What height should a reception desk be?

A reception desk has two distinct surface heights: a staff work surface at 29"–30" for the seated employee, and a transaction counter at 42" for standing visitors. ADA compliance requires a lowered transaction section at no more than 36" high — at least 36" wide — for wheelchair access. If your space serves the public, the 36" ADA section is legally required, not optional. At FindOfficeFurniture.com, we help buyers confirm both heights are in the spec before ordering — call 888-719-4960 if you need a second set of eyes on your layout.