New York-based architectural and design forms AJSNY and TO+WN are hawking an incredibly detailed 12-foot-long model of Manhattan.
The so-called microscape model of Manhattan was conceived using ultra-detailed aerial scans of the city, that were used to make a number of 3D-printed square tiles, each of which represents a section of Manhattan at a 1:5000 scale.
Currently the subject of a Kickstarter campaign, individual tiles within the microscape model of Manhattan can be yours for $75 apiece. Eventually, a special-order version of the set that includes each and every one of the 200 tiles will be offered for $25,000.
You might not be able to realize that dream of owning a piece of Manhattan for yourself, but these models represent the next best thing.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Aerial Scan Modeling
- Using aerial scans to create detailed 3D models opens up opportunities for virtual tours and urban planning.
- 3D Printing in Architecture
- The use of 3D printing in architectural models allows for affordable and customizable representations of cities and buildings.
- Crowdfunding for Model Collectibles
- Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter provide opportunities for niche collectibles such as detailed architectural models.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- Architects can leverage aerial scan modeling and 3D printing to showcase their designs and improve urban planning processes.
- Tourism
- Aerial scan models can be used to create immersive virtual tours, enhancing the tourism industry's offerings.
- Collectibles
- Detailed architectural models like the microscape model of Manhattan have the potential to become sought-after collectibles for enthusiasts and investors.
