Our approach / Constraints create character
A compact computer is
one connected system.
Case, components, power, cooling, cables and light all affect each other. We design them together.
The best small build is not the one with the longest parts list. It is the one where every part has room to do its job.
ITX & CO. starts with a simple reality: small-form-factor building is a series of trade-offs. A thicker graphics card can change airflow. A stronger CPU can exceed cooler clearance. A cleaner cable route can create an unsafe bend if it is planned without measurements.
Our work is to make those trade-offs visible before money is spent. That means exact model numbers, useful photographs, written configuration approval, and a clear distinction between a conceptual design and a tested finished machine.
The launch workshop focuses on ITX systems and a small set of modifications where fit matters: GPU light frames, PSU-specific power leads, and case-specific airflow kits. We would rather support a narrow catalogue properly than call everything universal.
Four working principles
Measure the real hardware.
Exact GPU dimensions, cooler height, RAM clearance, side panels, connector positions and cable paths matter more than a broad compatibility label.
Never guess a pinout.
Modular power cables are designed for a specific PSU model and revision. Connector type, conductor, seating and bend clearance are part of the review.
Cooling before cosmetics.
Lighting and panels should not obstruct fans or create hot-air recirculation. Thermal claims belong to measured final configurations.
Leave room for later.
Standard parts, documented layouts and reversible modifications make the machine easier to maintain and upgrade.
Project One
Your next build starts with constraints, not a shopping cart.
Tell us what you run, what you own, how much space you have, and what you want to see on the desk. The proposal will connect those requirements to a practical hardware plan.
Plan your ITX build ↗