#lego

#lego

The Nintendo Pro controller line-up comes at a premium price tag, and that prompted creator Brux to make one of his own in LEGO flavor. To keep things simple, the DIYer adapts the Nintendo controller's original design. Piecing together the choice bricks to come up with the controller shape is hypnotic, and the best thing is that you can also make one for yourself. That's because the DIY is not as complex as some of the other builds we've seen in our time.

LEGO has spent decades proving that plastic bricks can build anything from childhood memories to architectural masterpieces. January 2026 continues that tradition with designs that push beyond simple construction into genuine cultural commentary. These aren't just toys gathering dust on shelves. They're conversation pieces that bridge art history, gaming nostalgia, comedy legends, sports culture, and the maker movement into something you can actually hold.

I'd love to be one of those people with a pristine WFH setup. But alas, my desktop is constantly littered with clutter. There are a lot of useful desk organizers out there, but I was hoping to find one that'll bring style to my work space in addition to tidiness. And I think I found it in the LEGO 4-Stud Brick Drawer. More than a place to stow tiny LEGO pieces, it might be the cutest desktop storage solution I've seen in awhile.

Here's the kicker: the entire machine runs on just a single motor. No fancy Mindstorms robotics kits, no Power Functions overload, just one motor and an absolutely ingenious system of gearboxes doing all the heavy lifting. If you've ever tried building anything motorized with LEGO, you know how easy it is to throw motors at a problem until it works. But Brick Builds went the opposite direction, creating something that's mechanically efficient and genuinely impressive to watch in action.

Before flat screens and streaming services, television sets were hulking pieces of furniture that commanded respect and curiosity in equal measure. FMDavid's LEGO Ideas submission celebrates these beloved artifacts with a build that goes far beyond surface level nostalgia, diving deep into the mechanical heart of what made these cathode ray tube televisions actually work. The exterior immediately transports viewers back several decades with its mint green housing, classic rabbit ear antenna, and the unmistakable SMPTE color bars displayed on its gently curved screen.

A handful of Lego Sonic the Hedgehog sets are discounted for a limited time at Amazon, and since most of the best deals are on building sets Lego is retiring soon, this may be your last chance to secure deals from a major retailer. The best deal is on the current priciest set in the collection. The 540-piece Super Sonic vs. Egg Drillster is up for grabs for $64 (was $80) at Amazon and the Lego Store.

Building seasonal LEGO sets is a beloved holiday tradition for my family - right alongside baking cookies and decorating the apartment. It's a fun family activity, and the finished models make for a beautifully festive display. This year, I'm snagging the delightful LEGO Poinsettia Plant Set from QVC for my brother, priced on sale for $49.98 (down from $55.99). I actually enjoyed putting this together with my own sons last year (it wasn't a complicated build!).

A kitted-out vintage Land Rover Defender is every car guy and outdoorsy type's dream. Sadly, they'll probably never get the money to make that dream a reality. You can give them the next best thing, a Lego version. The level of detail is absurd, with working suspension, wheel, and plenty of accessories.

The Legend of Zelda fans can save on Lego's 2-in-1 Great Deku Tree building set at Woot right now. The Amazon-owned retailer has the 2,500-piece display model for $265 (was $300). Woot's Lego deals tend to sell out fast, especially on pricey models that almost always sell for full price at major retailers. This is the second time Woot has had a deal on Lego's Great Deku Tree, and the previous deal sold out in hours.

After staring at my laptop for eight hours a day and my phone every minute I need a "break," winding down with a movie or video game doesn't always do it. My brain just can't handle more screen time. I've started putting on music and building Lego sets, and I would highly recommend. It engages the brain, but not too much. Even if its been a decade since you last picked up a set, you can get into the flow state pretty easily.