Steve explains why building a scale model is such a good way to design homestead structures, and how to do it.

The cool thing about scale model building is that anyone with any level of skill can get into it. The rating scales for most kits usually start with Level 1, which represents snap-together projects.

Marriott recalled how much he had enjoyed building model airplanes as a child and teenager. "I decided to start building scale model aircraft and ships," he said.

A year ago [Ramy RC] set out on a momentous challenge: to build a 1:21 scale Airbus A380-800 RC model with functional engines, landing gear and all other details. Recently he finished the project ...