Desk and office chair dimensions
Desk height 29-30 inches; standard writing desk 48×24. L-shape 60-72 per side. Office chairs 24×24 with 36 inches behind.
In this guide
- 1
Writing/standard desk
Width: 48-60 inches. Depth: 24-30 inches. Height: 29-30 inches.
- 2
Computer desk
Width: 48-60 inches. Depth: 24-36 (extra for monitor). Height: 29-30.
- 3
L-shape desk
Each side: 60-72 inches. Depth: 24-30 inches. Corner clearance: plan a chair-radius arc at the inner corner.
- 4
Executive desk
Width: 60-84 inches. Depth: 30-36 inches. Height: 29-30.
- 5
Standing desk
Height (adjustable): 24-48 inches. Width and depth: same as standard.
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Office chair
Footprint: ~24 × 24 inches (5-star base). Seat height (adjustable): 16-21 inches. Walk-back clearance behind desk: 36 inches minimum to roll back and stand.
Frequently asked questions
What's the standard desk height?
29-30 inches for typical seated work. Standing desks 24-48 adjustable.
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