UPDATE as of 29/04/2024
Thanks everyone for the rush of orders. I have just over a month left at the current workshop site, moving out on the 13th June. As such I have to stop selling anything not in stock. If I get through the orders and have time and materials, I will make some more terrain for you. If / when this happens will be communicated via the email list, you can sign up if you want to be notified. I appreciate all the kind messages and your business over these past 5 years, It's been fun.
Ryan
P.s - I'm finishing a commission today and I'll be back to answering any emails and messages soon!
P.s.s
Likely this isn't the very end, but I would like some more time to learn new skills and spend time with family and friends. I will have a look at outsourcing manufacturing.
keep reading for more info.
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Hello dear reader!
The TL;DR -
- I need to move workshop by the end of May (13th June now after a chat)
- Brutal Cities might be closing
- Now might be your last chance to order from me
If you want the guaranteed best quality product, get the kits you’ve wanted for a while.
So, some news!
I’ve just have been notified by the business I share my workshop with that due to their recent growth, I gotta go. It’s been a great time sharing the space with them! Look up Natura Sauna if you’re in the greater Sydney area and want a sauna!
I will look for options and places to lease,
However there is a chance that it’s time to end things. I will be thinking it over while I get the current batch of sale orders out.
If you want any kits produced by me personally, on the amazingly precise Trotec S100, now is the time to order. If you have just ordered, and want to combine, let me know and I can hold off posting.
You can use code
STAYBRUTAL
For 10% off the first 30 orders over $50 AUD
Just note that I’m low on stock for a lot of items so please expect a wait- I will need to work efficiently so I have time to plan the next moves etc.
I will make orders in batches, so for instance, if you order an item and I have to make more, I will make ALL the items for everyone's orders before I ship your order.
If you are not sure about a product or our products in general, just check our glowing customer reviews on the website (Thanks so much to everyone who has left one, it really helps Brutal Cities a lot!)
Will you close Brutal Cities?
I have been thinking for a while now that it would be nice to work in a team again - I’m an extrovert and it does get a bit lonely working alone.
I am not 100% sure, but I wouldn’t mind time for a holiday and to get games and socialize more than I’ve been able to do haha. Back to architecture perhaps? I’ve established a brand, and I have many more unrealised terrain ideas.
If I find an affordable workshop place that’s suitable, I may just move everything and carry on. 60/40 chance that Brutal Cities won’t make MDF terrain anymore.
Which products won’t be available soon?
I have enough dark material to make about 30 more transformer towers / Brutalist Civic Centres. I’m low on MDF - actually just ordered another batch of 800 sheets, but I won’t order anymore.
When will new orders be closed?
I will have to close orders once I reach capacity. It probably won’t take long to reach capacity, as I will need to also ship and then sell or pack up all the other equipment, stock, shelving etc. I will probably close new orders if there is enough demand NEXT WEEK
Will you license or sell designs to be made elsewhere?
Maybe, I don’t know. And if I do, it will be a process and will take a while to negotiate etc. The only certainty is that if you order as soon as possible, you will get the terrain you’ve been dreaming of 😀
If I order now, when will I get my order?
MDF laser cut terrain making is a semi-industrial process - it’s more labour intensive than you’d think and made to stock, in small batches. I will first finish all outstanding orders - Please do not email me with questions about order time as it will only slow me down from making it ;) You will get emails when it’s shipped. I also have a backlog from recent sales, and a design commission to finish.
To all my great customers and friends and terrain-enjoyers - thanks again for the support and chats over the years. I hope I’ve given you some entertainment and value from my posts and terrain. Do check out the website if you haven’t before or if you want to pick up some more terrain while you still can.
I will keep you updated on what happens from here.
Kind regards,
Ryan
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