kneehole
Leg space below
A kneehole is the open space beneath a desk or table that allows someone's legs to fit comfortably while seated.
The term typically describes desks designed with drawers or cabinets on either side, leaving a recessed area in the center for the knees.
A kneehole desk is a common piece of furniture in home offices and studies, valued for combining storage with seating comfort.
Gap or start
- cavityEmpty space within
- alcoveRecessed area in room
- nookSheltered corner or alcove
- indentationInward cut or setback
cutout · gap · void · hollow · space · clearance · legroom · compartment
Body position, alignment
Furniture for writing
- bureauOffice or furniture chest
- secretaryAdministrative office aide
- vanityExcessive pride in oneself
- escritoirePortable writing desk
pedestal · drawer · cabinetmaker · joinery · carpentry · craftsmanship · woodworking · workstation
opening
Gap or start
indentation · cutout · gap · void · hollow · space · clearance · legroom · compartment · slot
posture
Body position, alignment
desk
Furniture for writing
escritoire · pedestal · drawer · cabinetmaker · joinery · carpentry · craftsmanship · woodworking · workstation · laminate
Chippendale
English furniture design tradition
Regency · mahogany · oak · walnut · veneer · marquetry · patina · restoration · provenance · auction