New Twist on Traditional Desk

No longer just a place to stash books, pencils and the occasional spitball, the classroom desk has morphed into a multitude of shapes these days. SmithSystems sticks with the traditional open-front format, but updates it with better ergonomics and a variety of colors. Buyers can mix and match materials in 17 different colors so that it will match just about any school décor. With instant access to all that’s inside, the Elemental Desk means that getting classroom materials won’t take the class 10 minutes. The desk sells for between $166 and $191, depending on the choices.