DIY Walnut Computer Case | 4k Video Editing Work Station

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks!

[@EigenDesigns]

This “super thanks” feature just opened up on my channel and I was just testing to see what it did. Clearly I have no idea what I am doing 😂😂

[@nahin1968]

@@EigenDesigns you just donated to yourself !

[@EigenDesigns]

@@nahin1968 hahah, I know that must seem silly. When this video released it was the first time I had this available on my channel so I wanted to see what it did. 😃

[@deezniel2024]

I was thinking that I don't feel like buying a case when I suddenly realized I can expend more effort making a wooden one because I think it would look really cool, so really thank you for this video. I plant to make mine out of mahogany with brass accents. I was wondering if it wood be safe but then realized it was a silly thought since the components themselves would fail before it even manages to leave a mark but I just wanted to see at least one other person doing it.

[@trevorfillmore452]

Fn amazing best build I have ever seen. Little bit of brass hardware this WOOD be my dream computer. Great job!!!!!

[@Habbold]

Sweet case! If you ever build another wooden PC case I would be really interested in seeing what it looked like with the classic brown Noctua fans. The brown wood with the brown fans could be cool

[@EigenDesigns]

Oooo, that’s a good idea. I could definitely go with a more natural look and create a designed based around that. Thanks for the idea!

[@j-vlog002]

that fact that you are able to afford all that equipment is mind blowing! good job!

[@Nikua13]

i enjoy the the path of a computer and computer desk set up not being so tech, but more a beautiful furniture piece that meshes well with your room. The stark difference can be so jarring. I do understand for many folks that there is an office, but not for me. this was some beautiful work. You have many nice toys to create your projects.

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks so much for the support :)

[@billyhooks99]

I think this could be a marketable product for the home theater market. Show case the electronics instead of trying to hide everything.

[@EigenDesigns]

That's a really good idea. Especially for anyone looking to monetize their CNC hobby (or just recoop the cost of the initial investment).

[@autoraiders9520]

I agree 100%! Home theater systems would look much more elegant with these designs

[@joshuabray37]

That is beautiful! The maple accent on the front really makes it pop.

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Josh 😃

[@kevinsteinman8967]

All I can say is very nice. I been doing this for awhile now but custom rollup desks with computer components built in and well hidden. You would never know there was a full system build with monitor built in. Been thinking to getting into just desktop cases myself but people get way to nit picky.

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Kevin 😃

[@hhkk6155]

Design is epic, as for Led lights, for this style of PC yellow color LEDs would be best option

[@ScoobySnackOG]

Love that walnut, was looking forward to another video 👀

[@thegxpguy]

love it! if its not too late consider some ventilation at the bottom under the power supply, that way you can flip the psu around where its drawing fresh air in.

[@EigenDesigns]

Hey Allen, that's a good idea and definitely something I could add. Thanks for the tip!

[@nicosand86]

thats an 1300w, most likely 80plus gold standard, my guess is, the fan turnes on maybe 10% of the time its actually on :D

[@MrHodge1]

Unbelievably talented

[@EigenDesigns]

@@MrHodge1 that’s so nice, thank you ☺️ I’m

[@juliek1676]

I love the cut out in the front! You are so talented!

[@markolsen4559]

He really is! His wife must be so lucky 😊

[@juliek1676]

@@markolsen4559 she sure was - especially for the 5 day streak ;)

[@andrewadams9686]

I love this kind of thing, thank you! This is exactly the kind of woodworking I do, subscribed!

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Andrew, glad to have you subbed 😃

[@Kartus68]

I really liked it great case. that was some nice woodworking.

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Raymond 😀

[@tjkrueger2655]

How does this not have more likes and views? That's really the perfect case, well done man

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks for the support TJ :)

[@PapaFlammy69]

Yay, new video! :D

[@EigenDesigns]

What do you think of the build? 😀

[@PapaFlammy69]

@@EigenDesigns It's great!! I think my most favorite detail is the maple strip :)

[@paulchurchill5598]

A very nice looking case. The maple strips are a real highlight.

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Paul! :)

[@customgrains]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 seriously so much talent all in one video!

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks so much 😀

[@markg1689]

Stunning!.............Well done Sir!

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Mark!

[@wolfblue9390]

This thing looks incredible!

[@brainbuster4u744]

Great looking project, and far more than what I could hope to achieve with my lack of tools. Here is a creative feedback however for a future build. Make it lighter~ The base and the top of the case being so thick makes the PC look excessively heavy. Use skinnier wood panels wherever possible. and or use creative pattern CNC panels (much like the front panel) to take off material.

