How do they build such detailed models of the rides/attractions?

[cougher13]

What materials are used, building process, etc.

 

[Master Yoda]

Well that question is kind of like asking "How do you paint a picture?" There are a plethora of different ways to build scale models. Using foam core is the most common way to make scale architectural models but it is far from the only way. For some great resources on how to build scale buildings and/or landscapes check out some of the model railroading sites. There is a wealth of how to information there.

 

[unkadug]

Architecture classes teach you in your first year about building scale models. You start out building models of other peoples work before building models of your own work.

Be careful...Exacto knives cut VERY deep!

You will need

• scale ruler
• Metal straight edge
• T-square and other assorted drafting equipment
• Exacto knife
• Foam core or mat board
• Glue
• Blueprints
• Patience

 

[The MadHatter]

Architecture classes teach you in your first year about building scale models. You start out building models of other peoples work before building models of your own work.

Be careful...Exacto knives cut VERY deep!

You will need

• scale ruler
• Metal straight edge
• T-square and other assorted drafting equipment
• Exacto knife
• Foam core or mat board
• Glue
• Blueprints
• Patience

are you in arch school?

 

[jdmdisney99]

So what's the process?

 

[lazyboy97o]

So what's the process?

There is no set process. Lots of different ways.

 

[jdmdisney99]

There is no set process. Lots of different ways.

Okay, just curious. Should have read through previous posts.

 

[BalooChicago]

Professional architectural models (Which is to say ones built by professional modellers) tend to be acrylic. Wood models are also fairly common. CNC machines, and Laser Cutters are used to cut and mill shapes out of plastic. There is also a lot of hand work. For less finished models (such as study models built by the architect during the design process) rapid prototyping is gaining ground, but there are a vast array of materials and techniques used (Such as foamcore and strathmore board models).

It's not unusual for professionally built models to run in the $50-60k range.