Brick Flower Arrangement

Above: A "Brick Flower Arrangement".

BRICK FLOWER ARRANGEMENT

Brick Trick artist Trick Richey set out to create a "more organic" form, as he put it, "different from the architectural buildings I often create".

The result is the brick floral sculpture in this posting, which is made up of seven different brick flowers all arranged in a clear cylindrical brick vase.

Above: Close-up of the largest flower in the bunch, which is constructed from a dish, 1x1 plates with clips and white 1x6 bow bricks.

Above: Close-up shows two of the smaller flowers made from plates and transparent cones.

Above: A variety of parts were used to create the blooms, and green 1x1 bricks make up the stems.

Above: A yellow-centered "daisy" is made from a bright light orange dish, 1x1 plates with clips and white 1x3 bow bricks.

MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

Above: The MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST building which was recently sold on Ebay.

MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST • CUSTOM MODULAR BUILDING

Greetings!

This posting features images and details for another in the BrickTrickDude series of custom-designed and artisan built original architectural models from all new bricks and parts. While created to coordinate with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST project was sold fully assembled, as shown in the images. The MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with awnings, a removable rolling flower cart, a tree and a cool tile design delineating the entrance. The second floor exterior has an arched window with awning and the third floor exterior has two arched windows with awnings. The entire front façade is a beautiful scheme of green, white and one of the most hard to find colors of Lego®, mint green, (aka medium green). The back and sides of the building are entirely white with accent stripes of light bluish-gray and green. The back features windows on each floor, a ground level back door with awning, a trash dumpster with broom and a porch light. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The FLORIST SHOP occupies the interior of the ground floor. The floral retail space has high ceilings and features a large wall unit with bottles and “vases” and multiple floral arrangements decorate counters and pedestal displays. There is also a cash register, filing cabinet and a clock on the wall. The entire floor is tiled in transparent green. The second floor is the office, with a purple desk with red chair, filing cabinets, art on the wall and of course a floral arrangement. The top floor is a chic studio apartment. There is a kitchen with sink and stove and a counter with mug and croissant. The living area has a white chaise lounge, a black and pink recliner, a glass art sculpture on a pedestal, and a flowering plant. There is a colorful pink/lime/orange/purple painting on the wall over the chaise.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and included three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles, (and some accent colors), and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer, however the light bluish gray curb does match. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands approximately 11 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the front crown molding.

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Below: The backside of the MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST building.

Above: Close-up of the front exterior at sidewalk level, which features a tree, a flower cart and cool custom tile design in the sidewalk delineating the entrance door.

Below: The interior of the first floor FLORIST retail space.

Above: The four modular components which make up the MINT GREEN & WHITE FLORIST building.

CUSTOM MODULAR LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE

Above: Custom designed and artisan built, the LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE sculpture is currently up for auction on Ebay.

CUSTOM MODULAR LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE

This posting features images and descriptions for a custom-designed and artisan built original model from all new bricks and parts. While created to work with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind.

EXTERIOR: The LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE project features 3 floors of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the ground level with a blooming garden, flowering tree and pristine white sidewalk. The second floor exterior has twin windows and the third floor exterior has a large dormer window with a sloped roof. The entire front façade is a bold color scheme of lime green, blue, dark turquoise, dark purple and orange. The back of the building has a ground floor door, deck and potting bench with flowers. There are windows with dark purple awnings on the second and third floors. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The living room occupies the interior of the ground floor. This room has a sectional sofa, coffee table with bouquet, electric piano/keyboard, and other furnishings. Note the painting on the wall over one of the sofas. The second floor is decorated as a kitchen and dining area with bright pink cabinets, counters with bottles and mug, stove, hood, sink, chair and a table with bottles and flower arrangement. The top floor is the bedroom complete with vanity table and perfume bottle, chair, bed, dresser and flowers.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands 11 1/4 inches tall at the highest point of the roof ridgeline.

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Below: The rear view of the LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE.

Above: The roof lifts off for access and viewing, as do the second and third floors.

Below: The four units which stack to complete the LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE architectural sculpture.

Above: The LIME GARDEN TOWNHOUSE situated between the GRAND EMPORIUM and the FIRE BRIGADE which are kits from the brick manufacturer.

DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP

Above: The exterior of the custom modular DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP.

DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP

This posting showcases a custom-designed and artisan built original model from all new bricks and parts. While created to work with your other CITY, TOWN or TRAIN buildings in minifigure scale, this nicely detailed and finished brick sculpture will also work well as a stand-alone piece. The DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP project is being sold fully assembled, as shown in the images; some parts will be removed for shipping and details to reassemble these few elements will be included, (flower cart, peeps, garbage cans, fencing). Also included is a CD of photographic images documenting the entire project inside and out, (NOTE: No formal written directions are provided). The DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP is an original creation from the Brick Trick Dude building studio here in San Francisco and is one-of-a-kind. This project was previously listed and SOLD on Ebay.

