Wow! man, this is interesting...I'm gonna keep my eyes on your worklog.

But, why butt joint for the drawer?you should use finger joint for drawer..sturdier than butt joint. I'm pretty sure Mike has dado-blade set for the table saw.
Judging from your Sketchup, your table height is 28"?It should be 30", right?so 29 1/4" for leg, and 3/4" for the table top.

anyway, great modding..looks like a professional wordworker!

ah..yes,it makes sense now with 2x3/4" table top.
BTW, are you going to stain or paint the table?

keep up the good work.