How quickly a week flies by and we have another LEGO Ideas First 2026 Review Stage update. In just a blink of an eye, we’re now up to 41 projects that have qualified for review for a chance to become an official LEGO Ideas set. Beetlejuice (1988) – Maitland/Deetz House – BRICK PROJECT La Belle Ruelle – Santheg Tulip Field Windmill – HisBrickMaterials Shakespeare’s Globe – SJs Workshop Castle Dracula – Iyan ha Hydroponic Collection – MagicBrick Terrarium Collection – Miniature Ecosystems – MagicBrick Vintage Billiards Table – Golden Eye Sea Friends! – Tobnac The post LEGO Ideas February 15 Update appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Today’s guest article comes from Koen Van Der Hoeven, who is a data and LEGO architecture fan located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. You can find more of his writing on Brick Architect. What is Architecture? As you read this article, you may at times find yourself asking the following question, “What is Architecture?” IMage via FreePIk Architecture is a bit of everything. Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings, structures, and spaces that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes.   Architecture shapes the physical environment in which people live, work, and interact, blending creativity with practicality to create spaces that are not only functional but often visually compelling. Beyond surface level, architecture reflects societal values, technological advancements, and historical evolution, making it a dynamic discipline that bridges engineering, art, and human experience.  IMage via FreePik In a way, architecture represents the building blocks...

We are going to take a break from our normal coverage today to celebrate one of the best of the LEGO community, Joe Meno. When news broke of his passing, I was devastated and heartbroken. I’ve had to take many breaks while writing this article out of the emotion and grief, knowing such a dear friend is gone. For many readers, especially newer ones, the name Joe Meno might not immediately register. But if you’ve spent any meaningful time in the adult LEGO fan community over the last three decades, you have felt his influence… whether you realized it or not. Joe was the founder and longtime editor of BrickJournal, the first widely recognized print magazine devoted to adult LEGO fans. Long before “fan media” became popular, before influencer culture, before algorithms rewarded clicks, Joe was documenting builders through sheer hard work, telling the stories of the people behind the builds....

LEGO has officially revealed another LEGO Ninjago 15th Anniversary set with the X-1 Ninja Charger 15th Anniversary (71867). Releasing on June 1, the set has 691 pieces and will retail for $89.99. The set features an updated version of the X-1 Ninjago Charger to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Ninjago theme. The last version of the vehicle was from 2021. This new one still has the hidden motorcycle inside the X-1 and has minifigures of General Cryptor, Kai, and the exclusive 15th anniversary Master of Shadow. The post LEGO Ninjago X-1 Ninja Charger 15th Anniversary (71867) Officially Announced appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Another LEGO Star Wars Mandalorian & Grogu set has been officially revealed with Grogu (Mandalorian Apprentice) (75446). Releasing on April 26 (pre-order today), the set has 1,200 pieces and will retail for $129.99. We have an updated larger scale Grogu with him this time wearing beskar armor and satchel around the body. There’s also a display plaque that includes a minifigure of Grogu with the beskar armor printing. Build a playful centrepiece with this LEGO® Star Wars Grogu (Mandalorian Apprentice) building toy for kids (75446). Recreate Grogu’s beskar armour and satchel, as worn in Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu. Place a blue cookie accessory in his hand and put one in his satchel to snack on later. Move the lever to turn Grogu’s head, adjust his mouth, ears, hands and fingers and reattach the arms in different ways to create characteristic poses. Display the brick-built model alongside the Grogu info...

LEGO has officially revealed the next LEGO Ideas set with the Peanuts: Snoopy’s Doghouse (21368). Releasing on June 1 (pre-order today), the set has 964 pieces and will retail for $89.99. The set features Snoopy and his iconic red doghouse and typewriter along with Woodstock. When you lift up the doghouse, you can get a night scene with a campfire for Snoopy and Woodstock to toast marshmallows. Snoopy is also poseable with him able to stand, sit, and lay down. “Dogs’ lives don’t have to have meaning.” Inspire memories of witty Snoopy sayings and bring classic comic scenes to life with LEGO® Ideas Peanuts: Snoopy’s Doghouse (21368). This model building kit for adults features a posable Snoopy figure which comes with 2 alternative leg builds for sitting and standing and 2 neck positions for lying down and standing. Display him lying on top of his house with his friend Woodstock on...

