{"title":"Little Building Co.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLittle Building Co.: wooden model kits of the world’s great buildings, made in Australia.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle Building Co. designs, develops and manufactures architectural model kits in Brisbane, Australia, with the look and feel of models from an architect’s own studio. Each is researched from original drawings and photographs, made from timber, MDF and acrylic, and comes with clear stage-by-stage instructions. Sales support the Foundations, Trusts and Estates that preserve the architects’ legacies. We’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Little Building Co.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-guggenheim-museum-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Guggenheim Museum Wooden Model Kit, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e: Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:500, 62 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-jacobs-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Jacobs House Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:100\u003c\/a\u003e: Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:100, 142 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-sc-johnson-headquarters-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. SC Johnson Headquarters Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e: Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:500, 167 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-unity-temple-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Unity Temple Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:250\u003c\/a\u003e: Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:250, 190 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-farnsworth-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Farnsworth House Wooden Model Kit, Mies van der Rohe, 1:150\u003c\/a\u003e: Mies van der Rohe, 1:150, 100 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-sydney-opera-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Sydney Opera House Wooden Model Kit, 1:750\u003c\/a\u003e: Jørn Utzon, 1:750, 353 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-tate-modern-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Tate Modern Wooden Model Kit, 1:1200\u003c\/a\u003e: Scott and Herzog \u0026amp; de Meuron, 1:1200, 137 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to model building? The Guggenheim (62 parts, about 12 hours) is the gentlest start. Want a project? The Sydney Opera House has 353 parts and takes about 22 hours. Every kit needs PVA wood glue, which is not included, and some also a single-edge razor blade. Kits contain small parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigners, architects, contractors and commercial buyers: apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Little Building Co. and our full catalog, free catalogs and swatches, and a dedicated trade support line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre Little Building Co. kits hard to build?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo special skills are needed; follow the stage-by-stage diagrams and allow 12 to 22 hours depending on the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat do I need besides the kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePVA wood glue (not included); some kits also need a single-edge razor blade or masking tape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere are Little Building Co. kits made?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat age are the kits for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey contain small parts and are for ages 5 and up; younger builders need an adult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow fast do model kits ship?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn-stock kits ship in 2–3 business days; orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"CollectionPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/collections\/little-building-co#page\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/collections\/little-building-co\",\"name\":\"Little Building Co.\",\"about\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/collections\/little-building-co#brand\"},\"mainEntity\":{\"@type\":\"ItemList\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.metropolitandecor.com\/products\/little-building-co-guggenheim-museum-model-kit\",\"name\":\"Little Building Co. 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You will need PVA wood glue, not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little Building Co. (Brisbane, Australia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solomon R. 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Little Building Co. designs, develops and manufactures architectural model kits in Brisbane, Australia, with the look and feel of models from an architect’s own studio. Each kit is researched from original drawings, detailed photographs and cross-referenced details, made from sustainably sourced materials where possible, and supports the Foundations, Trusts and Estates that preserve the legacy of the architects behind the buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare for the finished model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid timber ages beautifully on a shelf. Little Building Co. recommends furniture wax on the finished timber models, except the Farnsworth House, whose clear acrylic windows would be hard to clean of wax; there, wax only a cherry base. 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Built, it is a handsome object for a bookshelf, desk or office reception. More from Little Building Co.: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-guggenheim-museum-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Guggenheim Museum Wooden Model Kit, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-sydney-opera-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Sydney Opera House Wooden Model Kit, 1:750\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-sc-johnson-headquarters-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. SC Johnson Headquarters Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung children on their own: the kit contains small parts (5+ per the maker), and the single-edge razor blade should be handled by an adult (our advice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a ready-made model: it arrives as a kit to assemble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnap-together fans: it needs glue and patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and these are the gifts our architect clients ask for by name. Little Building Co. designs, develops and manufactures architectural model kits in Brisbane, Australia, with the look and feel of models from an architect’s own studio. Each kit is researched from original drawings, detailed photographs and cross-referenced details, made from sustainably sourced materials where possible, and supports the Foundations, Trusts and Estates that preserve the legacy of the architects behind the buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare for the finished model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid timber ages beautifully on a shelf. Little Building Co. recommends furniture wax on the finished timber models, except the Farnsworth House, whose clear acrylic windows would be hard to clean of wax; there, wax only a cherry base. Dust with a soft, dry brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does the Jacobs House kit take to build?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout 12 hours for one person; most builders spread it over a few evenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat do I need to build the Jacobs House model?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLittle Building Co. recommends a good-quality PVA wood glue (not included), plus a single-edge razor blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow big is the finished Jacobs House model?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eApprox. 10″ L × 10″ W × 1.5″ H, at 1:100 scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Jacobs House kit hard to build?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo special skills are needed, just patience and the ability to follow the stage-by-stage diagrams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat if I glue a Jacobs House part in the wrong place?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany parts join with a pressure-sensitive adhesive that cures over time, so a misplaced part can be peeled apart and repositioned; PVA also gives you time to adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat age is the Jacobs House model kit for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt contains small parts and is for ages 5 and up; younger builders will want an adult alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Little Building Co. and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Furnishing an architecture office, a museum shop or a client gift program? Contact us with models and quantities and we’ll confirm availability and lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. 