In the quest to make the perfect desk, we threw out all notions of what a desk should look like. We started with the concept of sitting "in" the desk instead of "at" the desk. This allows more functional space in a relatively compact space.
Designed for a right handed user, we left more "meat" on the right side for those who still prefer to use pen and paper.
To make the desk versatile we kept the front and left edge flat for placement against a wall or window....although we think the desk looks great in the center of the room.
We added a rounded bull nose edge for user comfort that sensuously curves around to complete the right edge.
To keep the weight down, we crafted the top 3/4 inches thick. To get the thick edge, we formed a false drop down edge that is 1.5 inches deep. There is no metal reinforcing in the concrete as it is glass fiber reinforced.
Once we were happy with the ergonomic design...it was time to create a piece of functional art.
Starting with basic off-white concrete, we added a gold vein and highlights before polishing to a smooth finish. The top is sealed with an environmentally friendly, food safe sealer that offers extreme resistance to acids such as wine as well as coffee etc.
Once the desk top was complete, we took it to master metal worker and artist, Andrew Bibby - at Black Knight Forge - and asked him to come up an aesthetically pleasing base. To say that Andrew knocked it out of the park is an understatement. Every piece of steel is hand forged and custom fitted before the joints were wrapped in iron rod. Andrew added his proprietary bronze coloration to highlight the base. With the exception of the front legs - that are also hammer forged - there is not a single straight piece of metal in the whole base.
The hand forged base is a perfect match for the desk top. The one of a kind desk is not only unique but is literally jaw dropping beautiful. $5500.00
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