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I do build homes (actually design homes since I pound the CAD system keyboard instead of nails.) I've also built layouts, as well as cabinets, bookshelves , etc. sometimes without plans. I'll repeat what I've said earlier. That is the minute you start nailing boards together without a firm plan is the moment you've limited your possibilities. When I design a house, I do not start with a foundation plan. That comes later in the process. Though there are some exceptions, its designed function is to support what is above it. Even on a small lot, cramming in as much foundation as possible is not the same as making best use of the available space. It is true that you need to be aware of your maximum space available, but good design doesn't include having to cover every square inch of it . The same concept translates to layout building in my opnion. It is far easier to design your benchwork in conjuction with your track plan development than to either cut it apart later so your final plan works, or far worse, live with an inadequate layout because you find youself limited by the benchwork you've built. I know the itch to get nailing is hard to resist but realizing that the beautiful & solid structure in the layout room simply isn't going to let you build the layout you find you really want is even harder to accept. Let us know how you proceed, tarwheel38 Wayne
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