How wide should a reception desk be?

For a single-staff reception station, a minimum of 60" wide is standard — enough for a monitor, phone, and paperwork without feeling cramped. Two-staff configurations typically start at 96"–120". If ADA compliance is required, one section must be at least 36" wide at the lowered counter height. At OfficeFurniture2go.com, we offer reception desks from compact 48" single units up to full 120"+ curved suites — call 1-800-460-0858 to discuss the right size for your lobby traffic and staffing.