LDSIG
Sharing the art and science of layout design
Helping you maximize your model railroad’s operating and visual interest.
Teaching you to avoid common model railroad layout planning mistakes.
Leading you to a total model railroad design that achieves your goals faster and better.

Model Railroad Design Aids
View the many resources available on the LDSIG’s webpage to help you design your model railroad including the Layout Design Primer.
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Conventions
The Layout Design Special Interest Group (LDSIG) is pleased to announce that our 2026 annual member gathering will be held in conjunction with the St. Louis RPM Meet, taking place July 23–25, 2026, with LDSIG activities continuing into Sunday.
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Publications
The Layout Design Journal is the LDSIG’s premier publication. Membership includes four issues.
- Samplers of recent issues
- Search the content of the LDN and LDJ
- Electronic access for subscribers.
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