The same bricks have sailed under many names in Alexander Zarkowski’s LEGO shipyard. We talk cruise ships, building at scale and how it feels to take apart a massive build after only a few weeks.
Read MoreSpace MOCs usually have a very defined look and feel, but what can you do if you image LEGO space as a near-future colony on a colorful alien planet instead? Kimberly Giffen takes us on a tour of her take on LEGO Space.
Read MoreSometimes the best LEGO projects solve problems nobody actually has. Follow the design of the Kong-o-Matic 2000, a motorized machine that plays LEGO Donkey Kong so you don’t have to!
Read MoreBen Arkley's LEGO Ent is packed with twisted branches, clever part usage, and enough hidden details to reward a closer look. We caught up with Ben to learn how a simple experiment grew into one of his most ambitious builds yet.
Read MoreFollow a golden-visored space traveler through four mind-bending LEGO illusions by Shiutoku, where flat tiles come to life with nothing but a little perspective.
Read MoreWe celebrate spring by featuring a spectacular floral build by Jiwoo Seon, an artist (and now LEGO designer) from South Korea. Come with us as Jiwoo takes us on a journey through her imagination, on a path toward self-discovery and freedom.
Read MoreAt first glance, you might want to cook in this kitchen… until you realize it’s made entirely of LEGO. We talk to builder Victor van den Berg about capturing realism, the art of everyday design, and creating a space that feels like home.
Read MoreToday we get seriously nerdy with Cole Blaq’s LEGO interpretations of metaphysics. So if you want to learn how cats, inflatable cows, and the great beyond all relate to LEGO, this is the article for you!
Read MoreLEGO rockwork in a MOC can stand out or blend in with so many ways to build them. Here are some LEGO rockwork techniques from around the AFOL community, but be warned, things are going to get a little rocky!
Read MoreNot all cars are made equal. Take a look at this beautifully sculpted Ferrari and find out what went into creating it – a study in Modulex that will surely impress!
Read MoreWhat began as a simple seasonal build has grown into an annual family tradition. Join us as we step into Jojo and Manu’s winter landscape, inspired by Sámi culture and shaped through forced perspective.
Read MoreWhat started as a simple CMF experiment turned into a months-long digital LEGO build inspired by Across the Spider-Verse. Thorsten Bonsch (aka xenomurphy) walks us through the creative detour that brought him back to building.
Read MoreDo you ever look at an old MOC, and think how you can improve it? BrickNerd’s own Miro Dudas walks us through his process of refinement. Read on to find out!
Read MoreTo celebrate the film Wicked, builder Juan Rodriguez Lopez unveils his most complex castle yet with 33 unique towers in shimmering green and gold. From every angle, this LEGO Emerald City captures the wonder of Oz.
Read MoreThis LEGO locomotive is loaded with details and ready to rumble! Get a look up close and even behind the scenes as builder Pieter Post his building process with us.
Read MoreLighting can be tricky when it comes to forced perspective and LEGO. See how Josh Parkinson made the horizon shine in his finished North Pole scene.
Read MoreHow do you create a LEGO MOC with forced perspective? Josh Parkinson shares with us his experiments to build the perfect North Pole scene.
Read MoreThe removal of a single word from a well-known vehicular character’s name creates some interesting LEGO mashup material! Make way for Thomas the Tank!
Read MoreJapanese giant robots look totally awesome but are notoriously difficult to build out of LEGO because of all of the angles articulation points. We chat with Ransom Fern about how he created his latest Gundam, Barbatos: the Devil of Tekkadan.
Read MoreTwo basketball fans talk nerdy about the making of this awesomely detailed LEGO model of Duke’s Cameron Indoor Stadium.
Read MoreThere are many acronyms, terms and phrases used to describe various LEGO things within the world of AFOLs. But what about all the made-up words we use every day that don’t make it into a standard glossary? Welcome to the AFOL Slang Dictionary.
No bones about it, BrickNerd fans, we’ve got some interesting connections for you today. Will explores the old LEGO skeleton, digs up several curiosities, and resurrects Belville to tickle your funny bone!
Welcome back to some spooky BrickNerd Quick Builds! We have two treats for you today. The theme for our LEGO instructions is Halloween with witches, spiders, crows and a grave!
Did you know there is a LEGO convention held inside a world-renowned glass museum? Let’s step through the looking-glass together and learn what BrickNerd contributors Ted Andes and Daniel Zimmerman found at Empire Brick Con.
Galidor. A retired theme with a cult following, nearly universally hated by all. Just look at it. What part of this makes you think “LEGO?” Today we’ll take a look at the horrors of Galidor.
Shrek’s fairy-tale cast has arrived in LEGO minifigure form, but does everyone get a happily ever after? We take a close look at the movie references, a few puzzling design choices, and some useful parts for Castle builders.
What are the best ways to score cheap LEGO? If you’re willing to go to some effort, hidden LEGO pops up all over the place. In today’s guest article, Molly Patton shares her stories and tips at finding low-priced LEGO.
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In the latest installment of our LEGO SNOT series, we explore how thinking in 2×2×2 cubes takes the guesswork out of sideways building. See how a few simple SNOT cubes can help you line up studs in any direction.