Decorating & Design
One secretary desk styled in 3 different ways
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Photography, Bruno Petrozza
Decorating & Design
One secretary desk styled in 3 different ways
The classic secretary desk is a chameleon. Give it a job, style it for function and good looks, and it will organize, store and display in multiple ways. We picked a modern version of this trusty piece and, with a little styling magic, put it to work in three settings.
After hours
In the living or dining room, a secretary desk serves as an ideal bar. Opt for accessories in woodsy colours with a bit of brass to add a splash of cocktail-lounge style. Store most of your liquor bottles in the closed storage below and reserve the shelves for eye-catching pieces. Organize the “desk” area, so when you lower the hinged panel to serve, guests get a big reveal.
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Photography, Bruno Petrozza
Crystal GLASSES, $51, set of 4; marble and brass BARWARE KIT, $108; West Elm, westelm.ca. Wood Coasters, $20, set of 4, Boutique Kozy, boutiquekozy.ca. Gold SHAKER, $35, Indigo, indigo.ca. Wood TRAY, $17; leather Notebook, $15; black and white Notebook, $8; HomeSense, homesense.ca. Tolix STOOL, $109, Prunelle, prunelle.ca.
Hard at work
Put function first, but don’t sacrifice style. A comfy ergonomic chair is essential; this one takes its style pedigree from the legendary Eames office chair. With all of the not-so-pretty work necessities hidden in the lower cabinet, you can style the shelves with specially chosen objects. Repeat shapes (the clock and decorative apple) and colours for design harmony.
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Photography, Bruno Petrozza
Alpha OFFICE CHAIR, $517; decorative apple, $30; Mikaza, mikazahome.ca. CLOCK, $60, Boutique Kozy, boutiquekozy.ca. Marble-pattern NOTEBOOK, $20; MUG, $17; MOUSEPAD, $13; PENS, $17, set of 6; Indigo, indigo.ca. Mail STORAGE tray, $15, set of 2; IKEA, ikea.ca.
Vanity fair
A dedicated space for your maquillage is luxurious. The secretary desk is a perfect pampering place. A lighted makeup mirror is a must. From there, take cues from your decor when choosing accessories. A tray for frequently used items is essential; larger bins in the closed section bring order to things like hairbrushes, appliances and bottles of lotions. A stool, similar to those in a salon, is the vanity’s ideal partner.
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Photography, Bruno Petrozza
White SWIVEL STOOL, $548, Mikaza, mikazahome.ca. JEWELLERY BOX, $17; MAKeUP BRUSHES, $10, set of 3; gold VASE, $30; FRAME, $60, set of 2; pink BOX, $13; HomeSense, homesense.ca. White VASE, $20; bathroom Glass AND tray set, $22; Boutique Kozy, boutiquekozy.ca. Makeup MIRROR, $60, Amazon, amazon.ca.
► In all three rooms: Boss SECRETARY, $410, Nexera, nexeradistribution.com. FLOOR LAMP, $489, Mikaza, mikazahome.ca.
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