Need More Work Space: Add a Hutch

Instead of going horizontal with our work/storage space (where things can easily be out of reach), we like to go vertical. And while shelves are usually a great alternative, sometimes drilling holes into your wall isn't an option...

Instead of shelving, why not add a desk hutch? You can pick out one that's a similar color and style to your desk--or mix it up for an eclectic vibe. If you like a little bit of hidden storage, make sure your desk hutch has a few cubbies that are large enough for baskets or containers. One thing to keep in mind before you start looking for a desk hutch to extend your work/storage space--assess what you'll be needing to store. That way, you'll know if you require a big hutch with lots of nooks and cubbies or a smaller one, with less storage space.

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(Images: 1. West Elm, 2. Antique Postal Hutch, 3. Target, 4. Target, 5. West Elm)

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We have a small niche in our entryway and searched everywhere for a console table that would fit, but ended up frustrated. Everything was way too long or too ornate. Finally it occurred to me that a simple desk would do the trick, and we ended up with the West Elm one shown above. What a difference a flat surface (and a drawer!) make in an entryway.

posted by Catherine W on November 5th 2009 at 9:32pm
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I love desk hutches but could not find something affordable. I used the Ikea Billy bookcase extensions and extra shelves to build a hutch over my Mikael desk. I love it!

posted by Syllogi on November 6th 2009 at 11:35am
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@ Syllogi--let's see a photo!

posted by Beth1 on November 6th 2009 at 12:03pm
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Uh oh...a photo would involve excavating my hutch from the heaps of office supplies it houses...

posted by Syllogi on November 7th 2009 at 12:41pm
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