For most LEGO themes, we can’t accurately predict which sets will be released until they’re officially announced by LEGO. However, due to the unique nature of the IDEAS theme, we often know about upcoming sets months or even years before they hit the shelves.
The LEGO IDEAS sets that have already been released
So far in 2024, the LEGO IDEAS series has released six sets.
- LEGO 21345 Polaroid OneStep SX-70 Camera
- LEGO 21346 Family Tree
- LEGO 21347 Red London Telephone Box
- LEGO 21348 Dungeons & Dragons: Red Dragon’s Tale
- LEGO 21349 Tuxedo Cat
- LEGO 21350 Jaws
August Update
On the evening of August 5th, the LEGO IDEAS team announced the results of the third review round for 2023. “Italian Riviera” and “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” have successfully passed the review and will officially enter the production phase.
As a result, two more IDEAS sets have now entered mass production, bringing the total to 12 sets currently being produced. Take a look and see if any of these are the ones you’ve been waiting for!
LEGO Ideas Nightmare Before Christmas
This Nightmare Before Christmas set, designed by Simon Scott, is one of the two winners from the second review phase of 2022 (results announced on February 8, 2023).
The 21347 London Red Telephone Box, which passed the review alongside it, was released this February, so we expect this set to be announced soon as well. There’s a rumor that it might officially launch in September 2024, but there’s no further information about the set at this time.
With the Nightmare Before Christmas movie celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023, people had hoped the set would be released in the same year, but that now seems impossible.
LEGO Ideas Disney Magic
In early May 2023, to celebrate Disney’s 100th anniversary, the LEGO Group launched a brand-new design challenge on the IDEAS platform. The winning design from this competition is expected to become the next official LEGO IDEAS set. Like the previous ‘What Does Family Mean to You?’ challenge, this is another collaboration between LEGO IDEAS and Target.
The final victory went to Disney Magic by 2A2A, whose design pays tribute to the magical world of Disney. It was the only entry among the finalists that included minifigures. The central feature of the design, a giant Sorcerer Mickey structure surrounded by elements from Disney films, is what truly gives this piece its charm.
Rumor has it that this set will be released in October 2024, with a total of 1,103 pieces, but this information has not yet been officially confirmed.
LEGO Idea Reading, Reading, Reading
In June 2023, the LEGO IDEAS community launched a challenge themed around ‘Singles’ Day’ to select the latest GWP (Gift With Purchase) set for the IDEAS series.
The winning design, Reading, Reading, Reading, by Polish fan designer FR_AN, is now in production as a GWP set. However, detailed information about this GWP set has not yet been released.
LEGO Ideas Twilight Cullen House
In the first review phase of LEGO IDEAS in 2023, a total of 71 designs received 10,000 votes of support. After careful evaluation, the LEGO IDEAS team announced on December 19, 2023, the two designs they selected to become official sets.
One of these is Twilight: The Cullen House, which impressively reached 10,000 votes in just one day. It’s worth noting that this design bears a strong resemblance to the Friends series set 42639 Andrea’s Luxury Mansion.
Since the design was only approved in December 2023, it’s still in the early stages of development, so the set is expected to be released in 2025.
LEGO Ideas Botanical Garden
The other design that passed the review alongside Twilight: The Cullen House is Valentina Bima’s Botanical Garden, which has also entered the production phase and will become an official LEGO IDEAS set in the future.
This is the first modular building design to pass the review, and it’s quite different from any of the official modular sets released so far.
It remains to be seen whether the IDEAS team will retain the standard connection points, sidewalk, and streetlamp features. At the very least, these would help distinguish it from set 41757, Botanical Garden. We anticipate that this set will also not be released until at least 2025.
LEGO Ideas Knowledge is Power
In November 2023, LEGO IDEAS, in collaboration with Target, launched a Wonderful STEM building competition. The results, announced in March, revealed that Knowledge is Power, designed by Danielbradleyy, was selected as an official LEGO IDEAS set.
