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Handmade wooden frames with 3D printed city models

Personalized Handmade Gifts from Romania

Unique Handmade 3D City Map Gifts

Custom 3D city map frames — the perfect personalized gift for weddings, anniversaries & housewarmings. Mark the place where your story began.

Urban photography in artisanal frame

Handmade 3D City Map Frames Precision Crafted Gifts

Every 3D city map gift is printed with cutting-edge technology using premium materials, ensuring stunning detail and lasting quality. Unique handcrafted gifts made in Romania.

Inside the studio

How one proposal gift became Urban Frames

A precise beginning

The studio started with one custom Oslo relief designed to preserve the exact place where a proposal changed everything.

Urban Frames began in Bucharest when founder Aurelian set out to make a gift that felt more personal than anything available on the market. Instead of choosing a generic object, he used LiDAR data, topography, and reference imagery to turn a real location into a lasting 3D relief.

That first piece shaped the studio's approach: meaningful places, real geography, hand-finished production, and objects that feel intimate enough to keep for years. Today, the same philosophy guides every city frame we make.

Founded
2023, from a one-off gift made in Bucharest
Built From
LiDAR data, topography, and reference imagery
Made For
Couples, travelers, and people tied to a place that matters

A precise beginning

The first Urban Frames Oslo proposal relief beside an empty black shadow box frame and hand tools on a grey wall
The first Oslo piece that defined the studio's direction: precise, personal, and grounded in a real place.

How to Personalize Your 3D City Map Gift

Four simple steps to create your unique handmade city map gift.

  • Choose your city

    Pick your favorite city and the neighborhoods you want to see in your 3D model.

  • Select your size

    Choose the perfect size for your space - compact, detailed, or statement.

  • Choose your finish

    Select frame colors that complement your interior style.

  • Add personal touches

    Optional: Add markers for your special spots in the city.

Need help deciding?

We'll help you find the perfect combination for your space.

The Perfect Gift for Every Occasion

Our handcrafted 3D city map frames make meaningful, personalized gifts for life's biggest moments

Wedding Gift

Mark the city where you first met or said "I do" — a unique handmade gift for the couple.

Personalized wedding gift

Anniversary Gift

Celebrate your story with a 3D city map of the place that means the most to you both.

Custom anniversary gift

Graduation Gift

Capture the college city where they grew and made memories that last a lifetime.

Personalized graduation gift

Christmas Gift

A one-of-a-kind handmade gift under the tree — meaningful, unique, and made with love.

Unique Christmas gift

Corporate Gift

Impress clients and partners with a premium handcrafted city relief — memorable and personal.

Personalized corporate gift

What Customers Say About Their City Map Gifts

Reviews from customers who gave personalized 3D city map gifts

"I bought this as a unique wedding gift and it exceeded all expectations. The couple was moved to tears when they saw their favorite city map in 3D!"
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Emma Johnson
New York, USA
"A true work of art! The attention to detail is remarkable. It brings back so many memories."
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Sophie Dubois
Paris, France
"The perfect housewarming gift for anyone who loves their city. This handcrafted 3D frame is museum-grade quality."
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James Anderson
Edinburgh, Scotland
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Shipping is 50 RON, free on orders over 1000 RON

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What Is a 3D City Relief Frame?

A 3D city relief frame is a handcrafted wall art piece that reproduces the real street layout, parks, and topography of a specific city as a raised three-dimensional surface. Each piece is produced using LiDAR elevation data and high-resolution cartography, then 3D-printed from biodegradable PLA and mounted in a premium wooden frame.

Unlike flat prints or generic maps, a city relief captures actual building footprints, river contours, and terrain variation at a scale you can see and touch. Urban Frames offers three sizes — Compact (11 x 11 cm), Detailed (23 x 23 cm), and Collector (50 x 50 cm) — each available in black, white, or natural wood finishes. Every frame is made to order in our Bucharest studio, making it a personal, meaningful gift for weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings, or anyone with a deep connection to a particular place.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does shipping take?
Because each Urban Frames relief is 3D-printed from biodegradable PLA to precisely fit the selected solid wood frame, delivery typically takes up to 10 business days from order confirmation. This includes production, hand-finishing, framing, premium gift packaging, and shipping. After dispatch, you receive a confirmation email with a tracking number. We ship worldwide from our Bucharest atelier — standard shipping costs 50 RON within Romania and the EU. Orders over 1,000 RON within the EU qualify for free shipping. Contact us before ordering if you need a firm delivery date for a special occasion.
Do you offer custom city reliefs?
Yes, Urban Frames specialises in custom 3D city relief sculptures and can create a piece for any city in the world. Our Bucharest studio, founded in 2023, uses high-resolution cartographic data to faithfully render streets, parks, and urban structure. You can order from our existing collection of six cities or contact us for a custom design. Reliefs are available in three sizes: 11×11 cm (Compact) in a 13.5×13.5 cm frame, 23×23 cm (Detailed) in a 25.2×25.2 cm frame, and 50×50 cm (Collector's Edition) in a 52×52 cm frame. Custom orders are discussed individually and production time may vary slightly.
What materials do you use?
Our city reliefs are 3D-printed from high-quality biodegradable PLA (polylactic acid), a plant-derived material sourced primarily from cornstarch or sugarcane — durable, safe, and environmentally friendly. The PLA we use offers exceptional print detail, making it possible to faithfully render the urban structure of each city down to individual streets and buildings. The frame is crafted from premium wood available in three finishes: natural, white, and black. The combination of 3D-printed relief and wood frame creates a refined aesthetic suitable for modern homes and office spaces. Each product page specifies exact dimensions and available finishes.
Can I return or exchange my order?
We offer a 30-day return policy for unused items returned in their original condition and packaging. If for any reason you are not satisfied, contact us within 30 days of delivery to initiate the return process. Refunds are processed after we receive and inspect the product. Custom orders — reliefs made for a specific city or configuration at the customer's request — are not eligible for return unless there is a manufacturing defect or an error on our part. If a product arrives damaged or different from your order, we will replace or fully refund it regardless of whether it is standard or custom.
How do I care for my city relief sculpture?
Your 3D city relief requires minimal care and no special treatments. The most important thing is to keep it away from prolonged direct sunlight, as extended UV exposure can affect the colour of the PLA material over time. Avoid extreme temperatures and high humidity, especially for the wooden frame. For cleaning, use a soft brush to gently remove dust from the fine grooves of the relief — a brush reaches between streets and buildings where a cloth cannot. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. The premium wood frame benefits from occasional application of furniture polish to maintain its finish and protect the wood.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, Urban Frames ships worldwide. Because every piece is made to order and 3D-printed to fit its selected frame, standard delivery is typically completed within 10 business days. Shipping costs are calculated automatically at checkout based on your destination. After dispatch, we send a tracking number by email so you can follow your order. We package every relief in protective gift-ready packaging to ensure it arrives safely regardless of distance. If you have questions about a specific destination or need an expedited delivery estimate, contact us before placing your order.

Personalize Your Gift with a Special Location

Tell us the city, finish, size, and the exact spot you want to highlight — the perfect personalized gift for weddings, anniversaries, or any special memory. Digital previews within 24 hours.

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