10 Ideas For Desks Under the Stairs
See how desks under staircases can transform a dead zone into a mini office, a study or a workshop
Rashmi Haralalka
7 December 2018
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Can’t find room for a home office or a study? If you have a home with a staircase, then the space beneath it is a gold mine for creative possibilities. Take a look at these homes with under-stairs desks with storage, which show how this accessible area can be transformed into a functional work zone.
The ‘floating’ desk under the stairs seems to flow from the cantilevered staircase, creating a light and airy work hub, with plenty of room for two monitors. Even the white chair with an open-mesh backrest adds to the ultra-modern ambience.
See how a home office or study, complete with storage, can be squeezed under the narrowest of stairs. A combination of metal pipes, shelves and wooden boxes, and a small chair and board of wood are used to set up a creative and functional work zone.
Follow this step-by-step guide to a home office
Follow this step-by-step guide to a home office
As you can see here, an office can be tucked into an alcove beneath the stairs. A spotlight accentuates the open shelves and creates visual interest, while the dark wood adds a touch of warmth to the area.
Even though it’s tucked into a corner, this under-stairs desk enjoys plenty of natural light, placed under a window. A warm and secluded getaway in your home for brainstorming, studying or just reading.
Though located in a tiny spot, the minimal desk under the staircase doesn’t feel like it has been pushed into a corner because of the open stair design. Using an ottoman gives a more relaxed and casual vibe to this space.
This long, long multifunctional desk beneath the stairs blends seamlessly with the sleek and modern decor. It is complemented by the long sideboard across the passage along the wall at left.
A simple built-in corner desk under the stairs helps create a cosy nook under the stairs. Being away from the main thoroughfare area, the placement of this corner desk is unobtrusive and yet easy-to-access. One can even fit in some high floating cabinets for some storage.
See these chic, smart desk designs for urban homes
See these chic, smart desk designs for urban homes
Don’t you love how unique sloping angles give a cosy vibe to this under-staircase desk? A swivel chair is a clever idea so you can slide in and out with ease, considering the low ceiling. The bright light completes the home-office experience.
With a built-in desk and bookshelves, this recess area transforms into a stylish workspace or study with a clean-lined layout. The L-shaped floating desk leaves plenty of room for shelves and to move about.
This computer desk under the stairs offers plenty of storage for the PC and stationery with drawers, cupboards and open shelves. The chair goes right under the desk to save more space.
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12 Amazing Under-Stairs Planning and Decorating Ideas
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Do you have an under-stairs desk? Show us by posting an image in Comments below.
Read more:
12 Amazing Under-Stairs Planning and Decorating Ideas
10 Innovative Designs for Kids’ Study Tables
Tell us:
Do you have an under-stairs desk? Show us by posting an image in Comments below.
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Loved the L shaped floating desk for a little #homeoffice space these days. Using a small desk fan or USB fan from Luxaire is recommended as a design curio and for personal cooling at the same time!