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LEGOverse

The beloved toy brick is applied to countless design creations

Implications - Children and adults alike love LEGO, which explains why it has become part of everything from Christmas trees and architecture to interior design and even clothing. Filmmaker Jess Gibson even made a documentary about it. Titled 'AFOL: A Blocumentary,' the film is about 'Adult Fans of LEGO' and showcases why so many people are obsessed with the little toy bricks. Whether it's due to their nostalgia factor or their infinite modular possibilities in design, one things for certain: We live in a LEGO world, and the different designs to which the toy brick can be applied are endless.
Trend Themes
1. LEGO Nostalgia - The long-lasting love for LEGO can be attributed to its strong emotional connection with childhood memories; This presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to capitalize on the emotional tie with consumers.
2. LEGO Modular Design - The endless modular possibilities of LEGO bricks create a flexible and customizable design approach that can be applied across various industries, including architecture, fashion, and furniture design.
3. LEGO Digitalization - The growing trend of digitalization and online gaming has opened up opportunities for virtual LEGO building and gaming experiences, providing a way for consumers to engage with the LEGO brand in new and interactive ways.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - LEGO's modular brick design can be used as a building material for cost-effective and customizable architectural designs.
2. Fashion - The use of LEGO in fashion design showcases the versatile and playful nature of the brand, allowing for unique and eye-catching accessories.
3. Gaming - The digitalization of LEGO provides an opportunity for the brand to expand into the gaming industry, creating virtual LEGO building and gaming experiences.
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LEGO Meth Labs
LEGO Meth Labs
The Breaking Bad LEGO Set is Full of 18+ Appropriate Fun
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Building Block Cathedrals
Building Block Cathedrals
The Abondantus Gigantus is a Church of LEGO
The Abondantus Gigantus is a temporary place of worship for the most devout LEGO builders in the world. Perhaps one of the most impressive structures ever made that was inspired by these traditional and… MORE
Building Block Bow Ties
Building Block Bow Ties
Nicholas Tee Ruiz's Quirky Collection is Inspired by MoMA Exhibits
Nicholas Tee Ruiz creates some cute and quirky bow ties. Equal parts creative and dapper, his sophisticated creations were inspired by his time at The Museum Modern Art (MoMA) in the Special Programming… MORE
Blocked Interior Designs
Blocked Interior Designs
The LEGO Apartment Presents an Alternative Style
LEGO sets have come a long way since their debut, with modern installments of the popular building blocks including such intricate themes as Atlantis and Ninjago, and now this is extended to modern... MORE
Virtual Toy Brick Games
Virtual Toy Brick Games
The LEGO Build With Chrome Project Lets You Create Structures Online
Putting together a large-scale toy brick structure at home without first being able to visualize how the pieces will fit together can be a bit tedious but the LEGO Build With Chrome project lets... MORE
play_circle_filledWorking Toy Block PCs
Working Toy Block PCs
LEGO Computer is a Physical Manifestation of the Turing Machine Theory
Dutch designers Jeroen van den Bosand and Davy Landman have created a working LEGO computer, a machine based on the Turing Machine Theory of 1936. The theory was formed by Alan Turing, an English... MORE
Toy Building Block Plants
Toy Building Block Plants
The LEGO Forest Brightens Rainy Days
On a rainy April day at Martin Place in Sydney, Australia, pedestrians were pleasantly surprised when they walked through a life-size LEGO forest. This year marks the 50th year LEGO has been in... MORE
Toy Brick Trees
Toy Brick Trees
The LEGO Christmas Tree Uses Over 600,000 LEGO Pieces
Right on cue, the LEGO Christmas Tree ushers in the season with a creatively impressive Christmas tree creation. Although it might be a premature statement, this particular holiday tree will blow all other… MORE

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