Layout Plan for a Santa Fe Branch Line
Model Railroader 2006-08 pg. 56 Scale: HO Category: "Layout Design"
The late author discusses how he developed a track plan for a client, Jared Harper, to model the ATSF Alma District in a 13' by 19' space.
Mainline Through the Mountains
Model Railroader 2005-04 pg. 61 Scale: HO Category: "Layout Design"
The master of track design discusses how he met his client's requirements for modeling a portion of the Southern Pacific's Shasta Route. The article includes diagrams for the mushroom-style, 22' x 45' layout.
Meet the Mushroom
Model Railroader 1987-10 pg. 80 Scale: (none) Category: "Layout Design"
This article introduces the now famous mushroom design where both levels on a double-deck layout are at an ideal height simply by having a step-up platform for the higher elevation. The solution is embedded in an article about how he designed a large layout for one of his clients.
Signaling and Operation on the Canandaigua Southern
Model Railroader 1996-09 pg. 98 Scale: O Category: "Signaling"
The late John Armstrong describes how he built and manages the signals on his O-scale layout. The article includes a trackplan of his layout, several photos, and construction drawings for the signals he uses. He then describes how they use a computer during operating sessions.
The Appalachian Southern
Model Railroader 1982-06 pg. 93 Scale: HO Category: "Layout Design"
A double-deck HO-scale layout for a medium-sized room.