Stylistic Chess Board and Pieces with Drawers

I wanted to create something a little different from a traditional chess set, so I designed stylistic chessboard with built-in storage and a unique set of chess pieces. The design combines a classic game of chess with a cabinet style base, with detailed edges, decorative side panels and two functional drawers. The chess pieces have a geometric inspired design which looks great while still keeping all the traditional pieces needed for a complete game. The overall dimensions of the assembled model are 243.75 mm × 243.75 mm × 67.50 mm. The model is split into several separate components to make printing and assembly easier. These include the top and bottom sections of the cabinet with connecting rods, both drawers, separate handles, individual chessboard tiles and all 32 chess pieces. The top section slides onto the rods attached to the bottom section, holding the main structure together. The drawer handles also attach using attached rods and may need a little glue to keep them in place. All the chess pieces are included in the model, with both player sets arranged together. You will need to assign the colours in your slicer before printing, so you can print one player's pieces in black and the other in white. The chessboard tiles are also separate, allowing you to give each square its correct colour. For printing, PLA should be a good starting material. I'd recommend starting with a 0.4 mm nozzle, 0.2 mm layer height and around 10–20% infill, although these settings haven't been tested and may need adjusting depending on your printer. Supports may also be needed for certain parts, so check each component in your slicer before printing. Assembly involves slotting the main sections together, attaching the handles and arranging the chessboard tiles and pieces. Some parts may require a little glue or minor adjustments to get the best fit. Just keep in mind that I haven't physically printed this model yet, so the fit and printing settings are not guaranteed. The side sections of the cabinet are decorative and don't function as additional drawers. I decided to create this because I really enjoy playing chess, but the ordinary way is basic and needed an upgrade. I wanted to combine modern geometric shapes with chess and it turned out amazing. I hope you enjoy printing this project, it has been super fun to create!