Collection of Found Objects

Primary Objective: Design and construct a large work surface to be used in the “Arts & Textiles” area of a non-profit maker-space. Budgetary constraints necessitate the use of inexpensive materials.

Secondary Objective: Gain familiarity with Fusion 360 for CAD and CAM and experience with CNC machining, while leveraging parametric design to minimize material waste.

• Specific Goals: A design that is constructible and suitable to the client’s budget. A modular design will increase the future usability of the investment as the space use changes over time.
• Measurable and Achievable Goals:
  • 1) Design modular model
  • 2) run test cut and
  • 3) construct “proof-of-concept” module
  • 4) collect materials
  • 5) organize volunteer labor into manufacturing blocks
    • cutting
    • sanding
    • staining
    • glue-up
    • final construction and placement
    • trim
• Time-Bound Goals: 4 weeks from start to finish

Method:

• Build a single module
  • Qty 2 – 4’x8′ sheets of construction grade plywood material was cut and transported “flat pack” style to my basement as the “proof of concept test”. Total cut-off waste for each module is pictured.
  • Glue-up and finish-nail
  • Set leveling base
  • Attach cabinetry to base
• Construct entire work table
  • Cut all 8 sheets of plywood, sending to “sanding team”, then “staining team” and overnight drying
  • Transport flat-pack parts to second floor
    • Glue-up and finish nail
    • Set leveling bases
    • Attach cabinents
    • Attach Qty 3 4’x6′ sheets of plywood for table sub-base and connect structure
    • Add 2′ plywood cut-offs to table end shelving
    • Attach 2″x4″ milled trim pieces to table outside
    • Apply masonite top for final work surface with double-sided carpet tape
      • Masonite is ultra smooth and easily replaced if damaged