The Pier 60 Secretary Desk with Drawers brings discrete luxury and functional organization to master suites, private libraries, and contemporary home offices. Part of the iconic Pier bedroom and storage series, Pier 60 Secretary Desk with Drawers combines solid timber uprights with a floating cabinet housing integrated storage drawers and an intimate writing surface. Handcrafted in Italy, it delivers high-tactile comfort and spatial elegance to compact luxury interiors.
Made in Italy
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Primary Materials & Craftsmanship
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Solid Canaletto Walnut Base & Vertical Supports
Crafted from sustainably harvested North American walnut (Juglans nigra). Features a rich chocolate-brown heartwood palette with natural straight-to-wavy grain movement. Sealed in an anti-yellowing, low-sheen polyurethane matte topcoat (5–8% gloss level) that maintains raw timber tactile aesthetics while repelling moisture and skin oils.
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Open-Grain Stained European Ash
Solid European ash timber (Fraxinus excelsior) treated with deep-penetrating water-based stains. The open-pore finishing process accentuates the structural grain pores, providing high-texture visual depth rather than masking the timber beneath opaque lacquer. Available colorways:
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Black Ash (Deep charcoal-black with silvery grain contrast)
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White Ash (Soft chalk-white with visible grain definition)
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Grey Ash (Mid-tone concrete grey with cool undertones)
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Ocean Blue Ash (Muted marine blue highlighting natural pore structure)
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Micro-Veneered High-Density MDF Core (Storage Shell)
The floating storage unit and drawer fronts utilize low-emission, Class E1 CARB-Phase 2 certified high-density MDF clad in matching 0.6 mm real-wood veneers. This engineered core resists humidity-induced thermal expansion, preventing panel warping, seam splitting, or runner jamming across seasonal climate changes.
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Precision German Steel Drawer Hardware
Built using heavy-duty Blum® Movento/Tandem full-extension concealed steel runners. Rated for up to 30 kg (66 lbs) dynamic load capacity per drawer box, integrated with fluid air-dampened cushioning and push-to-open mechanical actuation.
Dimensions
Metric System
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Overall Width: 1100 mm (110 cm)
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Overall Depth: 550 mm (55 cm)
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Overall Height: 820 mm (82 cm)
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Writing Surface Height: 740 mm (74 cm)
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Knee Clearance Height: 660 mm (66 cm)
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Net Weight: approx. 48 kg
Imperial System
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Overall Width: 3 ft 7.3 in (43.3 in)
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Overall Depth: 1 ft 9.7 in (21.7 in)
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Overall Height: 2 ft 8.3 in (32.3 in)
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Writing Surface Height: 2 ft 5.1 in (29.1 in)
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Knee Clearance Height: 2 ft 2.0 in (26.0 in)
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Gross Weight (Packed): approx. 120 lbs
Ideal Architectural & Interior Applications
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Master Bedroom Work Nooks: Offers a private, elegant laptop workspace that blends seamlessly with high-end residential bedroom furniture.
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Boutique Hotel Suites: Delivers hospitality specifiers a compact executive writing desk and vanity solution in one timeless unit.
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Compact Urban Libraries & Studies: Maximizes utility within space-constrained floor plans without crowding wall perimeters.
Functionality
- Dual-Purpose Bureau & Vanity Versatility
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Engineered with a 740 mm (29.1 in) desktop height and a spacious 1100 × 550 mm footprint, Pier 60 seamlessly transitions between an executive laptop workstation, a private writing desk, and a master suite vanity table without requiring separate furniture pieces.
- Generous Knee & Apron Clearance
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Designed with 660 mm (26.0 in) of vertical lower clearance, allowing high-back upholstered desk armchairs, vanity stools, and executive seating (such as the Gervasoni Gray 23 or Loll 23) to slide fully beneath the frame, maintaining clear room walkways when not in use.
- Concealed German Push-to-Open Drawer Runners
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Equipped with full-extension Blum® concealed steel runners rated up to 30 kg (66 lbs) dynamic load. The push-to-open mechanism operates with a gentle touch, eliminating external hardware while maintaining a clean, uninterrupted timber façade.
- Fluid Soft-Close Damping
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Integrated air-dampened cushioning ensures drawers close silently and effortlessly, protecting delicate stationery, cosmetics, or electronics and preventing disturbances in quiet bedroom settings.
- Integrated Architectural Wire Management
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Features a discrete rear pass-through cutout within the internal desktop storage shelf, enabling power cables for laptops, desk lamps, and mobile devices to run cleanly down to wall outlets without visual clutter.
- Liquid & Scratch Resistant Work Surface
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Treated with an anti-yellowing polyurethane matte seal meeting UNI EN 12720 standards. Repels water rings, coffee stains, ink, and cosmetic oils while offering high scratch resistance during daily writing or work activities.
- Ergonomic Safety Edge Contours
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Finished with hand-sanded R8 to R12 mm continuous radii along all outer perimeters and leg junctions, eliminating sharp corners to enhance safety in tight bedroom corridors and protect fine garments from snagging.
- Acoustic & Flooring Surface Protection
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Inset with high-density, non-marking felt isolation pads flush-mounted to the bottom of each turned timber leg. Dampens floor vibration, reduces sliding noise, and protects hard surface flooring such as parquet, hardwood, or natural stone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does the Pier 60 secretary desk require assembly?
No. The Pier 60 secretary desk is delivered fully assembled directly from Gervasoni's workshops in Italy.
Can the Pier 60 be used as a bedroom vanity table?
Yes. Its ergonomic writing height (74 cm), integrated storage drawers, and refined timber finish make it an ideal dual-purpose writing desk and vanity table.
How should I clean and maintain the wood desktop?
Wipe down with a dry or slightly damp microfiber cloth. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, alcohol-based solvents, or heavy wax polishes to preserve the protective matte seal.
