All LEGO sets go through a rigorous design process, but what exactly does that entail? LEGO Designer Mark Stafford reveals the magical — and surprisingly dark — world of LEGO designers' sketch models while speaking about 76304 Batman Forever Batmobile, a set that required a heavy bit of sketching to reach the final product.
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LEGO Jurassic World BEFORE LEGO Jurassic World – mutant dinos and lost islands
Jurassic World Rebirth is entertaining chaos hungry dinosaur enthusiasts in cinemas around the world, so Graham and Daniel are looking back at LEGO Jurassic World… before LEGO Jurassic World. LEGO Jurassic World launch a decade ago in 2015, but the…
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Which helmets would make for great new LEGO Star Wars sets?
This year, several new LEGO Star Wars helmets were released, including Kylo Ren, Jango Fett, and AT-AT Driver. Future possibilities include a Praetorian Guard, First Order Stormtrooper, Death Trooper, and versions from the Bad Batch. Fans are encouraged to suggest more helmets and speculate on what would make for awesome new LEGO sets.
F1 action at the LEGO Group’s British Grand Prix watch party
Find out what is going on at the free watch party for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Battersea Power Station, hosted by the LEGO Group. Attendees can enjoy live race footage on a giant screen, engage in various activities, and see a drivable McLaren replica. The event includes opportunities to earn stamps and builds a make and take set.
Discussing upcoming LEGO Ideas sets – X-Files, Godzilla, Tintin, Wallace & Gromit
Graham E. Hancock and Daniel Konstanski discuss upcoming LEGO Ideas sets featuring The X-Files, Godzilla, Tintin, and Wallace & Gromit. Created by fans and adapted by professional designers, these sets are expected to launch in 2026. They share their opinions and hopes for each design.
Dinosaur expedition training ready for Jurassic World Rebirth
Blocks participated in training for a dinosaur expedition at the Barbican Conservatory, coinciding with the release of Jurassic World Rebirth. The experience involved learning essential skills, including DNA extraction from dinosaur eggs. The film and LEGO sets inspired by it are currently available, with reviews in the LEGO magazine's latest issue.
A chat about weird and experimental LEGO sets
Graham E. Hancock and Daniel Konstanski discuss their favorite unconventional LEGO sets, including the new LEGO Icons book nooks. They reflect on unique themes like BrickHeadz and Racers, highlighting the importance of experimentation within the LEGO Group. Their conversation emphasizes how these sets diverge from traditional minifigure formats, catering to adult fans.
Talking about illegal LEGO techniques – what and why?
Can you be arrested for using your bricks wrong? This discussion around illegal LEGO techniques reveals misconceptions about their significance and use. Expert Daniel Konstanski clarifies that these techniques are not recommended by the LEGO Group. Restrictions apply to set design and illegal techniques are classified in such a way so they don't impact the user experience. Fortunately, fans can build freely with no legal consequences.
Symbols of friendship in LEGO 10375 How To Train Your Dragon: Toothless
Model Designer Jae Won Lee balanced aesthetics with functionality for the design of LEGO Icons 10375 How to Train Your Dragon, incorporating bond symbols like the saddle and accessories such as a fish. The focus on Toothless highlights the emotional core of Hiccup and Toothless’s relationship.
Recreating an animated icon in LEGO 10375 How To Train Your Dragon: Toothless
As dragons swoop back onto the big screen with the live-action adaptation of DreamWorks How To Train Your Dragon, Blocks explores the development behind LEGO Icons 10375 How To Train Your Dragon: Toothless with Model Designer Jae Won Lee. When…
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