Classic Men’s Desktop Interior Design (Working from Home in Style)

[@verdatum]

I got most of this stuff either starting or graduating high school (c/o 2000), because I was raised by a sorta traditional family. But I never used any of it, I didn't understand most of it, and I gradually got rid of all of it, including the desk itself. Lately, I sort of want it back.

[@remus2985]

Classic story man, problem is most of this cool old stuff isn't properly appreciated or explained to people, its left in the hands of either very fringe hobbyists or very obdurate family members so it ends up associated with said annoying people and their overly strict and at times bigoted views

[@moorshound3243]

​@@remus2985 nothing wrong with old school views & beliefs, being told you must accept everything or you are a bad person sucks even more in my opinion.

[@ece5925]

@@moorshound3243 well said

[@moorshound3243]

@@ece5925 why thank you, have a great day.

[@br3adcrmb250]

If I were you I would cry myself to sleep every night

[@Chadius_Maximus-on9mo]

Everyday I find myself getting closer and closer to all things archaic and old fashioned. Last year it was what I wore, then fountain pens, and now my desk. Soon my entire lifestyle will parallel that of a 1920's banker.

[@jaythemachine3845]

Nice

[@Somà_Jênar]

Chi Min Ho

[@romanov7723]

do you know where to buy "antique" style desks with a front panel? its hard to explain but i think you get the picture.

[@Chadius_Maximus-on9mo]

@@romanov7723 I'd probably recommend any local furniture store, locally owned, they might have some wooden desks that have an antique feel. Most of those types of desks probably have a front panel

[@dannyb2783]

Dont go jumping off of any buildings when the market crashes.

[@JoseCid_24]

What an amazing video! A classic desktop can show elegance and style, elevanting the look and giving a boost in productivity, at least for me hahahaha. The Gentleman's Gazette never fails to amaze me with great videos, congratulations for the all team.

[@jukeman9291]

I like to combine the modern streamlined style with classical ornamentations :)

[@yayabrooklyn]

So good! Would love to see a list of those old-fashioned "quirky" touches!

[@logenvestfold4143]

Someday I would like to have a Victorian style library/study.

[@claytonfinley488]

Great job Preston! Semi-casual, nailed it!

[@sincerelylalaa]

I recently found a bankers lamp with a blue shade and a marble desktop pen set at Goodwill. I love classic pieces, they usually stand the test of time.

[@edwardbirdsall6580]

I like my Amish made wooden desk. I also have a writing desk made by an ancestor I use to write snail mail on.

[@sikchopper3783]

Preston, great video.

[@greentriumph1643]

What you need is a 1930 brass sculpture or a car mascot like Lalique Spirit of the wind.

[@azy63]

The most attention grabbing accessory I've used was a Magic 8 Ball. I would joke about how I made such accurate decisions using that prognostication toy.

[@rachelgoremusic]

Just got myself a vintage banker's lamp at the thrift store for $5 and I love it so much. A few days later, I also found an antique banker's chair at Goodwill for $12. My partner thinks I'm turning our home into a bank.

[@hafsamuhammad1280]

Classic for Me, great video loved it. Great effort by team @gentleman's gazette.

[@elliottvaldez5947]

Great content keep it up

[@gerardodelafuente]

Thank you very much. Great video. I liked the water bottle you use. Where can I get it? Regards.

[@psimuv]

Great suggestions. However, how about incorporating high-tech office into a gentleman's office?

[@Uncleharkinian]

I work in IT I have a few ideas how to go about this, been trying to think how I can be a fully fledged IT pro wile also having a classic work space? What’s on your mind?

[@thespookycore4344]

Just got a bankers lamp from a thrift store! Unfortunately I'm still a recently moved in college student so it's by far the classiest thing that me and my roommates own and makes everything else look worse by comparison. Still a great find that will hopefully be a start to a better looking office space in the future.

[@moopy6344]

Just wanted to say that the stubble suits you Preston.

[@cathoderay305]

I was given a Montblanc pen recently, so I've gotten a start on this.

