Guest Picks: Ssshhhhh, I'm studying!
It's like a Murphy bed, but it's a desk instead! I'll be honest, this desk is far too small to handle my chaotic (yet organized) style of filing (and studying), but it would be the perfect addition to a small study space. When you need to hit the books, just drop down the desk. When you're done, fold it all back into the wall.
I've always been a fan of the leaning bookcases, and when I first saw this desk I knew I had to have it. I love that the desk is part of a functional unit and that you can dress up your desk area so your office furniture won't stick out so much. Pair this with a cushiony chair and you've got the perfect study nook.
Desk chairs just aren't appealing to me, but these bungee cord chairs seem like fun, and they are supposedly very comfortable too. I love that they come in four different color choices. You know, because your study space needs to be fun!
Admit it: Desk lamps can be boring. But I really like this yellow lamp and think it would be both functional and fun for a good study area.
I have some closet cubes that I use for book storage in my current office space where I study. Unfortunately, my Boston Terriers have taken it upon themselves to "read" more than once, which only resulted in shredded books on the floor. This bookshelf would be the perfect solution for me. My books will be organized and displayed in a nice way, and I won't have to clean up a shredded book ever again.
My current desk chair doesn't roll, and let me tell you, it stinks not being able to push myself from the computer to the file cabinet and back. I know, I know, it's lazy and superficial — but come on! I really like the look of this chair because it doesn't scream "standard desk chair." And I'm not going to lie, I could probably fall asleep in it too!
I love the idea of being able to close off a study space. That way, when you take a break, you're really taking a break. While armoires don't really offer a lot of desk space, they are still functional pieces that offer storage and containment of your desk area.
Such a neat little work lamp would be especially useful for those late-night study sessions when you can't really have every light in the house on. I love that the neck of this lamp is adjustable, so you can point the light exactly where you need it.
My current desk does not offer a lot of storage. I'm trying to rid my desktop of clutter, so I need a storage option that is not just functional, but keeps me organized as well. I love that this unit offers multiple drawers and is on casters.
If I had a desk that looked like this, I'm not sure how much studying I would get done because I wouldn't be able to take my eyes off of the desk. The sleek "airplane wing" design is cool, but I also love how much space the desk offers: There's enough room to spread out.
What. A. Chair. I'm not sure how comfortable it would be, but maybe it really is a good study chair — you know, one you can't fall asleep in.
No, it's not a water faucet. Touch it, and you'll be showered in light, not water. It's such a cool, contemporary desk lamp. Of course, with a desk lamp like this, how much studying will you actually get done?
I am not opposed to using a luscious-looking chair as a desk chair. I mean, if you're sitting at a desk studying for hours, you need to be comfortable, right?
I love the look of metal and wood together, and this set would look especially sharp (and functional) mounted to the wall above a desk. It offers additional storage for books and notebooks without taking up precious desk space.
I'm not opposed to giving my study space some class with a fun chandelier-like table lamp. True, it's not your typical desk lamp, but it will still get the job done.
Oh, hi, fuzzy chair. Your only purpose in life is to thwart my study efforts. And you know what? I'm OK with that. Seriously, I would read War and Peace if I could just sit in this chair while reading (yeah, yeah, you know I really meant sleeping).
I love an L-shaped desk. It provides so much function in such a small space. I love the minimalistic look of this desk ensemble. There are plenty of spaces to hold books, and there are three drawers for filing away papers. Plus, two desk surfaces mean more room to spread out!
Bring your study area to you with this laptop desk. Your laptop fits neatly inside the small desk, so instead of being confined to a room, you can study anywhere in your home.
This is not your momma's file cabinet. No, sir. Sure, it's metal and looks just like any other file cabinet, but this isn't any other file cabinet. It's orange! This is definitely a must-have for my study area.More: 28 Great Real-Life Home Offices
When I think about school, I think about my high school locker. It wasn't white or as tiny as this one, but wouldn't this make a cute addition to a home office? It would be the perfect place to stash my grad school books.
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