This design consists of 528 pieces and has a style similar to the 40291 Creative Personalities set, but it incorporates elements symbolizing different STEM fields, including a city, satellite, space shuttle, robot, flowers, bees, and three minifigures.
LEGO Ideas Micro Rail Command Center
In early January 2024, the LEGO® IDEAS community launched a design competition themed around Space Exploration, inviting participants to create designs for space vehicles or planetary bases.
The latest design to enter production, Miniature Orbital Command Center, is one of the winning entries from the Space Exploration competition. Designed by fan creator Falkorich, it consists of only 150 to 250 pieces. This set is now in production and will be released in the future as a LEGO GWP (Gift With Purchase) set or an insider reward set.
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LEGO Ideas Lunar Rover
Like the Miniature Orbital Command Center, this Lunar Rover is also one of the winning entries from the Space Exploration themed design competition. Designed by fan creator EnchantingNoodle, it also consists of 150 to 250 pieces. This set will be released in the future as a LEGO GWP (Gift With Purchase) set or an insider reward set.
LEGO Idea Gachapon Machine
On May 2nd, the LEGO IDEAS platform announced the results of the second review phase for 2023. Two designs, Minifigure Gacha Machine and West River Steamboat stood out from 49 submissions and will be turned into official LEGO IDEAS sets.
The Minifigure Gacha Machine is a non-IP design created by Belgian teacher Goosestore. He combined the traditional gumball machine with a capsule toy machine to create this colorful gacha machine, designed to store and display special LEGO minifigures. The LEGO IDEAS platform also launched a fan vote for minifigures—did you vote for your favorite one?
PS: JMBricklayer also has 2 interesting Gachapon sets. You can click here for a quick look.
LEGO Idea West River Steamboat
The West River Steamboat set, which passed the review alongside the Minifigure Gacha Machine, has now entered the production phase and will become an official LEGO IDEAS set in the future. The final set will be adjusted by official designers, so it may not look exactly like the image you see, but if it closely resembles it, it’s sure to be a standout in the IDEAS theme.
This design was created by Aaron (username CTDpower) from St. Louis, Missouri, USA. The model showcases a four-level steamboat: the bottom layer features the paddle wheel and engine room, the second layer contains the passenger cabins, the third layer is a working deck with a terrace, and the top layer houses the pilothouse.
LEGO Idea The Autumn Snail
On May 16th, the LEGO IDEAS team announced the winner of the ‘Build Your Dream Gift With Purchase’ competition. Jagamax’s Autumn Snails took first place with a total of 806 votes and is set to enter production, becoming an official LEGO IDEAS GWP set in the future.
This design uses 250 pieces and features a building style similar to the 21342 Insects series. It primarily showcases two brick-built snails with spiral shells, accompanied by a scene that includes a log, a small rock, a puddle of water, and some green plants. The scene even features slime trails left by the snails.
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LEGO Ideas The Italian Riviera
Seagulls soaring, sunlight shining, the beach stretching out, waves crashing—imagine living in this beautiful place. Who would you most want to share this view with? This design was submitted to the IDEAS platform by fan designer Galaxy333, who is actually 18-year-old Alex Sahli from Oregon, USA.
The design consists of approximately 3,000 pieces and passed the review in the recently announced third round of 2023. It is now officially in production.
LEGO Ideas Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a model co-designed by 2PPL (Roberto Ceruti and Jody Padulano) and published through their shared IDEAS account, 2PPL. This design earned 10,000 votes of support on its second submission, proving that perseverance pays off.
The model also uses around 3,000 LEGO pieces and includes 8 minifigures of characters from the film, recreating the whimsical, sweet interior of the chocolate factory. It’s important to note that the model is based on the 1971 film, not the 2005 version directed by Tim Burton.
Out of the 13 LEGO IDEAS sets currently in production, which one is your favorite?