[@robertmaxey5406]

You forgot to mention ink blotters. A blotter is a must. Cheers.

[@GustavoSantiagoGo]

9:14 The perfect desk!

[@jproog41]

This is a great video. Looking to upgrade my library and this has plenty of ideas for me.

[@andyyoung6073]

Fantastic - really enjoyed this one. I’m looking to have an art deco style to my study, which is currently being built in the back garden…

[@aintnomeaning]

Don't believe it....I know Preston has the RGB somewhere! 😅

[@outinarizona]

Home desk = Whalen 72" Metal and Wood industrial workbench. I prefer standing. For sit times/visitors = 28" x 28" x 26.5" wood carved table with two chairs, same dark wood stain as the Whalen. I'm looking for that perfect video light that doesn't reflect in the eyeballs, or other. Not a fan of the Ring lights. Side note: Yay for no-product hair; looks way better. Thift shops find me lots of old style desk accessories in marble or wood or brass. my desk clock is the outlier - crystal.

[@torben_vp]

Also a very important point Clean your desk

[@samhalsey5051]

What bulb do you recommend in bankers lamp?

[@Fidozo15]

You’re not gonna believe this! This guy killed 15 Czechoslovakians… *This guy is an interior decorator*

[@Egilhelmson]

Dion O’Bannion was a Florist.

[@Y54F]

One day

[@TonyS2139]

I loove classic style, I feel myself with it...but just sometimes I feel like a grandpa....

[@calebtate6723]

That’s an unfortunate company name for that desk calendar 😑 it’s pretty classy otherwise lol 11:07 Also, this is the third KZbin channel I watch to mention the Leuchtturm notebooks in the last week. What that about?

[@gentlemaninjapan1994]

Just woke up and you had me at that internet joke 😂

[@michaelwhite9199]

The Amazon basics clone of the Moleskin notebook is a good option. More reasonable price, similar quality, and likely made in the same Chinese factory.

[@mirrimdimdom]

Is it the same exact size? I have a bespoke leather cover unfortunately made to an exact fit for Moleskine I am unwilling to give up. With Moleskine paper quality declining I am looking for alternatives.

[@sebastiankarlsson7358]

I like the beard preston!

[@lightclawshadowmarsch8167]

Its not a gentlemen desk less has at least. 3 attack cats. On hand.

[@OhioPalmTrees]

What if I work construction? 🤣

[@pjyast]

Almost all of this stuff can be found at thrift stores...in abundance.

[@claudelamoreux8543]

I love you guys, but you lost me with the clean desk nonsense. Everyone knows that a clean desk is the sign of a sick mind.

[@kurtfrancis4621]

A clean desk by someone actually working at a desk is certainly sick and shows they aren't working enough.

[@aleksandarpanic4883]

Home is family private area,not working !!! But nwo destroyed family,and stupi workers loosing privacy 😢

[@MegaTubetiger]

An excellent & informative video. I always appreciate Preston's delivery: Articulate, erudite, great vocal diction and diaphragmatic support, with a touch of humor. Superb! The new hair aesthetics also are very good for Preston. Thanks for providing.

[@joehonfleur]

🤭🤭🤭

[@masonr1666]

Adding to the thoughts on keeping a tidy desk... You need a "blank working spot" on your desk. This space is to always remain clear, unless you are working. For example, your keyboard and mouse uses this space when you are working at the computer. If you need to write something in a notebook, move the keyboard and mouse back to its home, then work on your notebook. When you are done with the notebook, put it back in its home. Have a designated "work space" on your desk that you keep empty.

[@scottgregg7994]

Preston, one of your best! Your style and delivery were on point and the content was excellent.

[@Egilhelmson]

The oil lamp is good as a backup during power outages. That is what we used my grandfather’s railroad lamps for, a couple times a year.

[@Reverend_Salem]

i personally use a candelabra.

[@pitiedvod]

The classic desk is my general way to go. I prefer antique bronze clocks amd lamps, leather trays and desk mats, and wooden items that work well together. There something’s I can’t do much about being a software engineer but with a little bit of planning you can keep that mostly hidden away such as your laptop and dock and made it so even my monitor can disappear when not in use.

