The LEGO House exclusive I Love Billund set packs an entire town into one remarkably thoughtful microscale set. Join us on a walk down the Playline through LEGO’s hometown as we explore the landmarks, history, and hidden references built into this charming tribute to Billund.
Read MoreTake a look at the semi-official “bootleg” LEGO sets designed locally at various LEGOLAND parks and learn how one of them forever changed how LEGO produces models.
Read MoreNo chaos, no rare exclusives—just great panels, creative builds, and a community gathering point. Here’s what LEGO brought to San Diego Comic-Con 2025.
Read MoreSan Diego Comic-Con 2024 has come and gone, but what were the best and worst parts of LEGO’s presence at the fan event? There’s a lot to celebrate with their new community-centric approach to the event.
Read MoreLEGO’s product catalog is saturated with promotional tie-ins and intellectual property (IP) sets. So how did we get from McDonald’s Happy Meal toys to today’s movie tie-in sets and Comic-Con exclusives? From collecting cereal box tops to partnering with Discovery Channel, there’s a lot to sort through.
Read MoreLEGO has a rich corporate history, especially when it comes to its three primary building systems. Join BrickNerd as we look at a sampling of the many sets with historical references, some of them very tiny!
Read MoreDid you know that LEGO gives an exclusive set to its employees every year for the holidays? Join us as we take a festive look at the history of these rare sets and how they have changed over time.
Read MoreLEGO House is “The Home of the Brick” in Billund Denmark, and today, BrickNerd looks into the history of LEGO House exclusive sets.
Read MoreThe LEGO House launched a gigantic Captain Red Beard as its new exclusive 40504 Minifigure Tribute set available only in Billund, Denmark. But when has LEGO gone big and made upscaled brick-built minifigures before?
Read MoreTo make a big impact sometimes you have to build small. Today we look at the mini-builds of the recent Tribute to LEGO House Gift with Purchase set, compare them to the originals, and explore the ways LEGO has miniaturized sets in the past.
Read MoreA BrickNerd exclusive interview and MOC reveal with Firas Abu-Jaber and his all-new Toyota Supra! Well, technically we just interviewed him, not the car…
Read MoreWe spoke with several Autistic AFOLs who shared their experiences with LEGO regarding coping, community, collecting and catharsis. And we found that Autism can be both a challenge and a superpower when it comes to LEGO.
What do you do when a LEGO Pokémon set doesn’t quite hit the mark? Take it apart and create an alternate build using only the pieces from the original set! But how do you level up a character as recognizable as Pikachu?
What happens when a LEGO builder who knows almost nothing about Pokémon takes on the entire Smart Play wave? We explore the colorful and curvy sets and then remix them into crazy creations far beyond the Pokédex.
Who was Susan Williams and why was her impact on people’s perception of LEGO so significant? Join BrickNerd as we piece together the illustrious career of this mysterious LEGO employee.
Have you ever wondered what the LEGO community was like in the 2000s? Today's guest writer and veteran builder, Nannan Zhang, shares his thoughts on building and sharing MOCs online for the past 20 years.
The blue Classic Space astronaut has come a long way from the 1980s. Richard Dryden explores LEGO’s new upscaled version and reflects on the Classic Space sets and memories that started his LEGO journey.
Build smarter, sturdier LEGO spaceships this SHIPtember with engineering tips for strong frames and precise polygons. This guide explores the geometry and design principles behind rigid, swooshable SHIP frames that won't sag.
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