[@GamerDad1987]

I would love to do something like this too! I’ve been building computers since my college years (my first one back in 2007). My woodworking skills need some refining, but this would be a fun project.

[@EigenDesigns]

You've got this Mark. I would encourage you to think of a design that you would be happy with and spend some time reverse engineering how you could create it with the woodworking skills/tools you currently have.

[@GamerDad1987]

@@EigenDesigns I'm currently in the process of rebuilding a piano from 1890, so I've got a big project to finish that's going to give me a lot of opportunities get better with woodworking.

[@Znayfir]

Amazing work, I've always wanted to built my own pc case but didn't have the guts nor the tool. Hats down to you ...

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Rami 😃

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Beautiful pc case Thank you for sharing the video with us!💖👍😎JP

[@xMrJanuaryx]

I think it was a great design. I would have liked to see it done with magnets for every removable panel. Maybe mixing in a few more exotic types of wood for your accents like black and white ebony or some flashy box elder. Obviously, that all depends on your taste. I like darker stained wood myself.

[@nicosand86]

noice noice noice. For your next one, I would advice on spending some more time on the back IO area and pci expansion slots, it looked kinda wonky wiith them being so far into the case.

[@NotSoWittyNow]

Very well made!

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks bud :)

[@chiriacovidiuandrei8452]

Very nice design. I like it very much!

[@djkuco]

holy smokes this looks awesome.

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks buddy!

[@jezaelp]

Awesome project. Is so good, I want want for my self. Keep up the hard work. Thanks.

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks so much, Jazael! This was a really fun build and I am glad that you liked it :)

[@daadood100]

it is beautiful woodwork congratulations

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks so much! 😃

[@pianofun1207]

Very nice design and work!

[@EigenDesigns]

Thank you :)

[@DoomWalker42]

I like it but perhaps you could try another side panel version that has the same ventilation holes as the front side panel to be a bit more cohesive. Also the tempered glass side panel does feel a bit out of place with the wooden asthetic. But it does look very professional and clean. I would buy this case if you sold to the UK.

[@NeonFlaming0]

That was awesome,

[@DudeSawdust]

Such a great project. I’m quite impressed. Well done 👏👏👏

[@EigenDesigns]

Thank you Logan! :) This was a longer build, but so worth the wait. Being able to easily edit in 4k has been a game changer :)

[@DudeSawdust]

@@EigenDesigns you got skills in both directions!

[@andyclare8580]

A great project. Love the videos so far. Keep them coming. It has got me thinking about doing the same with the old computer i will be using in my workshop. 😀

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Andy. This was definitely one of my favorite builds so far.

[@jalendvenn7990]

Great video! Are you by chance selling the sketchup file?

[@juancarlosfuentes1277]

Best stove in the world!

[@madebym.e.]

nice build, im planing one too!

[@imwithstupid086]

I gotta be honest with you, those multicolor LEDs spoil the beauty of the case. Those work perfectly with the usual metal cases whether the aesthetic is plain or tryhard, sure. But for this one, I'm not a fan. Maybe don't make the LEDs cycle through all the colors. Less is more, I think.

[@Random_Banshee]

Agreed, the craftsmanship is mesmerizing but it needs some soft amber lights or warm purple or some sort of pastel tone, not this oscillating rainbow vomit

[@NWGR]

Beautiful job on the woodworking side and that's quite a beastly PC on the inside! I'm running a base 3080 but badly need to upgrade my mobo, cpu and ram. I'm still rockin a 4790K lol

[@EigenDesigns]

Dude! I was rocking a 4790k before upgrading and it was really bottle-necking my system anytime I did something CPU intensive. I had a ton of fun making this. I didn't know you were a PC guy too! We have more in common than I thought. :)

[@NWGR]

@@EigenDesigns Yeah it's showing it's age in my system and is holding my 3080 back a bit. I'm just about ready to upgrade; I'm seeing how the new ryzen and intel CPUs stack up. Yep, woodworking and PCs (and gaming) are two of my main hobbies.

[@silvertsar1477]

This looks great. Good job.

[@EigenDesigns]

Thank you :)

[@martinhowden]

I thought you where gonna rip apart the plastic on the fans and install it with the blades into the circle holes you made. A potential idea to get them more integrated / flush with the case itself.

[@jaydencalkins5013]

you are a legend

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks Jayden 😊😊

[@olgaourgent8944]

Thanks, man! You’re good!

