I not only love building, but also collecting WWI models, so space is most definitely an issue. I build almost exclusively 1/48 scale, but I have built a WNW Sopwith Triplane and I have a WNW HB W.12 on the bench. I have a stash of around 300 1/48 scale WWI kits and 22 WNW kits, all of which I intend to build (yes, I plan on living to 120). My 3 Ikea display cases are nearly full, so I'm in the process of modifying them to double their capacity. For me, having these cases full of these visually appealing wood and fabric aviation pioneers is a treat. I get a lot of satisfaction looking at the models I've built. It's sort of like having a miniature museum at my disposal. I can't imagine spending a year or more and hundreds of dollars detailing a huge model only to wreck it (which I'm sure I would). It would break my heart. So, I steer clear of RC modeling, although I truly love seeing other people's models and watching them fly and I look forward to seeing yours. That radial engine is spectacular, by the way.
Cheers,
Bud