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COMPUTER FURNITURE
xx   COMPUTER
xx   FURNITURE
xx   OFFICE FURNITURE

Contemporary-style computer desk features a large drawer that hides your printer and its supply of paper.
AMERICAN WOODWORKER Jul-Aug 1989 (v.5#4) pg. 34

Home office cabinets. A flexible computer desk is a woodworker's version of a well-tested line of metal office furniture. Dual pedestals with drawers support a large desk top. An upper cabinet with flip-up doors attaches to the wall over the desk. Built from birch plywood, cherry plywood, and solid cherry.
AMERICAN WOODWORKER #95 Sep 2002 pg. 60

How to build a corner storage cabinet that holds a television, stereo and a computer. Built from waferboard and plastic laminate. Measures 72" high and 12 ft. in length.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jan 1985 (v.63#1) pg. 74

How to install the KIM computer in an attache case.
BYTE Sep 1977 (v.2#9) pg. 26

Tips on installing all of your computer and peripheral equipment in a single large cabinet.
BYTE Dec 1977 (v.2#12) pg. 84

A home for your computer. Wooden box serves to transport your home computer and serves as the desk or stand for the unit when it is operating.
BYTE Jun 1979 (v.4#6) pg. 70

The essential home office how-to guide. (1) The home office. The ins and outs of comfortable and efficient work-at-home space. (2) Office-in-a-box. This combination desk and workstation closes up to conceal your computer and documents behind a decorative frame-and-panel design.
CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP Feb 2001 (v.24#4) pg. 32, 36

Incorporate a computer into an old desk by constructing a larger center drawer to hold the keyboard.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Nov 1983 (v.7#2) pg. 50

Computer desk on casters is made of oak-veneered particleboard and edged with strips of iron-on oak veneer. Features a large pullout file drawer in the base, a pullout shelf for the keyboard and a third pullout shelf for documents, books, etc. The unit is assembled with knock-down hardware. Overall dimensions: 23"x36"x28" tall (plus casters).
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Dec 1994 (v.18#3) pg. 54

Digital riser. A wooden stand to elevate the computer monitor. It has two compartments, one with CD rack and the other side with two shelves.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Jan 1997 (v.20#4) pg. 8

Harvest-style table is constructed for use as a computer desk by incorporating a keyboard recess. The large pine or maple top (32"x60") is fitted with wings (16"x20") on each side of the keyboard and finished in a natural color. It is supported by a painted base with four turned legs.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Feb 1998 (v.21#5) pg. 38

Build your own modular office furniture out of particle board, plastic laminate and oak trim. Designs for use with small computer systems are shown.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #236 Feb 1983 (v.33#2) pg. 34

Computer desk is built from pine. Est. cost: $75.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #245 Jan 1984 (v.34#1) pg. 63, 70

Contemporary oak computer desk lets you custom fit the desk to your system. Includes a separate roll around printer stand.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #261 Sep 1985 (v.35#7) pg. 102

Wooden computer desk (30"x60"x30" high) with bullnose edges and knockdown hardware. Desk has two side drawers (one fitted to hold a mouse pad) and a center drawer that holds a keyboard. Separate printer stand has a slot for paper feed from beneath.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #314 Jan 1991 (v.41#1) pg. 62

Designing computer furniture. Considerations of components and user comfort.
FINE WOODWORKING #77 Jul-Aug 1989 pg. 32
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #78 Sep-Oct 1989 pg. 6
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #79 Nov-Dec 1989 pg. 34

Custom office furniture with a new angle. Wrap-around computer desk features standardized construction techniques while still allowing "custom" appearance.
FINE WOODWORKING #82 May-Jun 1990 pg. 70

Computer desk design with emphasis on concealing wires and the importance of keeping enclosed components cool.
FINE WOODWORKING #92 Jan-Feb 1992 pg. 52

Knockdown computer desk. Edge-banded plywood and screw-together shop made threaded inserts make it simple and strong. The computer is concealed in one pedestal of the desk on a pull-out tray.
FINE WOODWORKING #103 Nov-Dec 1993 pg. 70

A laptop computer desk doubles as a side table. A sliding tray with a fold-down drawer front hides a thin laptop computer in a simple table with a light and delicate appearance and four curved, tapered legs. Overall dimensions: 36"x22"x30" tall.
FINE WOODWORKING #133 Nov-Dec 1998 pg. 58

Guidelines for setting up a comfortable computer work area at home.
HOME MECHANIX #800 Nov 1995 (v.91) pg. 39

Make your own metal frame for a homebuilt computer. Estimated cost: $10 up.
KILOBAUD MICROCOMPUTING #40 Apr 1980 pg. 98

Build a nicely styled wooden cabinet for your OSI Superboard II computer. Cabinet has a built-in power supply (schematic shown).
KILOBAUD MICROCOMPUTING #40 Apr 1980 pg. 202

Two desks you can build for your home office. (1) A contemporary rolltop. (2) A well planned computer desk.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #669 Feb 1984 (v.80) pg. 66
Added Info MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #672 May 1984 (v.80) pg. 8

