Sydney Opera House
architecture • 270 pcs
- Set number
- 21012-1
- Availability
- Retired
- Pieces
- 270
- Original RRP
- $39.99
- Released
- 2012
- Theme
- Architecture
- Barcode
- 5702014842328
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Where it came from
Released in 2012 as part of the Lego Architecture series, set 21012-1 represents the Sydney Opera House, a masterpiece of modern expressionist architecture designed by Jørn Utzon. The Lego model was developed to capture the building's iconic sail-like roof shells and podium structure, which were originally constructed between 1959 and 1973. The set serves as a miniature tribute to the UNESCO World Heritage site, intended to bring architectural history into the homes of adult hobbyists and design enthusiasts.
The design of this specific set was overseen by the Architecture design team, focusing on a clean, monochromatic aesthetic that emphasizes form and geometry rather than minifigure-scale play. By utilizing a series of curved plates and sloping bricks, the designers aimed to replicate the distinctive silhouette of the roof against the backdrop of the harbor. Upon its release, it was well-received by collectors who appreciated the series' shift toward minimalist, display-oriented models that honor the structural ingenuity of Utzon's original vision.
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