Backwoods NE in Florida

[cuse]

OK...finally something worth sharing:

Here's the initial concept. There are two modules, so far - both 4' tall, 4' long, and 2' deep. I've put a lot of thought into how easily they can be joined, moved, wired, track access, lit, etc and I think this is a plan that will suit me. The backdrops don't extend all of the way down because I just used what I had on hand and figure that my intended scenery will extend up quite high for dramatic forested mountains. Also, at this point, I have no plans to build more until I (a) finish the scenery, etc and, (b) feel like it 

They are so tall because I want to feature mountainous scenery and two separate lines, one of them being HOn3 and the lower, more complex one being my usual HOn30...mostly because I already have so much track & rolling stock. I plan to have a pretty simple track plan, especially on the upper level, just meandering along the mountainside and over bridges and through tunnels.

I'm a big fan of continuous running, so, at some point, I'll create a "hidden" loop behind the modules. That's the reason that I have the cabinets & modules so far from the back wall...there's room back there for a nice workbench, plenty of storage, and great access for hidden tracks, wiring access, etc. Someday, I'll decide whether I want to have a back-to-back configuration with turn modules at the ends or a "run around me" with a duck under from the outside and a large operating pit in the middle...no need to decide for now...It's time to start planning the modules - I've got some scenes I want to prioritize, so I'll need to start scribbling.

[Mark Dalrymple]

I'm interested to see where you go with this, Cuse.

Just keep reminding yourself to keep it simple.

Cheers, Mark.

[ReadingBob]

That looks like a nice start, John.  I'm looking forward to seeing what you come up with.