thinking something like this...
To me that is more like a computer table than a desk. And it is a computer table, rather than just a plain table because it has a hole for cables. And that's fine if that is what you want. But with no storage places, it seems before long, it could become cluttered with stuff - not the best look for a living room.
What is your budget? Knowing this is important for us to recommend something appropriate for you needs. And are you okay with something you have to assemble yourself?
How big (besides large enough for two monitors) are you looking for? Must it also hold a printer? If so, what about extra printer paper? What about your network gear? Do you already have a place to store disks? Extra power supply cables? A phone? Thumb drives (that table does not even have a small drawer to put a pencil or pen)? Where are you planning to put the computer itself? On the floor? Do you have an UPS?
50cm (19.7inches) deep really puts some limits on your options. But I note that table you suggested is 63cm (or 24.8inches) deep. So what really is your limit? And how wide can it be?
What about something like
this? No keyboard tray but you might be able to add one, or with a good chair, adjust your own height to protect your wrists. If no height adjustment for your monitor(s), you might be able to use a phone book or ream of paper to get the right monitor to eye level position (this is why my monitors MUST have height adjustment stands). Where that white basket is on the right you might be able to put your tower (though if there is a back to the desk, I recommend removing it for air ventilation - that's what I did with my desk).
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Well, no. Yes, it's a desk. But no, it's not something you see in offices today. And in countries with strong work safety regulations: something you may not be allowed to use in a workplace. Seriously.
Sorry but that is a very tunnel-visioned look at all this. Have you never heard of a home office? How many small business offices use computer desks like the OPs? That is more for an industrial environment. Functional, true. But appropriate for his living room?
Did the OP said he works in a cubical? No. Did the OP even say the replacement desk was for his place of work? No. In fact, he said it is going in his living room.
As for your ergonomics assessment, all I can say there is
! You are passing judgement about ergonomics with my desk (and chair) you have never sat at!
That just absurd!
And sorry again, but you really need to do some homework before posting inaccurate claims. For example,
And you still use the top for other stuff you often reach for: books, notes, food, drinks and so on. So you're frequently operating on 2 levels instead of one. And that's not good.
Of course it is good. In fact working on multiple planes is always MUCH BETTER than always being stuck on the same level. If you are a desk jockey, it is ALWAYS advisable to move around every few minutes, stand up, sit down, reach here, reach there and more. Being fixed in one position for long periods of time is never good.
Ergonomically speaking (not to mention for a healthier heart), it is ALWAYS BETTER to move around and change positions frequently to prevent
RSI. In fact, to prevent RSI of the wrist and neck injuries, it is recommended to position the keyboard at
elbow height which is normally below normal desk height. Something easily learned with just a tiny bit of homework before posting.
The reason why desks used to look this way is very simple: CRT monitors.
That's nonsense too. Have you never been to
Office Max or a furniture store? There are many desks of similar design that are functional, ergonomically designed, and aesthetically suitable for home living, or nice office spaces too.
That has nothing to do with the fact a monitor is, or was CRT or not. CRT monitors often required (budget) desks to be more sturdy because of their weight, but users still positioned the screen surface about the same distance from our heads (around arms length).
The problem with keyboard trays TODAY is that you end up with the keyboard and mouse being below the top - on a limited space. And the large top is wasted.
LOL That's not a problem. That's an asset. With the keyboard and mouse on the tray, it frees up desktop space - not waste it! It seems obvious you have never sat at a properly designed computer desk that is designed to be used and look nice in a nice home or business office.
Seriously, before you say something else totally wrong about ergonomics, PLEASE take a moment to do some homework. Remember, Bing Google is your friend.
And again, let's be real about something else here. You have never sat at my desk, or in my chair. So to suggest the keyboard height and desktop height on my desk (and apparently, all desks like it!
) are wrong is simply ludicrous.
