Today’s guest article comes from Koen Van Der Hoeven, who is a data and LEGO architecture fan located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. You can find more of his writing on Brick Architect. What is Architecture? As you read this article, you may at times find yourself asking the following question, “What is Architecture?” IMage via FreePIk Architecture is a bit of everything. Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings, structures, and spaces that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes.   Architecture shapes the physical environment in which people live, work, and interact, blending creativity with practicality to create spaces that are not only functional but often visually compelling. Beyond surface level, architecture reflects societal values, technological advancements, and historical evolution, making it a dynamic discipline that bridges engineering, art, and human experience.  IMage via FreePik In a way, architecture represents the building blocks...

A new LEGO Animal Crossing recruitment bag has been recently revealed with Tom Nook and Flying Present (30731). Releasing at various retailers, it features Tom Nook chasing the treasure-filled balloons. Note that the Tom Nook minifigure is the same one as in Nook’s Cranny & Rosie’s House (77050). You should be able to find it at various retailers that carry polybags/recruitment bags. The post LEGO Animal Crossing Tom Nook and Flying Present (30731) Revealed appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Amazon currently has a limited time deal going on for the LEGO Animal Crossing Nook’s Cranny & Rosie’s House (77050) for 30% off. The 535 piece set is still listed to be retiring soon and is sold out on the LEGO Shop so this is probably your last chance to get it at a decent price. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The post LEGO Animal Crossing Nook’s Cranny & Rosie’s House (77050) Amazon Limited Time Deal – February 2026 appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

One of the more fun and reasonably priced sets in 2025 was the LEGO Disney Pixar Luxo Jr. (21357) and it is currently on sale at Amazon. It has been discounted by 14% which saves you $10 on it and it a little bit better price for the 613 piece set. The current trends on it is that it’ll stay at this discounted price until something triggers the 20% discount which could happen later this year as Amazon tries to get rid of inventory. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The post LEGO Disney Pixar Luxo Jr. (21357) Amazon Deal – February 2026 appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Andrea Lattanzio knows a thing or two about building cozy scenes for minifigs to live their best lives – after all, his A-Frame Cabin remains one of the most charming sets to come from the Ideas program. For his latest creation, Andrea draws on another master of coziness – Miyazaki – specifically, the film Porco Rosso. Andrea recreates Porco’s beach hideout in LEGO with a painterly eye for detail. Of course, the Savoia S.21 seaplane is here, as well as a campsite filled with details from the film. Most impressive is the limestone cove and crystal clear water, inspired by the Croatian coastline. We’ve seen many stunning takes on the Savoia S.21 in LEGO over the years, most recently this version from Eero Okkonen, and it’s always great to see another expert builder take it on. Andrea digs deep into the parts archive for elements to incorporate, such as a Fabuland...