Mix and play with JMBricklayer sets alongside LEGO Ideas sets
Here are some JMBricklayer sets with similar themes that are also affordable. I think they would pair wonderfully with the LEGO Ideas sets mentioned above, making a great addition to your home decor and adding a bit of fun to your life!
Egg Twisting Robot 70120 & Nutcracker 70143
I believe the Egg Twisting Robot 70120, Nutcracker 70143, along with the LEGO Ideas Gachapon Machine share a similar creative spirit and are definitely worth a try.
Egg Twisting Robot 70120
3 in 1 Game Experience – Our egg-twisting robot integrates the three elements of building blocks, egg-twisting, and games together, with multiple entertainments. Retro color design, unique styling design, and diverse gameplay are enough to make this egg-twisting robot toy the king of the party.
Fun Twister Robot Building Set – Our egg-twisting robot toy contains 12 empty egg-twisting. You can choose from the notes we prepared for you or your own DIY notes (we provide you with blank ones) and put them inside the egg-twisting. Then, put the twisted eggs into the egg reservoir and turn the switch. At the end, you will get a surprise egg twist. It will bring you more interesting moments in the ordinary life.
Nutcracker 70143
This set includes 10 twist eggs and blank slips, allowing you to craft personalized messages or challenges, transforming ordinary moments into memorable capsule games
Space Planet Station 70006
If you love the Lunar Rover, you’re sure to enjoy our Space Planet Station 70006. Let’s explore the complex world of this planet station together!
The Space Planet Station Model simulates scenes from an interstellar space station, making it an incredibly creative space model kit. Discover the mysteries of the universe with our Space Planet Station Model!
Insects Set 10116 & Insects Set 10117
When you see The Autumn Snail, you’ll definitely think of its other friends in the grass, like our Insects Set 10116 & Insects Set 10117. Just imagine the fun things that could happen when you put them all together!
JMBricklayer insect collection building block set combines adorable insect and blooming flowers into one, featuring rich details and clever design, you can have great fun when assembling.
So, what do you think? Do you like these sets? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!
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101 Responses
Interesting article. Thank you for that.
I like the Italian Riviera and the West River Steamboat!
Thanks for your kind words! The Italian Riviera is truly stunning, and the West River Steamboat has such a unique charm. What do you think makes these places so special for you?
JMB-Samon,
My reasons for liking this build so much is that “The Italian Riviera” is sort of lifelike. It gives off a feeling of quaint and cozy, and warm and happy for me. The colors used along with the textures really gives “The Italian Riviera” that feeling of a beautiful little Italian village that you want to visit. The corner Gelato shop at an angle gives the build more dimension or depth.
I’d be proud to display one in my home!
I totally agree—the warm, cozy vibe is what makes “The Italian Riviera” so charming. What other details caught your eye?
JMB-Samon,
The shutters and roof shingles made it stand out I think. I noticed the flowering vines on the sides of the buildings and the boy with his camera, and the last reading her book on the balcony….the kids eating ice cream. It screams happiness for me! I love it!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I love how you noticed all those details—especially the happiness they bring. What other elements do you think add to the charm of this set?
The lunar rover looks like a different take on the Luke Skywalker Landspeeder!
That’s a great observation! The lunar rover does have a similar sleek, low-profile design. Do you think it draws direct inspiration from the Landspeeder, or could it be a coincidence?
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Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad you find our posts informative. We’d love to hear your thoughts or questions on the topics we discuss.
Space Planet Station Intrigues me.
Not into insects, even cute ones
Glad to hear you’re intrigued by Space Planet Station! It’s a fascinating set. As for the insects, I get it—they’re not for everyone. What about the space exploration theme draws you in?
I grew up in farm country; not a lot of light pollution. So I’ve always been a Stargazer.
Even now, living in the downtown of a big city, I’m still out there on my balcony, watching.
I don’t have a scope and couldn’t name the constellations.
