Create this project yourself with sheet material cut to size by TOSIZE.ie!

Jesus

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2 minutes

Sometimes a standard solution or product just won't do. Or often, it's simply not aesthetically pleasing! In this project, Jesus demonstrates how he created a very stylish folding desk from custom-cut white birch plywood.

Description by Jesus

I made a folding desk where I could hide my screen and my mess. Previously, as shown in one of the pictures, I had an Ikea folding desk in the living room... but there was no way to hide the screen or store it while I wasn't working. We have a very nice view from that spot, and it's a pleasant place to work with plenty of light, so I didn't want to move out of it. So, to avoid issues with my girlfriend about keeping the area tidy, I decided to make this box, and I love it! The area looks nice and clean, and I don't need to take my ultra-wide screen upstairs when we have visitors. The desk space is now larger too, which makes it even better! I already bought more wood to make a shelf and some modular furniture next to it! So stay tuned!

How I made this project

1. We hired an architect and designer to give us ideas on how to make the living room both livable and functional for our daily life.
2. I took the designer's ideas and searched for the box that I wanted! TOO EXPENSIVE.
3. Decided to buy the wood.
4. Chose this webshop (the best option to be honest).
5. Took the measurements and designed the box.
6. Bought the wood with the measurements I needed.
7. Used the drill to make small holes for dowel joints and glue, and assembled the structure.
8. Purchased the pistons and hinges for the door/desk, to soften the opening and closing and to hold it in place.
9. Installed the pistons and hinges (piston installation was a nightmare).
10. Mounted it against the wall! (Didn't pre-drill the whole, but checked before screwing for electricity and other metals with a special scanning tool).