Since condos are getting a lot smaller, the going gets tough when negotiating tight spaces. This innovative compact desk from Crate & Barrel is the clever solution.

The cabinet converts to a full-size desk with a quick slide of the of its top. Made of solid poplar, birch veneer and engineered wood, this will the best $500 spent on redecorating and reorganizing your apartment .

I know what you’re thinking. It’s too bad Crate & Barrel is only available in the United States. Wrong!

Crate & Barrel will be opening their first Canadian location in Toronto on September 25, 2008 and in Calgary in 2009. In the meantime you can order online and have items shipped to Canada.

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

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