[TiMac]

I am looking for a desk for my recent purchase of the G5 and 20" Cinema Display. Does anyone have any good suggestions?

[AssassyN]

Ikea - hands down

[striker100]

I'm looking for a desk also, preferably something very cool & modern to go with the G5's asthetics.

Any recommendations?

[Axo1ot1]

anthro makes pretty cool desks

[idyll]

http://www.biomorphdesk.com

Ikea is good, too. I love my wooden desk that I got at Office Max, though. Here's a pic:



However, I've gotten a new aluminum keyboard, another 21" monitor (dual displays ), and Creature speakers. Things have changed, but I like the desk for it's simplicity. And don't mind the PC in that pic, a G5 is coming soon. (A MDD G4 Tower is missing because I've sold it.)

[justinkim]

I've been very happy with my Ikea Jerker computer desk. My cats also like it - one loves to sleep on the built in bookshelf while I work.

[devmage]

I purchased a Ikea desk specifically for my G5 recently too, and I got the one called Wickle.

http://www.ikea-usa.com/webapp/wcs/s...roductId=20772

Its a great desk I bought 2 one for my PC and one for my future G5 I think its is the right style for the G5 too.

Devmage

[MaxPower2k3]

i have the Effectiv modular office system or whatever they call it, and i love it. i have the one with the central support beam and T-legs and it's definitely the sturdiest Ikea product i've ever used, and probably more sturdy than desks i've seen at other places. there's 2 in my house (my parents have one for their computer too) and it's great. i'd take some pictures but my room is kind of a mess right now

[dawho9]

Here is what my new G5 will sit on.

StudioRTA desk.

http://www.studiorta.com/itemlist.cfm?category_id=9

I love this thing. My G4 and Windoze PC right now look so good, but with the nice silver of the G5, it will make it look that much better.

dw9

[morlium]

Originally posted by dawho9:
Here is what my new G5 will sit on.

StudioRTA desk.

http://www.studiorta.com/itemlist.cfm?category_id=9

I love this thing. My G4 and Windoze PC right now look so good, but with the nice silver of the G5, it will make it look that much better.

dw9

I just ordered one of those for my 17" PB ... can't wait to get it.

f*ck Ikea ... too much wood.

[alligator]

Wow is this thread timely! My wife and I were just discussing what type of desk to get for the new G5, and we couldn't come up with any conclusions.

I would be interested in wood - does anyone have anything that looks "right" for the G5 in wood?

[Leonis]

Originally posted by alligator:
Wow is this thread timely! My wife and I were just discussing what type of desk to get for the new G5, and we couldn't come up with any conclusions.

I would be interested in wood - does anyone have anything that looks "right" for the G5 in wood?

Only if the woods are covered by grey/chocoal colored plastic cover sheets...otherwise. forget about it

[Hydra]

Originally posted by alligator:
Wow is this thread timely! My wife and I were just discussing what type of desk to get for the new G5, and we couldn't come up with any conclusions.

I would be interested in wood - does anyone have anything that looks "right" for the G5 in wood?

I just got a desk from an Italian company called Altra. It is a cherry finish laminate top with silver tubular legs and silver-aluminum privacy panel underneath. It looks really nice with my QuickSilver and I think it will look better with my new DualG5 It is really office furniture but very tastefull and has many modular pieces you can buy like bookcase, return desk with keyboard shelf, cpu holder etc. It is very well built and the steel legs look like you could put 500+ lbs on them. Unlike other cheapo laminate products I've come across the top is very glossy with a very hard surface and the edge has a softer matching plasic instead of a hard edge which should wear better. Everyone who has seen the desk has complimented how nice it looks I think Office Depot sells it by special order but I found this place below which had a better price.

http://trillora.com

-Jerry C.

[Maflynn]

I really like the desk from boltz.com Its really nice and goes with the minimalist style of the G5. Very pricey at least with my budget.

Mike

[Superchicken]

I have a massive 8 foot I think it is slab of I think it's MDF, sitting on top of two filing cabnets I've got my CDs, four sterio speakers, iMac, phone, printer, and pyramid of coke cans all on it

[tdratt]

What about this one:

http://www.ligne-roset.de/show/hifi/every_off2.html

It will perfectly match my G5 & StudioDisplay!

[idyll]

I don't know about you guys but I really like wooden desks. Natural products to be specific.

