Common Architectural Scales
Before starting, determine the scale you will be working at. This ensures that all dimensions remain accurate and consistent throughout the model.
| Scale | Typical Use | 1 m at Scale |
| 1:10 | Small details, furniture and interior components | 100 mm |
| 1:20 | Interior layouts and room details | 50 mm |
| 1:25 | Building components and joinery details | 40 mm |
| 1:50 | Floor plans, room layouts and small building models | 20 mm |
| 1:100 | Building models and general architectural presentations | 10 mm |
| 1:200 | Large buildings and site layouts | 5 mm |
| 1:500 | Site plans and masterplans | 2 mm |
| 1:1000 | Large sites and urban planning | 1 mm |