DIY Desk Sports In-desk Hardware and Adjustable Height Legs

diy-desk-sports-indesk-hardware-and-adjustable-height-legs photo 1This eye catching DIY desk build combines quite a few things we love into one package–including adjustable height legs, dual monitors, and a slick desk-as-case design.

Courtesy of tinker and computer enthusiast Paslis, the entire build (save for the height adjustable legs and monitor stand) is one huge pile of awesome DIY customization. Everything from the stainless steel chassis of the desk to the desktop itself was carefully hand crafted. To fully appreciate just how much custom cutting, bending, welding, and polishing went into the build we suggest checking out the full photo build log at the link below.

The Next Level Case Mod [via Hack A Day]

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