Given the constraints and prototype selected, I've probably got a few options I can pursue;
Baden AG Bahnhof - Limited Diorama
This project would be a single module focused purely on Baden AG Bahnhof with limited opportunities for operation. Basically, this would be a modelling exercise but not much else.
Pros:
- Has a specific focus (prototype, buildings, etc)
- Fits my space and budget constraints
Cons:
- Limited opportunity for operations would be a big disappointment - after all, I'm a RailGeek because I like to watch trains moving around so not being able to do that would be a let down.
Baden AG Bahnhof - Basic Loop
This is my most likely starting point. So whilst I develop a basic diorama, it's constructed using the module standards and I hang a simple loop off it to allow for rudimentary operations.
Pros:
- Allows for Basic Operations
- Keeps it small - no need for a complex design
Cons:
- Limited scope for prototypical operations
- Doesn't really make good use of the space
- Not as much fun
Baden Surrounds
This would be a more expansive layout that focuses just on suburban traffic around Baden and would incorporate other PoI such as:
- Wettingen Station & Sidings
- Tunnel Sections
- Compact CBD
- Local Services
Pros:
- More expansive layout
Cons:
- Limited scope for SBB National or International/InterCity movements
SwissRail Focus
This would be a much larger endevour that would keep Baden at its centre but would actually run as a point-to-point service running Basel - Baden - Zurich and would offer a vast variety of prortypical operations including:- Local Services
- SBB Services
- International (DB, SNCF, etc)
I suspect this might be a leap too far initially (if only because of a lack of space), but perhaps something to aspire too in future.
