Architectural Modelmaking Videos

Getting started

A look at the materials you'll need to start to form the basics of modelmaking.

Cutting card

The techniques and materials involved in cutting card when making scale models.

Cutting foam board

How to successfully cut foam board and avoid jagged edges.

Cutting thin metals and integrating materials

This example looks at how to cut and hadle copper mesh, as well as the effects of combining different materials.

Cutting wood using a band saw

How to safely and cleanly cut wood with a band saw.

Cutting styrofoam blocks

How to safely and cleanly cut styrofoam blocks using a band saw.

Cutting metal rods

A look at how to ensure accuracy when cutting metal rods.

Cutting an acrylic sheet

How to accurately cut acrylic using a band saw.

Working with thick acrylic blocks

Method for cutting thicker pieces of acrylic.

Soldering metal components

Tips for practising with and using a soldering iron

Using masking tape and spray paint

How to avoid brush strokes when painting certain materials.

Lighting effects

Achieving different lighting effects without the use of expensive equipment.