LEGO architecturePhilip Wilkinson
LEGO architecture
by Philip Wilkinson · first published 2014
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Stunning images and in depth exploration of the real buildings like the Guggenheim or the Empire State Building, on which the LEGO Architecture series is based, provide you with a comprehensive look at the creation of these intricate sets. Learn why the LEGO team chose certain pieces and what particular challenges they faced. Read about the inspiration behind the creative processes and what designing and building techniques were used on various sets. Featuring profiles of the LEGO artists and builders who created the series.
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Lego Architecture: The Visual Guide https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lego-Architecture-Visual-Philip-Wil...
on “Ask HN: Coffee table books” ↗For those of us who are a little lazier or less meticulous but want to experience something like this, I recommend the Lego Architecture series. I enjoyed this one and it makes a nice little display piece for my home: https://shop.lego.com/en-US/Fallingwater-21005
on “Tiny, Perfect Staircases Made by French Woodworkers” ↗> Even the assortment of pieces in the Classic 1000+ piece buckets doesn't allow you to build interesting custom creations resembling buildings One of the more interesting experimentations was Lego Architecture Studio. All white (well, some translucent for glass/windows), 1200+ pieces, no instructions, but a book discussing some general architecture and building principles particularly with respect to Lego:…
on “How Lego builds a new Lego set” ↗