Modular Woodworking Workbench

CAD & Carpentry

The Project

This project involves precision-modeling a modular workbench in Fusion 360 to optimize ergonomics and storage before executing the physical build. It grew from a desire to replace my old, tired workbench with something more practical. Various sized drawers were designed to hold large power tools as well as small hand tools. A large open shelf was left to accommodate blow-molded tool cases, commonly accessed tools, and to create a temporary "holding space" for current project parts. Side shelves were left for bottles (glue, lubricant, layout fluid, etc.) and clamp storage.

Objectives

Build Progression

10 steps
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01
Build step 1

Old workbench. A single shelf in the middle and lots of bins and disorganization.

02
Build step 2

Apron, skirt, and legs cut to size.

03
Build step 3

Front and back assemblies ready to be joined.

04
Build step 4

Skirt, apron, and legs fully assembled.

05
Build step 5

Side panels and shelf installed. End of day 1.

06
Build step 6

Top installed. Drawer spacers cut to size.

07
Build step 7

Drawer spacers installed. Drawer bottoms and sides cut to fit.

08
Build step 8

Half of the drawers assembled and installed. Custom fronts and pulls made from maple.

09
Build step 9

Drawer assembly finished. Final fitment and tweaking to be done.

10
Build step 10

Completed bench, drawers full of tools and top cluttered with the current project.