Even the kids who aren’t quite old enough to go to school don’t want to miss out on the back-to-school season—little ones want to get in on the action too! So, for our first DIY installment on the Pottery Barn Kids’ Building Blocks blog, we show you how to work a few cardboard boxes and other basic supplies into this super cute and functional workspace in less than 30 minutes! Whether principal or pupil, artist or office worker, kids will be set to play for hours.

Visit the Building Blocks blog for more pics and the complete tutorial!