mattog Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 Having just completed my first scratch building project (a public toilet block) I'm keen to progress to the next level with the hope of building small trackside buildings, sheds, rows of townhouse and eventually an art deco station. I purchased the British Railway Modelling Lineside Buildings book which to be honest wasn't much help (I see that they have a scratch building book which might have been better). What I'm looking for is a book/s that can teach me the basics and also show me how to create the internal structures. Like for example, how to create those curved art deco signal boxes and what internal framework is required etc. Any suggestions? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike G Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 Mattog You might want to try Geoff Taylor's book. http://titfield.co.uk/MODmain.htm About a third of the way down the page. regards Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldrog73 Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 Hi Mattog Get hold of two books written by the late, great, John H Ahern "Miniature Building Construction" and "Miniature Locomotive Construction". They were written and published decades ago but are still very relevant. Try ebay or Amazon. Regards from oldrog Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dilbert Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 HIghly recommended is 'Modelling Historic Architecture' by Derek Bidwell - this is published by the HMRS, ISBN 9 780902 835157 ... dilbert Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim V Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 the Wills series of moulded sheets is covered in Iain Rice's excellent "plastic structure kits" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brossard Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 There is a large range of modelling books published by Wild Swan. Locos, wagons coaches are all covered as well as structures and scenery. I think I have most of them and they are all extremely useful. Back issues of Model Railway Journal are also very good but some of the earlier numbers are becoming scarce. You might also want to get hold of the BRM Right Track DVDs. Good value for money and very informative. British Railway Books is a good source. The owner is very helpful. John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattog Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 Thanks everyone for your response. Geoff Taylor's book looks interesting and I'll have a hunt around for the others. Now all I need is a book full of OO scale drawings! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike G Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 What region are you modelling and which period? Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattog Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 What region are you modelling and which period? Mike Good question. Southern Region steam/diesel transition era. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattog Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 What region are you modelling and which period? Mike Good question. Southern Region steam/diesel transition era. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
halfwit Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Another one worth looking out for is 'Buildings in Miniature' by George Iliffe Stokes. Like Ahern's books it was published a long time ago but still worth a read. I found my copy a couple of years ago in the Welsh Highland bookshop for 50p, an absolute steal! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike G Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Good question. Southern Region steam/diesel transition era. Ahh, the books I have are for the GWR and LMS in 4mm. ISBN 0900586486. I also have a book on 4mm buildings from the West Somerset Railway ISBN 0952322005. If you need anything from these books PM me and I'll scan and send. Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattog Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 Ahh, the books I have are for the GWR and LMS in 4mm. ISBN 0900586486. I also have a book on 4mm buildings from the West Somerset Railway ISBN 0952322005. If you need anything from these books PM me and I'll scan and send. Mike It might be a book worth me buying then? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Holliday Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 If you want Southern or at least pre-grouping Southern buildings the Bidwell book contains drawings of various structures from the south east, railway and non-railway. Another good source, if a little dated now, is Vivienne Thompson's Modelling Period Railway Buildings published by Peco many years ago. She created a wonderful model of Eastbourne in full LBSC glory, and the book has loads of plans, although mainly LBSC originals. Sadly neither of these covers the art nouveau style - I believe someone (Streetlevel?) produces a printed card kit for the Odeon signal box and working with htis might give you ideas. For a quick and cheap fix there is an excellent article in the latest MRJ and similar articles have appeared in other magazines. Each author has their own way of doing things that best suits them, and it is probably best to have a go for yourself and see what you find gives you the best result. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Brinkly Posted April 28, 2011 RMweb Gold Share Posted April 28, 2011 the Wills series of moulded sheets is covered in Iain Rice's excellent "plastic structure kits" Yeah that is a cracker of a book, I would say it is a must have on any modellers shelf! Regards, Nick. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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