Australian owned & designed in Sydney · 30-day returns, terms apply · Limited lifetime structural warranty
★★★★★ 4.9/5 from 171 reviews

The standing desk you’ll actually love living with.

Move from sit to stand in one touch—with smooth dual-motor lift, premium stability and finishes designed for real homes.

From $895AUD · live availability checked on Recess
98% recommend 5-year electrical warranty 30-day change-of-mind returns*
Small · Maple · White120 × 70cm · $895 AUD
Recess Standing Desk with a Maple top and White frame
Dual motorLow-decibel lift
125kgLift capacity
Up to 130cmExtended height
FSC-certifiedParticleboard core
Limited lifetimeStructural cover
4.9 ★
“Fits perfectly in my space.”Ilaria G. · Verified buyer living in an apartment
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The brief was simple

A standing desk without the usual compromises.

Recess built the desk for people who want to change position during the day—without adding wobble, office-grey energy or a noisy motor to the room.

01

Wobble is not a feature.

Three-stage steel columns, a substantial frame and levelling feet help keep a loaded setup steady when the desk is raised.

Designed for stability
02

It belongs in your home.

Six considered top finishes, three frame colours and a soft bevelled edge mean it reads as furniture—not call-centre equipment.

18 colour combinations
03

Changing position feels easy.

Quiet dual motors and programmable height memory remove the fiddling, so sitting or standing is a one-touch decision.

40mm per second
Recess Standing Desk raised in a home office
Your day, in motion

One desk. More ways to work.

Stay seated for focus. Stand for the next call. Shift again when you feel like it. Programmable height memory makes the change almost automatic.

9:00
Settle in seatedTap your saved height and get into the work.
11:30
Take the call standingDual motors move quickly without stealing the meeting.
3:15
Change it up againThe best position is usually the next one.
Proper engineering

Smooth on the way up. Solid when it gets there.

Dual motors do the lifting. Three-stage rectangular columns, a powder-coated steel frame and levelling feet do the staying put.

125kg
Serious lift capacity

Plenty of headroom for a substantial work setup.

40
Millimetres per second

Fast, controlled travel between preferred heights.

Low-decibel motors

Smooth movement without a noisy interruption.

3
Stage leg columns

Extended lift range with stability at full height.

Recess Standing Desk with Walnut top and Black frame in a bright home office
Looks like furniture. Works like equipment. Waterproof, scratch-resistant laminate over an E1-rated, FSC-certified heavy-duty particleboard core.
Loved in real workspaces

4.9 stars. 171 reviews. Very little wobble-room.

98%would recommend
“Fits perfectly in my space.”

A verified buyer living in an apartment chose the Small desk to create a professional setup without taking over the room.

Ilaria G. · Verified buyer
“Feels so luxurious and sturdy. No complaints.”

Owners repeatedly call out the substantial frame, premium finish and steady feel at working height.

Verified buyer · Recess.com.au
“Very clear instructions. Minimal packing. High quality materials.”

The desk arrives in two recycled-cardboard cartons and takes around 45–60 minutes to assemble.

Verified buyer · Recess.com.au
Office function. Home energy.

Good design doesn’t clock off at five.

Choose the size that fits your room, then make it yours with six tops and White, Black or Forest Green frames.

Maple Recess Standing Desk styled in a warm home workspace
Close-up of a Recess Standing Desk timber-look surface

Two useful footprints.

Small · 120 × 70cm for compact rooms.
Large · 150 × 75cm when you want more room to spread out.

Small Recess Standing Desk in Maple with White frame
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Find your fit.

Start with your space, then choose a top and frame. We’ll send your exact configuration to Recess.

1. SizeSmall · 120 × 70cm
2. TopMaple
3. FrameWhite
Small · Maple · White120 × 70cm · programmable height memory
$895
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Buying for two or more workspaces? Recess offers automatic multi-desk savings on the product page.

The little things do a lot

Details that disappear into the workday.

Save your heights, charge from the controller and route cords neatly through the desk. Less fiddling; more getting on with it.

