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Archetype 3D is now building models in a NEW LOCATION

Craig Martin — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 04:44:03 +0100

The time has come for a change. Archetype 3d has moved to a new location. First off here is our new address for you to update your records

Archetype 3D

1020 Carbon Ct. Unit F

Erie Colorado 80516 - 2435

Our phones have stayed the same. You can still reach us at 303-449-0878 and my cell number is also on the website if neeRead More...

Hospital Campus Models Build Community Relations and Goodwill in Aspen

Robert Castellino — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 22:16:58 +0100

"If a picture is worth a thousand words then in this ,case the model was worth a 1,000 pictures."

--Rich Wolfe, Lead Architect Heery International

How much will it cost?

More often than not, in the first minutes of conversation, clientRead More...

Scale Model Defines Patent Infringement Courtroom Case

Robert Castellino — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 02:59:34 +0100

Scale Model Define Patent Infringement Courtroom Case

“Working with Archetype 3d was a fantastic experience in developing a court room model for trial. There ability to understand the complexity we needed to make simple and communicate during trial was illustrated in the care they took to build a 3d scale model that matched our exact requirements. They did the job in short order, delivered on timRead More...

Warning--Handle with Care! Crating Architectural Scale Models for Shipping and the Ease of ...

Robert Castellino — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 05:00:00 +0100

Simple Objective--Delivery Your Model in One Piece

Delivering your 3D scale model projects as promised is as important to us as the information we receive from cRead More...

Scale Trade Show Model for Shopping Malls--Special Sale

Craig Martin — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 20:55:29 +0100

SALE SALE SALE SALE
for
ICSC 2011 Vegas Tradeshow Scale Model Special

Archetype 3D is offering a special for updating, repairing and cleaning existing models for this years ICSC show. This sale will also apply to new construction as well. I am currently offering 20% off* or our normal shop rate for modRead More...

If I want your opinion, I'll ask for it. Regional Airport--3D Scale Model for Public Review!

Craig Martin — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:25:00 +0100

If I want your opinion, I'll ask for it.
Regional Airport Under the Public’s Eye for Review

The Pierre Regional Airport Read More...

The Argument for Scale Models as Legal Props in the Courtroom

Robert Castellino — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 05:00:00 +0100

"The scale model Archetype 3D of the rollover scene clarified facts the defenses counselmisrepresented and stated inaccurately. The physcial scale model set the record straight and we settled before going to court a second time."

-Mike McCort, Professional Expert/Owner--Ponderosa Associates, Ltd.

Law firms that understand how to "make their case" visually have a distinct edge in the courtrooRead More...

High School Musical “42nd Street” gave us an opportunity to give back through Set Production

Craig Martin — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 06:00:00 +0100

High School Musical “42nd Street” gave us an opportunity to give back through Set Production

Craig Martin Archetype 3D Pres. Stands by Stage Riser for 42nd Street Production by Fairview Highschool, Boulder, CO

Successful Scale Models for Large Civic Projects and Public Review

Successful Scale Models for Large Civic Projects as a title alone, this is a mouthful but civic models are what we making these days. More often than not, the economy determines the kind of work and scale models we build. Many of the developers and engineers we normally coRead More...

Building Architectural Scale Models--Information is the Key

Administrator — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 21:06:22 +0100

Information is the key to building a great architectural scale model. At Archetype 3D as architectural scale model builders, we do not work in a vacuum, and even though it appears as though we can, we can not perform miracles with out some help. Architectural scale model making is a partnership betwRead More...

Archetype 3D has new website for understanding architectural scale model making and engineering ...

Craig Martin — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:44:14 +0100

Craig Martin -President &nbRead More...

Models for the Fun of it: Miniatur Wunderland

Administrator — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:00:00 +0100

I ran across this website, recently, for an unbelievable 3d model call the Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg Germany. If you click on the video below, it will shows many features of this impressive 3D model project.

I have also attached a few photos below. What is interesting to me is that this is not a museum diorama or an educational tool. They have combined elements of Germany, Scandinavia, Austria, Switzerland, America and pure fantasy. Obviously it was created for the Read More...

Computer Graphics are No Substitute for Architectural Scale Models

Administrator — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

A client recently commented that maybe physical models are being replaced by virtual worlds. The truth is that 3D model making is enhanced by computer graphics (CG) and physical models provide a completely different and unique experience from computer images.

COMPUTER GRAPHICS: Film shown on a screen that can be sent over the Internet and great for showing details and specific information, if it is done well.

PHYSICAL MODELS: An architectural display, showing scale and depth, ofRead More...

Ski Passion

Administrator — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Wow, my Hawthorne tree out front has a few yellow leaves on it. It is getting close to the time to watch the Elk bugling and rutting in Rocky Mountain National Park. The local stores have isles of costumes and scary decorations. It must be fall and time to start marketing to the passionate skiing community. I am amazed at the fervor and dedication some people express about skiing.

The first year I came to Colorado I hiked up to St Mary’s Glacier in the middle of July. I was shocRead More...

A Passion for History: A 3D Scale Model of Herod's Temple

Administrator — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0100

It is sad to realize your limitations. Recently I’ve been seeing my limitation in tennis when I can’t get past the semi-finals in a tournament. In model making my limitation is time. My clients are under a deadline and I am working within their framework to get a project out. Most of our complex architectural scale models take four to six weeks to complete. I have never had the client or the passion to take thirty years to build a model. Here is a 3D model worth mentioning:

Golf Stories: A 3D View of the Fairway

Administrator — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Sell the sizzle not the steak. Our 3d modeling work is realistic in its presentation, because we have talked to the developer’s sales staff to find out what attracts their audience. When looking for a property a family will first key in on value and location. After that the amenities kick in. Pools, hot tubs, landscaping, paver patterns, it all matters to a perspective client.

But if you are selling a lot of real estate without a building, one of the big draws is golf. I suspectRead More...

Ghost City - All White Architectural Scale Models

Administrator — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Chicago just finished building a model of the city and I have to say I am disappointed. Why build a white 3d model of Chicago. Surprisingly, Chicago is a colorful place but you wouldn’t know it from this display. Modern technology is again allowing us to take short cuts that are not actually improvements. This model was made using 3D printing technology which I use myself and I heartily agree with this choice. 3D printing is great as it builds complicated shapes quickly and cheaply. WiRead More...