EXTERIOR: The DARK GREEN FLORIST SHOP project features 3 stories of space constructed on a 16x32 peg base plate. The front exterior is decorated on the sidewalk level with a dark purple and green flower cart, light sconces and a striped black and white “awning” over the flower storefront windows and entrance. There is also a custom green and magenta tile design in the sidewalk delineating the front steps and doorway. The second floor exterior has a pink and green “stained glass” window and the third floor exterior has a large picture window with a tiny balcony and railing and is topped with gold and white “crown molding”. The entire front façade is a sophisticated scheme of dark green, white, and black. The sides also incorporate tan bricks and pieces and have a detailed striping design created with plates. The back of the building has a ground floor door, trashcans and a fenced yard space and there are large picture windows on each floor. Modular construction techniques allow the roof and top floors to be removed for interior viewing and then easily re-stacked.

INTERIOR: The FLORIST SHOP occupies the interior of the ground floor. The store has floral displays and counters, a cash register, water dispensers and a wall of shelves stocked with supplies and flower vases. The second floor is decorated as a kitchen and dining area with counters, range, hood, sink, chair and a table with mug and croissant. The top floor is a living area and bedroom complete with chaise lounge, coffee table, vanity table, bed, plants and flowers. Notice the “artwork” on the wall above the chaise.

DETAILS: Project contains approximately 1,200 bricks and parts and includes three minifigures as shown, (2 females, one male). The front sidewalk is constructed of white smooth tiles and does not match other building sidewalks of larger-scale architectural projects from the manufacturer. There are no technic bricks with holes on the sides for joining to other structures. Finished model weighs approximately 3 pounds. Model measures 5 inches wide and 10 inches deep at the base plate. Building stands 11 1/8 inches tall at the highest point of the front crown molding.

Below: Close-up of the sidewalk and front exterior of the FLOWER SHOP, where there is a flower cart under a striped awning.

Above: The three floors of the building unstacked along with the roof section.

Below: The "stained-glass" window on the front of the second floor.

Above: The backside of the building has view windows and a trash area outside the back door.

A Look Down Brick Trick Boulevard

Above: A view down BRICK TRICK BOULEVARD, where you'll find many larger sized buildings.

A LOOK DOWN BRICK TRICK BOULEVARD

We've been busy this spring building more structures to accompany our collection of large buildings. This posting features images of a street scape set-up where we placed several buildings together for a photo shoot. Additional images show some of the exteriors of our original creations.

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Below: A "corner" of this version of the street scape shows the red cocktail bar project and the gray bank building. Also visible are creations from the manufacturer including, at left, the Cafe Corner and at the right in image is the Green Grocer.

Above: The red bar building is designed to be used to create a "corner".

Below: This image shows the bar signage, designed to resemble a martini glass.

Below: This Normandy style building is a law office with an apartment on the floors above.

Above: The blue building is the library. The "LOVE" billboard was created for Valentine's Day.

Below: The gray and black structure is the city bank.

NEW 2010 PINK GREENHOUSE Prototype

Above: A new PINK GREENHOUSE design includes a blonde female minifigure.

NEW 2010 PINK GREENHOUSE Prototype

This posting contains images of a newly created version of the popular BRICK TRICK DUDE PINK GREENHOUSE. Many thanks to all of our online friends for making the first version of this custom kit a sell-out. Right now we are experimenting with new versions, and the model in these photos shows one we are considering.

Enjoy!

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Check out pictures of the original PINK GREENHOUSE kit, CLICK HERE.

Below: A view from the opposite side shows the potting bench with water bottle, gal pal with shovel and the multi-shaded PINK GREENHOUSE which has red and magenta trim!

Street of Larger Buildings

Above: Pictured are several architectural creations from the BRICK TRICK studio. These structures, which include a cinema, hotel, hair salon and pizza parlor among others, were designed and built to accompany the GREEN GROCER kit from the manufacturer. Future postings will feature images of each building, as many of the projects have fully furnished interiors and the floors and rooftops lift off for easy viewing and play!

Happy Holidays!

VICTORIAN SERIES

Above: A row of buildings in the new VICTORIAN series designed and built by BRICK TRICK artist Philip Buchan.

VICTORIAN SERIES

Brick Trick artist Philip Buchan introduces a series of buildings designed after actual Victorian structures here in our home city of SAN FRANCISCO. This posting features images of the preliminary photo shoot to show off the first seven buildings in the series.

Below: Another vantage point of the Victorian row.

Above: The first seven VICTORIANS built from plastic bricks include a sunny yellow and white color scheme, as well as six other palette variations like the bold green and purple or pink and teal. Brightly colored VICTORIANS are often called "Painted Ladies".

PINK ART GALLERY with SABRINA • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

Above: The PINK ART GALLERY custom building kit shown assembled complete with female minifigure SABRINA.

PINK ART GALLERY with SABRINA • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS

This posting features images of the finished project and complete directions to build the PINK ART GALLERY from the BRICK TRICK DUDE kit sold on Ebay or using your own bricks and parts.

Below: Another view of the PINK ART GALLERY, which is designed in "doll house" style, meaning one side is left open for easy access and viewing.

Above: A close-up shot shoes female minifigure SABRINA next to a pedestal with a "crystal" sculpture. At right we can see the brick "painting" on the wall.