In the 1960s, a new art movement emerged that transformed everyday objects and commercial imagery into high art. Pop Art challenged traditional boundaries, bringing mass culture into galleries and museums. Today, that movement’s influence endures—not just in paintings, ads, and digital media but in LEGO sets. IMage by Dave Schefcik LEGO’s latest set release pays tribute to one of Pop Art’s most iconic symbols: Robert Indiana’s LOVE sculpture. With its bold typography and striking simplicity, LOVE has become one of the most recognizable pieces of 20th-century art, appearing in parks, museums, and public spaces worldwide. But how did a simple four-letter word become such a cultural phenomenon? And what does LEGO’s take on it say about the ongoing relevance of Pop Art? Let’s take a closer look at the piece’s history, how the artist viewed his own work, and what LEGO Art set 31214 LOVE says about art and commercialization. The...

LEGO has officially revealed some new April 2026 LEGO Star Wars sets ahead of the New York Toy Fair. The sets are based on the upcoming The Mandalorian & Grogu movie coming to theaters. The Mandalorian and Grogu: Allies & Villains (40856) – 661 pieces/$39.99/April 26 Recreate The Mandalorian and Grogu: Allies & Villains (40856) in LEGO® BrickHeadz style with this build-and-display set. A fun anytime gift for kids and adults, it features The Mandalorian, Grogu, Colonel Ward, Imperial Remnant Snowtrooper and Anzellan LEGO figures with authentic accessories, as seen in Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu. Build Mando and Grogu in beskar armour, the Anzellan in droidsmith gear, and more to create striking Star Wars decorations. Set contains 661 pieces. AT-RT Attack (75444) – 297 pieces/$44.99/April 26 Let kids create their own Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu adventures with this AT-RT Attack (75444) toy building set. It features a...

The LEGO Maersk Dual-Fuel Container Vessel (40955) has been officially announced for a March release. The set has 1,516 pieces and will retail for $149.99. The set features the return of the Maersk partnership after 12 years with a smaller version of the ship. Charting a New Course: The LEGO Group Unveils Collectible Maersk Dual-Fuel Container Vessel BILLUND, DENMARK – 12 February 2026: Set sail on a groundbreaking building voyage! The LEGO Group proudly introduces the Maersk Dual-Fuel Container Vessel, a meticulously detailed 1,516-piece set. This authentic model allows builders aged 12 and up to construct the pioneering Ane Maersk, a true icon leading the charge for sustainable shipping. Perfect for both immersive play and an impressive display piece that celebrates innovation. The ultimate collectible for enthusiasts, this limited-edition set is packed with intricate details like an opening bridge with crew quarters, transparent engine-room windows, slide-out gangways, and buildable containers, making...

If you read yesterday’s article on W.A.L.T. and learned about my shipping mishaps, you’ll know I accidentally received the Antique Collection by Fuma Terai (@terauma) instead. You didn’t think I’d pass up the opportunity to double dip, did you? Yesterday, I broke down a bit of the history of the various BrickLink Designer Programs over the years, but there’s one aspect I didn’t dive into: the types of sets being selected. Minifig Domination The original AFOL Designer Program and the later Designer Program (10K Club) featured a healthy mix of build styles. In the AFOL Designer Program, 6 of the 13 sets were not minifigure-scale. In the 10K Club edition, 4 of the 15 sets stepped outside that format. Compare that to the current BrickLink Designer Program: 43 of the 45 past and announced sets are minifigure-scale. That’s… a lot of minifigs. I was lucky to (eventually) receive both W.A.L.T. and...