Site model for a proposed theme park, designed by Fred Hope, Jr. at the Works Company. Model base is 5' x 6'; scale approximately 1:300. 1989 of wood and plastic.
Professional video camera, made of wood and plastic. (Lens is a real unit)
Since 1971, J. Ron Dickson has supplied Industrial Designers and Theme Park Designers with visually accurate prototypes and site models.
My design background and wide experience at building models, props and engineering studies allows the modeling process to be an extension of the Design Development phase and an asset to the designer and engineer.
All of these models were made completely from 'scratch', using raw plastic, wood, metal and other materials. The finished LOOK is what counts here.
| Editorial Moment: Models are always important in the presentation and funding phases of design development projects. It is also my firm belief that the use of models will save time and expense by presenting a visual and physical image of a proposed project to all those involved. Comprehension and effectiveness of project team members will be improved. Communication throughout the life of the project will be improved. Oh, I know that a 3D computer image can be scaled and can provide a virtual walk through on a monitor, but that experience is not easy for many to absorb quickly. Show someone a physical model sitting on a conference table or in a construction trailer and they can instantly grasp the scope of a project, without pouring through drawings, specifications and explanations. End of sermon. |
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Site model for a proposed theme park, designed by Fred Hope, Jr. at the Works Company. Model base is 5' x 6'; scale approximately 1:300. 1989 of wood and plastic. |
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Site model of the Wrather-Port Properties featuring the Port Village, the Queen Mary and the geodesic dome to house the Spruce Goose. Model base 3' x 4'. Scale unknown. Made in 1988 of wood and plastic. |
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A computer station designed by Marty Smith at Design Works Made to receive internal parts and to be made functional. One of 10 prototypes built. |
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A group of the computer models from above. There were 10 prototype units in all. |
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The keyboard from the computer models above. |
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Star Speeders for Star Tours, Tokyo. Made of maple wood and plastic. Scale 1:20 |
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Professional video camera, made of wood and plastic. (Lens is a real unit) |
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Paper tray prototypes for design testing; Xerox Corp. Full size; made of sheet plastic.. |
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Copy machine engine and sorter; plywood and plastic. Xerox Corp. Full size. |
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