Peek a Book Desk
Made by Poltrona Frau
Designed by Roberto Lazzeroni
Roberto Lazzeroni conceived the Peek-a-Book as a desk that holds the sensibility of a private library. The writing surface, expansive and calm, is not simply a workspace but a place of pause, study, and personal ritual.
Poplar plywood is bent continuously to form both the writing surface and the base, then wrapped entirely in Pelle Frau leather. The reference is deliberate: the supple, taut cover of a well-made book. Two central drawers and discreet side doors conceal cable management, preserving the desk's composed exterior.
- Structure in bent poplar plywood, fully wrapped in Pelle Frau leather
- Solid ash trestle finished in moka or wenge stain
- Two central drawers with integrated cable management behind side doors
- Available across the full Pelle Frau color palette
The ash trestle, finished in moka or wenge stain, anchors the composition with quiet architectural presence. Pelle Frau's broad color palette allows each desk to carry a distinct, personal character, from warm cognacs to deep, saturated blacks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelle Frau leather?
Pelle Frau is Poltrona Frau's proprietary leather, tanned and finished in Italy to exacting standards developed over more than a century. It is known for its consistent grain, soft hand, and extensive color range, and it ages with a characteristic patina that deepens over time.
Who designed the Peek-a-Book Desk?
The Peek-a-Book Desk was designed by Roberto Lazzeroni, an Italian architect and designer based in Pisa whose work consistently explores the dialogue between craft tradition and contemporary form. His collaboration with Poltrona Frau spans several collections that foreground leather as both structure and surface.
What finish options are available for the trestle?
The solid ash trestle is available in two stain finishes: moka and wenge. Both read as warm, architectural anchors that complement the leather-wrapped body without competing with it.
How is cable management handled in the Peek-a-Book?
Cable management is routed through the desk's interior and concealed behind the two discreet side doors, keeping the exterior surface uninterrupted and the overall silhouette clean.
Is the Peek-a-Book Desk made to order?
Yes. Because the desk is offered across the full Pelle Frau leather palette, it is produced to order, allowing specifiers and clients to select the color that best suits a given interior. Lead times vary and can be confirmed at the time of inquiry.