4x8 HO layout design competition

[AstroKnight187]

I challenge you to design a track plan for a 4x8 HO scale layout! The competition will start NOW, and you can design the layout however you want, as long as it meets the specifications below:
- 22" Mainline radius curves
- Miniumum no. 4 turnout
- Continuous mainline running (Loop)

I understand it's a lot to ask for, but I know there's a lot of crafty people on this forum!
The winner will be decided once there's plenty of submissions, and you will be credited in a follow-up thread with an attached image of your submission
Good luck!

 

[NVSrr1500]

If enough submit something, this could be a good thread to send those looking for layout ideas

 

[Colbert]

Very interesting idea. I'll follow with interest.

 

[Don Z1029]

Here's my plan. Loop with interchange track and the mainline crossing the table diagonally.

Regards,
Don Z.

 

[timlange3]

Is that 4x8 in meters, feet, inches, or what? Does that specify the physical size of the railroad or just the amount of lumber that can be used?

 

[Colbert]

Feet. Standard US plywood sheet dimensions (4'x 8'), I guess.

 

[Rico]

The grid shows feet.

 

[timlange3]

So I can't take a 4' x 8' and cut it up and make a 9' x 9'?

 

[Don Z1029]

So I can't take a 4' x 8' and cut it up and make a 9' x 9'?

It would no longer be a 4x8, would it?

Regards,
Don Z.

 

[AstroKnight187]

Here's my plan. Loop with interchange track and the mainline crossing the table diagonally.

Regards,
Don Z.

Sweet!

 

[AstroKnight187]

Is that 4x8 in meters, feet, inches, or what? Does that specify the physical size of the railroad or just the amount of lumber that can be used?

4x8 feet for the size of the table top.