[Leonis]

Originally posted by idyll:
I don't know about you guys but I really like wooden desks. Natural products to be specific.

We didn't say we hate wood. We just don't like the fact that the wood pattern doesn't match the G5

If the wood is like as what I said before (with plastic sheets coverd) that would be nice

[alligator]

I need more ideas! These are good, but none are "the desk" yet!

[Ramey Skies]

I'm considering this one ...

http://www.hardwoodfurniture.com/computer-desk.htm

[idyll]

Functionality-wise it seems like a really good desk, but the design reminds me of a baby crib.

[slider]

Originally posted by dawho9:
Here is what my new G5 will sit on.

StudioRTA desk.

http://www.studiorta.com/itemlist.cfm?category_id=9

I love this thing. My G4 and Windoze PC right now look so good, but with the nice silver of the G5, it will make it look that much better.

dw9

Very nice, I like the Boltz too, either one would do a G5 justice. Wood is definitely out for this baby.

[Webscreamer]

Originally posted by AssassyN:
Ikea - hands down

Yup... Ikea is the place I will spend all my money when I get my furniture for my new apartment!

Great modern Swedish designs!

[himself]

Here are my options...

While the color may not be the perfect match, this Kiva Collection desk from Herman Miller is pretty tight.

But I prefer these:
The Pocket Desk

The Dordoni Worktop Table

And the Tavola Glass Table.

You gotta have the proper setup to pull these desks off, though...

[Link]

Those desks ^^ are a freaking ripoff.

I got a studio rta table, they're HUGE and cheap for what they are

[Severed Hand of Skywalker]

Originally posted by Ramey Skies:
I'm considering this one ...

http://www.hardwoodfurniture.com/computer-desk.htm

What would grandpa need with a G5?

[Severed Hand of Skywalker]

Originally posted by devmage:
I purchased a Ikea desk specifically for my G5 recently too, and I got the one called Wickle.

http://www.ikea-usa.com/webapp/wcs/s...roductId=20772

Its a great desk I bought 2 one for my PC and one for my future G5 I think its is the right style for the G5 too.

Devmage

I never understood how anyone could use this desk unless you have no legs? I mean I wouldn't be able to sit at one of these for 2 minutes without banging up my chins and taking the equipment out with it.

[jamesa]

Originally posted by alligator:
Wow is this thread timely! My wife and I were just discussing what type of desk to get for the new G5, and we couldn't come up with any conclusions.

I would be interested in wood - does anyone have anything that looks "right" for the G5 in wood?

aim for a dark brown wood without much "red" in it.

[mjankor]

Yay my first post.

I think there is only one table worthy of the G5. The mighty iron trestle

http://www.macmice.com/trestle_1.html

[alligator]

It's a sawhorse with a flat top! Still, it's pretty interesting...

[mosch]

My G5 will be residing on my <a href="http://www.middleatlantic.com/studio/ec/eccompsys1.htm#syslist">Middle Atlantic Edit Center</a>. I'm not sure how I'll shove the G5 into the rack yet, but I love this desk, it holds a great multitude of toys with ease, and there are a wide variety of add-ons and options that make it pretty much perfect for anybody who needs a desk that can hold a few monitors, a few computers, and an assortment of random electronic gear.

[Hydra]

OK for you glass and metal lovers here's one:

http://www.cantoni.com

For more traditional and a variety of colors - including wood:
http://www.digitalhubworkspace.com/

These even have a crank to adjust the height of the entire desk to suit you - very cool if not exactly cheap.

-Jerry C.

[Commodus]

mjankor:

Interesting desk, but the problem is that it's from MacMice.com; also known as the same company run by the operator of MacWhispers.com. The latter site is the most unreliable rumour site ever, next to MacOSRumors.com. He was predicting imminent G5 PowerBooks months ago, even though Apple has (now) said that they won't be available in 2003 at all. Anyone who's willing to lie to generate sales isn't worth my business.

[Busemann]

Originally posted by Ramey Skies:
I'm considering this one ...

http://www.hardwoodfurniture.com/computer-desk.htm

Eh.. thanks, but no thanks

[Socially Awkward Solo]

Originally posted by mjankor:
Yay my first post.

I think there is only one table worthy of the G5. The mighty iron trestle

http://www.macmice.com/trestle_1.html

That company is run by a well known scammer. You wouldn't be him would you?

