" W x 20" D x 76" H
AssemblyYes
MaterialHardwood

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Most Deceptively Sturdy

Southern Enterprises Holly & Martin Haeloen Wall Mount Desk

Most Deceptively Sturdy

Southern Enterprises Holly & Martin Haeloen Wall Mount Desk

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$124 at Walmart$199 at Home Depot$161 at Overstock

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Pros
Cons

Another ladder desk that mounts to your wall, this stylish find not only gives you a sizable workspace, but it has two shelves that are just as wide as the desk. Plus, the thin worktop can actually support up to 80 pounds.

Dimensions20" W x 30" D x 70" H
AssemblyYes
MaterialWood composite and iron

Most Simple

West Elm Midcentury Mini Secretary

Most Simple

West Elm Midcentury Mini Secretary

$549 at West Elm

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Pros
Cons

We couldn't include only one secretary desk. This one, a bit more petite, is more mid-2oth-century than it is mid-18th, but we still love it. It features a flip-down cubby that reveals both a sizable storage unit and a workspace for laptops, notebooks, and anything else you may need to get you through the workday.

Dimensions28" W x 15" D x 44. 5" H
AssemblyPartial
MaterialEucalyptus wood

Best Overall

Umbra Swivo Wood Desk

Best Overall

Umbra Swivo Wood Desk

$475 at Saks Fifth Avenue$475 at Walmart$475 at Home Depot

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Pros
Cons

Umbra, a Toronto-based furniture company that specializes in sustainable, minimalist furniture, is a name you probably recognize because its carefully crafted pieces are often sold at some of the best retailers, including West Elm, The Container Store, and yes, even Saks Fifth Avenue. The Swivo desk may not come with traditional storage, but it does include an elevated open shelf for small goods, like headphones and chargers. It also comes in two finishes, blonde wood and a slightly richer alternative.

Dimensions50” W x 22” D x 35. 5” H
AssemblyNo
MaterialWalnut

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Most Modular

Mercury Row White Duffy Desk

Most Modular

Mercury Row White Duffy Desk

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$139 at Wayfair

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Pros
Cons

This desk's sleek design actually slides into an L-shape, creating ample space where you need it. Double surfaces allow you to store a movable filing cabinet underneath or set up your dual screen. For the folks who work from home every day, this transformative desk is for you.

Dimensions47.24" W x 18.11" D 32.09" H
AssemblyPartial
MaterialEngineered wood

Most Affordable

Mainstays Side Storage Desk

Most Affordable

Mainstays Side Storage Desk

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$40 at Walmart

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Pros
Cons

For under $50, you can make your space work smarter, not harder. Arrange your plants, books, and accessories on the clever shelves on the side of the desk.

Dimensions36" W x 21.2" D x 36" H
AssemblyYes
MaterialManufactured wood and metal

Best Shape

Pottery Barn Allen Extending C-Table

Best Shape

Pottery Barn Allen Extending C-Table

$249 at Pottery Barn

Pros
Cons

If you're looking for a versatile table that can be used as a workspace for answering emails, try a C-table. It's great for holding cups of tea, movie popcorn, or your laptop—plus, it has two leaves, meaning you can extend it if you need a little extra space sometimes.

Dimensions29.5" W x 5.5" D x 21" H
AssemblyNo
MaterialMango wood and iron

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Best Deal

Dot & Bo Graciela Desk

Best Deal

Dot & Bo Graciela Desk

Now 79% Off

$216 at dotandbo. com

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Pros
Cons

Would you believe us if we told you this stunning desk is a whopping 75% off? Believe it! Available in both white and black, the Graciela is equal parts industrial and rustic, meaning it will work in just about any office space. Plus, you may not be able to tell from the photo, but there are two sleek drawers that gently slide out to reveal a deep storage space.

Dimensions43.3" W x 21.6" D x 30" H
AssemblyYes
MaterialManufactured wood

Best Distressed

Arhaus Merle Writing Desk

Best Distressed

Arhaus Merle Writing Desk

Now 33% Off

$799 at Arhaus

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Pros
Cons

This antique-inspired writing desk looks like something we'd find in the library of an old French chateau, and that's exactly why we love it. It comes in three finishes, each of which is hand-sculpted and -distressed in Indonesia by local artisans.

Dimensions35" W x 23" D x 33" H
AssemblyNo
MaterialTeak

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