Bench desks for shared layouts
Bench desks are linked workstation runs designed for multiple people, rather than a single standalone desk. They create a tidy, repeatable layout for teams working side by side and can be planned in rows, back-to-back clusters or longer desk banks.
Browse the wider range of office desks when combining benching with individual desks, meeting tables or touchdown spaces elsewhere in the workplace.
Planning a desk run
Start with the number of users, available floor area and circulation around each cluster. Consider how people will access their workstations and where power, data and cable routing will sit within the layout.
- Choose the number of positions in each run.
- Allow for screens, storage and shared accessories where required.
- Plan aisle space and nearby collaboration areas.
- Coordinate desk dimensions across departments or floors.
Our office space planning guide can help structure the early layout conversation.
Choosing the right format
Select a bench configuration that reflects the work being done, from focused desk zones to team neighbourhoods. Finishes, frame color and shared components can be coordinated to create a consistent look across a larger installation.
