# Architectural Writing Desks The Monte Carlo Desk by David Linley is Selling for $100,000 By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monte-carlo-desk References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/10/21/monte-carlo-writing-desk/) & [davidlinleyfurniture](http://www.davidlinleyfurniture.com/monte-carlo-desk) I don't think I've ever seen a desk as magnificent as the Monte Carlo Desk. Modeled after the Monte Carlo Casino, it actually features a replica right on its surface. Custom made by the extraordinary [industrial designer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/don-heston-studio) David Linley, the Monte Carlo Desk is currently being sold for $100,000. The main body is made out of American walnut, red leather. The mini building features six secret compartments and there are details throughout the desk that act as special references to the casino itself. This is definitely one piece of furniture that deserves its [collectible status](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-board-game). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Desks:** There is a growing trend of luxury desks that feature unique design elements and high-quality materials, offering a statement piece for affluent customers. - **Replica Furniture:** Replica furniture is becoming popular, allowing individuals to own scaled-down versions of famous landmarks or iconic buildings, providing a unique and eye-catching addition to their interiors. - **Collectible Furniture:** Collectible furniture is gaining traction among collectors and art enthusiasts who appreciate the craftsmanship and exclusivity of limited-edition pieces, creating opportunities for high-end designers and artisans. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The luxury desk trend presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for furniture manufacturers to create high-end, premium desks with unique features and intricate designs. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can take advantage of the replica furniture trend by incorporating scaled-down replicas of famous landmarks or iconic buildings into their designs, providing a distinctive aesthetic for their clients' spaces. - **Fine Art and Collectibles:** The rise of collectible furniture opens up opportunities for the fine art and collectibles industry to curate and showcase limited-edition pieces that appeal to collectors and art enthusiasts seeking exclusive and unique furniture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Sculptural Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arnardo-desk.md) - [Modern Office Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelcase-3.md) - [Ultra-Chic Wall Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-desks.md) - [Floating Architectural Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1949-protractor-desk.md) - [Hyper-Customizable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercustomizable-desk.md) - [Made-to-Order WFH Office Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porvata-cardinal-computer-desk.md) - [Ultra-Minimalist Elegant Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-desk-design.md) - [Professional Personalization Standing Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood-standing-desk.md) - [Computer-Housing Office Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lian-li-dk07.md)