Looking for some nice DESK IDEAS for your workspace?
Making something on your own always saves money and feels special. Do you have your desk? I know it’s YES!
The desk is a personal space for every individual. If you are a working person, a student, a kid, a scientist, a medico, a reader, a writer or crafter or whomever so it is.. Everyone needs a Desk!
You just have to choose the perfect place for your desk and some little spark of creativity. Here are different budget-friendly desk ideas with tutorials for making home and office utility desks. I’ll help you find out your desk type…
A good and optimized desk should be well designed, high quality, perfect construction and high strength & resistance
A desk shows the personality of the user. It may vary from person to person. It depends on how you choose your desk style, how you organize them, what props you use, what colors you chose, etc..
Do you know about desk personalities?
People who have a cluttered desk space tend to have an extroverted personality. They may be less productive but can be more creative.
Likewise, people who keep their space tidy tend to have an introverted personality. They are organized people who keep up with time management.
Also know what great geniuses like Albert Einstein, Mark Twain, Steve Jobs, and Thomas Edison have had messy cluttered desks.
So let’s get started…
10 Best DIY Desk Ideas for home space on a budget
1. The Floating Desk:
You came to the right place if you need a desk that is very much affordable but also easier to make. A floating desk is a unique type of furniture. It doesn’t have supporting legs but instead just floats by being attached to a wall, hence the name.
It can be permanently mounted on the wall or can be a convertible folding desk. This only requires less floor space and can save more move around area.
Check out this easiest ever DIY floating desk tutorial by Kaleidoscope living. So shall we float all the way!?
2. The Pinterest Desk:
The perfect Pinterest desk could be an ideal AESTHETIC desk space!! Aesthetics are regarded as beauty or art. It is all about getting your perfect props for your desk space.
The layout of the desk can be any type. You can even make one from an already existing one in your home. How about I give you a few ideas on what you need to add…
Pin boards or notice boards for pins and sticky notes >> Have a little pot plant for a company >> Place a coaster for your coffee mugs >> Bring your top 5 books to the corner >> Have a pen stand >> Arrange all the cute stuff you feel like ‘It’s my type’ >> Organize the drawers with separators >> a small Pixar lamp >> display your photo collage memories for extra positive vibe
Ready already? So start setting up your desk now…
There are different types of aesthetic themes such as grunge, soft-girl, monochromatic, street style, cottage core, cyber, etc… Here is a collection of Aesthetic desk inspiration ideas by Valemoods.
Always choose your desk according to the lightning in the room
3. The Slim Desk:
If you are a person who is more lively living in studio apartments.. This one’s for you!
You all know studio setup apartments is a fully organized home in one single space or area. You’ll have your cot and sofa at the center, kitchen cabinet on the side, bathroom at the corner.
Oh! Yes, you know what else is missing? You definitely need a desk in your space! Everyone usually works on the bed or on the sofa, which will make you cozy but a little unproductive. Start creating a professional corner with this Slim desk tutorial even in a small space by Undeclared Panache.
This slim desk is adequate for your working space with drawers to keep things. You can have a ceiling light just like this for more professionalism. You can plan to keep them near your living area (Just away from your bed.. So you won’t suddenly feel like sleeping XD)
4. Corner Desk:
So what’s so special about the corner desk? It is optimistic for both mind and body. It is the most flexible desk space which helps you to work effectively. It usually comes with an L-shaped desk which gives you more working space and also increases the room space.
Mostly paired with a rolling chair to reach out from this to that corner of the desk. You can use them as multi-purpose. Watch this cute simple making of the DIY Corner desk by Shanty 2 chic.
Build a DIY corner desk and enjoy your new workspace.
5. Binge your Desk:
This is the best convertible desk for your work from home office. If you are more workaholic, this type of desk is more suitable for you. You can work, carry around, watch movies, sit, stand and replace again and again. It is extremely helpful. It has an accessory shelf and adjustable height mechanism with rolling wheels.
Check out this sit-to-stand rolling adjustable height desk with storage
You can just binge on your desk all day!!
6. Twin Desk for Kids:
Let’s see some ideas so you can just fit your two kids in one desk. With this DIY double-sided desk for your home or office space by HGTV, it is possible for turning a small space into a utility area with portable desks.
Am not kidding, this is the best way to build your DIY desk space. I’ll tell you why…
It has single table with two chair on both the sides >> the chair can be opened to store your supplies >> it has a white to visualize or doodle your ideas >> it has a separator with boards and clamps for some storage >> can be connected to socket under
You too agree it is the best right?? Waiting for you to create one in your home too…
7. Artist Desk:
Every art and craft enthusiast will always long for an ideal desk which is well organized. Of course, every art and craft student or kindergarten kid or even professional may have this chaos of supplies all around them. This may make us feel happy that we are hard working at times.. But actually happens to end up distracted and lacking in creativity.
That is why the artist desk has a well-organized setup with drawers, peg boards, shelves and other storage for all their supplies. Depending on the art major you are pursuing, you can create your desk.
Here are a few artistic DIY desk ideas for your craft room by Craftsy hacks. Choose the perfect one for you and develop your desk.
When you utilize a space for some specific reason, the space actually catches your vibe
8. Work from Home Desk:
A perfect studio type desk looks sturdy and will last long. It is a permanent corner of your home where it feels productive.
Choose a space which has the perfect lighting for you to keep up with your energy till the end of the day or until you finish your work. Also have a desk lamp. Unlike a cozy chair, use an ergonomic chair and desk.
Have an in-built space for all your storage of work-related files and properties. It will be easy to handle and have no movements so that it doesn’t feel like a long day.
Check out this Step-by-step Ikea work from home studio desk tutorial by Jones Design Co.
Desk Ergonomics: The standard desk height should be 28 inches for a good body posture. Also includes seat height and back rest angle. Watch out for Office Desk Ergonomics guided by Mayo clinic!
9. Café de Desk:
The perfect desk for any office person who wanted a minimalist space. It gives a calm and relaxing space for your working environment, especially just the way you feel in a Café!!
This kind of environment is more prone to have a positive attitude and be open to new experiences. Even if you are unproductive, this color scheme, work space, props, and warmth makes you efficient.
Watch Maisyleigh creating her new productivity desk space which is a warm and creative zen home office setup
10. Cozy Corner:
Put away the ergonomics for now.. Who else doesn’t like a cozy couch? What comes to your mind when you say cozy? Warm, soft & smooth, comfortable, cuddle..?
How about just bringing this heaven in your working space… It’ll be a win-win!
Easy DIY Cozy set up inspiration like this, easy to make with cushions, rugs, blankets, lights, and a small area for your books and stuff…
The best part of desk organization is nothing but you just start Loving yourself. This is why everyone loves organizing desks. I have shared my ideas and inspirations with you.
You will realize your own way of working and nature of organizing. You will be more involved in your work from now and your new desk!!
So have you figured out your desk type???
