Overview
Designed with a minimalist-industrial look while seamlessly integrating a motion-activated COB LED strip. These shelves are intended to be sold either as a DIY kit, or a ready-to-install unit. The DIY kit will include pre-cut frame pieces, necessary electronics, and detailed build instructions, including an easy-to-follow template for routing the electrical channels through the board.
Challenges
To maintain a minimal electronic presence, I needed to create a precise and easily repeatable channel through the wood while concealing it with the frame. To achieve this, I designed a router template with color-coded indicators for different cut paths and depths. This turned a tedious process that would otherwise require meticulous attention, into a straightforward, guided workflow.
The Result
After several design iterations, the final result is a floating steel-framed shelf with a wood insert and integrated wireless lighting, controlled by a simple hand swipe. The larger mounting face was chosen to improve weight distribution, preventing the frame from pressing into the drywall when heavier objects are placed on the opposite side.