[@kurtfrancis4621]

Nothing like the classical look with real materials.

[@Reverend_Salem]

and if you cannot find a sutible used desk at a thrift /antique store/ searching facebook marketplace/craigslist (and if you have the money to do so) you should comission one from a local woodworker over purchasing a mass manufactured desk. the quality will likely be much higher (or about equivalent), and can often have features that would be difficult to get on a regular desk, or only really found on compleatly custom/specialty company desk.

[@vladsikorsky7931]

I genuinely wonder how many people still handwrite paper letters, who they send them to, and how many replies they get in return. I mean, it's hard enough these days to come by an e-mail sent by a real person. Paper letters? I don't think I've seen one in over a decade.

[@outinarizona]

I stll write letters. Have a couple of friends who also prefer corresponding that way about long-term changes and journaling thoughts over time. We live in different states. We IM each other for the quick things.

[@vladsikorsky7931]

@@outinarizona That's very nice. It's good that you have those few friends.

[@SHMPhotography97]

Only point to disagree on is Moleskine for journals, as their paper is inconsistent and of poor quality. I highly recommend Rhodia/Clairfontaine paper, Tomoe River Paper, or Cosmo Air papers over them. Less expensive and of superior quality, especially for fountain pens.

[@jessebechtold2973]

The banker’s lamp is a great suggestion! Been hoping to find a good decorative candlestick telephone too, they just look awesome. On another note, whenever they do the sock reveal at the end I always hope for some sexy saxophone music 😂

[@mattbellal]

"'tis peak my Lord!!"

[@comradecracker447]

YES!!!!!!! THIS IS QUITE LITERALLY THE PERFECT TIMING FOR ME!!!!!! I just bought one of those “bankers” lamps but in a brown vintage look. It looks perfect. I am looking for desk things for my dorm. That’s where I’m at in the checklist and my goodness, but yet to buy anything but the lamp. I am already balling on a budget and this I’ll just make it perfect.

[@marcusbrown188]

I would prefer a hybrid of modern and traditional

[@italiancapo7]

Thumbnail is of JFKs presidential desk in the Oval Office

[@MandotheMETALMexican]

You love the channel, and topics you cover. Do you have anything covering a “study” or similar room? I’m not a huge fan of the term “man cave” thank you love your channel!!!

[@Reverend_Salem]

Recreation room, Lounge, or Smoking room might be gentalmanly alternitives to the term man cave

[@alternateunreleasedshellac505]

I just use a radiator as my desk💀

[@jasonpartridge3097]

I would love to get your take on a gentleman's home library.

[@Reverend_Salem]

massive hand made book cases filled with heavy leather bound books with a library ladder, and stained glass windows. A large over stuffed leather easy chair, next to a roaring fireplace with a stone hearth, a wool rug, a hot drink of choice, and a cat. (this is my dream library atleast.)

[@estherclawson6876]

Maybe look up dark academia design. Seems rather old school gentlemanly.

[@serpentinesecrets6771]

A room with all the books. I have 100s of books on dozens of subjects in nonfiction and fiction in mine

[@mrbojangles8133]

a type writer or an oil lamp as a decorative ornament is a nice touch in the home office environment

[@CallicoJackracham]

1:46 i'll never get tired of that ''Mass Facepalm'' gif.

[@alihusseintalib7538]

Hey guys, this may be a weird question to ask, but would you guys ever be visiting the UK anytime soon? I did hear. You might visit Edinburg soon, so if you are, could you please let us know? 😅

[@VidIan262009]

Love this! I like a blend of modern and traditional. My desk is a motorized sit-stand desk (modern) but its surface has an aged wood look (classic). I have a monitor and laptop (modern) but right next to it a banker’s lamp (brass with green shade) and Bulova clock that my company gave me for ten years of service. I need a letter tray, probably will go classic with that. Might get a pen holder too. Regarding pens, I do have a fountain pen and love it but to write notes in my notebook throughout the day I honestly find it to be a bit of a hassle so I just use my ballpoint pens. My next improvements to my desk are to get letter trays and clean up the papers and letters that are currently an eyesore and then tidy up all my wires. I’m going to get simple Velcro wire management/sleeves to make my desk less cluttered. So for me it’s modern in function but with classy touches…kind of like me myself. Thanks Gentleman’s Gazette!

