Bench desks are a recent innovation in the office furniture world, but there are already quite a number of ranges on the market. Bench desk systems are usually used for more efficient use of space and because they share components, eg legs and desktops, they are often the most cost effective as well.

One of the most cost effective bench desk systems we have come across is the MT60 system from GDB International.

MT60 Bench Desks

This is a stylish, modern design with a arched leg. The innovative leg system means that you can buy a starter unit, and then use add-on units to create a run of desks as long as you need. The add-on unit is considerably cheaper since it only requires a single leg arch. The system is available with aluminium or graphite legs and cherry, beech or maple tops. There are rumours that it will soon be available in additional colours, including white, which is becoming very fashionable in modern offices. The MT60 range includes a full range of matching office storage and meeting room furniture. In a multi-desk configuration, the MT60 can cost as little as £100 per person.

On the next level are the 4Most range from GDB International, Linnea from Elite Office Furniture and Juice from Sven. 4Most has a stylish metal frame and leg with optional matching screens, Linnea has full cable management including a sliding top which reveals a large channel for cables. Juice is a much more classic design with rectangular legs in matching finishes. These three systems can cost up to £300 per person, depending on the finish and chosen options.

Right at the top of the range are two new products. Linnea Plus from Elite  allows height

Linnea Plus Bench Desks

adjustable positions to fit seamlessly into the system in any location with minimal visual differentiation, thus wheelchair users or workers who need to adjust the height of their work surface do not have to sit at a special or different workstation, but can be easily incorporated without discrimination into the team. The

Faber Bench Desks

Faber project system includes spectacular glass desktops in a wide range of colours.

When buying bench desk system, like any business  furniture products, you must be very careful of delivery lead times. Most of the GDB International products are held in stock and can be delivered and installed in a matter of days, many of the other systems are built to order and can take anything from two to six weeks.