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Exotic Woods For Executive Desks

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011 by

Are you planning to have an executive desk custom-made from scratch for your office? Tried and true materials like maple, mahogany, walnut, cherry, and oak are all good choices. But if you pick a traditional wood, you really need to go above and beyond with the architecture of the desk to make it unique. Another possibility is choosing exotic lumber that brings its own character to your desk – using the rest of the design to showcase the wood itself. The example at the top of this post is curly myrtle slabs under glass tops from exoticwoodfurniture.com. It’s a great example of how you can use a piece of wood of any shape to make a desk. Here are two more of the many exotic woods you might want to consider:

Koa

This is a highly sought after wood in the Hawaiian cabinetry and furniture trade. It stains to a rich golden or red color that highlights the shimmering quality of the tiger striped grain. This is a fast growing hardwood that is similar in quality to walnut. A full desk veneered in koa would definitely be eye-catching.

Padauk - Amboyna Burl

This highly figured burl is from the Narra tree in Eastern Asia and Africa. It’s swirling design is captivating and deeply colored (reddish orange or purple). The rich natural hue of this wood means it can be finished with or without a stain. Padauk is known for its resistance to warping or decay.

Favorite Italian Executive Desk Designs

Friday, May 6th, 2011 by

There are a lot of great U.S. manufacturers for office furniture, cubicles, and seating; but occasionally a situation calls for something really special. Executive office desks are one item that people tend to buy because it’s different rather than because it matches the rest of a company’s décor. When it comes to stylish desks, imported Italian designs are a top pick.

The Wayback Machine

The Italians have been designing gorgeous desks for hundreds of years. If you don’t believe it, check out this antique beauty. It’s solid wood with gold plated trim. The bookcase and desk set is valued new at 60-70 grand. But it’s yours for the low, low price of $16,500.

Segno by Della Rovere

This series of glass and metal desks are the antithesis of ornate. Here’s a black glass oval executive desk with two circular side tables. This furniture ink blot test should give visitors a sensation that they are in the presence of greatness.

UFFIX – Tazio Prestige

The Tazio desk has it all – modern styling, functionality, and expensive wood. The exotic wood varieties featured in this executive desk are called Aniegre and Bubinga. That’s sure to be a conversation starter when someone comments on your beautifully furnished corner office. Prestige? I should think so!

Her Majesty, the Queen

This Manerba Queen executive desk from Furnitalia is another sectional desk that has add-ons available for conferencing. The smooth metal columns combined with the rich red finish give this piece an air of elegance fit for royalty.

Back to the USA

If you want a top shelf desk without having to ship it from Europe, there are also some very nice designs you can order locally. For example, San Diego Cubicles Office Environments has a contemporary wood finished L-Desk with a P-Top that captures the geometric stylings of some of the best Italian furniture.