The "portable" Atari. Attach the Atari computer, cassette recorder, power supply, and cables firmly to a board to make the unit easier to move around.
MICROCOMPUTING Sep 1982 (v.6#9) pg. 84

Equip an attache' case to carry the ZX-81 computer, cassette player, power supplies, documentation, etc.
MICROCOMPUTING #78 Jun 1983 (v.7#6) pg. 76

Versatile printer stand provides three paper trays and features optional "smart" power and printer-selector switches. Build from either clear Plexiglas or wood.
MODERN ELECTRONICS [2] Apr 1986 (v.3#4) pg. 50

Laptop computer enhancements. (1) Battery-powered fluorescent lamp provides adequate lighting for using liquid-crystal-display screens. (2) Printer stand features a pull-out shelf on which to set the laptop computer when printing. (3) Improving the tractor-feed mechanism on printers to eliminate jams when using "clean-perf" paper.
MODERN ELECTRONICS [2] Jan 1987 (v.4#1) pg. 50

Wall-mounted L-shaped desk and typing/computer console are made from hollow doors. Est. cost: $100.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #153 Dec 1995-Jan 1996 pg. 26

The media wall. Stacking cabinets and shelves provide a place for computers, stereos, TVs, VCRs, record storage, etc. Built from birch plywood. Est. cost: $198.
NEW SHELTER Sep 1982 (v.3#7) pg. 51

Build a computer workstation. A three-piece desk that includes a computer module, printer module and storage-drawer module. Constructed of oak veneer plywood with plastic laminate work tops.
POPULAR MECHANICS Aug 1983 (v.160#2) pg. 92

Computer cabinet features a roll-top tambour and clean, smooth lines. It is built of solid red oak and red oak plywood. It features casters and a slide-out keyboard shelf.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1984 (v.161#2) pg. 100

A classic desk for your computer. When closed, it looks like a traditional slant-front secretary desk with 4 drawers. It actually contains a lateral file drawer, a standard drawer, and room for an IBM PC computer. Overall dimensions: 46" tall, 43" wide, 27" deep. Includes tips on designing your own computer furniture.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1985 (v.162#2) pg. 106

Build a home computer center. Special desk unit holds VDT, disk storage unit, and printer (on a roll-out compartment). Built from 2 sheets of 3/4" plywood.
POPULAR SCIENCE Nov 1981 (v.219#5) pg. 100

Home computer (or video game) center and bench is made from 1 sheet of plywood.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1983 (v.223#2) pg. 90

Two computer carrels (desks). (1) Veneered stand. (2) Laminated trestle.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1984 (v.224#3) pg. 150

Castered computer desk is made from one 4x8-ft. structural panel. Winning design in the 8th annual Popular Science/American Plywood Assn. design contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1984 (v.225#2) pg. 87

Enclosure for a computer and printer folds up into a compact unit when not in use. Made from 1.5 sheets of paneling. Winning design in the 8th annual Popular Science/American Plywood Assn. design contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1984 (v.225#2) pg. 88

Simple desk unit for a small computer is made from half sheet of waferboard. Winning design in the 8th annual Popular Science/American Plywood Assn. design contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1984 (v.225#2) pg. 90

Build a foam-padded box with a plastic front and top to silence a computer printer.
POPULAR SCIENCE Oct 1984 (v.225#4) pg. 122
Added Info POPULAR SCIENCE Feb 1985 (v.226#2) pg. 12

Roll-around computer stand, printer stand and file drawer made from 1 sheet of plywood. Winner in PS/APA contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1985 (v.227#2) pg. 86

Build a simple desk-top stand for your computer printer from 2x4 lumber, steel rods, and adhesive.
POPULAR SCIENCE Nov 1985 (v.227#5) pg. 108

Sleek, cheap stand for a small computer printer is built from a 12"x36" piece of veneer shelving and a wood dowel.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1986 (v.228#3) pg. 4

Compact computer desk is ideal for a small room. Features a drop-down desk leaf. Made from 1 sheet of plywood. Winning design in the 10th annual Popular Science/American Plywood Assn. contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1986 (v.229#2) pg. 89

Computer security cabinet. Large wooden box sits on a table and surrounds a personal computer and printer. A lockable cover secures the equipment when needed.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #54 May 1990 (v.9#6) pg. 60

Simple desk for a desktop computer uses half-blind dovetails to attach the stretchers. Overall dimensions: 33"x22"x31" tall.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #63 Nov 1991 (v.11#3) pg. 55

Computer printer stand made from wood. Also suitable for use as an occasional or end table. Overall dimensions: 25"x20"x26" tall.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #64 Jan 1992 (v.11#4) pg. 32

Crafting a corner computer desk from oak plywood. This three-piece L-shaped unit measures 90" per side. It features a rolling stand for a printer, two file drawers, a large storage cabinet, plastic-laminate top, etc.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #82 Jan 1995 (v.14#4) pg. 30

