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    Desks

    • How to Build a Desk Gallery

      June 15, 2020

      Christian Becksvoort shows you how to build a gallery that's full of functionality and eye-catching details.

    • Eain Tierney’s Chatoyance Writing Desk

      November 26, 2019

      Eain Tierney's Chatoyance writing desk is made to be appreciated not only for its beauty but for what happens when it moves.

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      Modern Desk: Final Glue-Up

      September 17, 2019

      Breaking down the assembly into manageable sections will reduce the stress of this multipart glue-up.

    • Danish Modern Desk

      How to Make a Danish Modern Desk

      July 9, 2019

      Tim Rousseau’s modern desk looks simple, but a lot goes into making it. In this introductory video Tim gives an overview of the build.

    • An Elegant, Contemporary Desk

      July 26, 2018

      A clever, clean approach to design and joinery.

    • Desks: Our Favorite Articles

      June 21, 2018

      Tim Rousseau, Christian Becksvoort, and others show you how to make varying styles of desks in this roundup of articles

    • Designing a Rococo Slant-Front Desk

      January 15, 2018

      Explore the design process behind Curtis Erpelding's version of a Rococo slant-front desk.

    • Build a Standing Desk

      September 29, 2016

      Shaker-inspired design is comfortable and practical.

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      Build a Shaker Lap Desk

      May 12, 2015

      Celebrate pen and ink with this quintessential case.

    • Designing a Writing Desk

      December 3, 2014

      The inspiration behind a successful desk design.

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