Hello all I have just completed bench work for a long around the room layout in my basement. I have a couple of areas in the layout I would really appreciate any comments or suggestions on how to maximize the amount of trains, action and scenery I can add. Below is a picture of the SCARM layout, all bench work has been completed but I am gun shy on really trying to nail the two main areas 1) 11' L x 6' W area in the top right by Roundhouse and Turntable and 2) 4' x 6' on the other side of the room where I hope to have a return loop and yard. I have settled on the Roundhouse location but everything else is open to your all creative minds. Consider both areas of concern wide open as I am open to any designs, I have three kids so I want to be to run multiple trains at once pref. three. I have done the classic rookie mistake of way over buying on accessories, bridges and buildings so I am trying to really nail final design before rest of track goes down. Any suggestions or designs are greatly appreciated, I am using all Gargraves and Ross Switches. Like to have a O-54 loop & 0-42 loop in 11' x 6'. Access areas I will design in later especially the top right corner of layout, SCARM file attached. Thanks again... Andy