[@EigenDesigns]

😃 thank you

[@WPTheRabbitHole]

great work. 18:03 you might get better temps if you removed the [Top - Forward Fan]. testing has been done on airflow etc, and top fans such as this can end up disrupting airflow from the [Front Fans]. they can suck the front intake air up & out so a substantial portion of it doesn't make it to the CPU & GPU, leaving them to use the stagnant ambient air. Positioning the the Top Fan in the rear for exhaust would help drag air through the entire PC. this would yield better airflow over your CPU, resulting in lower CPU temps, and lower ambient temps which would benefit the GPU as well. *it wouldn't really matter except you placed some high-end components in there, and if you were to utilize their potential you might see some heating issues.

[@ChameleonGraphics]

What about a liquid cooling system? How would this type of case work with it? Lovely case by the way! I am shocked that the wood did not make the system work hotter.

[@Ryzen_Cbt_by_Hamblinder]

amazing!!!

[@Geezimac]

Nice case! It dropped in my feed after looking at the Fractal Design North case…I’d buy your case instead.

[@EigenDesigns]

I appreciate you saying that. I was definitely looking for something different than the standard cases that are offered and this one hit the mark for me. I am glad you like it 😄

[@Zorthal]

How did you secure the gpu ?

[@eleanordavies1542]

Absolutely gorgeous looking case! I've been searching online for this exact kind of build, but most of the wooden cases seem to be either hyper-modern, or very obviously steampunk themed. I am curious to know if you had any issues at the back where the motherboard and the power box are exposed (dust wise, for example); It looks like there's a bit of a gap, but the angling is hard to see

[@EigenDesigns]

Thanks for the supper Elenaor. So far no issues with functionality with the case (e.g. excessive heat, dust, etc.). The two fans at the front, which have a filter mesh behind them, pull the air into the case so the other small gaps around the power supply and motherboard IO end up pushing air out, thus, it doens't let dust in. Have a great week.

[@eleanordavies1542]

@@EigenDesigns Good to hear it’s still holding up after several month too! Thanks for that info, I hadn’t thought about the push and pull from the airflow, but that bodes well. Cheers!

[@91darko]

Amazing.

[@EigenDesigns]

@@91darko thanks so much ☺️☺️

[@91darko]

@@EigenDesigns Np mate. I have a question is getting a CNC worth it?

[@jchildr72]

I love it! I want one! :)

[@Chris-ih4hj]

psu is not getting fresh air

[@cosmickev2051]

Hey this is an amazing case and I was wondering if I could get your sketch up file because I am currently building a pc for school and I’d like to have an online model to look at and modify. I would make one myself but it takes a lot of time which I don’t have and the obvious yours is would be much better 😂.

[@mohammedramadan3480]

Great work. Can you tell me the price of materials used to build this please? I think this is called cost price, right?

[@EigenDesigns]

Without the PC components all of the materials were probably ~$200. The most expensive thing was the tempered glass.

[@davidmoffitt981]

It's a gorgeous build and amazing effort. It's kind of a shame to have rattle canned the ply - either should use MDF (or even melamine) there, or stained it. My only other thing I would suggest is aligning the back IO plate to the wood - you just set the motherboard down and started drawing, having some kind of recess carved either with the CNC or hand chisel to bring the IO from the MB and PCI slots closer to the rear wood might be worth the effort. Cool build overall tho - LOVE the maple dividers you did, and that chamfer is such a nice touch.

[@EigenDesigns]

Hey David, thanks for the support. I really like your idea of recessing the motherboard into the tray... that's a very good idea. Thanks for sharing bud.

[@MrNetAble]

Any concern if wood start playing on humidity and bent the hard screwed mother board or other components apart?

[@EigenDesigns]

I use kiln dried lumber so there won’t be a drastic change in wood movement over such a short distance. I wouldn’t expect anything more than 1/32” or so for such a small panel of wood. Good question though!

[@RetroTeddyBear]

It'd be nicer if you showed what tests you ran to see your temperatures and then the results of said test with the ambient air temp also recorded.

[@mikesbasement6954]

You might want to check your volume settings. It's so quiet I had to run subtitles.

[@TNSEMRE]

you build this on basis of airflow.. but you forgot the backside exsaust

[@downbelow5532]

DUDE! Would you make and sell those!?!? I found this while looking for ideas to build myself a new case and this is stunning!

