Looking for a new computer desk

[SUOrangeman]

I need some help identifying a new desk. I've been looking around for a few weeks, but I have not found the dream dream.

Requirements (and nice-to-haves):


[*]Minimum of 4 feet wide
[*]Glass top
I actually want to look down through the glass to my two side-by-side 18" LCDs so I don't block the window directly in front of me. I would consider replacing any existing top with glass to achieve the desired effect.
[*]Keyboard tray under glass surface, minimum of 36" wide
One day I hope to operate my mouse beside my ergonimic keyboard, not above it.
[*]If desk has any wood, it must be natural/maple (i.e., "bright" or lighter-colored wood)
[*]OPTIONAL: Completely mobile via casters

At this point, I don't care about any storage built into the desk (drawers, doors, etc.). If anything, I'd only have a USB hub and speakers nearby (main chassis wil be off the the side, on wheels). Of course, the wife would love anything that helps hide wires. Additionally, I do not *currently* care for anything that rises above the main surface of the desk because I am right in front of a window).

Some examples that come close ...

Could be a little wider ... and I'd put the displays under the glass with some additional shelving
Maybe with transparent glass and a wider keyboard tray (also available at 60 inches but may lose keyboard tray option)
Remove CPU holder and widen keyboard tray
Would've stopped at the main glass top

Any good ideas?

Oh yeah, corner and L-shaped arrangements are out of consideration.

-SUO

 

[Czar]

http://www.meritline.com/computer-desk-corner-desks-016.html
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?j=1&id=1051806241897&type=product&ref=03&loc=01

but screw that

found something more interesting
http://www.charm.net/~jriley/autoglas.html
they offer customs

 

[Czar]

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.gsp?product_id=2493495&sourceid=1500000000000001245830
this one seems to be what you are looking for though

and more here
http://www.bizrate.com/buy/products__cat_id--25010400,keyword--Glass%20Computer%20Desk.html

 

[Barnaby W. Füi]

Display under the glass? Isn't that going to kill your neck/back?

 

[SUOrangeman]

Whew! I'm able to post again! (Had a little password mishap. Anyway, ...)

Thanks for the responses.

The Studio RTA A-Line and Saturn Centre units are still tops on my list. Hopefully, I'll check them out in person before swiping the credit card.

I must admit, however, the custom glass desk link really intrigues me!

-SUO

 

[Ogg]

IKEA?

 

[SUOrangeman]

After taking a look, Ikea's Jerker has some potential. Replacing the main surface with glass should be fairly easy. I'm not sure how to go about getting a keyboard tray that's wide enough for an ewrgonomic keyboard and an EverGlide mouse pad.

-SUO

 

[Ornery]

In the past, I've seen desks with the monitor located underneath, so you could view it through the desktop. Haven't seen one in a long while, and not one single link above shows any such configuration. Not saying it can't be done, or that it might not be desirable, but I kind of doubt it would be comfortable, and would likely have glare problems.

Consider moving your desk to an adjacent wall, so the window won't be blocked. Consider an 'L' shaped desk for easier mouse use. These "work stations" are optimized for mousing. I've GOT to have my elbow supported or I ain't happy!

• Den Layout
  12 Year Old's Desk
  17 Year Old's Desk
  Wife's Desk
  Mine minus current clutter

 

[tommigsr]

this is what i have. <img src=...smile.gif" border="0">

 

[brigden]

Originally posted by: Ornery
In the past, I've seen desks with the monitor located underneath, so you could view it through the desktop. Haven't seen one in a long while, and not one single link above shows any such configuration. Not saying it can't be done, or that it might not be desirable, but I kind of doubt it would be comfortable, and would likely have glare problems.

Consider moving your desk to an adjacent wall, so the window won't be blocked. Consider an 'L' shaped desk for easier mouse use. These "work stations" are optimized for mousing. I've GOT to have my elbow supported or I ain't happy!

• Den Layout
  12 Year Old's Desk
  17 Year Old's Desk
  Wife's Desk
  Mine minus current clutter

I count 8 cans of Dr. Pepper in the picture of your 17 year old's desk. That's disgusting.

 

[Ornery]

He's 18 now, and the cans are still there...

 

[Chunkee]

there is a cheap one at staples right now that all the yim yams rave about on the HOT DEALS FORUM

 

[sniperruff]

Originally posted by: Ornery
He's 18 now, and the cans are still there...

hey finally someone also plays magic cards.