LEGO 21046 Architecture Empire State Building New York Landmark, Creative Activity, Collectible Model Kits for Adults to Build, Home Decor Gift Idea

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As we saw in the previous bags, these modules were carefully designed to leverage SNOT techniques to work around the unique geometries of the LEGO brick. At 21” (55cm), the tallest LEGO Architecture model to date (July 2019), this highly detailed, collectible replica accurately recreates the symmetrical lines of the building’s 4 curtain wall facades and art deco antenna tower.

hour build process combines an interesting highly technical central core with less exciting highly repetitive exterior panels.Dust and UV Protection: Our Display Case shields your set from unwanted particles, ensuring that it stays in pristine condition. I’ve always found that [this scale] tends to offer a great balance of complex building techniques as well as an exciting amount of detail. The Empire State Building was completed in New York City, New York (USA), in 1931, where it became the tallest buildings in the world for 39 years.

LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies.Brickset, the Brickset logo and all content not covered by The LEGO Group's copyright is, unless otherwise stated, ©1997-2024 Brickset ltd. LEGO Architecture celebrates the world of architecture through the medium of the LEGO brick, and is developed for all with an interest in travel, architecture, history and design. The included booklet contains information about the designer, architecture and history of the structure, as well as historical facts about the Empire State Building and its architectural heritage. Empire State Building earns an enthusiastic Recommended (4/5 star) rating for fans of the LEGO Architecture theme due to the very high level of detail and interesting building techniques in the central .

The piece count of just the outer shell was starting to push 10000 pieces and I hadn’t even worked on the inner core. This includes more sideways 2×3 Tiles that are attached between studs to make the model more stable. I was excited to see if this feels more like past experiences building official LEGO sets, or if it offers a window into the intricate but repetitive world of a professional LEGO Artist. You will also find a whimsical detail embedded in the structure’s base—The team hid 8 Metallic Silver Cheese Graters representing escalators.What to expect: Brick Architect is committed to respecting your personal data and privacy, in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Lastly, we are treated to a beautifully designed spire which uses some drum-lacquered silver parts and clever techniques to good effect. An LED Light String gives life to the hustle and bustle of the ground floor and 5th Avenue, while a single Bit Light is all it takes to accurately light up the world famous landmark? The newly released Empire State Building immediately caught my attention when it was announced earlier this year.

The opinions in this article are strictly my own—providing sets for review does not guarantee a positive review. The LEGO Architecture Landmark Series started in 2008 and consists primarily of models that represent the world's most famous structures.

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