[@dmk7902]

You should also recommend traditional brands wich are not china made like rössler

[@s.m.mediaproductions5304]

Regarding telephones, if one does not want to fork over the cost of a landline service, a pulse to tone converter will allow a rotary phone to work on a VOIP telephone service, and there's even bluetooth converters to make and answer cell phone calls on a landline.

[@Manuel421]

I prefer a more modern desktop today to keep things updated. Truly curious by the way and I know it's a bit random but it would be pretty interesting if you did a future video on what you all would wear to a theme park. I've always worn t shirts and shorts while attending one during my trips to Orlando to visit my grandparents but next time I'm out there I will think about upgrading to my moisture wicking polos and a pair of drawstring Seersucker pants that actually resemble Linen. While Cotton is amazing it takes quite awhile to dry after water rides which is pretty much the only negative. Performance Fabrics such as long sleeve t shirts are also helpful to a certain point but then again they wont protect your neck from the sun. Throwing on sunscreen can be a bit of a hassle at times but anyways Appreciate all the content you put out so thanks again to the entire GG team.

[@robertfahrun7399]

I love your lifestyle videos ❤ It would be quite interesting to see one on classic games for gentlemen like chess, backgammon or bridge!

[@robmc120]

Dont get moleskin notebooks, overpriced & not fountain pen friendly, the name is not worth the low quality. May the triune, infallible, omniscient God bless you with faith in Him, not fallible man’s limited knowledge of theories.

[@dim_watson]

Glad you included the rotary phone into your list! I have one on my desktop, it's fun to dial numbers the and receive calls the old way

[@barron204]

My set up: WFH vintage 30s oak desk, imac, Victorian oil lamp, family pictures on wall, drawer organisers, small oak desk top drawers. Work space: vintage 30s leather topped rimu bankers desk with back rail, overhead projector as lamp, large mirrors on walls.

[@Redacted724]

I have a drill sergeant that looks like he could be Preston’s angry older brother.

[@robbie6625]

I love the option of having a beautiful office so I can cruise around on Amazon LOL

[@Byrnzi360]

I really did not expect this video to delve into wired vs wireless home internet connections. Good job.

[@YESITSWILL]

and finally you can end the night with a nice glass of laudanum.🧐

[@masonr1666]

You can also look for retro designs. For example, if you like the aesthetic of type writers, they make retro themed keyboards with the same form factor as a typewriter. They have all of the functionality as a modern keyboard {usb-c, Bluetooth, lithium-ion batteries} but have the same look as a typewriter. Qwerkywriter, is expensive, but has that classic look.

[@mylifepart2]

i love the old...its more original and feels more cooler.... i love my home office setup...should make a video on it...on my channel...i already did my EDC...now its time for the office and desk setup video...

[@mohammadheydari6253]

Wow. I’ve been looking for this for years. Also please make a film on a gentleman’s man cave. Thanks a lot

[@rosedewittbukater4203]

I am a woman and love watching "Gentlman`s Gazette".

[@kaziiqbal7257]

I just want to stress how long I’ve been waiting for someone to go into detail about desks. It’s such an obvious thing but I’m kinda sick of saying “yeah that’s just the desk that I felt like getting” and dealing with a lame desk that doesn’t suit me. I may also be a little bit insane in that regard.

[@G1NZOU]

I have quite an unusual mix of styles, where the desk itself is modern frosted glass, but I accent it with vintage pieces like an old British GPO Type 332 phone, some leather accessories, and some vintage fountain pens. The vintage phone was restored and repainted in a lovely Cadbury purple, as well as rewired to work with a modern British phone socket, but in a couple of years I'll have to figure out how to connect it to a VoIP system to keep using it once BT switch over to the new systems and drop support for the legacy phone lines.

