While we were in Portugal for Paredes de Coura Fan Weekend we had the distinct pleasure of rooming with the group from LEGO. One of those people was LEGO designer Tiago Catarino, and we learned that his first set was newly on the market. Well, needless to say we nabbed one for him to sign, and another to build. Join us tomorrow at 8pm PST while we build it live!     Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

The LEGO Inside Tour has been completed and Brickset has revealed the exclusive set that was given away to attendees. It is called the LEGO House Tree of Creativity (4000024) designed by Stig Steen Andersen and it consists of 1,008 pieces. The Tree of Creativity is a replica of the large scale tree that you can see inside the LEGO House and it features builds from various LEGO themes. The post LEGO Inside Tour 2017 Exclusive Set Revealed appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Every once in a while a MOC comes along that is so colossal, so epic, that it's hard to wrap your head around. The Queen Aurora by builder messerneogeo is just such a MOC. When pictures of this started popping up on Flickr I found myself saying "what is this? Is it really that big?" Well, it it might be digital, but that doesn't diminish the truly staggering scale of this and the amount of work that has gone into no only the build, but the presentation. Click through for many more pics, and be prepared to be astonished. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

The Wonders of Peru by cdwboy1979 is the latest project 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The project displays some of Peru’s landscapes and ecosystems as well as gastronomy, culture, and race. The whole set is built as a portable box and opens up to show all the details inside. It now joins the Gilmore Girls – Luke’s Diner as the projects to reach the Second 2017 Review Stage. LEGO is still working on the results for the Third 2016 Review Stage so that should be announced whenever they’re ready. The post LEGO Ideas Wonders of Peru Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Insects must bee his thing lately, because Takamichi Irie has built several larger insects recently. This crazy-cool flying mantis is the latest addition, and a great one indeed. I must say, there is quite the buzz around this MOC. The wings are a definite highlight, and catch light beautifully with all the translucent colors used. What an awesome LEGO insect! This would be something very cool to hang from a wall. Original linkOriginal author: Nathaniel Stoner

Well, this is a surefire hit. I mean, who doesn't love pizza, and who doesn't love pugs? Add them to LEGO and you've got something that appeals to pretty much everyone. There's also a peanut dude, and my personal favorite Mr. Toast. Crazy Bricks is back with another Kickstarter campaign, and needs your help. Upstanding human (and man who knows how to work a top hat) Guy Himber has a loads of cool stretch goals too, so get over there and show your support! Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

Sorry, couldn't help the Total Recall reference. It's just hard for me to not think of that when the subject of mars comes up (you should see my Arnold decompression impersonation). Builder eldeeem shows us the not to distant future with this brilliant (and huge) mars colony diorama. There's lots to love here, but my favorite details are the solar panels (I'm a sucker for the perfect part choice) and that rover looks ready to explore the red planet. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

I've always had great respect for builders who build in micro scale. While their builds are (typically) small, the part selection, and piece usage has to be very intentional to convey a specific idea(s) while only taking up a very small space. As an added level of difficulty builder Peter Ilmrud also restricted himself to a specific dimension, in this case an IKEA glass dome. The result is stunning and makes for a beautifil desk decoration. Original linkOriginal author: Philip

Breaking Bad was one of my all-time favorite shows (and the spin-off Better Call Saul is pretty darn great, too). Barry has recreated the infamous Los Pollos Hermanos restaurant from the shows in microscale, and it's perfect. The custom decals are well-done, and I really dig the little parking spaces. Now I want some fried chicken... Original linkOriginal author: James Morr

Cab ~ reveals a nice brick-built bird display, something that reminds me of some stuffed bird displays I have seen in museums. The body of this bird has some very nice organic shaping along the sides and top. The head and neck also fit very well into the patterning of the white and black feathers. This creature, known as the Tahitian Rail, is an extinct animal from the 1930's (according to the builder and Wikipedia). It may be extinct, but the builder just gave us a reminder of this creature! Original linkOriginal author: Nathaniel Stoner