Build a Marconi Media Console

Create Your Perfect Entertainment Hub with These Free Plans!

Oh, if I were in need of a new media console, I would absolutely include the free plans for building a Marconi media console on my list! I just adore its modular design and sleek lines. It would be absolutely fantastic to paint it in a vibrant color and add some stenciled doors, or even give it a charming weathered finish.

Materials:

• 1-1/4” pocket hole screws
• 1-1/4” brad nails
• 3 sets of non-mortise hinges (<– affiliate link!)
• 3 cabinet pulls
• Edge banding, optional
• Finishing supplies

Lumber:

• 3 sheets of ¾” plywood

 Cut List:

• 3 – ¾” plywood at 18” x 20” – Sides & Middle Divider
• 2 – ¾” plywood at 20” x 27-3/4” – Dividers
• 8 – ¾” plywood at 3-1/2” x 18-1/2” – Shelf Supports
• 4 – ¾” plywood at 13-1/2” x 20” – Shelves
• 8 – ¾” plywood at 3-1/2” x 13-1/2” – Kick Plates
• 6 – ¾” plywood at 1-1/2” x  13-1/2” – Stretchers
• 2 – ¾” plywood at 1-1/2” x  27-3/4” – Stretchers
• 3 – ¾” plywood at 1-1/2” x  18-1/2” – Cleats
• 3 – ¾” plywood at 14-1/4” x 20” – Tops
• 1 – ¾” plywood at 20” x 29-1/4” – Tops
• 1 – ¼” plywood at 14-1/2” x 14-3/4” – Back
• 1 – ¼” plywood at 14-3/4” x 28-3/4” – Back
• 3 – ¾” plywood at 12” x 13-1/4” – Doors

Step One

Cut the pieces for the sides, dividers, and shelf supports. Secure the shelf supports to the bottom of each piece (and both sides of each taller divider as well as the middle divider) then secure using glue and 1-1/4” brad nails. Allow ¾” on each side of the supports for the kick plates.

Step Two

Cut the pieces for the shelves. Secure to the top of the supports using glue and 1-1/4” brad nails.

Step Three

Cut the pieces for the kick plates. Secure to both the front and the back using glue and 1-1/4” brad nails.

Step Four

Cut the pieces for the stretchers and drill pocket holes in each end. Position as shown, then secure using glue and 1-1/4” pocket hole screws.

Step Five

Cut the pieces for the cleats. Secure as shown using glue and 1-1/4” brad nails.

Step Six

Cut the pieces for the tops. Position as shown, then secure using glue and 1-1/4” brad nails.

Step Seven

Cut the pieces for the backs. Position as shown, then secure using glue and 1-1/4” brad nails.

Step Eight

Cut the pieces for the doors. There will be a 1/8” gap around all sides of the door. Install the hinges according to the manufacturer’s instructions, then install the cabinet pulls.

Finish as desired!

The free plans to build a Marconi media console are great for a beginner… They are easy to construct and will help you complete a fabulous piece of furniture in no time! Have a request for a plan? Contact me at cher {at} designsbystudioc {dot} com or designsbystudioc {at} gmail {dot} com. I would love to create a plan for you!

Originally posted 2013-06-24 08:00:13.