[@FriedPlacentaBurger]

I'm moving into an apartment soon and a video on gentleman furniture would be wonderful.

[@gecfes]

They actually have (at least) 2 other videos on home decor! One is more classic and vintage inspired and the other is more modern.

[@sckiw005]

Very Don Draper👏👏

[@mazyarkanani6708]

Nice pic of JfK’s Oval Office desk 👍

[@JimmyTwinpop]

I know this video is going to give me an anxiety attack

[@plonchyvideos7456]

A Newton's cradle is very naff these days. It's the sort of thing one would have as a teen in the '70s, which one would get bored with after the first ten minutes.

[@jasonkrick1614]

If your desk is neat and organized. You really don’t need a desk. A real desk that does real work is a f’ing nightmare of late work, presently working on project that is already late and future work that is already late. Sure, have a desk if you want to make it look like you work there. But, the only one you’re fooling is yourself.

[@TheNightshadePrince]

No wax seal and sealing wax?!?

[@marciocorrea8531]

Hi. My desk (natural wood) hás a 1939 typewriter, a vintage desk fan (working), a vintage rádio (working), and a all-metal desk lamp.

[@wdsbhb]

I’ll keep what I want on my desk and won’t be shamed for it. This is a ludicrous concept. Stick to your clothing reviews.

[@FreshCutFrenchFries]

I have so many items at my office. The one item lately many of my guests point out is my Dyson hepa-filter bladeless fan.

[@mnk9073]

That facial hair is the icing on a already great Preston cake.

[@lizhao6979]

人只要被外在的事物吸引，就被俘獲，不能自由，那種質感，那種歲月滄桑的愉悅，那種心理的滿足，緊緊抓住這個人，如果你能覺知，覺知會發現無比強大的慾望，覺知像一個老者，一個旁觀者，看著那個能量，能量就歸入覺知，使這個人覺醒，不斷練習，就會從慾望中解脫出來。

[@harryminn8461]

i love these guys

[@cowboycharlie4129]

Thank you for sharing this with us my name is charlie

[@1415J]

Bro is speaking in Times New Roman.

[@RobertHowe-f5z]

Yes, have a desk you truly love ! ❤😊

[@jloren4647]

Good idea for a topic.

[@rvpsilva9213]

This should come before pandemic

[@shiboomi2249]

Agree wholeheartedly. Unforgivable lack of precognition on the part of the Gentleman's Gazette.

[@TheLycan238]

I would like to be in a position to have a traditional style but with a modern desk (as in the physical object preferably custom made). Can't do much about the multiple monitors but can purchase items with a more traditional style such as the clocks, letter opener, letter trays, work in work out trays, desk mat etc.

[@Reverend_Salem]

depending on how handy you are, you might be able to make custom enclosures for the monitors. or have a local woodworker do it for you. either way, make sure you have adequate cooling. and also, invest in some cable management, even a cheap flexible plastic mesh tube will go a long way in helping your desk look cleaner.

[@TheLycan238]

@@Reverend_Salem great advice. Neighbour is a carpenter so no issue there. Yes I've considered cable management and will cable tie it under desk top.

[@mybrickhead]

I don't believe in office/computer/gaming chairs anymore ever since i was gifted a reclining armchair

[@mattfinish2196]

I'm surprised to not see a leather portfolio on here. I use mine all the time and think it looks rather classy. Loved the video.

[@uwe1969]

Stylish

[@libertariancapitalist]

Didn’t this video come out earlier today?

[@gentlemansgazette]

A version uploaded earlier lacked 4K resolution--we want to make sure that we're giving you the best possible picture clarity! 🙂 Thanks for being an eagle-eyed viewer. - Preston

[@TerraMagnus]

1:30 in and we are still hearing what we will eventually hear about 😂

[@lloydaurion-gaming46]

With internet: it can vary wildly where you live. No matter what, where I live I will have terrible internet. The geographic region is just terrible for internet. That’s what it’s like living in the Midwest. Terrible internet that is around 20-30 Mbps download speed is over $100/month where I am. That’s the best internet