A New Era in My Shop: Expanding and Organizing With New Infrastructure

By incorporating old model shop racks, Adam Savage expands his shop space and gains more room for tools and materials.

The reorganization of the shop provides a better layout, making equipment and materials more accessible.

Adam plans to create a tap chart and put up artwork in the newly expanded space.

The racks have great historical significance, as they were seen by a young Adam in magazine articles and inspired his career path.

The expansion of the shop creates a dedicated area for specific materials, improving organization and efficiency.

What motivated Adam Savage to expand his shop space?

—Adam felt the need to expand his shop due to the small working area he had been using for over 13 years.

How did Adam gain more space in his shop?

—Adam incorporated old model shop racks to create more room for tools and materials in his shop.

What changes were made during the reorganization of the shop?

—The reorganization involved relocating equipment, creating better accessibility and a more efficient layout.

What historical significance do the old model shop racks hold?

—The old model shop racks were seen by a young Adam in magazine articles and inspired his career path in model making.

How does the expansion of the shop improve organization and efficiency?

—The expansion creates dedicated areas for specific materials, making them easily accessible and improving overall organization in the shop.

00:00Adam Savage introduces the new era of his shop.

02:28Adam explains the limited space he previously had and the need for expansion.

05:00Adam shares the story behind acquiring old model shop racks and the significant historical value they hold.

06:00Adam describes the process of reorganizing and incorporating the racks into the shop.

08:10Adam shows the newly expanded space and explains the plans for further improvements.