There’s no dispute that bookcases are useful, the problem is that most aren’t very interesting. Here’s an exception: This DIY bookshelf is easy to build, and it combines horizontal shelves and ...

In this episode of Modern Builds, I’m walking you through how to build a clean, stylish mid-century modern bookcase using 3/4" maple plywood. This project is perfect for beginners or small-shop ...

– One 4 x 4 grid Ikea Expedit bookshelf (find some inexpensive options here on craigslist) – 2 sheets of 1/2″ thick plywood cut to 38″ wide x 60″ long (technically you could use one large sheet of ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...