This woodworkers list of free woodworking plans and projects features a collection of desks and similar furniture pieces for your home or office, in different designs that any beginner to moderately skilled do-it-yourselfer can build. The woodworking information found on these sites range in quantity and quality. Please contact individual web sites if you have questions about those woodworking projects.
A clean, simple straight forward desk design. Perfect for a teenager is room or in the office. See it at this web site. DXF Format
This is a compact corner desk. We intend to use it as a computer desk, but it could also serve as a small writing desk.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a laptop desk. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
You spend a lot of time salvaging the wood and ripping the pieces but the finished desk is so solid it can last for 75 years. It even makes a good workbench after your student days are over.
The Woodware Armoires go a little beyond the home entertainment center to provide everything needed for a roomy, low-stress computer desk. And they do hide everything away when not in use, even the printer.
There are several good uses for a stand-up computer desk. You may have back problems and wish to move frequently from standing to sitting on a stool and back again. You may want to stand with several people in front the computer. Or, you may want yourself on one side of the desk and your customer on the other with the computer as out of the way as possible.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Shaker Trustees Desk with plenty of combined drawer and cabinet space. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
Kids construction toys were great because they really got the imagination working. Now there is a line of products that draws on that creative energy to allow you to build all sorts of amazing and useful things from pipe, lumber and some simple connectors.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a curved leg Mission style desk. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
At the link you will find free plans to build this small desk. There is also a video if you wish to view that. This desk is compact but perfect for a bedroom or small home office.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for this early American Writing Desk. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This desk is an easy build with no drawers. Perfect for someone who needs a desk fast. Here are the free step-by-step instructions.
This is the construction notes for our standup computer desk made in the Bauhaus Style. This desk has clean lines and a very modern look. It is a real showpiece. Making it is a major woodworking project and the end result is bound to impress.
Build this desk featuring a wide opening for a chair as well as open shelving on one side. At the link you will find easy-to-follow free woodworking plans.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a desk on a frame. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a desk. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a slant-front desk. The writing surface/lid drops down and is supported by a pull out support that looks like a drawer. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a kneehole desk. The desk has 9 drawers and a shallow recessed center cupboard with door and an adjustable shelf. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This awesome floating desk has a hinged lid for storage. It could also be used as a vanity. Here are the free plans.
Build an awesome home office desk using the free step-by-step woodworking plans available at the link. Everyone needs a desk at home these days even if you aren't working from home.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a small writing desk. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This free woodworking plan to build a desk features slatted sides, a center pencil drawer, and a floating top.
This desk comes apart completely without the use of any tools. It is to some extent just held together by gravity. But loaded up with enough stuff on top, its quite stable.
The generous work surface on this mid-century executive desk is 24 x 48 inches, so plenty for your home office. Follow along with the free step-by-step plans to build this desk.
At the link you can follow along with the instructions or watch the video for the building of this writing desk.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Hepplewhite style ladies desk. This desk is ornate and uses wood inlays. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
Build this fun sliding barn door desk using the free downloadable woodworking plans at the link.
This desk is in the style of earlier writing desks that had a door that dropped down to become the desktop. Those were narrower and less deep, this one is made to handle a conventional PC computer (with tower).
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an antique writing desk with single drawer, scalloped apron, and graceful cabriolet legs. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Mission style writing desk. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.