Does this table look too big in my bay window?

[Iambacck]

Tomorrow is the last day to return. So please help me decide.

Yes, I think go wider and shallower, traditional- the AI dining table set up looks good

Put table cloth on it and a side light when you're not using it

I think this comes down to what is most important to you OP.

If the aesthetic of the room is most important to you then you could source an alternative table, or replace it with an occasional chair and coffee table.

If working from a beautiful space, and having a large comfortable desk is important then keep the current set-up and work from this room.

If it was me (assuming you work from home a fair bit), I’d work from whichever room would
make my day more pleasant, using a desk and chair that was the most comfortable and practical.

The photos that you’ve posted only show one part of the room and are focussed on the desk. The room is beautiful and it will still be beautiful with an imperfect desk.

Nothing wrong with the size…… It doesn’t match the decor. You need something more quirky and less office. I think the room itself is gorgeous and has lots of potential but it need refining.

Send it back. It doesn’t suit the room or space. I’d get something half the width of the bay window in a more traditional style and put it on the right hand side of the bay window. Or put your sofa in that space and another style desk against the wall

It’s not the size but the style that’s wrong. It’s too commercial. Don’t go wi the rest of ur gorgeous room

@Iambacck for your new desk in that room
Decide whether the sit stand function is required - I love my sit stand desk, I wouldn't be without it.

If you do want a sit stand desk - go white / pale so it blends in the room more
The reason why your other desk doesn't look right is because because it's so jarring - black legs, pine top and too deep /big for the bay window

If you want a sit stand that isn't horribly officey try one of those architect leandesks.

leandesk.com/product/leandesk-bamboo-folding-sit-stand-desk-the-space-saving-ergonomic-workstation

@Iambacck If you don't want sit stand desk, this gives you lots more options.

Decide on the style you prefer - pared back or more opulent /classic (the old desk option)

Deciding whether you want a sit stand desk is the key first decision you need to make

Why can't you work from the spare room? You can have the desk in there which is practical and comfortable. When you have sorted out the boxes it won't be cluttered .

I would return it as it’s not the right desk. I would look for another desk to go into that lovely room. Definitely work from this room if it you much prefer it, it’s very important to choose the room to work in that makes you happy.

I think white, with or without an oak top would look better. I have two white trestles from Ikea with an oak table top (in place of the Ikea gloss one) between them as my desk. It has a drawing board set up so can be adjusted to slope but I mainly use it flat with a laptop and for painting / crafts. Could also use it as a dining table if needed . Mine is called a finnvard

@Bellu this desk looks lovely but not suitable for @Iambacck
You can't use it against glass. You can't use it for crafts

Looks grand to me

You can’t return it if it has been used.

Look too big? No it doesn’t. And if it functions for it’s intended purpose then great, it’s not there to be a decorative piece, it so you can earn a living.

Doesn't look right at all. Its the table like style thats wrong. Needs to be a "heavier" piece with drawers.

It's nor really suitable at all. It just looks wrong for that space in that room.

It looks out of place in a lounge. The window space could take something larger and more traditional.

I’d go for something vintage or antique. Maybe something like this? You’d need to check sizes though to make sure that it’s comfortable for you.

https://www.vinterior.co/furniture/tables/desks/mid-century-oak-desk-teachers-style-1950s-1960s-sku18612370

Please could you tell me what website this is?

If you’d prefer to work in that room (and who wouldn’t?!) you could go for a more traditional style desk, then get something like this to use on it when you want to stand. I have something similar to this and it works well. It’s very easy to take apart and tuck away at the end of the working day.

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1034087442/adjustable-standing-desk?gpla=1&gao=1&utm_source=connexity&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_uk_google&utm_content=CjwKCAiAtbvXBhB_EiwAjwv9JjuXrOsDrs6amKhC6NAHhfQSEcQoxsXBi_3Tm8Rt-ToUBykvXsqL9xoCQu0QAvD_BwE&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23110659535&gbraid=0AAAAAD_PDJnuQOeJXkEmmRT_VuH6L8DbK&gclid=CjwKCAiAtbvXBhB_EiwAjwv9JjuXrOsDrs6amKhC6NAHhfQSEcQoxsXBi_3Tm8Rt-ToUBykvXsqL9xoCQu0QAvD_BwE

Something like this may be nicer, with a laptop and second screen riser it works for me in a small space and goes better with the white aesthetic. Not necessarily this one as not beautiful but don't write off slim dressing tables https://applink.ikea.com/tY8M9r9M4w--80483438--gb--en

I think I would feel like I was working in a goldfish bowl, sitting at the downstairs window like that without any shutters, nets, cafe curtains, etc. Is there nowhere else that you can work by a window if you need the light for your work?

Definitely send the table back, it just doesn't work in your beautiful home.

It looks too cheap and office like in your beautiful room, if you need a desk you need something chunkier and more traditional. I’d return.