D-CAD

For this project, I wanted to create a caddy that doesn't take up space on my table. Personally, I have a small table and it is utterly annoying to have the amount of clutter that I do on my table. I would much rather have something beside me which allows me to organize my things and keep my working space separate. As such, I designed D-CAD, the world's first adjustable desk-side caddy.

I looked into various solutions regarding organization not taking up desk space. However, these organizers are either only fitted for items like books/papers, or are drawers. Drawers are great for some organizational purposes but in a desk environment, I would much rather be able to see what I am working with rather than diving into the abyss that is a drawer to attempt to find what I am looking for.

For my project, I wanted to create an organizer that had both the versatility of a French cleat wall but also the storage of a desk-side organizer. Additionally, I wanted the organizer to be made of a sturdy material like wood but decided on a plastic composite so that it would be more rugged and sleek to fit within the minimalist design intent.

The conceptual design was drawn solely on pencil and paper. I drew upon my background in woodworking and my general qualms about the state of organization in my workspace to create something that was both functional and sleek while also serving a variety of needs.

First the Base must be modeled, it includes 2 rows of French cleats and a bin on the bottom. Personally, I would use the bin for trash as I never seem to have a trash bin near my desk. However, it can be used to hold backpacks, papers, or other books.

Create the various add-ons to the base. These can include but are not limited to, headphone holders, pencil holders, shelves, and bottle holders. I created these add-ons to my personal preferences but they can be created to whatever one's greatest desires are.

The Final Render shows the different attachments placed on the organizer. The organizer can then be placed underneath a desk or beside a chair. It allows for organization that doesn't take up horizontal table - space and also looks sleek at the same time. I hope to be able to create this product in the future via likely a 3D printer. It would also be great to see more attachments that could be used.