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.

Step 1: Market Research

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.

Step 2: Inspiration

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.

Step 3: Conceptual Design

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.

Step 4: Model Base

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.

Step 5: Model Add-Ons

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.

Step 6: Render

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.