I just find the night sky endlessly fascinating.
Pretty sure I even saw a line of Starlink Satellites go by one night.
That’s amazing! Stargazing really connects us with the universe, doesn’t it? Have you ever tried using apps to identify constellations? They can really enhance the experience, even in the city!
Indeed, Sky Map.
It’s been on my phone for many Moons 😉
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Indeed, Sky Map.
It’s been on my Phone for many Moons 😉
That streamboat is amazing and I must admit, I have never seen that before!
Glad you like the steamboat! It’s definitely a unique piece. If you’re interested in more hidden gems like this, we’d love to hear your thoughts on other sets that surprised you. What’s your favorite?
Lego Ideas is an amazing opportunity for the best fan designers with an opportunity to release an set of their dreams!
Absolutely! LEGO Ideas is a fantastic platform that truly empowers creativity. What themes or designs would you love to see get the green light? It’s always inspiring to hear what fans are passionate about!
LEGO Ideas Nightmare Before Christmas looks great! Perhaps you can release more festive theme sets based on popular movies and TV shows as the festive season approaches
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Festive sets based on popular movies and TV shows would be amazing. Which other themes do you think would be a hit for the holiday season?
Love to see sets for movies like Die Hard, Gremlins, Charlie Brown and The Santa Clause!
Those would be awesome! Die Hard as a set would be epic, and Gremlins would be so much fun. Maybe we could also consider classic favorites like Home Alone or Back to the Future. What do you think?
You could though there are existing sets for them so the new sets from your team has to be very different
LEGO Idea Gachapon Machine looks really fun. You should have a larger model for a claw machine with small LEGO minifigs to catch!
That’s a fantastic idea! A LEGO claw machine would be so fun, especially with minifigs to catch. And yes, more festive-themed sets like Nightmare Before Christmas would be perfect for the holidays. What other themes would you like to see?
Thanksgiving Dinner, Autumn/Fall Pumpkin Spice Latte, New Year Countdown, Black Friday Mad Shopping Dash, etc.
What a great roundup of seasonal highlights! Speaking of, what’s everyone’s favorite tradition or go-to comfort food during these times? I’d love to hear how everyone celebrates! 🍂🎉
The usual like roast turkey, pumpkin pie, roasted potatoes, brussel sprouts!
I need an updated version of the steam boat willie set based on the LEGO Idea West River Steamboat. That boat looks so amazing!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! The West River Steamboat would be an awesome update to Steamboat Willie. I agree, festive sets based on popular movies would be perfect for the holidays! What themes would you like to see?
Huge fan of The Autumn Snail! Hoping there will be a One Piece version for the Den Den Mushi!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! A Den Den Mushi version would be amazing for One Piece fans. LEGO Ideas could definitely explore more festive sets—what other themes would you love to see for the holidays? 🎄
I love to see TCG inspired sets for Disney Lorcana, One Piece, Dragonball and other popular anime such as My Hero Academia!
That’s a great idea! TCG sets for popular anime would definitely attract a lot of fans. Which one would you be most excited to see next? I’d love to hear more about your favorite series!
Perhaps One Piece! The next season on Netflix is releasing soon so a new set to coincide with the arc covered in the new season will definitely be very welcomed. Chopper is the main draw so something surrounding his scenes would be amazing.
Perhaps One Piece! The next season on Netflix is releasing soon so a new set to coincide with the arc covered in the new season will definitely be very welcomed. Chopper is the main draw so something surrounding his scenes would be amazing.
My first reaction when I saw the Space Planet Station : wow, simply wow. Will make a beautiful table top display in the living room!
That’s a great point! The Space Planet Station is definitely a showstopper. Have you thought about adding LED lights for an extra touch? Would love to hear where you plan to display it in your living room!
Extra LED lights sounds amazing! I have book shelves in the living room so will be allocating a sweet spot for it!
