With the long awaited return of Mad Men on the horizon, I'm eagerly anticipating oodles of '60s-era modern furniture and decor delights every week. In particular, I'm curious about the look of the offices in season five, and in particular the desks. I've rounded up two gorgeous walnut desks that introduce color into the design that would be absolutely welcome in the set design for this season of Read more

I'm a sucker for an x-based base on almost anything that will stand, really, and Horchow's Lucille writing desk ($2,499) is no exception. The look is a fusion of contemporary and traditional, which I love. Natural, lime-oak finish seems to add a bit of soul to the clean silhouette. Still, the price point is a little hard to swallow. I was thrilled to find a look-alike at a much more affordable Read more

When floor space is a luxury (I'm right there with you, studio and small-home dwellers), a big desk doesn't make sense. And sometimes, even a diminutive desk still takes up too much room. That's why wall-mounted desks are such a smart solution. Not only do they provide a great work surface, they also prevent floor clutter from extraneous furniture from building up. When they're not used, you can Read more

Please be seated! Before your lil one can give you an excuse to delay their nightly assignments, offer them a fun place to sit down and get it done. An inviting desk not only gives schoolkids a dedicated space to complete their homework (as opposed to the kitchen table), it serves as a central point where children know they can find all of the tools necessary to complete their tasks. From Mad Read more

Looking for a desk that reflects your femininity? Then stay away from desks with heavy wooden or steel footprints. Instead, gravitate toward pieces that have delicate curved legs, lighter colors, and a certain girly charm. If you don't see anything you adore at major retailers, you can always head to your favorite small furniture store or antique shop and see if you can find something that fits Read more

Even though we're still in August, thoughts are inevitably returning to September and the start of the school year. Even if you aren't returning to school this Fall (and you don't have any little ones that are, either), you can still get the look at home with these cool finds. I love this Antique School Desk ($1,650). Originally from Belgium, this solid-wood desk features a flip-up top. I think Read more