When I started this project I knew that the keyboard would be one the most important and time-consuming components to design and build.
My first version was a modified 60 layout that I was really excited about using. But after looking for keycaps and printing a few test plates I realized finding a keycap set that would fit the odd key sizes would be a nightmare for me and anyone who builds one of these in the future.

After playing around with this layout, I realized I wanted something a bit more 'standard' that would allow me to use any style of keycap without concerns.
I'm actually very happy about how the final design came out. The design takes inspiration from the Nuphy keyboards and will include 12 function keys integrated above the keyboard like the original Model 100.