The "Standdesk 2200" [1] is similar and seems easier to make, if you have access to an IKEA.
[1] http://iamnotaprogrammer.com/Ikea-Standing-desk-for-22-dolla...
[1] http://iamnotaprogrammer.com/Ikea-Standing-desk-for-22-dolla...
But if you're going to try standing, please save your body and use an anti-fatigue mat. It makes all the difference. I use two stacked on top of each other.