No Excuse Structures

I've been working on this section of steep streets, that cut across the layout at two angles. Visually it works well because it appears large than it is and it's easier to terminate and hide a street that hits the backdrop. But, the best part is that most of the buildings will only need two wall sections. Given the angle, there's no way to see one side and the second side is against another building. So I have no excuses for not completing this area in a short amount of time ( though I'm sure I'll think of one). Further back there are buildings that only need a complete front facade; even easier. The building in the photo is a small, nondescript wedge shaped building that sits above the rock cut I've been working on. More pics to follow.

Some New Roads

This area towards the rear of the layout always bothered me on account of it being too flat. I had just planned to elevate the section via one flat plane; but that didn't seem to take advantage of the space. Since I already had a hill(left side) I started from there with a road leading up towards the background. From there another road, at an angle, back down. I also covered the existing road that went straight into the background.

This will provide a variety of opportunities for skewed, angled structures; a nice contrast for the straight road in the foreground. It also sets the stage for a nice rock cut trackside.