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Built, it is a handsome object for a bookshelf, desk or office reception. More from Little Building Co.: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-guggenheim-museum-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Guggenheim Museum Wooden Model Kit, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-jacobs-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Jacobs House Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:100\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-sc-johnson-headquarters-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. SC Johnson Headquarters Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung children on their own: the kit contains small parts (5+ per the maker), and younger builders need an adult’s help (our advice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a ready-made model: it arrives as a kit to assemble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnap-together fans: it needs glue and patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and these are the gifts our architect clients ask for by name. Little Building Co. designs, develops and manufactures architectural model kits in Brisbane, Australia, with the look and feel of models from an architect’s own studio. 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The finished model measures about 9″ L × 12″ W × 5″ H. You will need PVA wood glue and a single-edge razor blade, not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little Building Co. 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Built, it is a handsome object for a bookshelf, desk or office reception. More from Little Building Co.: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-guggenheim-museum-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Guggenheim Museum Wooden Model Kit, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-jacobs-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Jacobs House Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:100\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-sydney-opera-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Sydney Opera House Wooden Model Kit, 1:750\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung children on their own: the kit contains small parts (5+ per the maker), and the single-edge razor blade should be handled by an adult (our advice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a ready-made model: it arrives as a kit to assemble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnap-together fans: it needs glue and patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and these are the gifts our architect clients ask for by name. Little Building Co. designs, develops and manufactures architectural model kits in Brisbane, Australia, with the look and feel of models from an architect’s own studio. Each kit is researched from original drawings, detailed photographs and cross-referenced details, made from sustainably sourced materials where possible, and supports the Foundations, Trusts and Estates that preserve the legacy of the architects behind the buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare for the finished model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid timber ages beautifully on a shelf. Little Building Co. recommends furniture wax on the finished timber models, except the Farnsworth House, whose clear acrylic windows would be hard to clean of wax; there, wax only a cherry base. Dust with a soft, dry brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does the SC Johnson kit take to build?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout 14 hours for one person; most builders spread it over a few evenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat do I need to build the SC Johnson model?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLittle Building Co. recommends a good-quality PVA wood glue (not included), plus a single-edge razor blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow big is the finished SC Johnson model?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eApprox. 9″ L × 12″ W × 5″ H, at 1:500 scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the SC Johnson kit hard to build?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo special skills are needed, just patience and the ability to follow the stage-by-stage diagrams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat if I glue a SC Johnson part in the wrong place?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany parts join with a pressure-sensitive adhesive that cures over time, so a misplaced part can be peeled apart and repositioned; PVA also gives you time to adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat age is the SC Johnson model kit for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt contains small parts and is for ages 5 and up; younger builders will want an adult alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Little Building Co. and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Furnishing an architecture office, a museum shop or a client gift program? Contact us with models and quantities and we’ll confirm availability and lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. 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Built, it is a handsome object for a bookshelf, desk or office reception. More from Little Building Co.: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-guggenheim-museum-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Guggenheim Museum Wooden Model Kit, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-jacobs-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Jacobs House Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:100\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-sydney-opera-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. 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The finished model measures about 6″ L × 10″ W × 4″ H. You will need PVA wood glue and a single-edge razor blade and some masking tape, not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little Building Co. 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Built, it is a handsome object for a bookshelf, desk or office reception. More from Little Building Co.: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-guggenheim-museum-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Guggenheim Museum Wooden Model Kit, 1:500\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-jacobs-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Jacobs House Wooden Model Kit, Frank Lloyd Wright, 1:100\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/little-building-co-sydney-opera-house-model-kit\"\u003eLittle Building Co. Sydney Opera House Wooden Model Kit, 1:750\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung children on their own: the kit contains small parts (5+ per the maker), and the single-edge razor blade should be handled by an adult (our advice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a ready-made model: it arrives as a kit to assemble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnap-together fans: it needs glue and patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and these are the gifts our architect clients ask for by name. Little Building Co. designs, develops and manufactures architectural model kits in Brisbane, Australia, with the look and feel of models from an architect’s own studio. Each kit is researched from original drawings, detailed photographs and cross-referenced details, made from sustainably sourced materials where possible, and supports the Foundations, Trusts and Estates that preserve the legacy of the architects behind the buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare for the finished model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid timber ages beautifully on a shelf. Little Building Co. recommends furniture wax on the finished timber models, except the Farnsworth House, whose clear acrylic windows would be hard to clean of wax; there, wax only a cherry base. Dust with a soft, dry brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does the Tate Modern kit take to build?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout 14 hours for one person; most builders spread it over a few evenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat do I need to build the Tate Modern model?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLittle Building Co. recommends a good-quality PVA wood glue (not included), plus a single-edge razor blade and some masking tape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow big is the finished Tate Modern model?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eApprox. 6″ L × 10″ W × 4″ H, at 1:1200 scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Tate Modern kit hard to build?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo special skills are needed, just patience and the ability to follow the stage-by-stage diagrams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat if I glue a Tate Modern part in the wrong place?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany parts join with a pressure-sensitive adhesive that cures over time, so a misplaced part can be peeled apart and repositioned; PVA also gives you time to adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat age is the Tate Modern model kit for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt contains small parts and is for ages 5 and up; younger builders will want an adult alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Little Building Co. and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Furnishing an architecture office, a museum shop or a client gift program? Contact us with models and quantities and we’ll confirm availability and lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. 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