[macpow]

A new home I am building for the G5 I ordered (shelves not complete). Some components hidden under table top...
http://homepage.mac.com/mg_harris/Pu...otoAlbum6.html

[Matt OS X]

Nice desks from some of you.. What about Wal-mart desks? Just kidding.. Just my 2 cents.

[MindFad]

Originally posted by Matt OS X:
Nice desks from some of you.. What about Wal-mart desks? Just kidding.. Just my 2 cents.

Really, dude, I'm not spending more than 200 beans on a damn desk.

[Hi I'm Ben]

I have that desk. love it.

Originally posted by dawho9:
Here is what my new G5 will sit on.

StudioRTA desk.

http://www.studiorta.com/itemlist.cfm?category_id=9

I love this thing. My G4 and Windoze PC right now look so good, but with the nice silver of the G5, it will make it look that much better.

dw9

[Severed Hand of Skywalker]

Originally posted by macpow:
A new home I am building for the G5 I ordered (shelves not complete). Some components hidden under table top...
http://homepage.mac.com/mg_harris/Pu...otoAlbum6.html

You can get something that looks like that for really cheap.

[fakeplasticspence]

i say milk crates from the grocery store and a piece of 1/2 inch plywood. but i am a college student that moves every few months and heck I can't even afford a g5 so I shouldn't be posting here. someday though. these tables are sweet. what a beauty

[NYCFarmboy]

I'd recommend a glass table.

I use just a standard glass table purchased at Ikea with my G4 set up. It has painted steel legs that match the silver G4 tower nicely and would work well with the G5 too in my opinion.

The only drawback to this setup is all the electric cords/wires/cables showing.

http://www.nycfarmboy.com/g4.html

[himself]

Originally posted by mjankor:
Yay my first post.

I think there is only one table worthy of the G5. The mighty iron trestle

http://www.macmice.com/trestle_1.html

Iron Trestle:
The strength of Steel. The smell of Ass.

I'm sorry, but you shouldn't trust that company.

[mjankor]

Sorry all. I didn't know Macmice was run by the macwhispers guys.

I guess you could always get some guy who can work steel to build you something like it. Though it probably should be aluminium.

cheers

[jcadam]

Originally posted by idyll:
http://www.biomorphdesk.com

Ikea is good, too. I love my wooden desk that I got at Office Max, though. Here's a pic:



However, I've gotten a new aluminum keyboard, another 21" monitor (dual displays ), and Creature speakers. Things have changed, but I like the desk for it's simplicity. And don't mind the PC in that pic, a G5 is coming soon. (A MDD G4 Tower is missing because I've sold it.)

NOOOOOOO!!!! keyboard trays suck!!!!!!!!!!

For me, all a desk needs to be is sturdy and big.


BTW, I see we have similiar taste in mousepads. I also have a ratpadz. The best mousing surface on earth.

[idyll]

Ratpadz is great. Yeah, I'm not really in favor of keyboard trays, but mine is pretty big. The huge keyboard makes it small . My desk is also pretty big when it's nice and clean..especially if you were to put a nice think Apple LCD on it. My 21" takes up huge amounts of space but is a lifesaver as I do graphic design. Overall, I'm satisfied with the desk as it suits my needs.

[striker100]

I was at the Ikea in Paramus NJ yesterday.
I saw a computer workstation called "Gallant" which I might get.

It was nice and can be configured many different ways.

[Spaldings]

Originally posted by dawho9:
Here is what my new G5 will sit on.

StudioRTA desk.

http://www.studiorta.com/itemlist.cfm?category_id=9

I love this thing. My G4 and Windoze PC right now look so good, but with the nice silver of the G5, it will make it look that much better.

dw9

dawho9 has it right.

I believe this is the Z-Line III. If it's not, they are pretty much identical and the Z-Line is sold at Staples.

[MOTHERWELL]

Originally posted by fakeplasticspence:
i say milk crates from the grocery store and a piece of 1/2 inch plywood. but i am a college student that moves every few months and heck I can't even afford a g5 so I shouldn't be posting here. someday though. these tables are sweet. what a beauty

I had this exact 'desk' (table) in stone gray. I was also in college at the time....the desk worked, but I would receive a shock half the time I sat down and touched the mouse. This would cause the USB connection do die, and I would have to wait a second before the mouse worked properly.

[Stradlater]

Originally posted by AssassyN:
Ikea - hands down

Yup, hands down: