Extendable Cabinet

[BespOak]

I thinking of making an adjustable cabinet that can extend along its width. This would allow it to be more flexible in its location within a home.

Can you see any benefit having a piece of furniture like this? Or am I just over complicating the design?

I haven’t decided on the sizing or construction methods any input on this would be appreciated.

When in closed position

When in Extended position

 

[wizer]

hmm yeh I quite like the idea. But isn't the whole idea of bespoke furniture to have it fit a specific space?

 

[SketchUp Guru]

It is an interesting idea. If you build something like it, though, I would work out the design so as to elimintate the little jog on the right side when the thing is at its narrowest.

 

[Chems]

Its a nice idea, but what does it gain you, if you place it somewhere were it can't remain expanded you don't gain any extra storage space.

 

[bodgermatic]

Great idea for people who move house lots and never know what size alcove is coming next... Quick, patent it and get on to IKEA

 

[MickCheese]

I quite like the design but it does not need to be extendable.

The modular look is nice but it needs to be balanced by being the same both sides. At present the left looks good and the right a bit thin and weedy.

Build it but don't make it extendable.

Mick

 

[pren]

Thats a fantastic idea!!

The style's not to my taste but I love the concept!

Nice!

 

[TheTiddles]

Its a nice idea, but what does it gain you, if you place it somewhere were it can't remain expanded you don't gain any extra storage space.

You can't patent it, YOU'VE JUST DISCLOSED IT!!! DOH!

Great idea though, almost worth nicking...

Aidan

 

[big soft moose]

Its a nice idea, but what does it gain you, if you place it somewhere were it can't remain expanded you don't gain any extra storage space.

You can't patent it, YOU'VE JUST DISCLOSED IT!!! DOH!

Great idea though, almost worth nicking...

Aidan

might work well on a narrow boat - someone show blister , he needs cheering up right now .

 

[Mattty]

I really like this concept. It has got enormous potential i think. Good luck

 

[TheTiddles]

Significant other looked at it and said "you can get bookcases just like that"

Aidan

 

[OPJ]

I really like the idea as it could work both ways and you could still make good use of the drawers, even if you moved it in to a smaller room or house.

Have you sorted any of the construction details yet? :wink:

 

[BespOak]

I came up with the idea as I'm currently in the middle of moving house and I wanted a cabinet that was more flexible.

I don't think I'm going to get chance to make this as the new property requires some renovation which is going to take up my time.