Below: A view of the exterior of the PINK ART GALLERY. The outside is landscaped with a PALM TREE and has a "glass" sculpture tower at the front entrance.

Above: The vantage point gives us a nice look at the "stained glass window" built into the gallery side "bump-out" wall.

PINK ART GALLERY with SABRINA • BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS begin here...

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Below: All of the parts included in the BRICK TRICK DUDE custom building kit sold exclusively on Ebay.

PARTS LIST
8 brown 1x1 bricks
6 lime 1x1 caps
3 black 2x2 bricks
2 black 1x2 tile w/single peg
2 medium blue trans. 1x1 caps
2 yellow transparent 1x1 caps
1 orange transparent 1x1 cone
1 red transparent 1x1 cone
3 lime 1x1 bricks
1 dark purple 1x1 brick
1 dark pink trans. 1x1 brick
1 bright pink 1x1 brick
1 pink glitter trans. 1x2 brick
1 blue 1x1 brick
1 orange 1x1 brick
1 green 1x1 brick
1 medium blue 1x1 brick
2 dark gray 2x4 plates
2 dark gray 6x6 plates
5 green 3x8 palm frond leaves
8 clear transparent 1x2 plates
4 lime 1x4 plates
1 white 2x2 plate
2 red 2x2 smooth tiles
23 green transparent 1x1 plates
30 clear transparent 1x2 bricks
4 black 1x2 bricks
2 black 1x1 bricks w/handle
16 dark pink 1x1 bricks
1 light gray 8x16 base plate
6 bright pink 2x4 bricks
8 dark pink 2x2 bricks
6 white 1x8 bricks

Minifigure GAL PAL “Sabrina” is assembled from:
1 black “page cut” wig
1 smiley head with eyebrows, red lipstick and alternate face
1 white floral torso
1 black hips/legs

Step 1: Begin by assembling all the elements for the structure as well as the artwork and landscaping. Form 4 stacks of 2 dark pink 1x1 bricks, which will be used as part of the clerestory/roof section. Create one stack of 6 dark pink 1x1 bricks, which will form part of the front entrance wall of the gallery building. Stack all six bright pink 2x4 bricks for use as one segment of a gallery wall. Stack all eight dark pink 2x2 bricks and add the white 2x2 plate to the bottom of the stack to build the wall column. Create 2 stacks of six clear transparent 1x2 bricks, which will be used as floor-to-ceiling windows in the gallery building. Create 3 stacks of 2 clear transparent 1x2 bricks for use as clerestory windows. Stack all six white 1x8 bricks, which will form the gallery building back wall.

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Step 2: Build the front door by stacking black 1x2 bricks and placing black 1x1 bricks with handles centered in stack;1 facing each direction. Add dark pink 1x1 bricks to top.

Step 3: Collect the various elements as shown above. These pieces are required to assemble the painting for use inside the gallery building.

Step 4: Stack 1x4 lime plates and various 1x1 and 1x2 bricks to form the painting. You can follow this guideline or create your own unique design.

Step 5: Build the “crystal” sculpture by stacking and rotating the 8 clear transparent 1x2 plates. Create the pedestal with black 2x2 bricks.

Step 6: Add black 1x2 tiles with pegs to the top of the pedestal. Place crystal sculpture on the two pegs on top of the 2 black tiles.

Step 7: Create the “glass art” for the front entry by stacking the transparent cones, caps and plates as shown; or any other way you like.

Step 8: Place glass tower sculpture between pegs on remaining black 2x2 brick, forming the exterior art and pedestal display.

Step 9: Build the palm tree by stacking brown 1x1 bricks. Snap fronds into a star shape and add lime 1x1 caps.

Step 10: Create 4 stacks of 3 green transparent 1x1 plates. Add 2 plates to each of 4 clear bricks.

Step 11: Build the “stained glass” window by stacking bricks and plates as shown.

Step 12: Shown above are all of the completed elements required to construct the gallery building and as well as the contents and exterior.

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Step 13: Add white 1x8 stack of bricks to base plate, forming back wall. Add stained glass and dark pink column creating bump-out sidewall. Place one stack of clear bricks for a window and add the stack of bright pink bricks to form remaining sidewall. Add the two dark gray 2x4 plates to form side roof section.

Step 14: Add door and second clear stack of 1x2 bricks, plus the stack of dark pink 1x1 bricks to build the front wall. Add two stacks of 2 clear bricks and two stacks of dark pink 1x1 bricks to dark gray 2x4 plates to begin clerestory roof.

Step 15: Attach one dark gray 6x6 plate to form the lower roof section as shown. Add remaining two stacks of two dark pink 1x1 bricks with clear 1x2 brick stack to complete the clerestory windows.

Step 16: Add second dark gray 6x6 plate to complete the roof.

Step 17: “Hang” the painting by attaching lime pegs on plate to underside of dark gray roof plates. Add sculpture on pedestal.

Step 18: Add the 2 red 2x2 smooth tiles for the walkway. Place palm tree and glass art tower. Now the gallery is ready for a gala opening party.

Below: The PINK ART GALLERY is complete and SABRINA is ready to show the artwork to your minifigure guests!