It goes without saying, every home office or study station needs a desk — especially in an era of WFH and hybrid schedules. That this space be visually pleasing is, of course, no less essential. After all, getting your head down is always more appealing when you're set up with a plush office space (even if that's your bedroom). Sure, yours (much like mine) might be on the dinkier side, but your office deserves a desk as fab as you. If it's a desk with storage, you defo get bonus points!
Having spent a hefty portion of my life dotting between rentals, I know what it's like to be short on space and big on taste — even if I do say so myself. That's when my obsession with desk organizers kicked in. Besides those, I've also found it helps to think outside the box, which brings me to my favorite oddly shaped furnishing. Enter: The corner desk. An ingenious design as old as time itself that embraces every nook and cranny of your home, seizing the little room on offer.
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1. Corner desks with storage
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3. Standing corner desks
From handy, L-shaped designs in farmhouse hues to slick white numbers ideal for your contemporary minimalist, I've scoured the web for only the finest corner desks out there, so you needn't spend hours scrolling through a glut of options. After a state-of-the-art piece? Today's standing desks are often electric — not to mention chic.
While I haven't tested each and every product just yet, rest assured, if it didn't warrant a minimum of four stars and healthy reviews, I wasn't interested. Now, join me on a tour of the top corner desks to own right now.
The best corner desks to buy
The prices below were correct at the time of publishing.
Corner desks with storage
Whether you need a lot or a little, added shelving, drawers, or compartments to keep your office or study essentials can go a long way. Plus, these options don't require drilling holes in your walls, keeping you and your landlord happy.
Size (in.): H54.75 x W43.25 x D27.5
Made from: Particleboard
Storage: 5 shelves
Price: From $88.99
Say hello to the simple but essential design every minimalist needs in their roster. With shelving to keep your books, mags, and study staples, this serves as one handy workspace, complete with cubbies for a tidy laptop or desktop arrangement. Plus, with three legs, it's a stable number you can trust, providing years of use to come. The best part? It fits like a glove in bedrooms, and it's a pretty face — especially for that price. As far as reviewers were concerned, this is a dream for little but loveable spaces.
Size (in.): H30 x W42 x D28
Made from: MDF and pine wood
Storage: 1 shelf and 1drawer
Price: From $142.49
Pretty in pink — or indeed any of the hues you fancy — this ingeniously shaped design offers plenty of space to keep your workspace essentials with a chrome-handled drawer and extended lower shelving. It's fun, playful, and well-constructed, providing a compact solution to finding somewhere (anywhere!) in your home to work. After all, it's hard enough sharing with roomies, let alone making your bedroom a full-time office. According to reviews, it's a breeze to set up and finished with a long-lasting paint job
Size (in.): H29.5 x W47.2 x D47.2
Made from: Manufactured wood
Storage: 2 shelves
Price: From $92.99
Working from home never looked so good! With sleek lines and a rustic finish, this combines a subtle woodgrain surface with clean-cut legs. It's resistant to scratches, a must if you're studying or logging on daily, plus the L-shaped design makes it an ingenious solution to already tightly packed rooms. As for storage, there's plenty of room for keeping documents and literature close by. The shoppers' verdict? Efficient and elegant. Just bear in mind the set-up might need a few hands on deck!
White corner desks
Neutral, classic, and always on trend, white home furnishings are, of course, a tried and tested option when it comes to building a home office or study spot. But — as these designs prove — that doesn't mean you can't up the style ante.
Size (in.): H25.4 x W40 x D27.35
Made from: MDF
Storage: 1 drawer
Price: From $122.99
A personal favorite, this timeless piece caught my eye immediately. Perhaps, it's because it looks like an original writing desk, but maybe, it's also down to the uber-cute design. One thing is sure: this is a space-saver, turning your otherwise dusty hallways into the ultimate workstation. And yes, that is a built-in USB port on its right side, perfect for keeping your smartphone or electrics charged while you put in the hours. A quick check of TikTok? Why not! Oh, and reviewers found this to be one sturdy piece that takes less than half an hour to assemble.