M

Height memory

Save preferred working heights and return to them without finding the exact number again.

C

USB-A + USB-C

Convenient charging ports live on the control panel, right where you need them.

G

Cable grommet

A powder-coated double-flip grommet routes cords cleanly through the top.

T

Optional cable tray

Add the under-desk tray, with an optional four-plug power upgrade, to hide the rest of the cable situation.

Sold separately · not included
From box to better workday

Know what happens next.

Clear delivery windows, honest setup expectations and an assembly option in eligible metro areas.

Fast Australian delivery

Shipping is calculated at checkout by postcode and the desk travels in two cartons from Sydney. These are standard non-peak estimates.

Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane metro2–3 business days
Adelaide3–5 business days
Regional areas5–7 business days
Other states & territories7–10 business days

Sale and peak periods may take longer. Tracking is sent after dispatch.

Allow 45–60 minutes

Assembly is rated medium and takes seven steps. The substantial 33kg frame is a big part of why the finished desk feels steady.

  • Step-by-step instructions and required tools included
  • Frame carton: 33kg · Small top: 16kg · Large top: 23kg
  • “Sit Back & Relax” assembly available in eligible metro areas
  • Apartment standard delivery is to the building foyer
Made to stay. Backed to prove it.

Support that lasts longer than the trend cycle.

Recess pairs durable materials with long cover on the structure and electrics, plus a clearly documented returns window.

Warranty and return conditions apply. Cover is for eligible workmanship-related faults and the original purchaser. See the linked policy pages for full terms.

Limited lifetimeStructural warranty for eligible workmanship-related frame and leg defects.
5 yearsCover for standing-desk motors and electrical accessories.
30 daysReturn requests accepted within 30 days of delivery, subject to policy terms.
FSC-certifiedParticleboard core, recyclable steel and recycled-cardboard packaging with no styrofoam.
Good questions

Everything you’d ask in the showroom.

Still deciding? Recess can help with sizing, finish and delivery questions.

Will it wobble at full standing height?

Stability is a core design priority. The desk uses a substantial powder-coated steel frame, three-stage rectangular columns and levelling feet. The frame alone weighs 33kg, and verified reviews repeatedly mention its sturdy feel.

Which size should I choose?

Small is 120 × 70cm and suits apartments or compact workspaces. Large is 150 × 75cm and gives you more room to spread out. Measure the full floor area—including the 70cm feet—and allow room behind your chair.

Is the top solid timber?

No. It is waterproof, scratch-resistant laminate over an E1-rated, FSC-certified heavy-duty particleboard core. That construction delivers a consistent, durable surface without presenting it as solid wood.

How quiet is the motor?

Recess specifies low-decibel dual motors. The desk moves at 40mm per second, so the transition is brief as well as controlled.

What cable management is included?

The desk includes a powder-coated stainless-steel double-flip cable grommet. The under-desk cable tray and optional power board shown elsewhere on Recess are add-ons and are not included in the base desk price.

What are the 30-day return conditions?

Return or exchange requests must be made within 30 days of delivery and the desk and packaging need to come back in similar condition. Refunds exclude original shipping and carry a 10% restocking fee; store-credit and exchange conditions differ. The policy generally applies only to the first purchase of a particular product. Read the current returns policy before ordering.

Does “lifetime warranty” cover the motor?

The limited lifetime cover applies to eligible structural defects caused by poor workmanship. Motors and electrical accessories are covered for five years. Normal wear, misuse, cosmetic variation and overloading are excluded. See the full warranty terms.

Can I assemble it by myself?

Recess says most people can assemble it with the included tools and instructions. Allow around 45–60 minutes across seven steps, and consider a second person for the 33kg frame. Eligible metro customers can choose the “Sit Back & Relax” assembly service at checkout.

Make room to move.

Your next workday is coming either way. Build a desk that makes changing position the easy part.

Build yours — from $895
4.9/5 from 171 reviews · 30-day returns, terms apply · Afterpay + Zip available