My good friend and fellow VLUGer Dave Kaleta recently completed an architectural piece commissioned by the University of Chicago to celebrate their new Gordon Parks Art Hall. Turns out the George Lucas Family Foundation was a main contributor to this vast facility. The director of the University Laboratory Schools then recruited Dave, who's also an alum, to build this model as a gift to George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson. Yeah, you read that right. Congrats, Dave!
From color palettes to clever part choices, building LEGO Pokémon at minifig scale takes skill and a sharp eye for detail. We chat with Radioactive Cheese about how he brings his Pokédex to life.
Bio-Cup 2026 is underway, and Round 1 challenged builders to bring Magic & Mysticism to life. From enchanted castles to eerie mechanical creatures, these are some of the builds that stood out to us. With a new format and Round 2 now open, there’s still time to join the competition!
Did you know that there are photos of entire LEGO themes that never were released as products? Join us as we take a deep dive into these lost themes from space to European architecture and beyond!
How do you connect a tiny Danish town to the rest of the world? If you're The LEGO Group, you build an airport. Discover how the humble Billund airstrip took off, becoming an international gateway for LEGO fans everywhere.
Many people recognize La Catrina, but far fewer know her story. LEGO builder Dulce Gomez shares the history behind one of Mexico’s most enduring cultural symbols and why it means so much to her.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight brings together 80 years of comics, films, and LEGO history into one cohesive story. But does it live up to its ambitious name? Discover why the game feels like both a celebration of the Caped Crusader and a personal trip back to childhood.
Why do some LEGO builds immediately grab your attention? This month’s Conversation Piece from the Builder Improvement Initiative explores the composition techniques that help viewers notice—and remember—your creations.
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