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MakeCAD.co.uk

Services

About

Contact me

MakeCAD.co.uk

Services

About

Contact me

Creative

ideas

made

buildable

Creative

ideas

made

buildable

Creative

ideas

made

buildable

Outcome

  • Summer Arch

Process

Selected work by Ziggy Nakas, spanning MakeCAD projects and previous industry roles.

Technical Design

Design-led Fabrication

CNC Programming

3d Printing/Prototyping

Scenic Project Management

Technical Design

Design-led Fabrication

CNC Programming

3d Printing/Prototyping

Scenic Project Management

Social / Experiments / Nº001 - Nº004

Process, finished builds and experiments.

Social / Experiments / Nº001 - Nº004

Process, finished builds and experiments.

Nº001

Meet MakeCAD

Nº002

Visual - Reality

Nº003

Ford KA Spoiler

Nº004

3d Printed
Ambigram

Nº001

Meet MakeCAD

Nº002

Visual - Reality

Nº003

Ford KA Spoiler

Nº004

3d Printed
Ambigram

Nº001

Meet MakeCAD

Nº002

Visual - Reality

Nº003

Ford KA Spoiler

Nº004

3d Printed
Ambigram

The detail behind the build

Engagement Op

Nº001

Freestanding Winter Entrance Arch

Nº002

Cantilevered Help Desk

Nº003

OSB Display Shelving

Nº004

Tennis Ball Count

Nº005

The detail behind the build

Engagement Op

Nº001

Freestanding Winter Entrance Arch

Nº002

Cantilevered Help Desk

Nº003

OSB Display Shelving

Nº004

Tennis Ball Count

Nº005

Selected work, shaped from concept to production.

Selected work, shaped from concept to production.

Selected work, shaped from concept to production.

Case studies focus on the parts clients rarely see: constraints, process, handover and making it buildable.

Cantilevered Help Desk

Challenge: Turn an unsupported cantilevered feature into a strong, buildable desk. I developed an internal CNC-cut MDF structure that carried the load through the full unit while keeping all fixings hidden from the finished face.

Sculptural Display Forms

Challenge: Translate fluid, AI-generated forms into shapes that could actually be fabricated. I modelled, visualised and tested the curves using flexible MDF, then developed the supporting profiles required to reproduce them accurately in the workshop.

Sensor-Driven Interactive Book

Challenge: Create a physical book that could trigger changing digital content as its pages turned. I designed and 3D printed the book structure, page-edge details and internal joints while coordinating space for magnets, sensors and supporting technology.

13-Metre Modular Event Bar

Challenge: Develop a large event bar that could be transported, reconfigured and installed with minimal tools. I designed a modular system of hook-on and bolt-on components, allowing different configurations to be assembled using a single Allen key.

Freestanding Summer Activation Arch

Challenge: Make an outdoor branded arch quick to fabricate, stable and easy to install. I produced the visuals and technical design, CNC-machined the structure and moulding details, and incorporated concealed access for ballast weights.

14' High Projection Mapped Set Wall

Challenge: Build a tall scenic wall with enough accuracy and stability for projection-mapped content. I developed the technical design, CNC-cut components and fabricated the structure before managing its assembly and installation on site.

Adjustable Modular Desk System

Challenge: Create three mobile desks that could support multiple layouts while remaining stable in use. I developed electronically adjustable legs, a bespoke braking system and integrated lighting through prototyping, CNC production and physical testing.

Bespoke Library

Challenge: Design and install fitted storage across two different walls while maintaining one consistent architectural style. I managed the complete process—from visuals and technical development to CNC programming, fabrication, finishing and installation.

Tangible Table

Challenge: Integrate a height-adjustable touchscreen, computer hardware and lighting into one clean, easily assembled table. I developed an internal skeleton that separated the moving and stationary components, housed the PC and supported the fully laminated exterior. Integrated LED strips provided subtle edge and floor lighting, while ten 3D-printed pucks allowed users to interact with the digital content.

Cantilevered Help Desk

Challenge: Turn an unsupported cantilevered feature into a strong, buildable desk. I developed an internal CNC-cut MDF structure that carried the load through the full unit while keeping all fixings hidden from the finished face.

Sculptural Display Forms

Challenge: Translate fluid, AI-generated forms into shapes that could actually be fabricated. I modelled, visualised and tested the curves using flexible MDF, then developed the supporting profiles required to reproduce them accurately in the workshop.

Sculptural Display Forms

Challenge: Translate fluid, AI-generated forms into shapes that could actually be fabricated. I modelled, visualised and tested the curves using flexible MDF, then developed the supporting profiles required to reproduce them accurately in the workshop.

Sensor-Driven Interactive Book

Sensor-Driven Interactive Book

Challenge: Create a physical book that could trigger changing digital content as its pages turned. I designed and 3D printed the book structure, page-edge details and internal joints while coordinating space for magnets, sensors and supporting technology.

