SavaTheAggie Posted July 15, 2015 Posted July 15, 2015 In a continuing effort to have more buildings and "stuff" that "interacts" with the trains on our layouts, I've built this warehouse. It's designed to be able to stand alone, or be modular building compatible. I based it off of a photo of a traditional model railroad scale building, and I've mostly built it out of a combination of scrap parts, club stock, and "stuff I bought off the PaB wall because I might need it one day". I'm not happy with the length of the platform, and once I get my hands on some 1x3 brown tiles and more plates I can make it a bit longer, but I can't extend it too much more without encroaching on other areas. Warehouse #7 by Tony Sava, on Flickr Warehouse #7 by Tony Sava, on Flickr --Tony Quote
eurotrash Posted July 15, 2015 Posted July 15, 2015 Nice job. I'd tried something similar with the Fish Farm that I recently posted in the City forum http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=111904 but I do like the scale and the look and feel you've managed to achieve with this one. You're right in that some of the more traditional railway models are a great source of inspiration! Quote
zephyr1934 Posted July 15, 2015 Posted July 15, 2015 Oh wow, another fine little detailed building that goes a long way to help make the entire layout pop. Great work Quote
ecmo47 Posted July 15, 2015 Posted July 15, 2015 (edited) I really like your track side structure series that you are doing but the one doesn't look quite right. I think it is the use of the palisade bricks on the upper level. If this was modeled after a real building, what would account for the change in building materials? Too much "The Old West" look. ......But this is just an opinion from a guy that hasnt build anything new in 8 months so keep on brickin'! Edited July 15, 2015 by ecmo47 Quote
SavaTheAggie Posted July 15, 2015 Author Posted July 15, 2015 I don't know where I downloaded the photo of the model I used for inspiration, otherwise I'd post a link to it, and I'm not willing to upload it because I don't have permission. However, the palisade log bricks are representing corrugated metal walls. The middle section is made of bricks, so I used 1x2 tan plates. I may go back and replace the front and back (but not the sides) with plates. I only have the one photo of the side, but looking at the source image the facade might be all brick. --Tony Quote
Dread Pirate Rob Posted July 16, 2015 Posted July 16, 2015 I'm not happy with the length of the platform, and once I get my hands on some 1x3 brown tiles and more plates I can make it a bit longer, but I can't extend it too much more without encroaching on other areas. An easier option than lengthening the platform would be to shorten the wagons . My only suggestion is some kind of air vent on the roof. Generally these structures are closed up much of the time and need some form of ventillation. It also adds interest to an otherwise smooth surface. This is a great build, I like the way that it isn't obvious what is stored here which leaves it up to the imagination of the viewer. Love it Quote
AirborneAFOL Posted July 16, 2015 Posted July 16, 2015 I've been lurking your Flickr for a while now. I've decided I hate you! Every time I feel good about one of my own recent builds, I come across something new of yours, and it raises the standards of excellence! So tongue-in-cheek hatred aside - bravo on another solid build. I've been adoring your railside-structure theme! Quote
LEGO Train 12 Volts Posted July 17, 2015 Posted July 17, 2015 Superb MOC, this kind of stuff are never enough! Quote
SavaTheAggie Posted July 17, 2015 Author Posted July 17, 2015 Thanks all, you're very kind. I did, indeed, change the loading dock. I'm much happier with it now. Much better by Tony Sava, on Flickr very nice! Will it be part of a layout? Yes, this and many of my newest builds will be incorporated into Texas Brick Railroad's layout at Brick Fiesta 2015 next week. Without the risk of hyperbole this has the potential to be our best layout yet. An easier option than lengthening the platform would be to shorten the wagons . My only suggestion is some kind of air vent on the roof. Generally these structures are closed up much of the time and need some form of ventillation. It also adds interest to an otherwise smooth surface. This is a great build, I like the way that it isn't obvious what is stored here which leaves it up to the imagination of the viewer. Love it Not a bad idea. I'll look to adding something to the roof. I'm not sure it'll get done before Brick Fiesta, though. I've been lurking your Flickr for a while now. I've decided I hate you! Every time I feel good about one of my own recent builds, I come across something new of yours, and it raises the standards of excellence! So tongue-in-cheek hatred aside - bravo on another solid build. I've been adoring your railside-structure theme! Yes, I can feel your hatred. Soon your training will be complete. Give yourself to the track side! Do not underestimate it's power! :) --Tony Quote
marook Posted July 17, 2015 Posted July 17, 2015 I'm impressed. And I have to admit, builds like this (and many others) gives me a lot of inspiration for going back and using those bricks I got when I was a kid! So much, that the last 6 months has gotten me into Bricklink, BlueBrick and a lot of other stuff making LEGO come to life, once again. Thanks! Quote
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