An Engineering Marvel

Okay, okay, this desk doesn't include any structural breakthroughs, but it is big, and it is for an engineer.

Marc wanted to be able to lay out plans without completely obscuring his desk. I think we've accomplished that goal. This puppy is 120" long and 66" deep.

We hashed through several ideas of how to treat the corners before arriving at the curved edge on the top and the angled ends on the modesty panel.

For those of you keeping score, the wood is knotty alder with a custom matched stain. The top material is plastic laminate by Wilsonart "Luna Night".

The entertainment center/bookcase in the top picture is also from Saratoga Woodworks, as is the window seat barely visible toward the right of the picture.

Breaking News: Door morphs into table

This table was custom designed for a client with small children and a narrow nook with L shaped built in seating. She had an old door that she wanted to turn into a table, but decided that she didn't really know how to proceed.

The table is significantly cantilevered. The photos are deceiving, but there is very little overhang on the far side of the table. The supporting lumber is all reclaimed fir. The finishing touch will be a piece of 1/4" glass on the top.

I'm proud of this one because two of my vendors--who have seen it all--told me how much they like it. I think this design would make a great desk too, with the addition of a pencil drawer.