Research Institute
ideas • 165 pcs
- Set number
- 21110-1
- Availability
- Retired
- Pieces
- 165
- Original RRP
- $19.99
- Released
- 2014
- Theme
- Ideas
- Minifigures
- 3
- Barcode
- 5702015287616
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Where it came from
The LEGO Ideas Research Institute, set number 21110-1, was released in 2014 as the result of a successful fan submission to the LEGO Ideas platform. Created by geophysicist Ellen Kooijman, the set was designed to promote representation in scientific fields, featuring three female figures: a paleontologist, an astronomer, and a chemist. The set was part of a movement toward more diverse and inclusive character archetypes within the LEGO universe, gaining significant attention for its focus on professional, academic roles.
The design aesthetic prioritized a compact, modular workspace for each professional, aiming to provide a realistic reflection of scientific environments while remaining accessible to young builders. Upon its release, the set was highly sought after, leading to rapid sell-outs worldwide. Its reception was largely positive, with critics and parents praising the brand for acknowledging the underrepresentation of women in STEM and for offering a set that valued intellectual curiosity and professional diversity over traditional themes.
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