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The top is nice however I think the legs are a bit unfortunate.

You know, I appreciate the fact that when CB2 offers an item "inspired by" a classic, they at least acknowledge the fact in the description.

That said, I haven't seen the CB2 desk in person, but I have seen/fondled/coveted the Nelson desk numerous times, and I am certain that the latter comes out on top regardless of the price. (Not that I can afford it, mind you.)

I have to agree with shlacking: The legs look like they're recycled from a cheap, student-grade drawing table

I'm ogling the Bond desk at West Elm myself.

Not a bad piece, but for that price I would think you could DYI something with less ugly legs.

Yep - Those legs on that CB2 desk really are tragic...

...where the Nelson Desk is all about the legs and the colorful inserts - This one is clearly all about the price.

Yeah, the legs on that remind me too much of furniture you'd see for sale at Aaron Bros. O_o

I think the Nelson desk is my most coveted item. I might even have to go check out the CB2 desk, although I agree those legs are pretty bad.

I like the CB2 desk more simply because it's 10 inches wider and there's more room for my legs.

the nelson looks like a whiteboard on its back

i think i might have thrown one out without knowing

modtramp hit the nail on the head with the budget drafting table legs. I was going to reference that but was afraid no one could picture what I was saying.

I really can't imagine why they didn't opt for another option. Two saw horse-like trestles would probably look a lot better. Its such a shame because the top is really nice looking.

The cb2 version would make for a great s'mores table next to my fireplace. This way I can store my marshmellows and graham crackers in one compartment and the chocolate in the other one.

When not used for making s'mores, I can use it as a work station.

Personally, while I like the Herman Miller desk I think that it doesn't quite have enough technical features to be compatible with my lifestyle. I think that my One Less Desk is both more stylish and is better suited for those of us who want functionality with a sense of style.
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The Nelson desk is kickass. I wasn't sure I would like it but it is absolutely perfect--elegant, compact, sturdy, and fun. And everything wipes right off the laminate.