How High is a Reception Desk?

As the saying goes, first impressions count, and, for many people coming into your office, the reception desk will be the first thing they see. Therefore, ensuring that you have the optimum desk for the space is imperative, taking into account reception desk height, width, material, style and much more. 

In fact, studies have shown that you have 7 seconds to make the perfect first impression to a new visitor, customer or existing client before they solidify their beliefs. So, it should be your focus to make your space as comfortable, inviting and professional as possible. 

With enough options to suit any space or business, Order Office Furniture is the perfect place to elevate your reception desk, offering everything you could need to totally transform your entrance. But, there are some things you need to know about making this important purchase, with the following blog detailing every inch of your new reception desk.

What height should a reception desk be?

It should go without saying that the perfect reception desk height is the most important thing to get right when renovating your business’ space. You want to create an inviting space where visitors of any age and disability feel comfortable entering your business, approaching the desk and asking for assistance, with desk height being key to this. 

The optimum desk height depends, partially, on the size of your own space, but the ideal height is anywhere between 70-120cm. This height provides the perfect in-between for those sitting at the reception desk, as well as visitors who approach the surface, allowing for easy, ergonomic interaction, perfect for both parties. 

Of course, however, every entrance is different, with varying ceiling heights, floor space and more. Measuring your room is, therefore, essential to make sure your desk fits properly and appropriately. It’s also important to take extra pieces of furniture into account, including filing cabinets, visitor chairs and anything else that might make traversing across the room more difficult. You should make sure that there’s, at least, 60 inches of space between each piece of surrounding furniture to make sure both visitors and receptionists can easily move around comfortably. 

All shapes and sizes

After you’ve measured up your room and taken into consideration all the furniture around you, it’s time to choose the right style and shape of reception desk for your business. Here at Office Furniture Online, we offer a wide range of options, too, so you can take the time to design and create the welcoming reception space you’ve also dreamed about for your business. 

• Straight: Ideal space-savers, our versatile straight reception desks give your welcoming area a breath of perfect simplicity, making it a great choice, not just for smaller businesses but enterprises of any size.  

• Curved: Also handy space-savers if you opt for a smaller size, we also provide extra-large curved desks which would suit a vast welcoming area for larger businesses. 

• L-Shaped: Offering more space for more receptionists, our L-Shaped reception desk counters are ideal for businesses who see a busier footfall, where multiple visitors can be seen to at the same time

• U-Shaped: The largest sized options we have available are our U-Shaped reception desks, which give almost 360° access to your workers and visitors. These are perfect for large businesses and receptionists who have to deal with constant visitors and clients. 

How to choose the best desk style and aesthetic  

When designing your new office, it’s important to try and keep in mind that the furniture you choose reflects the type of business that you are. Everything from your office chairs to your meeting tables should embody the aesthetic of your company, with this extending to your new reception desk, too, after all, it’s the very first thing a visitor sees when entering. 

Modern technology companies often opt for smart, clean glass for their reception area, while a library, for example, might wish to go for warm wood panelling that creates a soothing, inviting atmosphere for visitors. Every business is, indeed, different, that’s why many of our reception desks come in a range of shapes and colours, including walnut, anthracite, beech and white office desks.

With a variety of impressive features, our popular Denver range include 25mm scratch and heat resistant melamine surfaces, adjustable height levelling feet and much more. 

Ordering the right reception desk height

Each of our reception desks are built at the perfect height for you and your visitors, with the specific dimensions of each one being entirely dependent on which product you choose. Listed in the product descriptions or product specifications section of each item, you will be able to find the measurements for every desk, allowing you to plan exactly how your new purchase will fit and feel in your space. 

It’s important to measure up properly so that you get the exact height that you desire for your reception desk, especially when considering just how important posture is for your workers. Scientifically proven in a 2023 study to increase productivity levels, the right height reception desk will significantly help workers to maintain a strong posture. 

Get in touch to elevate your office now

It may seem daunting to kick off your new reception renovation, but with Order Office Furniture it couldn’t be easier. Get in touch to discover what we can do for you to help design your perfect space and explore our broad range of reception desks on offer, online. 

But, if you would prefer to select from a range of options from right in front of you, visit us at our showroom in Huddersfield to discover your new favourite reception desk. While you’re here, you may even discover the office sofa of your dreams or the conference chairs you’ve long been looking for. 

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