Meaningful places
Favorite hikes, family homes and places you never want to forget.
Terrastratas
Custom 3D Printed Topographic Maps
From maps to models, we specialize in highly customized large format designs.
No cost, no pressure. See what’s possible.
✓ Carefully sourced terrain data✓ Personally modeled for you✓ Your approval before printing
What We Create
We create custom 3D topographic models at any scale, from small keepsakes to large-format installations.
Our work is built for anyone with an idea. From engineers and site planners to museums and visitors centers creating immersive displays, to businesses and individuals looking for a meaningful piece of art.
If you have an idea, no matter the size or scope, we’re here to bring it to life.
Land & property
Bring properties, vineyards and landscapes into a new perspective.
Ideas at any scale
Custom terrain for planning, education, exhibits and larger installations.
Explore the full gallery
Larger sizes and specialized projects are quoted individually.
Ready to purchase?
Order your custom model
Use our map tool to select your area, choose your size and style, and share your details. Then purchase your model right online.
Available in8x6″9x12″16x20″
Starting at$70USD
8x6 single color model, unframed.
We’ll email your mockup for approval before printing.
Starting prices are for 8x6 unframed models. Shipping and tax calculated at checkout.
Prefer a free mockup first?The work behind your map
The difference is
in the details.
We don’t use a terrain generator. We work directly with high-resolution terrain data, customize it with GIS mapping tools, and refine it in 3D modeling software. An artist guides every step, bringing your idea to life while preserving the details that make your place matter.
See what the extra care makes possible
Choose a landscape to compare.Look closely at the ridgelines.
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The broader landscape, resolved.
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Color across the landscape.
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A closer look makes the difference clear.
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The same landscape. More to discover.
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From landscape reference to colored terrain.
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Satellite referenceColor reference
The landscape as a reference.
The source view shows the natural mix of rock, vegetation, and developed land.
Terrastratas colorMODELED BY AN ARTIST
Interpreted through our own process.
Our proprietary coloring translates the landscape into a model with its own material palette.
Colored 3D viewMODELED BY AN ARTIST
Color and terrain, working together.
See how the color follows the form of the finished model design.
The landscape beneath your route matters.
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A course with a sense of place.
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Your route, brought into focus.
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Free online generatorLower resolution
Broad color and a thin route line.
A green land surface, blue water, and red course line define this sample.
TerrastratasMODELED BY AN ARTIST
A personal course in a detailed landscape.
Our coloring gives the land its character, with a contrasting route that is easy to follow.
The course, seen in three dimensions.
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Free online generatorLower resolution
A route that dominates the terrain.
The tall red course stands above the broad green surface in this sample.
TerrastratasMODELED BY AN ARTIST
A route balanced with the landscape.
A raised, contrasting course follows the terrain while the surrounding detail stays visible.
The miles, made tangible.
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Model renders are used for comparison; views and framing vary. The finished running model is a real photograph. The satellite view is a color reference.
Start with the source.
We access high-resolution elevation datasets directly, choosing the best available detail for your landscape.
Shape it around your idea.
In GIS, we edit the terrain and add layers, from your route to the features you want to highlight. The data becomes custom to your project.
An artist brings it to life.
An artist takes that custom data into 3D modeling software, refining the form, color, and details with you before it becomes a model you can hold.
Free mockup · No pressure
Get a Free Custom Map Mockup
Use our free map tool to pick any location of your choice. We’ll create a custom model and email you preview photos. No cost, no pressure, just a chance to see what’s possible!
Try the Map Tool – It’s FreeA few of the teams we’ve worked with
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Museums & science
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Surveying & mapping
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Architecture
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Local government
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Earthwork
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Construction
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Home inspections
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Earth science
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Retail & hospitality
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Vineyard & winery
Our Process
01 Select Your Location
Use our custom map tool to choose your location and add any relevant details. The more information you provide, the better we can bring your model to life.
02 Preview & Refine Your Design
We’ll send you a high resolution preview of your model to fine-tune details before we bring it to life.
03 Your Model, Ready to Display
Your 3D map is carefully packaged and shipped, ready to be displayed as a unique piece of art.
What Our Customers Are Saying
★★★★★
Elliot did an amazing job! He was super easy to work with, sent me multiple renderings before finalizing the order...
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Elliot was very responsive and accommodating. Extremely pleased with my order!
★★★★★
I placed an order for a custom location, and Elliot was extremely helpful! The map arrived quickly and was exactly what I wanted...
Shop From Our Pre-Made Designs
Explore our collection of existing map designs, ready for you to make your own.
View all designs
Sandia Mountains
Taos
Ready to Bring Your Favorite Place to Life?
Create your one-of-a-kind 3D topographical map of any location. Crafted with precision, made for you.
Request a free mockupOr say hello at info@terrastratas.com
Can I choose my own location?
Yes. Use the map tool to select the area you have in mind. For a larger or specialized project, send an inquiry and we’ll work through the details with you.
Will I see it before it’s printed?
Yes. We’ll email your mockup for approval before printing, so you can review the terrain and any personal details.
Can I add a trail, heart or engraving?
Add your chosen details in the map builder, or tell us what you have in mind in an inquiry. We’ll work them into your design and preview.
Do you take larger or commercial projects?
We create models for properties, planning, museums and larger installations. Tell us the area, intended use and size, and we’ll put together a custom approach and quote.