Now that the LEGO Architecture
Skylines series is in it's second year, with a total of six sets released so far, We are seeing some amazing fan-made models in the style of the official sets.
I just wrote
an article highlighting the very best of these custom models. (Before selecting my favorites, I created this
Pinterest board where I collected all 24 custom Skyline models I've found so far.)
Paris Skyline, by Cecilie FritzvoldImmediately recognizable despite its tiny scale, what's not to love about this Paris Skyline? I really like how closely it follows the style of the official sets.
Budapest Skyline, by docbaliThis is another excellent model that follows the style of the official sets very well. It's worth noting that this model is one of the first examples to layer a building behind a bridge for a more interesting composition, preceding the same effect which is used in the new 2017 sets.
Dubai Skyline, by AnscottWhile it is far too large and has an oddly shaped base, there is a lot to love in this Dubai skyline. It's interesting to see how different builders are expanding on the skyline concept.
You can see all seven of my favorite models at brickarchitect.comSincerely,
---tom
P.S. Have you found or created an awesome Skyline model that isn't included on my pinterest page? If so, leave a comment below so I can add it to the collection!
Comments
I think Paris must appear as a set soon. If it looks like the fan one shown above, I'll be happy. Although, there's something not quite right about the bottom of the Eiffel Tower...
Budapest looks great, but I'm not so bothered about Dubai - it's just too big, and there's nothing historic about most of those buildings.
I might look at the other 4 if I have a chance.
I like the Duomo on Milan very much. Not sure about the more modern buildings...
The trees on Tokyo are ace, as is the Skytree and the Imperial Palace. Although somehow it all reminds me of Toronto, don't know why... :-)
Seoul is too big, unfortunately. And Frankfurt has too many towers on it - but they are both well made.
Would love to see other people's MOC cities regardless of the size (of the city/town, that is).
Not having done an Architecture skyline set before, what are the usual dimensions (length and width) of the sets?
(Note: Chicago is just 28 studs wide, and London is 36 studs wide - the're the only two which aren't 32 studs wide.)
As for building instructions for the base - look for the freely downloadable instructions of the official sets. For instance, Venice has a perfectly regular base.
---tom
https://uk.pinterest.com/elspethdemontes/lego-architecture-skylines/
^ Here's where I find out I've dissed a couple of your models! I really really hope not though! :(
Edit: Err... are any of these ones you've designed? Or are you pinning other people's stuff only?
One of my students is reading your Lego Architect book in class. He has been for a few weeks!
That's great to hear! What grade do you teach? Are they finding one chapter more exciting than the rest, or enjoying them all?
---tom
You have not insulted me at all as none of these pins are my builds, I have no need to pin my own stuff...seems a bit pointless :-) I meant "my collection of Architecture Skylines" in the 'I have found and pinned them' manner - sorry my phrase was rather unclear in retrospect!
I can't speak for others on Brickset but if you put your work out there, you can expect to get positive and negative comments.
Elspeth
I'll ask him and let you know!
(I teach 4th grade)
We now return to your scheduled architecture thread!
I just asked my student and he said he enjoys them all! :)
Glad to hear it. Let them know that they can send photos of their creations - I always love to see models inspired by readers of my book!