13-Metre Modular Event Bar

Challenge: Develop a large event bar that could be transported, reconfigured and installed with minimal tools. I designed a modular system of hook-on and bolt-on components, allowing different configurations to be assembled using a single Allen key.

Freestanding Summer Activation Arch

Challenge: Make an outdoor branded arch quick to fabricate, stable and easy to install. I produced the visuals and technical design, CNC-machined the structure and moulding details, and incorporated concealed access for ballast weights.

Freestanding Summer Activation Arch

Challenge: Make an outdoor branded arch quick to fabricate, stable and easy to install. I produced the visuals and technical design, CNC-machined the structure and moulding details, and incorporated concealed access for ballast weights.

14' High Projection Mapped Set Wall

14' High Projection Mapped Set Wall

Challenge: Build a tall scenic wall with enough accuracy and stability for projection-mapped content. I developed the technical design, CNC-cut components and fabricated the structure before managing its assembly and installation on site.

Adjustable Modular Desk System

Challenge: Create three mobile desks that could support multiple layouts while remaining stable in use. I developed electronically adjustable legs, a bespoke braking system and integrated lighting through prototyping, CNC production and physical testing.

Bespoke Library

Challenge: Design and install fitted storage across two different walls while maintaining one consistent architectural style. I managed the complete process—from visuals and technical development to CNC programming, fabrication, finishing and installation.

Bespoke Library

Challenge: Design and install fitted storage across two different walls while maintaining one consistent architectural style. I managed the complete process—from visuals and technical development to CNC programming, fabrication, finishing and installation.

Tangible Table

Tangible Table

Challenge: Integrate a height-adjustable touchscreen, computer hardware and lighting into one clean, easily assembled table. I developed an internal skeleton that separated the moving and stationary components, housed the PC and supported the fully laminated exterior. Integrated LED strips provided subtle edge and floor lighting, while ten 3D-printed pucks allowed users to interact with the digital content.

Services

Technical capability that gets ambitious creative projects built.

Technical capability that gets ambitious creative projects built.

Technical capability that gets ambitious creative projects built.

Technical Drawings

Technical Drawings

Technical Drawings

Clear workshop packs with dimensions, materials, part references and assembly details.

Clear workshop packs with dimensions, materials, part references and assembly details.

Clear workshop packs with dimensions, materials, part references and assembly details.

Design-led Fabrication

Design-led Fabrication

Design-led Fabrication

A direct route from concept to physical build, combining technical development with hands-on making.

A direct route from concept to physical build, combining technical development with hands-on making.

A direct route from concept to physical build, combining technical development with hands-on making.

CNC Programming

CNC Programming

CNC Programming

Production-ready cutting files, nested parts and clear labelling for faster, more reliable assembly.

Production-ready cutting files, nested parts and clear labelling for faster, more reliable assembly.

Production-ready cutting files, nested parts and clear labelling for faster, more reliable assembly.

3D Printing

3D Printing

3D Printing

Functional parts and complex forms developed, tested and refined.

Functional parts and complex forms developed, tested and refined.

Functional parts and complex forms developed, tested and refined.

Scenic Project Management

Scenic Project Management

Scenic Project Management

Practical coordination across design, workshop, suppliers and site to keep delivery moving.

Practical coordination across design, workshop, suppliers and site to keep delivery moving.

Practical coordination across design, workshop, suppliers and site to keep delivery moving.

Design / Fabrication / Delivery

Direct collaboration with a designer who understands how creative projects get built.

I’m Ziggy, the person behind MakeCAD. I work across visualisation, CAD, technical drawings, CNC programming, prototyping and hands-on fabrication, as well as coordinating work in the workshop and on site. Depending on the project, I can support one specific stage or take responsibility for the complete process—bringing practical thinking and clear communication throughout.

01

Develop

02

Make

03

Deliver

Design / Fabrication / Delivery

Direct collaboration with a designer who understands how creative projects get built.

I’m Ziggy, the person behind MakeCAD. I work across visualisation, CAD, technical drawings, CNC programming, prototyping and hands-on fabrication, as well as coordinating work in the workshop and on site. Depending on the project, I can support one specific stage or take responsibility for the complete process—bringing practical thinking and clear communication throughout.

01

Develop

02

Make

03

Deliver

Design / Fabrication / Delivery

Direct collaboration with a designer who understands how creative projects get built.

I’m Ziggy, the person behind MakeCAD. I work across visualisation, CAD, technical drawings, CNC programming, prototyping and hands-on fabrication, as well as coordinating work in the workshop and on site. Depending on the project, I can support one specific stage or take responsibility for the complete process—bringing practical thinking and clear communication throughout.

01

Develop

02

Make

03

Deliver

Testimonials

Nº002

Tom Edwards - Owner

Atomise Scenic

“Having worked alongside Ziggy on scenic projects, I saw first-hand his ability to turn creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions. He combines strong CAD and technical knowledge with a real understanding of fabrication, workshop processes and on-site delivery. He is proactive, dependable and particularly good at identifying problems before they reach production.”

