Tool Adytum
The Inclusive, Adaptable and Portable Workbench
Abstract
Tool Adytum originated after identifying that standard woodworking workbenches are typically not designed with wheelchair accessibility in mind. Their height, proportions, and size often mean wheelchair users are not easily able to adjust them to suit their requirements.
Tool Adytum intends to adapt the traditional woodwork bench to suit wheelchair users and their needs whilst increasing the inclusivity and freedom of making to all people. The adaptable, portable and easily modifiable design is based around a modular interface that allows components to interlock and change. This workbench features a vice, clamping holes, non-slip feet pads, tool storage and height adjustability. Ultimately, this project seeks to engage woodworkers of various skill levels and abilities, allowing freedom to create within the comfort of any space they occupy, whilst diversifying and benefiting the entire maker community.
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Diversifying the maker community
The Features
The Vice
A simple, yet sturdy Moxon Vice is situated on the front of the workbench, providing space to clamp timber length and height wise.
Slide on 'Socks'
To adjust the height of Tool Adytum, slide on ‘socks’ with a set height can be attached on the bottom of the feet. This can raise the height from seated height to standing height.
Tool Storage
Tool storage is a necessity for any workbench. A box and hanging hooks can be swapped over on the French cleat system.
Clamping Holes
Ten ‘dog’ clamping holes provide a safe and functional way to secure material to the workbench.
Bench Hook
This redesigned bench hook angles the timber being cut or planed to allow more ergonomic and smooth cutting
The quiet, peaceful and therapeutic simplicity of hand tool woodworking - accessible to everyone.
Tool Adytum will grow alongside your skills and adapt to your needs.
Adaptable and Transportable. Wherever you go.
Simple, yet elegant joinery and honest materials
How it was made
Chopping out the half-lap joints in the legs
Hand chamfering the workbench underside - no detail is missed
CAD Renders
