The story on how I kinda made my wooden desk for my Tech: Design and Make class.

1. THINGS
GETTING OUT
OF SCALE
PSHS-MC Tech Z
VINCE ERNESTO A. DELOS SANTOS

2. For this year's Tech class, the project I
thought about is something that should be
USEFUL FOR ME, FUNCTIONAL,
WOODWORKING
(because I found it interesting)
and has something
to do with

3. A MODULAR DESK!!!
dimensions: 91 cm by 28 cm by 37 cm

4. It's simply your regular, basic, and
boring desk.
Minus the basic and the boring :)
What can it do?

5. 3 MAIN
CHARACTERISTICS
OF THE DESK
1. Functional
Still functions like a regular
desk!
Comfortable enough for you to
both relax and be productive
WHAT CAN IT DO?

6. PRODUCT BREAKDOWN
3 removable modules
BIG CABINET
BIG DIVIDER
SMALL DIVIDER

7. 3 MAIN
CHARACTERISTICS
OF THE DESK
2. Modular
3 Basic Interchangeable
Modules
Small Divider
Big Divider
Cabinet
WHAT CAN IT DO?

8. 3 MAIN
CHARACTERISTICS
OF THE DESK
3. Sturdy
Structurally safe and doesn't
compromise the safety of
the user!
WHAT CAN IT DO?

9. Friction-fit joints
Spacious storage cabinets
Interchangeable modules
Wide tabletop (91 cm by 28 cm)
Decent leg space (32 cm by 25 cm)
Perfect for a swivel chair (30 cm high)
Features

10. INITIAL PLANSHow did I envision it?

12. ...help keep things
organized
The desk should...
DRAWERS & CABINETS

13. ...be gadget-friendly
The desk should...
NEAT WAYS TO TUCK IN WIRES (neat and organized)
COMFORTABLE LEG SPACE (for prolonged use)
SPACIOUS TABLETOP (for computer peripherals)

14. ...be
AESTHETICALLY
pleasing
The desk should...

15. but...
this happened
1 is to 6 out-of-scale model

16. well it isn't that bad but...
FLAWS
Not all of the joints were friction-fit (some needed some sanding)
Back panel didn't fit correctly
Sliding mechanism was not as smooth as initially planned
Slight tilt between the various legs

17. PROBLEMSWhat happened?

18. OUT OF SCALE
Initially, I used the SketchUp 2018 software
to make my model.
However, upon constructing the prototype
(Laser cutting), the output was out of scale.
This would have been due to when I
exported the model, it got out of scale and I
failed to double check ALL (I checked only
some) of the measurements.
WHAT HAPPENED?

19. MATERIAL SOURCING
Even in the initial parts of the project, there
was a suggestion to use various kinds of
materials in constructing the desk
(Laminated tabletop). From the price alone,
it seemed impossible, or rather very costly,
in completing this desk. In wood cutting the
1 is to 2 scale prototype, this already
needed 2 pieces of 4 by 6 feet plywood
amounting to around Php 2000 alone.
WHAT HAPPENED?

20. OTHER PEERS
When I planned my schedule out, a huge
delay was brought about by being unable to
laser cut my 2nd prototype because it was
after classes and I got kicked out because
other people reasoned out that it was a
"free-for-all" and others could laser cut too.
Nonetheless, having a better schedule
would have solved the problem and
avoided further delay.
WHAT HAPPENED?

21. LEARNING
OUTCOME
What did I learn from a wreck of a journey?

22. LESSON #1
Don't procrastinate! Time is of the essence!
WHAT DID I LEARN FROM A WRECK OF A JOURNEY?
PLAN AHEAD
Make a schedule wherein you're sure
that you'll be able to follow. Set your
appointments and follow the
deadlines. However, account for all
the worst scenarios and be ready to
compensate when you need to, a little
adjustment isn't that bad (keyword
*little*)

23. LESSON #2
Communication is key!
WHAT DID I LEARN FROM A WRECK OF A JOURNEY?
CONSULT WITH
OTHER PEOPLE!
One of my biggest shortcomings would have
been consulting frequently with other people
with regards to my design. Consultation helps
you in being able to correct your mistakes
while you still can and they're meant to help
you through both positive feedback and
constructive criticisms.

24. LESSON #3
Check the label/measurements! Better safe than sorry!
WHAT DID I LEARN FROM A WRECK OF A JOURNEY?
OBSERVE & RECORD,
NEVER ASSUME
Another big downfall of mine was when I was
in times of uncertainty, I just tend to assume
and wing it. Don't be like me. Always be sure
and recheck when needed. Wasting your
precious time and resources on something
that's been a mistake from the start is one of
the worst feelings.

25. LESSON #4
Such is life.
WHAT DID I LEARN FROM A WRECK OF A JOURNEY?
BE READY, TO MAKE MISTAKES
Despite being one of the worst feelings, it's alright to make mistakes. Just
don't forget to learn from them so that you won't end up committing the
same ones over and over again. (like me)

26. WHAT DID I LEARN FROM A WRECK OF A JOURNEY?
IF GIVEN THE
CHANCE
I would stick to the schedule.
I would consult with other people.
I would double check just to be sure.
I would avoid procrastinating.
I would learn from my mistakes.

27. submitted by
Vince Delos Santos
of
Tech Z, 2017-2018
THANK YOU FOR
YOUR TIME
DEAR READER!
WAHU TAPOS NA!!