Model builders since 1988.

Modelart is the preferred supplier of presentation models for some of the most prestigious real-estate projects around the world. Our success is built on determination, a commitment to innovation and continued investment in new technology.

Modelart's scale model of the Johannesburg CBD
1988Founded in Johannesburg
900 m²Purpose-built workshop
6CNC machines
6Filament 3D printers
3UV 3D printers
1UV flatbed printer
1Vinyl printer
ManySkilled hands on every model

Craft, machines & method.

Everything is made in-house in Johannesburg by full-time model builders, from the first CAD file to the final crate.

Model builders preparing drawings at CAD workstations Laser and CNC cutting machines in the workshop A model builder assembling a building facade by hand
In the Modelart workshop

Infrastructure & expertise

Our 900 m² premises in Johannesburg were designed specifically for model building. A team of highly skilled, technically proficient model builders works full time, so quality is non-negotiable whatever the deadline.

Our first question is always which presentation or marketing solution will give the client the most value for their particular project.

Production technology

We keep investing in leading CAD, CAM and CNC equipment from some of the best suppliers in the world. Six CNC machines, six filament and three UV 3D printers, a UV flatbed printer and a vinyl printer let us spread work across many machines at once, which shortens production time and keeps projects on schedule.

Methodology

Every job is run on project-management principles, to deliver the best model within the brief, time, quality and budget. That discipline matters when tens of thousands of parts move through several projects at the same time.

Compliance

Modelart is fully compliant with the legislation for our industry. Our company registration, EME status and tax clearance are current and available at short notice.

What we make.

Real-estate projects are most of our work. We also build engineering, structural, civil, mining, automotive and aeronautic models, product prototypes and corporate gifts.

  • Architectural models
  • Engineering models
  • Exhibition models
  • Presentation models
  • Industrial models
  • Masterplan models
  • Landscape models
  • Maritime models
  • Commercial models
  • Residential models
  • Interior models
  • Scale models
  • Maquettes
  • Product models
  • Construction models
  • Structural models
  • Rapid prototyping
  • 3D resin printing
  • 3D PLA printing
  • 3D ABS printing
  • UV printing
  • Laser cutting & engraving
  • CNC router cutting
  • Corporate gifts

There is growing demand for concept models, mainly in renewable energy. Much of this work is protected by intellectual-property agreements, so it does not appear in our portfolio.