The LEGO Architecture Trevi Fountain Teaches About Italian Design
Meghan Young — July 23, 2014 — Life-Stages
The latest of the LEGO landmark sets involves the Trevi Fountain. An important site in Rome, Italy, it happens to be the largest baroque monument in the city, not to mention one of the most recognizable. Designed by Italian architect Nicola Salvi and completed 30 years later by his friend and sculpture Pietro Bracci in 1762, the details are surprisingly kept as much intact as possible in the LEGO landmark set.
The Trevi Fountain LEGO landmark set measures five inches tall, seven inches wide and five inches deep. It is comprised of the facade of the Palazzo Poli, the statues of Ocean, Abundance and Health as well as translucent blue LEGO bricks that stand in for water. An accommpanying booklet to the LEGO landmark set boasts more details and historical facts.
The Trevi Fountain LEGO landmark set measures five inches tall, seven inches wide and five inches deep. It is comprised of the facade of the Palazzo Poli, the statues of Ocean, Abundance and Health as well as translucent blue LEGO bricks that stand in for water. An accommpanying booklet to the LEGO landmark set boasts more details and historical facts.
Trend Themes
1. LEGO Architecture - The popularity of LEGO landmark sets presents opportunities for architects and designers to showcase their designs in Lego form.
2. Historical Replicas - The use of LEGO to create historical replicas presents opportunities for museums and other tourist attractions to offer interactive exhibits for visitors.
3. Educational Toys - The accompanying booklet in the Trevi Fountain LEGO landmark set highlights a potential market for educational toys that incorporate historical information.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - The toy manufacturing industry can explore the use of replicas like the Trevi Fountain LEGO landmark set to create educational and interactive toys.
2. Tourism - The tourism industry can use the popularity of LEGO landmark sets to attract visitors with interactive exhibits and merchandise in gift shops.
3. Architecture and Design - The architecture and design industry can showcase their work in LEGO form through landmark sets, potentially attracting new clients and increasing brand recognition.
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