Sheraton-style computer workstation is built around the reproduction of an 18th century tavern table that uses pre-turned dining table legs and a plywood top. The table portion (63"x30"x30" high) has a shallow drawer in the apron. A return (41"x 29"x27" high) is fastened to the table at one end to provide an L-shaped work area. A keyboard riser and support for the computer video terminal (24"x16"x4" high) sits on the return. A matching two-drawer file cabinet (18"x21"x24") completes the ensemble.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #98 Sep 1997 (v.17#4) pg. 54

Build a table for your computer. Plywood topped table with pull-out shelf for keyboard, or a chopping block table with optional stand for monitor.
SUNSET Feb 1984 (v.172#2) pg. 100

A selection of ideas for storage cabinets and stands for home computers are shown.
SUNSET May 1984 (v.172#5) pg. 122

Putting computers in their place. (1) Special cabinet for computer games fits under the TV. Est. cost: $100. (2) Corner desk for a home computer. Est. cost: $85. Both units built from medium-density fiberboard.
WOMAN'S DAY Oct 25 1983 (v.47#2) pg. 50, 118

Computer desk. Elegant walnut desk features traditional styling combined with high-tech features.
WOOD MAGAZINE #80 Aug 1995 (v.12#5) pg. 62, Insert

Craftsman-style computer center. L-shaped corner unit has four gridded supports for the laminated top. Two-drawer cabinet mounts beneath the top of the longer leg of the "L". Two supports and a top can also be used to make a table.
WOOD MAGAZINE #105 Apr 1998 (v.15#3) pg. 60, Insert

Hideaway home office. Conceal your computer components in this classy drop-leaf cabinet. Features three frame-and-panel doors and a frame-and-panel drop-down front which forms the desk. Overall dimensions: 23"x45"x53" tall. Companion article describes a desk organizer.
WOOD MAGAZINE #140 Mar 2002 (v.19#2) pg. 52, 60
Correction WOOD MAGAZINE #143 Sep 2002 (v.19#5) pg. 11
Correction WOOD MAGAZINE #143 Sep 2002 (v.19#5) pg. 11 (Desk organizer)

Contemporary-styled computer desk with a 25"x50" top is supported by two L-shaped legs. Three drawers fill the front edge. The center drawer conceals the terminal keyboard. Would be suitable as a regular desk.
WOODSMITH #56 Apr 1988 pg. 10

Contemporary-styled stand for a computer printer is a companion piece to the computer desk shown in the same issue. Overall dimensions: 26" wide, 17" deep, 19" high.
WOODSMITH #56 Apr 1988 pg. 16

Corner computer desk. Modular design and knock-down hardware provide for expandability. Top is plastic laminate edged with wood. End panels include squares of laminate as accents. Corner unit includes a sliding keyboard tray. Extension wings, with drawer and lower shelf, can be added to either end of the desk.
WOODSMITH #109 Feb 1997 (v.19) pg. 6

Two styles of desks to hold small desktop computers and related equipment.
WOODWORKER Oct 1987 (v.91#10) pg. 920

Stacked plywood furniture. Design for a cylindrical-shaped computer cabinet which features a pull-out drawer for the printer and the disc drive. Thirty-six layers of plywood are laminated together to form this unique design.
WOODWORKER Jul 1988 (v.92#7) pg. 618

Two design ideas for desks to house home computers.
WOODWORKER Dec 1990 (v.94#12) pg. 1208

Two-pedestal computer desk is constructed using through dovetails as a major decorative element on the 9 drawer fronts. Two of the drawers store hanging file folders. The center drawer contains the keyboard.
WOODWORKER Oct 1991 (v.95#10) pg. 1070
Added Info WOODWORKER Dec 1991 (v.95#12) pg. 1231

Secretary-style cabinet on casters conceals a desktop computer behind the drop-down slant-front. The unit also contains two file-size drawers and four smaller drawers. Overall dimensions: 36"x23"x45" tall.
WOODWORKER Jul 1992 (v.96#7) pg. 48

Contemporary-style (open back and sides) three shelf computer desk. The upper and lower shelves are adjustable. Overall dimensions: 43" wide, 43" tall, 26" deep.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Jul-Aug 1985 (v.9#4) pg. 31

Compact computer desk. Contemporary styling and knockdown modular design. Includes adjustable keyboard shelf and shelf for printer and paper. Overall dimensions: 37"x30"x40" tall.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Jul-Aug 1994 (v.18#4) pg. 32

Computer facelift. How to encase a desk-top computer's monitor, CPU and keyboard in wood to create a prestige look.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Jul-Aug 1997 (v.21#4) pg. 52

Contempory-style desk for a desktop computer. Top measures 44"x29". A raised shelf at the back is used to support a separate monitor.
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1987 (v.43#3) pg. 54

Compact computer station. A simple roll-around cabinet holds monitor, pull-out keyboard, and CPU. A companion roll-around cabinet holds a printer. Constructed mostly of plywood.
WORKBENCH Feb-Mar 1992 (v.48#1) pg. 24
Correction WORKBENCH Jun-Jul 1992 (v.48#3) pg. 8

Elegant wooden computer desk is designed to fit into a corner. Several different shelf and drawer options for the two pedestals are shown.
WORKBENCH #256 Nov-Dec 1999 (v.55#6) pg. 44