The shelf under the niche sits at desk height and works as a worktop, or as a shelf above your standalone desk. Above are two shelves for books and binders, with a door cabinet at the bottom.
What makes this design special
Split into three zones by height: shelves, an open work niche and a door cabinet. The divider above the niche is a sturdy, fixed shelf at worktop height.
Dimensions
- Width 47 1/4″
- Height 76 3/4″
- Depth 15 3/4″
- 11/16″ plywood, 1/4″ back panel
- Worktop height approx. 29 1/8″
Panel sizes (cut list)
| Part | Size | Qty | Material | Thickness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side | 76 3/4 × 15 3/4″ | 2 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Top / bottom | 45 13/16 × 15 3/4″ | 2 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Back panel | 47 1/4 × 76 3/4″ | 1 | Plywood (birch) | 1/4″ |
| Adjustable shelf | 45 11/16 × 15 1/2″ | 4 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
| Door | 23 9/16 × 21 7/8″ | 2 | Plywood (birch) | 11/16″ |
These are the cut sizes the cabinet designer computes (edge banding and kerf included). For drawers and doors, always check the clearance your own slides and hinges need.
Open this project in the cabinet designer with the button below. You see the cabinet in 2D right away and can change the sizes, material and layout parametrically; the panel sizes and the cutting plan follow along. Rather save it yourself? Download the project file and open it via Open › Load project.
Material and sheets needed
Based on the panel sizes above, this project takes about 2 sheets of 3/4 in (18 mm) plywood and 1 sheet of 1/4 in (6 mm) plywood (back panel). Prices vary by country and store, so check your local supplier; the tool works out the exact number of sheets and can show real prices from its material library.
Make it your own
Every size here is a starting point. For more background, read the guide on building a worktop to size.