As part of the Victorian build project I promised myself a bank so set to work a few weeks ago. For the front I used one of Paul Smith's excellent frontages available from Outpost Wargame Services.
As this build developed I realised the generic nature of the frontage and the way I had designed the rear yard gave the building more than a single identity so now it's a bank or police station or posh house or hotel depending on the scenario. Tadaaa!
The skylight on the rear extension will be handy for breaking into the building or escaping depending on what it's used for.
The frontage is resin and the frame is a mixture of foamboard and foamed PVC. The brickwork is embossed plastic and the roof cardboard.
Here's the basic design:
The roof was a pain in the arse as I haven't built one with this shape before. I decided to use a frame to ensure the structure had equal angles. To be honest it didn't really work but I blame it on cider. Note to self: dont drink cider and build a roof.
I've finished the front and added lighting, railings etc. I haven't decided what to do with the windows yet. The roof is still to be painted.
Here's the back. Nowhere near as exciting as the front I'm afraid. Cobblestones for the yard and a gate have yet to be added before the paint is slapped on. The walls look wonky because they aren't glued in place yet.
I wasn't going to post any pictures until the build was completely finished but I need the incentive to get it finished as my mind is already wandering on to the next build.....