This was my solution There is a "salavage" store that had just removed cabinets from a Ramada Inn in our area, so I purchased 2 cabinets . My Husband then screwed them to- gether and made a platform out of 2x4's. Then placed the cabinets on top of that platform. I was very lucky because the top came from a lunch room table. The top had a cracked-end, so he cut that off and just placed it on top of the cabinets. So I have a great cutting and design surface, plus 3 sliding drawers and lots of storage under the drawers. On the ends which weren't finished, we placed peg-board so I could hang my rulers, etc. I believe there is a standard height but I personally like my a little taller than most folks do.
I had been looking for a close-out on display cabinets at Lowes, but these came along for $40.00 vrs $100.00.
Hope all the ideas you get help you out.