re: Brave or Stupid?

In my experience I have found these kind of inquiries yield about a 10% return. Most folks don’t understand the amount of time it takes to do a one-off project and are unprepared for the price. But keep bidding them because eventually one will hit. You’ll also learn to think in more abstract terms which will help the design and bid process.

Personally, I’d approach that table with more of a saddle joint configuration. I don’t think the design bently did would take the weight, but it’s a good start. The joints need to compress on themselves handle the weight.