We make models in Denver.
Archetype3D is a physical model-making company in Denver, Colorado. Established in 1984, the shop began with architectural models for Colorado ski projects and residential developments. Today, our work also includes industrial equipment, terrain and museum exhibits, and our models ship to clients around the world.
Every job starts with a conversation.
Some clients arrive with detailed drawings and a deadline. Others are still deciding what their model should show. Wherever you are in the process, we’ll look at the material you have, talk through the purpose and recommend a size, scale and level of detail.
Our model makers have backgrounds in industrial design, architecture, model building and fine art. They cut, mill, print, paint and assemble the work here in the shop. We choose the combination of methods that best suits each model’s design and finish.
Marc and the team
Marc Costain purchased Archetype3D in 2017, after serving as a Marine Corps officer and pilot. He has carried on the shop’s model-making work ever since.
We have made quick study models, large sales-center models, traveling trade-show pieces and museum exhibits. If one of those sounds like what you’re planning, we’d enjoy hearing about it.
See the models ↗Let’s talk about what you have in mind.
Share what the model needs to show and who it’s for, and we’ll help you think through scale, details and next steps.
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