The workshop
Buildings that exist nowhere else.
Every piece leaving the workshop is an original design: drawn in the spirit of a place and an era, modelled in 3D with precision, printed, then finished entirely by hand.
The process
From the sketch to the finished piece.
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Drawing
It all starts with a sketch at the workshop: a place, an era, proportions. The building exists nowhere else.
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Modelling
High-precision 3D model: true proportions, printable thicknesses, details that read at the chosen scale.
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Printing
Filament 3D printing, layer by layer, with resolution adapted to each scale. Every print is inspected and trimmed by hand.
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Finishing
Assembly, hand painting, brick textures, controlled weathering and piece-by-piece quality control.
The founder
Every piece is a workshop design: what matters is that every detail rings true.
Florian · Craft model maker, Lyon
I have been making miniature railway buildings for fifteen years now. At first for my own layout, then very quickly for other enthusiasts.
With QUAI 87 the idea is simple: reliable, well-finished models, true to the spirit of an era. Every piece is designed, 3D printed, assembled and hand painted in the workshop.
Projects adapt to your layout: markings, colours, scale or small facade details.
Our commitments
What we will not do.
A value cannot be checked. A refusal can. Here are the four the workshop has kept since day one.
Frequently asked questions
Lead times, scales, customisation.
What is the lead time for a piece in stock?
Pieces in stock usually ship within 2 to 4 working days after confirmation.
Do you make custom pieces?
Yes. Send photos, plans or references: the workshop estimates feasibility, budget and lead time, usually within 48 h.
Are the pieces painted?
The workshop finish is hand painted and weathered. A raw (print only) or primed version can be offered on request.
Can I ask for another scale?
In most cases, yes. HO (1:87) is the workshop’s reference scale; N (1:160) and O (1:43.5) are studied case by case.
How is shipping handled?
Each piece is padded and packed in the workshop, then shipped with a tracking number. Delivery is available in France, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, the Netherlands and Italy. Lead times, costs and returns: see the Delivery and returns page, at the bottom of every page.