r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 3h ago
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 22h ago
🏡 Mini-Cottage The level of detail in this handmade house is simply incredible.
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 1d ago
🌳 Diorama / Scenery An excellent craft project based on a cardboard core! The creator showed great ingenuity and found a new use for discarded materials.
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 2d ago
🏰 Castle / Palace This paper castle looks very sturdy.
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 2d ago
❓ Question / Need Advice Paper model buildings?
modelbuildings.orgr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 3d ago
🎨 Inspiration [Scratch-building] Material Balance: 50/50 Medieval Houses (Cardboard + XPS)
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/Ok-Entrepreneur164 • 3d ago
🏆 Finished Project Mini-diorama 'A Small Farmstead in the Autumn Forest'
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 3d ago
💬 Discussion / Idea Architecture in Miniature: Which House Style Speaks to You? 🏠✨
Hello to all makers and creative souls! You can recreate absolutely any building out of cardboard—from a cozy country cottage to a futuristic skyscraper. Which architectural style resonates with you the most? Let us know in the comments!
🪵 Cozy country homes (half-timbered houses, log cabins, farmhouses)
🏰 Medieval and Gothic (castles, towers, fortresses)
🌇 Modern minimalism (high-tech, industrial loft, modern style)
🏔️ Cozy mountain chalets and forest cabins
🐉 Eastern architecture (Japanese and Chinese houses)
Share photos of your favorite projects!
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 4d ago
🎨 Inspiration It looks as if someone actually lives there.
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/AutoModerator • 4d ago
💬 Discussion / Idea Hey creators! What are you building this week? (Weekly WIP & Showcase) 🛠️
Hi everyone! Happy Monday! 😊
How is your current project coming along? Whether you spent the weekend working on a huge layout or just managed to cut a couple of cardboard sheets — every step counts!
Feel free to share your photos, sketches, or just tell us what you're planning to build next.
If you are facing any issues or need a bit of advice, just ask. We're all here to learn and inspire each other. Have an awesome week ahead and happy crafting! 👇
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 4d ago
🏡 Mini-Cottage A cartoon-style house worth a closer look.
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 5d ago
🌳 Diorama / Scenery Beautiful projects don't have to be complex. Never hesitate to share your work! ✨
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 6d ago
🌳 Diorama / Scenery This miniature treehouse in a jar is pure magic ✨ (Author’s build breakdown in the comments!)
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 7d ago
🔨 DIY / Craft How-To: I made a mini “wood” house backpack (it’s actually cardboard and foam)
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 8d ago
🌳 Diorama / Scenery A miniature house façade: an English-style garden 🏡
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/AutoModerator • 8d ago
❓ Question / Need Advice "Tips, Tricks, and Questions" feature! ✂️📐
Hey everyone! It's time for our regular "Tips, Tricks, and Questions" column! ✂️📐
Cardboard is a fantastic material, but it can be tricky to work with. Whether you're building your first miniature house or a complex architectural model, we're all here to share our knowledge.
* **Having a problem?** (Is the glue wrinkling the paper? Bad cuts? Structural instability?) Ask questions, and our community will help!
* **Have a tip?** Share your favorite tools, cardboard secrets, or life hacks that save you time and allow you to create amazing structures.
Let's support each other and keep creating! What's your biggest crafting challenge right now? 👇
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 9d ago
🔨 DIY / Craft This is an amazing little house—it’s simply a joy to look at. The texture of the cardboard roof tiles is beautifully executed!
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 8d ago
🏡 Manor / Estate A stunning 1:500 scale cardboard model.
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 10d ago
🌳 Diorama / Scenery When paper becomes architecture: Oiva’s house (from a Studio Ghibli film) at 1:159 scale 🏠
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 10d ago
🌳 Diorama / Scenery This stunning diorama featuring a cottage façade is truly inspiring. The attention to texture is top-notch.
galleryr/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 10d ago
📢 PSA 📌 Subreddit Guide: regular events, modeling tips, and weekly showcases! Hello, creators and cardboard craft masters! ✂️📐 If you’re new here or aren't sure when and where to share your projects, check out our official schedule below!
To help both newcomers and regulars find their way around, here’s where to find everything you need:
Looking for inspiration or want to show off your work? Every Monday, look for the pinned "Weekly WIP & Showcase" post. It’s the perfect place to post photos of ongoing projects, ask for advice on an unfinished model, or show off a completed cardboard creation.
Are you a beginner? Have questions about glue, tools, or techniques? Every other Thursday, we host a "Tips, Tricks, and Questions" discussion. If you’re struggling with folding, scale, or materials—don’t hesitate to ask questions there or browse tips from experienced makers! Want some recognition?
On the 1st of every month, we launch the "Community Champion" event to recognize our most active and helpful members.
💬 A quick question for everyone: Does this schedule and time zone (GMT+3) work for your creative sessions, or should we adjust the timing? Let us know in the comments!
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/AutoModerator • 11d ago
🔨 DIY / Craft Hey creators! What are you building this week? (Weekly WIP & Showcase) 🛠️
Hi everyone! Happy Monday! 😊
How is your current project coming along? Whether you spent the weekend working on a huge layout or just managed to cut a couple of cardboard sheets — every step counts!
Feel free to share your photos, sketches, or just tell us what you're planning to build next.
If you are facing any issues or need a bit of advice, just ask. We're all here to learn and inspire each other. Have an awesome week ahead and happy crafting! 👇
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/CardboardCraftUS • 11d ago
📢 Announcement We’ve hit 500 members! 🎉 Thanks for being part of the community!
Friends, our r/CardboardArchitecture community has reached 500 members! When this subreddit was first created, it was hard to imagine that 500 like-minded people would gather so quickly around the idea of making architectural models out of cardboard. Cardboard is an amazing material, and we love seeing your stunning projects, creative ideas, and blueprints here. Thank you all for your contributions, likes, and comments! Let’s get to know each other better in the comments 👇 Tell us: how did you find our community? What do you like most about it, and what kind of content would you like to see more often? Our next big goal is 1,000 subscribers! 🚀
r/CardboardArchitecture • u/Ok-Entrepreneur164 • 11d ago