That sounds like a perfect spot! LED lights will definitely add a nice touch, especially in a cozy living room setting. How do you plan to display it? Any other collections sharing the space? Would love to hear!
LEGO Ideas Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is amazing! It makes me want to go back to watch the films again!
I completely agree! The LEGO set really captures the magic of the story. What’s your favorite scene from the films? Maybe we could start a rewatch and spot all the details the set includes!
My favorite funny scene is Violet ballooning into a blueberry! Imagine the fun we can have with a Lego set with a feature to blow up the balloon haha
That’s such a classic scene! A LEGO set with a ballooning feature would be hilarious and so much fun. Imagine the creative builds and mechanics we could design around that idea! What other scenes would you add?
I need that autumn snail! I wish I was able to design my own things like this.
It’s such a charming design, isn’t it? You can start small by experimenting with basic shapes or kits, and who knows—you might discover your own creative flair! What inspires you the most about designs like these?
Really nice cuul stuff guys :)).
Thanks for the positive feedback! 😊 We’re glad you enjoyed it. What caught your attention the most? We’re always eager to hear what resonates with our readers. Feel free to share your thoughts!
Teally cuul stuff here guys:))
Love anything to do with space
Glad to hear you love space! What’s your favorite aspect—exploration, technology, or something else? We’ve been diving deep into some fascinating topics here, so feel free to share your thoughts!
Technology, my grandson is currently working on the Mars Rover so Space has a special place in my life right now. I encourage my other grandson who is autistic with Lego sets he can build.
That’s wonderful! It’s amazing how both your grandsons are exploring such different, yet creative worlds. LEGO can be so therapeutic too. How has it helped your autistic grandson’s skills develop?
He is only 9 but it has given him a creative outlet building things that he thinks of. It has also helped with giving him focus so that he is calmer.
For Space Planet Station, perhaps an idea would be to release sets based on each planet in our solar system. And all of the sets can be combined to become a huge solar system!
That’s an awesome idea! A series of planet-based sets that connect into a larger solar system would be both educational and fun. What kind of features would you include for each planet’s set?
Light up features, a stand with brief descriptions for each planet, accompanying astronauts and alien sets for each planet, and if possible, each planet can open up to show a different ecosystem. Might be super cool and collectible as well, with one set released every 2-3 months.
That sounds like an amazing idea! Adding ecosystems inside the planets would make each set feel like its own unique world. Releasing them gradually keeps it exciting. Which planet would you start with first?
Mars which might be suitable for the autumn season!
I’m not a bug guy, but The Autumn Snail makes you smile!
I’m not a bug guy, but The Autumn Snail makes you smile!
I totally get what you mean! The Autumn Snail has such a charming appeal, doesn’t it? It’s amazing how small details in nature can brighten your day. What part of it made you smile the most?
I’m loving the space and mechanical builds like Space Planet Station and the new Space Telescope!
I’m glad you’re enjoying the space and mechanical builds! The Space Planet Station and Telescope are amazing. Have you explored other space-themed sets? I’d love to hear your thoughts on them!
Yes. The Astronaut. Must get the 3. They will look great together!
Absolutely! The astronaut trio would look amazing together. Have you thought about displaying them in a space-themed setup?
I absolutely love the Disney Magic set.
Thanks for sharing! What do you love most about the Disney Magic set? Is it the details, the characters, or something else? I’d love to hear more! Also, how do you feel it compares to other Disney sets?
I love the Minifigure Gacha Machine. I look forward to the set coming out.
Thanks for sharing! The Minifigure Gacha Machine is definitely exciting. What features are you most looking forward to? I’m curious to hear your thoughts on how it could be improved too!
To take a concept from the mind to reality is a miracle. That’s what I think when I see the ideas. Dreams becoming miracles!
I completely agree! It’s amazing how ideas evolve into something tangible. What do you think is the most important part of turning a dream into reality? The vision, the team, or something else?
