BUGS Member Spotlight: Tristen’s Mighty Lockheed AC-130 The AC-130 was first introduced in 1967 during the Vietnam War. Originally converted from the C-130 Hercules cargo aircraft, it was transformed into one of the world’s most formidable airborne gunships. Remarkably, it has remained in active service for nearly 60 years. Trist’s fascination with the AC-130 began in childhood after seeing one in real life. Ever since that moment, it has remained one of his favourite aircraft and the inspiration behind this project. He spent three months designing and developing this MOC in BrickLink Studio, continuously refining the model based on feedback from fellow members of the Singapore LEGO User Group (BUGS).…
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My Own Creation (MOC): Lockheed SR-71 “Blackbird”
BUGS Member Spotlight: Tristen‘s Stealthy Lockheed SR-71 “Blackbird” When he’s not serving National Service, BUGS member Tristen is busy building military-inspired LEGO creations! A self-confessed military buff, Tristen spent an impressive two months taking this project from concept to completion. Countless hours of planning, redesigning, and fine-tuning went into every detail of the build, resulting in a creation that he’s incredibly proud of. We’re always amazed by the dedication our members put into their MOCs, and this is no exception. Great work, Trist—we can’t wait to see what’s rolling off your LEGO production line next! “SR-71 Blackbird MOC Inspired by the iconic Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird and its appearance as Jetfire…
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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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Lord Vader Inspection
Darth Vader: “I see someone mopped the floor”. Star Wars dioramas always ignite a spark in me whenever I see them. They are so iconic and full of possibilities. Now, If I can just find my band of bounty hunter minifigs…
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BYGGLEK House in Soothing Colours
Looking at this MOC by local builder lego_dna just makes you feel like: “Ahhhhh, wouldn’t it be nice to own such a house like this one day…”. One can only keep on dreaming 😉