Ponticulus Design

Ponticulus Design

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Ponticulus Design is a product design and start up company based in Cambridge, UK.

We designed The Mathematical Bridge Model kit in 2016 and have been selling it ever since in and around Cambridge City centre. Ponticulus Design is the creator of The Mathematical Bridge model kit, a high end tourist souvenir and engineering model kit sold in and around Cambridge City. The model of the Mathematical Bridge took around 2 years to design for production. It contains 81 pieces fixed to

Painting Realistic Wood: Undercoat, Layers & Washes | Mathematical Bridge Series #3 14/02/2026

THE PAINTING BEGINS! 🎨

Part 3 of the Mathematical Bridge series is live now — and this is where the plastic really starts to transform.

In this episode, I'm walking you through:
🟫 Priming the right way
🟫 Building up realistic wood layers
🟫 Using washes to create instant depth and shadow

If you've ever struggled to make plastic look like real wood, this one's for you.

Watch the video here:
➡️ https://tinyurl.com/PDFBE3

Want to paint along?
Grab your kit and follow step-by-step:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/PDFBEIII

Drop a comment on the video and let me know — what's the trickiest part of painting for you? 👇

Painting Realistic Wood: Undercoat, Layers & Washes | Mathematical Bridge Series #3 🎨 PART 3 IS HERE: Where the magic happens! Welcome to the most crucial stage of our Mathematical Bridge build—laying the foundation for that perfect wooden ...

Prepping to Build Your Model Kit | Mathematical Bridge Series #2 (Tools & Workspace) 04/02/2026

IT'S LIVE! The "Prep" step you won't want to skip. ✅

Just published Part 2 of the Mathematical Bridge series! This one is all about setting up for success before we touch the plastic.

In this video, I walk you through:
🛠️ The essential & optional tools you'll need
💡 How to create the perfect, frustration-free workspace
📦 A first look inside the kit & understanding the instructions

Watch now and get your space ready to build along:
➡️ https://tinyurl.com/FBplyYT

Got your kit yet? Prep alongside me!
🔗 Grab it here: https://tinyurl.com/FBE2PD

Comment on the video and let me know: What's the most important tool in your modeling space?

Prepping to Build Your Model Kit | Mathematical Bridge Series #2 (Tools & Workspace) ✨ Welcome to Part 2 of the "Mastering the Mathematical Bridge" series! ✨Before we touch a single part, proper preparation is the secret to an enjoyable, stre...

Painting Plastic to Look Like Real Wood | Mathematical Bridge Model Series #1 28/01/2026

🎉 NEW SERIES LAUNCH! 🎉

Ever wondered how to make plastic look EXACTLY like real, weathered wood?

I’m starting something special today: a complete step-by-step series where I’ll build and paint the iconic Mathematical Bridge of Cambridge — and you can follow along with the same kit! 😍

👉 In the first video, I’ll reveal the full transformation and show what’s inside the new model kit.

Want to build yours alongside me?
The kit is available now — perfect for beginners and experienced builders alike. Link in the comments! 👇

Let me know below:
What part of model painting do you find the most challenging? ⬇️



Painting Plastic to Look Like Real Wood | Mathematical Bridge Model Series #1 ✨ Welcome to the “Mastering the Mathematical Bridge” Series! ✨This is Part 1: Introduction & Kit Reveal, where I’ll show you the stunning realistic wooden ef...

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