I’ve got the nutcracker ready to build this Christmas season, but I also just pre-ordered the ideas nightmare before Christmas set. Holiday based building helps me keep my shelf space rotating
Sounds like a fun holiday lineup! How do you plan to display your sets? I love the idea of rotating seasonal builds—it keeps things fresh. Would love to hear your thoughts on the Nightmare set when it arrives!
There are a few spaces on the shelves that are designated for Lego at the moment. As summer ends I take down a lot of the floral sets in favor of the spooky season builds, and them when they come down the Christmas villages go up.
That sounds like a fun rotation! I love how you switch out your sets for the seasons. Do you have a favorite build for Halloween or Christmas? I’d love to hear how others display their sets too!
We will switch out sets for the spring, Halloween, Christmas, birthdays, Valentine’s days and pride month
Love all the ideas! Great to see such talent!
Thank you! I’m glad you liked the ideas! Which one stood out to you the most? I’d love to hear your thoughts on how we can expand or improve them further.
I really like any thing that’s space or science related. They seem to make people ask questions. I think it’s wonderful because space and science naturally makes people curious.
Absolutely! Space and science are fascinating topics that spark curiosity. What’s something specific in space or science that’s caught your interest lately?
For Insects Set 10116 & Insects Set 10117, I think you can put it into a Gardening Theme with lots of related sets such as flowers, potted plants, and gardens. It would be great home displays!
Thanks for the suggestion! Combining the Insects Sets with a Gardening Theme sounds fantastic. Imagine pairing them with flower and garden sets for vibrant home displays. What other sets would fit this theme?
the four seasons would also match the theme followed by different harvests related to each season, extending the floral and plant sets from Lego
That’s a great idea! Expanding the floral theme with seasonal harvests would add variety and depth. Imagine each set representing a unique moment in nature’s cycle. What season would you want to see first?
For LEGO Ideas Disney Magic sets, it looks great. I was thinking that Lego might have missed certain IPs and not released any sets for it or insufficient sets to meet demand. Your team could consider filling in that gap! I would love sets for The Great Mouse Detective, The Rescuers, The Black Cauldron and Treasure Planet!
That’s a great point! Those underrated Disney classics would make amazing sets. It’d be exciting to see LEGO explore them. Do you think there’s growing demand for these IPs in the LEGO community?
I think there might be but I guess setting up public polls would give you a much better idea!
Great point! Public polls could definitely provide some clear insights.
The LEGO Ideas Twilight Cullen House gives me the idea for a Haunted Movie series for Halloween! Perhaps a series of sets based on hits from Blumhouse?
That’s a fantastic idea! A Blumhouse series would be perfect for Halloween. Imagine a set based on The Purge or Insidious—it’d be spooky fun! Would love to hear others’ thoughts on this concept!
Exactly! Longlegs might also be a great set to launch with the movie making waves internationally!
Great point! Longlegs could definitely ride the wave of the movie’s success. Do you think there are any specific scenes or details from the film that would make it stand out as a set?
For movie related sets, probably pick the most iconic scenes and locations that fans can instantly recognize and relate to. Best examples are the Lego Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings sets!
I’m with Ryan B, I like the Space station. it looks intriguing! I’m very curious. I think the Space Station and the Space Telescope with the Astronaut in the middle would look great on one of our shelves.
Thanks for sharing, Ryan B! The Space Station and Telescope combo sounds amazing. I wonder how it compares to other space sets. Do you have any favorite features or display tips for small shelves?
Absolutely amazing, that would keep me busy, fabulous prize, I love Lego!
VEry interesting article about ideas. I like Nightmare b4 Xmas and Mickey
Thank you for this very interesting and detailed article.
personally I love Disney things and I also really like how little lights are inserted into the buildings… they give an extra charm.
I also really like the Gachapon Machine.
In the meantime, I’m waiting for some characters from the Muppet show that I absolutely love to be created soon