Well, hopefully you know that usually you get what you pay for when it comes to furniture. With that said, this decent (looking) desk and bookcase cost under $150 each, and when you're on a tight budget, that's music to the ears.

Sami Hayek^TM Bookcase, $129.99, Buy it here.
-Made of Metal in Powder-Coated Gray Finish
-Frame Features Sturdy Platform Base
-Cross-Bar Support, Chrome Hardware
-Assembly Required
-Dimensions: 37.25 x 11.75 x 60.25"

Sami Hayek^TM Desk, $149.00, Buy it here.
-Made of Wood Composite in Melamine Gray Finish
-Frame Features Squared Pedestal Base
-Satin Nickel Pulls
-Assembly Required
-Dimensions: 52 x 23.88 x 30" "; Drawer/Basket Dimensions: 35.75 x 16.35" "; 52 x 23.88"

(Also, you can get 15% off when you spend $125 or more on furniture at Target.com

[posted by katie]