How to build Center Console from scratch

Last week I started building a center console for my van. This week I built the cupholders and some additional cool features.
This project I possibly my favorite of 2021!

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[OhHeyTrevorFlowers]

I was loving the entire build but when the flex lamp showed up I grinned like a fool. So dang handy and lovely!

[supervanten]

It's inspiring when a maker has such a strong visual style that it comes across no matter the project. Everything Laura makes, even the most functional stuff looks distinctly Laura Kampf, and it makes me want to focus more on putting a personal touch on the thing I make myself.

[Tyrel_]

I love solving annoying problems by creating something. No matter how small it is, it changes a daily frustration into something that brings a smile to your face every time you use it. Your daily quality of life just got a little better

[UncySpam]

Smudo has to be the most spoilt puppy on youtube :D
Love the build, I'm working out a similar idea for an old mini, this has given me some inspriation :D

[dinobuddy]

I watch so many creator channels on YouTube: Diresta, April Wilkerson, Ben Uyeda, Modern Builds, Make Something, Izzy Swan, and a hundred others (and I love them all), but Laura's artistry and aesthetic sense-and OMG, the production/editing skills!-are just miles ahead of everyone else. Laura, we appreciate your hard work so much!

[Jaburesu]

I’ve realized, between the project, your positivity, Smudo, and dem beats, that these videos are good for my mental health.

[michaelbruchas]

You have such great pre-visualization skills!

[CaptK-pyrq]

You put a smile on ALL of our faces out here watching you design and create! Thank you for sharing your incredible skills! Your editing is also second to none! You're now our favorite You tube channel!!! ❤

[kathyhoodstock]

I'm absolutely building a Honda Element version! The light is brilliant, must include! Hats off to Laura!

[leifhietala]

You could expand on the phone holder's utility by routing a recess into the back of the top deck, and install a wireless charging pad. Wire it into the 12v and the whole time your phone is in the cradle, it's getting topped up.

[jonathanballesteros]

I don’t press subscribe very often…but the joy radiating from this project makes it way too easy! I’m an inventor…when I’m not inventing, I’m watching bad news on the phone. This is a healthy substitute!

Btw…I actually need to build a console too. Your joy gets me over the motivation line.

[GetToKnowNature]

Your enthusiasm for solving problems is infectious!

[rogerbennett]

that lid you made with those little pieces of wood is the coolest idea ive seen.. i have a 1969 javelin i have to make a center console for it ....and im going to borrow your Idea ....that was awesomme

[southtube]

Laura....your smile is genuine and contagious. When you smile....I can't help but smile as well. You're proud of your accomplishments as you should be. You're so talented. Thanks for another wonderful video.

[HaasGrotesk]

Building stuff that you use on a daily basis is the best type of projects!

[barryinn]

I love to see anyone take the initiative to create or do work wether they have the skills or not. You built a fine console.

[ekner]

Volt meter, phone holder, cup holders, and a storage bin, and not to forget that awesome map light! This is so many useful features packed into one, it really heightens the quality of life I'm sure.

[newtonsantos_photo]

More than solving problems, I would say bringing joy to our daily needs !!! Congrats for another piece of art 👏🍻

[d.]

Your centre console has a letherman holder and adjustable mood lighting. This is next level

[VeteranHwyFuzz]

There’s no way I could do this - but it was a joy watching you do this. 😊