[@EigenDesigns]

Hey thanks for the compliment! I hadn’t planned on making and selling these, but I am very happy that I made it. This computer is now the highlight of my office

[@billielynploof9317]

since wood does not conduct electricity like metal I am guessing this is probably safer than typical cases but I am not an engineer. The case I have has a very metallic feel to it. I've also seen laptops that are built poorly in the sense that the manufacturer designed it and it shorted out the motherboard because it somehow touched the internal components. Laptops are mobile and receive a lot of bumping. Do you feel this case or even a plastic case say made from legos could be better that what is sold in stores or does it just not matter at all the material of the case once the motherboard is on the raisers? Thank you!

[@EigenDesigns]

As long as your motherboard is on risers your electronics are well shielded from the case and don't pose much of a risk of electrical issues. The bigger issue with computers is heat disappation rather than electrical conductivity.

[@Kosh42EFG]

I love it. Awesome meeting of worlds. Is the IO back panel flush with the inside or the back or recessed? And how did you keep the 3080 upright?

[@EigenDesigns]

The IO panel is slightly recessed. I was able to build a wooden bracket to help brace the 3080. That thing is a heavy monster and it needed some additional support!

[@wladimirryabov9579]

Привет! Отличная идея и красиво !

[@EigenDesigns]

спасибо большое. Хорошего дня 😄

[@bradborrows8784]

Where do you get your wood from ?

[@EigenDesigns]

I have a local supplier in my area named Wood Flippers that sells hardwoods. I found him through Facebook Marketplace. I would encourage you to search your local area to find a similar supplier.😄

[@ferdinandbardamu3945]

How about more pcie slot cutouts?

[@Paul-if1jq]

Great build, the power supply should intake fresh air, so I’d turn it over and place some holes, your temps will also benefit.

[@DrBreezeAir]

Awesome job, RGB totally ruins it, though.

[@nicolaslescano2541]

Muy buenoooooo!

[@EigenDesigns]

Gracias :)

[@PCihopaT_live]

Красиво! Молодец! Успехов тебе!

[@msor6108]

I want to do this because I don't like any of the cases sold.

[@EigenDesigns]

I don’t like them either. I wanted something unique that wasn’t so generic in design. Thanks for the support.

[@Tuxon86]

The only negative are the lack finish for the connectors and slots at the back. Something could've been made n the CNC with either an aluminium or brass plate, but your motherboard is too far inside the case to make this easy.

[@someuser4166]

I like the wood but on the topic of feedback: personally I think the colored lights make it look tacky / childish. Same goes for the side window but to a lesser extent. I'd rather hide the ugly plastic gamer astethic of the pc components behind something. I'd much prefer it if it was only wood. But still great craftsmanship 👍

[@mindseyeproductions8798]

The finished product looks great! However, it's important to carefully inspect the ends of your lumber when purchasing and during the milling process. It's a good idea to anticipate having to cut off 1-3 inches from each end due to end checks and end-grain issues, so it's wise to buy longer lumber. Each project is a learning experience, so keep that in mind.

[@brettpeckinpaugh]

My only issue is the lack of space, but I run 2 video cards due to virtualizing my windows machines for gaming. Do not have a CNC so some of this would be hard for me to do, I am considering making a case myself at some point. Frustrated with cases never meeting my needs.

[@EigenDesigns]

That's the beauty of a custom built case - you can make it what you want. If I was running two graphics cards I would probably go with a different design with more cooling. These new cards put off a ton of heat so airflow would be paramount. You can definitely make a case (minus the front panel) without a CNC, so don't let that be a barrier. You can get creative with other tools (e.g. drill, jigsaw, hand saw, etc.). Good luck if you decide to build one.

[@voxorox]

One intense video game later, and you'll have a nice cozy little fire. As great as that design is, there are reasons wood is not used for computer casings.

[@josteinstenersen3988]

loving the build, but please dont ruin it with RGB

[@Amin_2k]

Why do you pronounce Eigen Designs that way haha

[@jameswang6310]

這不是電腦機箱，這是祖宗牌位

[@EigenDesigns]

這是一款帶有 3080 TI 的古老平板電腦 😂

[@rowanzimmermann9982]

NL?

[@uo9961]

Parece el mueble de mi abuela

[@Horology_Report]

Wooden case cost more than a premade metal and glass case lol.

[@ackachan52]

おしゃれだとは思うけど放熱性とかどうなんこれ

[@FURIAfdx]

bad desing and bad air flow

[@paucalaf5056]

Muy bonito pero esto deberia de estar prohibido, la madera no se acerca a la electricidad, peligro, casa en llamas. Solo falta que lo barnices con gasolina.