We’re in pretty much unprecedented territory for LEGO Ideas as we’re now at 90 projects that have qualified for the Second 2025 Review Stage. At this point, there’s no question that 100 qualified projects is well within possibility and I’m going to venture a guess that we might even reach as high as 120. The qualifying period ends at the end of August so there’s plenty of time for projects to gather votes. Gorillaz – Plastic Beach – JaoGosma Jumanji – TangTaizong McDonald’s No. 1 Store Museum – Denskiy The post LEGO Ideas July 17 Update – 90 Projects in Review (So Far) appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Today’s guest article comes from Evan Crouch, an AFOL out of Colorado, a historical MOC builder, contributor to Brethren of the Brick Seas and the Builder Improvement Initiative, and founder of Rocky Mountain Minifigs. You can find his work on Instagram. What Is DUPLO? Have you ever wondered how you can possibly create a large mountain or landscape using your limited brick collection? Among other interesting methods, one great technique for building big is to integrate DUPLO into your LEGO builds. DUPLO is a line of large building bricks introduced by LEGO in 1969. A 2x4 DUPLO brick is twice as large as a LEGO system brick, meaning it is twice as long, twice as wide, and twice as tall. In practice, this means a single DUPLO brick can fill the space of eight LEGO System bricks! Interestingly, LEGO also briefly produced a line of extra-large bricks called QUATRO, which are...

Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Poseidon’s Cabin by TrevorTheJ is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The 3,126 piece build features a recreation of Poseidon’s cabin that opens up to reveal some more details including Annabeth’s Hat, Riptide, and the Minotaur’s horn. The post LEGO Ideas Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Poseidon’s Cabin Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Bio-Cup 2025 is entering the final phase: from 64 builders down to the final four! Today we’ll take a peek at the Round 2 finalists and prepare for the final round just around the corner! The round 2 theme was WELCOME TO THE SHUFFLE, based off the classic suits from a deck of cards. DIAMONDS: ALL INcarnate I really like the motion Panuvara portrays here! Here at BrickNerd, we enjoy a good cheese mosaic, and there’s a little one in the hat that matches a bow tie using the kilt from the series 7 Bagpiper. Ever seen Fabuland roof support epaulets? Neither have I. Even the horse has some neat NPU, its front right leg uses a giant arm and an Adventurers Jun-Chi arm! On the base, we got a few masks and Krana nestled around some tan Hero Factory chest armor pieces. Lots of Bionicle elements and masks have holes,...

LEGO has officially revealed the next LEGO Ideas set to the ever-growing theme, the Italian Riviera (21359). Releasing on August 7, the set has 3,215 pieces and will retail for $299.99. When you purchase the set from August 7-13, you get also get the Mediterranean Scene, while supplies last. In addition, the LEGO Rewards Center will have an exclusive A5 dotted notebook (5009872) for 1,750 Insiders points. The LEGO Group Unveils New LEGO® Ideas Italian Riviera Architecture Set 17th July 2025: Today, the LEGO Group announces the launch of the LEGO® Ideas Italian Riviera set (21359), a stunning architectural model kit designed for adults. This set invites builders to embark on a captivating journey to the picturesque Ligurian coast, allowing fans to recreate the charm of a quaint fishing village nestled by the Mediterranean Sea. Featuring 3,251 pieces, this detailed set showcases three beautifully crafted buildings, complete with removable roofs and...