Thomas Jefferson designed his office, which he called his “cabinet,” to make long hours of writing letters as comfortable as possible. His setup included a red leather chair that swiveled on its wooden base, a table with a revolving top, and a bench to stretch out his legs. Note also the revolving stand to your right, designed for quick reference of letters and documents. Everything could be arranged for the greatest convenience. The room is a partial octagon, bringing in light from multiple windows. Jefferson had immediate access to the outdoors through a set of small glass doors on the left. On the opposite side, he could directly enter his alcove-style bed, which you can learn more about in the next room.