LEGO 21051 Architecture Tokyo

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In recent years Alec has become a viral sensation, well known for his extreme builds and top tips for LEGO® builds. In total, he has amassed a sensational 1.4m+ followers on social media platform TikTok.

This skylines construction set includes scale models of famous landmarks: TOKYO SKYTREE, the world’s tallest freestanding tower, Tokyo Tower, Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower and Tokyo Big Sight. The cherry-tree-filled Chidorigafuchi Park, a classic pagoda tower and Shibuya Crossing are also featured. Together on the baseplate with a ‘Tokyo’ nameplate, they create a compact, impactful display piece. When starting a model I try to identify what I’d consider the key part of the build. For functional models, this might mean the gearbox or any moving parts. For animals, this might be the plumage of a bird, the snout of a dog, or the stripes of a tiger. The first thing I do for a build is make that key element as stellar as possible. While there are no new parts in this set, there are a few parts appearing in new colors for the first time. I’m currently working on a scale replica of the attraction I work at: LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona. I’ve spent about 80 hours on it so far and am looking at about another 100 hours of work before it’s finished.” If that means building and rebuilding it 15 times before I’m satisfied with it then that’s what I do. This is the part of the build that will act as the centerpiece, and it’s where all the wow factor of the build comes from.We know recreating Frank Gehry's Lou Ruvo Centre this scale would be… challenging, to say the least, but we just feel that there are more inspiring buildings in Las Vegas, even if the brown look of the Wynn is certainly recognisable. It’s still more than worth it for that lovely Bellagio front, and its little fountains. Bonus! More beautiful Lego Architecture buildings Recently, we spoke to viral sensation, Alec Posta. Alec works as a LEGO® ‘Master Model Builder’ at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Arizona, United States.

This buildable skyline measures over 11” (28cm) high, 10” (27cm) wide and 3” (10cm) deep – you don’t need a lot of space to display it, but its vibrant colors and authentic details will catch the eye of every passerby! Opened in 2000, The London Eye stands 135 meters high and provides a spectacular panoramic view across London, up to 25 kilometers in all directions. It is the world's largest cantilevered observation wheel and has won more than 85 awards for its architectural quality, engineering achievement, and tourism.

Tokyo Skytree — 232,374,872,133 LEGO Bricks

I draw inspiration from a lot of different places, but one of my favourite methods is to start building with absolutely no plan in mind. I’m not the best at visualising what things are going to look like beforehand, so free-building abstract models gets my brain working in a way that allows me to get into a good creative flow. When I looked a little closer, my impression became mixed. I was displeased by last year’s re-creation of the Eiffel Tower in #21044 Paris Skyline, and unfortunately the Tokyo Tower is designed in much the same way. (The similar building techniques has one advantage–the Tokyo and Paris skylines will look great when displayed next to one another.) Statue of Liberty’s presence in this list also indicates it’s a stronger performer than 21046 Empire State Building, which may or may not have something to do with all that lovely sand green. (Or, you know, just because it’s a more iconic international landmark than a big tan skyscraper.) My workshop is right in the middle of LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona, and I have a large window that opens into the attraction. While I build, people can come up to the window and talk with me. I’m very happy about the people skills I’ve built up working in this position.”