Size (in.): H30 x W61 x D51
Made from: Glass and metal
Price: From $234.99
Get serious bang for your buck in that little but lovely rental with this tempered glass table. Offering a contemporary feel, it's a versatile piece that would chime naturally with most homes — be they colorful or understated. Plus, it offers serious space as one of the larger options in our pick. Granted, it's still not huge, but your bedroom isn't either (no shade!). Oh, and you can trust this to deliver. Scoring 4.8 stars, it has been described as beautiful on numerous occasions. And it's a lot cheaper than similar alternatives out there.
Size (in.): H35.63 x W35.71 x D59.45
Made from: Engineered wood, plastic, and metal
Storage: 2 shelves and 1 drawer
Price: From $283.99
Big into nomadic design? Meet your perfect match. Replete with storage space for your stationery, files, and laptop — plus grommets on the tabletop for easy cable management — this is guaranteed to declutter your workspace. As for the details, the chrome finishing on the hardware takes the interior panache up a notch. If your home is bright and airy, consider this a must-add-to-basket piece. In terms of reviews, it made working from home a whole lot easier for a whole lot of people. That could be you, too.
Standing corner desks
You don't need to be a professionally trained ergonomist to know that sitting in a desk chair 24/7 is doing your back no favors. Fortunately, technology has come a long way these past years, ushering in a slew of tables that — like magic — move up or down, so you can stand (or sit) when you need to.
Size (in.): H29.25–46.5 x W63 x D29.53
Made from: MDF
Price: From $209.99
Welcome to the future. Serving up serious back TLC, this L-shaped adjustable standing desk is the versatile icon you didn't know you needed. With special height programming — perfect for your needs — this handy hero also features an integrated cup holder and headphone hook so you can work, sip, and listen at your optimum. Add to this a cable management cutout on its corner, and you have one seriously tech-savvy piece. The best part? Reviewers found it actually improved their working day.
Size (in.): H27.7–47.24 x W43.31 x D43.31
Made from: Alloy steel and wood
Price: From $279.99
If you're looking to build a productive and slick workspace, then this is your answer. With three preset height controls and a durable design, it can hold up to 176 pounds in weight, all while looking uber cool. As for the benefits, these are endless. Whether it's improved blood pressure or a stronger posture, the potential benefits make this a worthy investment. Featuring two desk hooks for headphones and the like, it also comes with a cable-management tray so you needn't stress about MacBook wires getting in your way. Plus, it can be wheeled around with ease thanks to lockable casters. Oh, and reviewers were keen to note just how smoothly it functions — it's almost silent.
Size (in.): H27–47 x W24 x D55
Made from: MDF and steel
Price: From $179.99
Burning calories while stacking dollars? Sounds good to me. Yes, this height-adjustable piece offers just that, plus exceptional looks to boot. Featuring a buttery top and a sizeable L-shape design, it comes with four height settings, so you can plug and play immediately. As for its steel legs, these are as sturdy as it gets, so you needn't stress about getting your money's worth. Oh, and shoppers could not praise it enough, touting its quick operation and easy setup.
FAQs
How big should a corner desk be?
Good question! If, like myself and many of our readers, you're living in a smaller space, then you won't want anything too clunky. Indeed, we've kept our pick in the small- to medium-sized range of options out there. In fact, you should be turning your focus to credentials like storage and desk space itself. As feng shui expert and founder of Interiors Therapy, Suzanne Roynon, puts it, "When choosing a corner desk, factor in the need for space to spread out reference materials, printer, laptop, and equipment where necessary." Any other advice? "Aim for an option which includes storage so everything can be put away, out of sight at night.”
Is a corner desk a good idea?'
Yes, but with a few other considerations. As the go-to feng shui buff, Roynon tells us, having your back to the door at a desk isn't always ideal, but there are plenty of ways to manage this, and often, if you're in a dorm or tight quarters, it can be essential. "A small mirror positioned on or above the desk, angled so it reflects the door when it opens is a valuable way to relieve some of the vulnerability students may feel and help," she explains. This will "help them to focus at a corner desk." Need some further help? Try these uber-trendy mirrors!
Where to buy a corner desk
Still searching for the ultimate corner desk to spruce up your dinky dorm or small but mighty rental? Check out our go-to retailers, listed below.
How we chose these corner desks
We served up this selection of hot-stuff corner desks based on the reviews and star ratings of shoppers the world over. As such, these corner desks have all been proudly approved by the people whose opinion matters most. In picking them, we've erred on the side of practicality, affordability, and — above all else — style.
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