Patent ID: 6126253
Filing Date: 2000-10-03
Classification: A47B

Abstract:
A computer desk comprising:a work surface;a first pedestal, the work surface and the first pedestal being integrally constructed as a unit, the first pedestal extending generally downward from the work surface, the first pedestal supporting the work surface above a floor;a second pedestal that is a storage pedestal with an interior compartment, the second pedestal being releasably connected with and extending generally downward from the work surface, the second pedestal supporting the work surface above the floor, the second pedestal being spaced apart from the first pedestal, the second pedestal having a top that is spaced from the work surface;a connector that releasably interconnects the second pedestal and the work surface;a drawer space, the drawer space being at least partially defined between the second pedestal top and the work surface;a kneehole is defined between the first and the second pedestals, the drawer space extends from over the second pedestal, over the kneehole, and at least toward the first pedestal; anda drawer that is located in the drawer space, the drawer being slidably connected with the work surface and being slidable between a closed position, generally under the work surface, and an open position, in which the drawer extends outward from a front of the desk, the drawer extending over at least each of the second pedestal and the kneehole, the drawer having a bottom panel and having a front panel that is hingedly connected with the bottom panel, the front panel hinging forward and downward from a closed position to an open position, and hinging upward and rearward from the open position to the closed position.