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The Making Of Contour Model Originating from the Italian Latin word ‘contornare’, the definition of the noun contour is; “an outline representing or bounding the shape or form of something, a way in which something varies, especially the pitch of music or the pattern of tones in an utterance”. Creating contours from a topographic map is a fundamental element in model makers and something that takes a lot of skill and understanding. Indicating slopes and variations of a terrain and how a building sits and relates to its surroundings, is a necessity in translating an architects concept. And, working with contours can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. There are several methods to successfully making a physical model where contours play a significant role and this is where our years of expertise at Capital come in.
contour model making Each method needs to be considered carefully, depending mostly on the size and scale of the model making companies London. But also, practical things need to be taken into account like the weight of a model, especially if it is being regularly transported for example. These factors will determine which materials we choose to use.