Nº001

Sarah Cole - Bespoke Library

"Ziggy did a great job designing and installing my home library from start to finish. His meticulous attention to detail was evident both in the quality of the finish and some clever construction techniques. He is conscientious, reliable and hardworking, and I have no hesitation in recommending him for any home project."

Nº004

Grant Ireland - Owner

Bright Trigger

“I’ve worked with Ziggy on several technically challenging projects where we’ve needed custom mechanisms, interactive elements and bespoke 3D-printed parts. He’s excellent at taking an idea from concept through to a practical, buildable solution, always balancing creativity with real-world engineering. Having his own CAD, prototyping and 3D printing capability means we can iterate quickly and solve problems fast.”

Nº003

Paul Tustian - Head of Scenic

Beagle Create

“I’ve worked with Ziggy across both workshop fabrication and on-site installation. He brings a strong combination of technical understanding, practical carpentry skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. He works accurately, communicates clearly and can be trusted to take responsibility for delivering work to a high standard.”

Testimonials

Nº002

Tom Edwards - Owner

Atomise Scenic

“Having worked alongside Ziggy on scenic projects, I saw first-hand his ability to turn creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions. He combines strong CAD and technical knowledge with a real understanding of fabrication, workshop processes and on-site delivery. He is proactive, dependable and particularly good at identifying problems before they reach production.”

Nº001

Sarah Cole - Bespoke Library

"Ziggy did a great job designing and installing my home library from start to finish. His meticulous attention to detail was evident both in the quality of the finish and some clever construction techniques. He is conscientious, reliable and hardworking, and I have no hesitation in recommending him for any home project."

Nº004

Grant Ireland - Owner

Bright Trigger

“I’ve worked with Ziggy on several technically challenging projects where we’ve needed custom mechanisms, interactive elements and bespoke 3D-printed parts. He’s excellent at taking an idea from concept through to a practical, buildable solution, always balancing creativity with real-world engineering. Having his own CAD, prototyping and 3D printing capability means we can iterate quickly and solve problems fast.”

Nº003

Paul Tustian - Head of Scenic

Beagle Create

“I’ve worked with Ziggy across both workshop fabrication and on-site installation. He brings a strong combination of technical understanding, practical carpentry skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. He works accurately, communicates clearly and can be trusted to take responsibility for delivering work to a high standard.”

Testimonials

Nº001

Sarah Cole - Bespoke Library

"Ziggy did a great job designing and installing my home library from start to finish. His meticulous attention to detail was evident both in the quality of the finish and some clever construction techniques. He is conscientious, reliable and hardworking, and I have no hesitation in recommending him for any home project."

Nº002

"MakeCAD supported Lutron at very short notice ahead of the Palladiom Drapery Preview, responding quickly and helping to resolve a number of last-minute production challenges. Ziggy was proactive, reliable and fully committed throughout, going above and beyond to ensure everything was ready for the event."

Aoife Collery - National Window Systems Sales Manager

Lutron EA Ltd

Nº003

Grant Ireland - Owner

Bright Trigger Ltd

“I’ve worked with Ziggy on several technically challenging projects where we’ve needed custom mechanisms, interactive elements and bespoke 3D-printed parts. He’s excellent at taking an idea from concept through to a practical, buildable solution, always balancing creativity with real-world engineering. Having his own CAD, prototyping and 3D printing capability means we can iterate quickly and solve problems fast.”

Nº005

Paul Tustian - Head of Scenic

Beagle Create Ltd

“I’ve worked with Ziggy across both workshop fabrication and on-site installation. He brings a strong combination of technical understanding, practical carpentry skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. He works accurately, communicates clearly and can be trusted to take responsibility for delivering work to a high standard.”

Nº004

Tom Edwards - Owner

Atomise Scenic

“Having worked alongside Ziggy on scenic projects, I saw first-hand his ability to turn creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions. He combines strong CAD and technical knowledge with a real understanding of fabrication, workshop processes and on-site delivery. He is proactive, dependable and particularly good at identifying problems before they reach production.”

Have a project in mind? Let’s discuss how MakeCAD can help.

Have a project in mind? Let’s discuss how MakeCAD can help.

Have a project in mind? Let’s discuss how MakeCAD can help.

Send a few details about the idea, deadline, materials or production route. You’ll speak directly with the person doing the work. info@makecad.co.uk

Send a few details about the idea, deadline, materials or production route. You’ll speak directly with the person doing the work. info@makecad.co.uk

Send a few details about the idea, deadline, materials or production route. You’ll speak directly with the person doing the work. info@makecad.co.uk

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© 2026 MakeCAD · Independent CAD design and digital fabrication

© 2026 MakeCAD · Independent CAD design and digital fabrication

UK-based · Working with businesses, designers, creative teams and individuals

UK-based · Working with businesses, designers, creative teams and individuals

UK-based · Working with businesses, designers, creative teams and individuals