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Balabac Desk - Natural

£1,495
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Balabac Desk - Natural

£1,495

A play on a traditional partners desk, the Balabac flips the rulebook, turning what is normally a heavy and masculine looking piece of furniture into something lighter and prettier. This is achieved through the recessed side panels, curved frontage, delicate ring handles and natural rattan detail typical of our Balabac Range. Due to the natural materials used, each piece will have individual characteristics.

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Perfect for:
Office
Bedroom
Living Room
Dimensions
134 × 53 × 80cm

width × depth × height

Product Specifications

CaneWood
ContemporaryBohemianMid-Century ModernTraditional
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Interior Design Perspective

The Balabac Desk reimagines the partners desk for modern interiors—ditching the heavy, formal aesthetic in favour of something genuinely approachable.

The cane and wood construction feels lighter and airier than traditional alternatives, with a refined elegance that reads feminine without being precious. It's ideal for home offices or creative studios where you want furniture that doesn't dominate the room visually. Pair it with a comfortable task chair and layered lighting to balance the desk's graphic presence. Worth noting: cane requires occasional dusting to keep its texture looking fresh, and the natural finish will develop a subtle patina over time.

— Felix

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