LEGO has unveiled yet another addition to its popular “Tribute” series of Gift With Purchase (GWP) sets, and this time the spotlight is on the legendary inventor, artist, and visionary, Leonardo da Vinci. While LEGO has yet to announce the spending threshold required to qualify for this exclusive GWP, more details are expected to be released closer to the promotion date. If previous releases are any indication, this is likely to be another highly sought-after collectible for LEGO fans and history enthusiasts alike. Over the years, LEGO has celebrated influential figures from literature, science, exploration, and conservation through its Tribute series. If you’re a collector, here’s a handy checklist of…
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BUGS Builders Featured at LEGO Singapore’s First-Ever Shophouse Experience
From 13 March to 5 April, LEGO Singapore brought heritage, creativity, and play together with the launch of its first-ever LEGO Shophouse Experience at Design Orchard. Open daily from 11am to 9pm, the immersive pop-up transformed Level 2 of Design Orchard into a vibrant Singapore-inspired shophouse, featuring Peranakan design elements, interactive activities, themed rooms, and inspiring LEGO displays. Visitors could explore beautifully curated spaces, participate in hands-on building activities, collect stamps to complete a special postcard, and even redeem exclusive LEGO keepsakes. The experience also featured Singapore’s first Peranakan-inspired LEGO brick tile wall and showcased fan-built creations from the local LEGO community. BUGS was honoured to be invited to contribute…
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2026 Year Of The Horse Giant Mascot Build – TRU Vivo City
While much of the world was busy celebrating the arrival of the new year, a dedicated team of BUGS builders was hard at work behind the scenes at Toys “R” Us VivoCity, racing against time to complete the giant LEGO® Year of the Horse mascot in preparation for the Lunar New Year festivities. This impressive build took approximately two hours of careful construction, with every layer meticulously added brick by brick. Unlike permanent display models, no glue was used, meaning precision and teamwork were essential throughout the entire process. One misplaced brick or accidental bump could have resulted in significant damage to the structure, so every step required patience, focus,…
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ENBLOCK 2025 – Griddy Grid @ Changi Airport T2
Every year, one of the biggest challenges we face in organising ENBLOCK is finding a suitable venue. Rising costs, limited availability, and logistical constraints often make the process more difficult than most people realize. Yet, year after year, we continue to persevere because of the passion and dedication of our LEGO community. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our builders for their unwavering support, enthusiasm, and creativity. Your incredible builds and commitment to the event inspire us to keep pushing forward. ENBLOCK would not be possible without each and every one of you, and we look forward to seeing what amazing creations you will bring this…
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2025 Year Of The Snake Giant Mascot Build – TRU Vivo City
Welcoming the Year of the Snake with Another Giant Mascot Build! 🐍🎉 As has become a cherished BUGs tradition, a dedicated team of builders gathered on New Year’s Eve to construct our annual giant zodiac mascot to welcome the Lunar New Year. This year, the spotlight was on the Year of the Snake, and it proved to be one of the most challenging mascots we’ve tackled yet! Unlike permanent display models, our giant mascots are not glued together. Every year, they must be carefully assembled layer by layer, requiring patience, precision, and plenty of teamwork. The snake presented a unique challenge due to its long, winding body and curved shape.…
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ENBLOCK 2024 – LFY Farrer Park
Dear talented BUGS builders, As the EnBlock 2024 convention draws to a close, we’re thrilled to honour your remarkable contributions to the brick-building community. From seasoned veterans to first-time exhibitors, each of you has left an indelible mark on our plastic universe. Let’s shine a spotlight on some of the stars of this year’s event: The First-Timers: To our new builders, welcome! Your enthusiasm and fresh perspectives have injected new life into the LEGO scene. We’ve marveled at your inventive designs, whether it’s a whimsical treehouse or a futuristic spaceship. Keep those bricks clicking—you’re doing an outstanding job! The Community Zoo Builders: What’s better than a zoo? A LEGO zoo!…
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2024 Year Of The Dragon Giant Mascot Build – TRU Vivo City
BUGS Builders Welcome the Year of the Dragon For the Year of the Dragon, the team took on the challenge of building one of the most beloved and auspicious animals in the Chinese zodiac. Symbolizing strength, prosperity, good fortune, and success, the dragon holds a special place in the hearts of many BUGS members, making this year’s mascot build an especially exciting project. The build team consisted of Neo Chun Guan, Khor Chin Seong, Andrew Quek, Ong San San, and Chris Lim. Working together late into New Year’s Eve, the builders carefully assembled the giant dragon layer by layer. Unlike conventional models, large mascot builds require careful planning and teamwork,…
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ENBLOCK 2023 – Funan
As the curtains close on ENBLOCK 2023, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our builders, participants, volunteers, partners, and visitors who made this year’s event such a memorable one. This year was particularly special as we explored a new exhibition format, with LEGO creations showcased in custom display cases spread across the 2nd and 3rd floors of the mall. This unique setup allowed visitors to discover amazing builds throughout the venue, creating a different and exciting experience for everyone. Beyond the displays, ENBLOCK 2023 featured a wide range of activities, including free photography workshops, make-and-take sessions, and interactive experiences for LEGO fans of all ages. We…
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2023 Year Of The Rabbit Giant Mascot Build – TRU Vivo City/JEM
Double the Rabbits, Double the Prosperity! The annual BUGS giant zodiac mascot build returned once again, and for the Year of the Rabbit, members decided that one rabbit simply wasn’t enough. Since the rabbit is traditionally associated with abundance, prosperity, and good fortune, BUGS builders took on the unique challenge of building not one, but two giant rabbits to welcome the Lunar New Year. The first rabbit was constructed on 30 December 2022 at Toys “R” Us, VivoCity, where a team of dedicated builders gathered to kick off the celebrations. Thanks to the spacious venue and favourable working conditions, the build progressed smoothly, with the giant rabbit taking shape layer…
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ENBLOCK 2022 – Drama Centre/Suntec City
ENBLOCK 2022 marked a significant milestone as the world gradually emerged from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and began returning to normal. Held at the Drama Centre atop the National Library, the event brought together builders and visitors eager to reconnect through their shared love of LEGO. One of the standout highlights was the impressive Mega Modular Building, assembled collectively by supporters who purchased the Mega Modular Kit. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make this ambitious collaborative project a reality. Visitors were also amazed by 9-year-old Nicholas, who demonstrated incredible creativity by using LEGO Technic elements to build a centrifugal machine capable of creating…
