Buildings

Building Models for Scale Models and Dioramas

Building model kits are a key element of any realistic scale model or diorama. They bring depth and authenticity to scenes with military vehicles, miniature railway stations, or urban landscapes. In this category, we have gathered a wide selection of building models to help you create a believable environment for your projects. We offer structures made from various materials – from popular plastic, which ensures high detail, to cardstock, valued for its ease of processing and often used in architectural modeling. Resin models are also available for more advanced modelers.

Which Building Model Kits to Choose?

The choice of the right model depends on the theme and scale of your project. Here you will find both historical structures, such as World War II ruins, medieval castles, or rural cottages, as well as modern urban architecture, factories, or railway facilities (e.g., signal boxes, stations, platforms). It is crucial to match the scale of the building to the other elements of your layout. The most popular scales are 1:35 and 1:48 for military dioramas, 1:72 for aviation, and 1:87 (H0) and 1:120 (TT) for model railroading. Each model can be a standalone project or part of a larger composition.

Assembling a building model is a satisfying process that doesn't end with just gluing the parts together. True realism is achieved through painting and weathering techniques, such as adding traces of dirt, rust, streaks, or damage. This way, even a simple kit can be transformed into a unique and eye-catching element of a diorama. Whether you are building your first scale model or are an experienced creator, a well-chosen building will take your project to a new level of realism.