Making the Da Vinci model

Making the model is very interesting for me. It allows me to utilise the skills I have learnt in 3DS Max.

Some parts of the creation was a little confusing for me as I had to think about what I have to start with to get the shape I need, e.g. a NGon shape to create the main base rather than a prism of some kind.

I also had trouble with choosing the right kind of line to create the tension strings which conterweights the bridge.
I managed to use the Boolean tool to create the hole through the bridge. I used the Loft tool to create a thicker tension string and the Array tool to recreate the steps.

The screenshot shows the machine before I have introduced material