Layout design software

[Darren Jeffries]

I have a question for all you veteran modellers..... Do you know if there is software available to design layouts?

My reason for asking is that my drawing skills leave A LOT to be desired!!! :-\

[bill937ca]

I have heard there is but I don't have the specifics available.  To design my layout addition I used the Tomix 8007 Layout Stencil and drew the plan on graph paper.  Paper gives you a sense of what can be fitted into the space, although I found judging grades hard.

[Bernard]

Wow, that is a big question because there are a lot of design companies that do this but here is one of the more popular ones:

http://www.sandiasoftware.com/

I, like Bill, did it the old fashion way, graph paper, compass, pencils and about 75 erasers. My drawing skills aren't great either put then neither are my computer skills. The guys at Trainboard have a lot of experience with the graphic design packages and will tell you the pros & cons of each one. I once found a German based company that gave a free download on their program. I found it searching the web.

[mr platts]

Hi all, I have used Atlas Freeware but must admit to prefer good old pencil & paper.