A house model or a house portrait?
Both can celebrate a meaningful home. Choose the format that suits the recipient and the space where it will be displayed.
A physical model has depth
A Clear Cut Custom Lab miniature shows the building's exterior form from more than one angle. Its roofline, openings and agreed details are adapted to the selected size. Display it on a stable shelf or desk; thin architectural parts need careful handling.
A portrait offers an artist's view
A drawing, painting or printed portrait can be a good choice for wall space or a particular artistic style. Ask the artist about the composition, medium, reference needs, framing, price and delivery schedule rather than assume they match a 3D commission.
Different formats, equally personal
A model is not inherently a better gift than a portrait. Consider the recipient's preference, available display space and handling needs. Neither format is a therapeutic device or promises a particular emotional response.
What a physical-house commission includes
Every standard Shopify Essentials, Heritage and Architectural physical-house commission includes a plain 3D-printed display base, personalized plaque and landscaping at no additional charge. We agree the footprint, wording and landscaping plan during design review. Wooden bases are discontinued.
Essentials is monochrome. Heritage is painted in the home's colors with simple surfaces. Architectural adds up to three agreed detailed textures. House sizes are approximately 6, 8 or 10 inches along the longest side; the base increases the display footprint.
How the process works
- Share exterior references, preferred size and important details. We review the scope and price.
- After ordering, review your project-specific digital proof. Printing begins only after you approve it.
- We print, assemble and finish the model according to the agreed tier, then share completed-model photos before dispatch.
Standard physical production is typically 2–3 weeks after digital design approval. Digital design and shipping transit are additional. Discuss any required date before ordering.
Can I commission both?
Yes. You can share references you have permission to use with separate makers. Let each maker confirm whether those references cover its own design requirements.
Start your model
Share your references and preferred size. We review the scope before you order.
Discuss your model