As an experienced Architectural Designer, I am proficient in various CAD packages and can help you create that dream model railway.
By using CAD software, especially developed for designing model railway layouts, together we can create concepts and tailor the design to your brief and modelling ambitions.
Pre-defined track libraries, that include Peco, Hornby and Bachmann turnouts ensure that space hungry and complicated junctions fit the available space - and your overall vision.
The software also incorporates flexi-track, so smooth transitional curves can be designed to add realism and good looks to your layout.
Completed drawings will be sent as electronic files for your convenience and perusal.
When you are happy with the final design, 1:1 scale printable plots can be used as a template directly on your baseboard for when it comes to laying the track!
A shopping list can also be generated, showing the exact length of track you will need, and the number of each turnouts required.
Many modellers have an exhaustive wish list of what they want included in their layouts.
Where compromises are unavoidable, we can help identify which ones, and how best to implement them for the best overall effect and operational enjoyment.
Just take Neville Grove for example; an ambitious scenic model railway fitted into 5.5m x 2.75m without sacrificing the track plan or operational interest.
The design fees will vary depending upon size, complexity and the level of detail you require, however, please use the following as a guide:
Track Layout Design Package - from £185 - accurate track layout for a single level model railway. - initial overall outline of baseboard top. - shopping list of turnouts, lengths of track & components. - up to A0 sized PDF files of track layout. - bespoke design tailored to your wish list.
Printable Template Package Upgrade, from £65 per level - 1:1 scale PDF's that you can have printed as templates to overlay directly on to your baseboards.
Coloured Drawings Masterplan Upgrade, from £155 - suggested positions for non railway buildings. - drawings populated with suggested natural features, roads and canals etc according to your wish list.
Multi Level Track Layout Upgrade, from £165 per level - design of a multi level layout integrating complex overlapping relationships. -planning of a gradient to link layout levels.
Baseboard Layout Package, from £175 per level, £85 per gradient - baseboard layout design with dimensions to help you build the foundation of your layout before track is laid. -baseboard layout drawing with track plan overlaid.