Desks with Shelves

Desk With Shelves for Easy Everyday Organisation

Papers pile up, cables tangle, and there is never quite enough room to work. A desk with shelves solves that. You get a sturdy work surface and built-in shelves in one piece.

That storage keeps your home office tidy, even in a small room. It saves you from buying a separate computer desk and a bookshelf, too. Browse our range to set up a space that works.

What is a desk with shelves?

A desk with shelves gives you a work surface with built-in shelving for storage. Our range covers a style to suit any setup.

• Corner desk slots an L-shape into a tight space and adds shelves for your files.
• Desk with hutch stacks extra shelving above the work surface for more storage.
• Computer desk with shelves holds your tower, monitor and books in one spot.
• Desk with bookshelf runs a tall shelving tower down one side.
• Desk with drawers hides clutter while open shelves keep everyday items handy.

Why choose a desk with shelves?

Shelves keep your desktop clear and your everyday items within easy reach. That means less clutter and more room to work. A desk with drawers and shelves also frees up floor space in a small room.

It works as a writing desk too, with storage right where you need it. You use a desk most days, so it pays to pick one that lasts.

Our desks come backed by the Amart Quality Guarantee, so you can shop with confidence. That is real value for money on a piece built for daily use.

What are desks with shelves made from?

Our desks with shelves come in a few materials, so you can match one to your room and budget. Each has its own look and feel.

A wooden desk in timber brings natural warmth, while a timber-look finish gives you that grain for less than solid wood. High-gloss adds a bright, modern edge that wipes clean fast. A metal frame keeps the whole desk sturdy under daily use.

Picture the room first, then choose the material that fits.

How to choose a desk with shelves for your space

The right desk with shelves comes down to your space, your storage and your budget. Whether you want a full workstation or a compact laptop desk, run these quick checks before you buy.

• Measure your space first. The desk should fit with room to push your chair back and move.
• Decide corner or straight. An L-shaped corner desk saves room in a tight spot.
• Match the shelves to your gear. Work out what you will store so everything has a place.
• Pick a style that fits the room. Contemporary, industrial, and Scandi looks all sit well at home.
• Check the desktop size. A wider top fits a monitor and a laptop side by side.
• Spread the cost. Afterpay and Latitude make a bigger desk easier on the budget.

What to store on desk shelves?

Store the items you reach for most on desk shelves, like books, folders, a printer and everyday stationery. Keeping them close leaves your desktop clear for the job in front of you. Heavier items sit best on lower shelves, so they stay steady and out of the way.

Open shelves also suit a few personal touches, such as a small plant or a photo frame. Group everything by how often you use it, so your daily gear stays handy, and the rest sits up top.

How high should a desk with shelves be?

A standard desk sits around 72 to 76 cm from the floor, which suits most adults seated. At that height, your elbows rest at about 90 degrees, so you can type without hunching.

Shelf placement matters too. Keep lower shelves within easy reach, and set upper shelves clear of your monitor line so the screen stays at eye level. If two people will share the desk, aim for the taller person's comfort and adjust the chair from there.

Do desks with shelves need assembly?

Most desks with shelves arrive flat-packed with clear, step-by-step instructions. You can put one together at home with basic tools and a spare half hour.

Each product page lists the assembly steps and the finished dimensions, so check those before you buy. Simpler designs with fewer shelves and drawers go together faster.

If the desk is not quite right once it is built, our 30-day change of mind returns give you time to decide.

Put your best work within reach

Find the desk that fits your space, from a compact study desk to student desks and a kids desk for the family. Our home office desk range has a style and size for every setup.

Browse the full office furniture range and pair your new desk with office chairs, office storage, filing cabinets or bookcases. Prefer a gaming desk? We stock those too, plus display cabinets to finish the wider home.

Order online for delivery Australia-wide, or pick up in-store. Our desks are in stock and ready to ship, so you get to work sooner.