Wargame Wednesdays: Building A Simple House

In order to diversify our tables during Warmachine games, I decided to build a simple house. Previously, I would make houses out of paper print outs from artists like Dave Graffam but I wanted to start building more realistic terrain pieces and decided to build a simple house. I borrowed designs I found on the internet, and built it from scratch. This is my first attempt at making a building.

The design of the house should have been done differently. The posts inhibit the roof but I compensated by adding posts to the pitch. It wasn't ideal but I didn't want to cut new walls again.

Used some leftover card from a soda box to make the roof.

I made a makeshift door and window from pieces of balsa wood and bamboo skewers.

I cut pieces of card from various boxes to create the shingles. The roof is topped with a single piece of card.

Started to base coat the windows, roof, walls, wood pieces and foundation.

Started dry brushing tiles and foundation with a light gray highlight color.

Added a few more touch ups and I'm done!

Final Project Thoughts

I underestimated this build. I have a lot more respect for good terrain builders, since it's not easy making a well built piece. I need to do more measuring and dry fitting before I decide to glue. It would point out potential flaws in the build. At the time, I was excited to put everything together and should have took the time to plan.

I should also get some more materials like thin balsa wood and plasticard. Balsa is easy to find but the plasticard has to be bought online and shipped here. I have a small tool that I can use to make rivets and I can probably learn how to make or buy molds for houses. Overall, I like building terrain. It's a great break from miniature painting and your gaming tables look better!

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