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Gaston Wall writing desk wood orange / W 80 x H 72 cm

Gaston 80 cm Wall writing desk: A Space-Saving Desk with Multiple Uses

At 80 cm wide, the Gaston wall writing desk offers a generous work surface while retaining the compact design of a wall-mounted piece. This creation by Florence Watine can be transformed as needed into a desk, writing desk, small console table, dressing table, or wall shelf. Its fold-down front panel becomes a 80 x 40 cm tray and folds back into place when you’re done working. With no legs to take up floor space, it creates a functional area even in a living room.

A wall-mounted piece that’s as practical as it is decorative

Gaston combines the warmth of natural oak with lacquered MDF fronts and delicate leather trim. Its understated lines allow the piece to maintain a discreet presence despite its 80-cm width. Inside, two small 38-cm-wide drawers, one large 76.5-cm drawer, and a 32-cm-high compartment provide ample storage space for organizing supplies, documents, and accessories.

The Spiced Coral and Burgundy finishes add a warm and expressive touch to the natural oak. For a softer look, Gaston is also available in Ash green and Sage green. These color combinations highlight the piece’s graphic character without overshadowing the natural material.

Is the Gaston 80 cm wall desk suitable for working from home?

Yes, its 80 x 40 cm tray provides a workspace suitable for remote work with a laptop and the daily accessories. Placed in a living room or family room, Gaston allows you to create a workspace without permanently altering the room’s layout. Once the workday is over, the shelf folds back up, the workspace disappears, and your supplies stay neatly stored inside. This ability to quickly switch from desk to wall unit is one of its main advantages in a multifunctional home.

Why choose an 80-cm wall writing desk?

The 80 cm width is particularly well-suited for those looking for a compact wall desk while still wanting to maintain a comfortable work surface. Its tray offers ample space for a computer, a Notepad, or a few documents, while the drawers allow you to quickly clear the tabletop after use. However, Gaston is only 32 cm deep when FERME, which minimizes its footprint in the room.

Where can you place this multifunctional wall-mounted unit?

Gaston fits perfectly in a living room, bedroom, entryway, or any space where every square meter needs to be optimized. It can serve as a desk or writing desk for work, a small console table for storing everyday items, a dressing table in a bedroom, or a wall shelf when used more as a decorative piece. Its wall-mounted design leaves the floor completely clear and creates a sense of lightness.

Is the Gaston writing desk suitable for small spaces?

Yes. Despite its 80-cm-wide tray, Gaston is only 32 cm deep when FERME. Its wall-mounted design therefore allows you to make use of a section of wall without adding any floor furniture. The maximum weight capacity is 50 kg in total, including 20 kg on the shelf. The writing desk comes fully assembled with hooks, hardware, and instructions, and requires four mounting points on the wall.

A desk during the day, a console table, dressing table, or shelf when closed, the Gaston 80 cm adapts the function of a single piece of furniture to the rhythm of your home. Its generous width offers true comfort of use, while its floating silhouette retains the lightness sought after in contemporary spaces.

In detail:

• Variation : Spicy Coral & Burgundy / Natural oak

• Brand : Hartô

• Designer : Florence Watine

• Type : Wall desk, Wall writing desk

• Colour : Burgundy - Natural oak - Spiced Coral

• Material : MDF veneer oak and lacquered MDF - Leather tabs

• Dimensions : W 80 cm x D 32 cm x H 72 cm - Fold-down shelf: W 80 cm x D 40 cm - Small drawers: W 38 x H 5.5 x D 20 cm / Large drawer: W 76.5 x H 10.5 x D 20 cm - Interior height: H 32 cm
• Weight : 57.2 lb
• Characteristics : Compact desk / writing desk / small console table / dressing table / wall shelf - Fold-down door/shelf that converts into a work surface - 2 small drawers + 1 large drawer + interior compartment - Max. load: 50 kg total, including 20 kg on the shelf - Delivered fully assembled, with a wall-mounting hook, hardware, and instructions - 4 wall-mounting points