# Miniature China Monuments Beijing Lego Sports City By Cowbag | Published 2008-07-26 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beijing-lego-detailed-olypmic-building-models References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5029075/lego-beijing-olympics-doesnt-include-tibetan-monk-minifigs) This mini [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-and-nike) Beijing looks hideously complicated, but also captivating. The attention to detail in the China architecture remakes is outstanding! Of course this innovation comes from the legendary Brick Brothers, so I would expect no less. Lego'ized by the Honk Kong Lego Users Group; I love what they have done with their [Beijing Olympics installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greater-bay-area-sports-centre). Five areas of the Beijing stadiums were featured in pain staking detail. They eve had models including cross-sections showing actual building structures and installations. The water cube is where this effect works particularly well. The following five buildings featured include the 'Birdsnest' and the Watercube, Residence building, Olympic village and Equestrian area. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniature Monuments:** Innovative trend of creating intricate and accurate miniature models of famous monuments and landmarks. - **Lego Architecture:** Increasing popularity of using Lego bricks for creating detailed architectural models. - **Interactive Museum Exhibits:** Integration of miniature models and interactive exhibits in museums for better engagement. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture Design:** Opportunities for architecture firms to use miniature models for better visualization and efficient communication with clients. - **Education and Tourism:** Miniature models can be used in educational institutions and tourism industry to provide immersive experiences. - **Museum and Exhibition:** Opportunities for museum and exhibition industry to incorporate miniature models and interactive exhibits to enhance visitor experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Buildable Sports Icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-world-cup-trophy.md) - [Bright Playful Sport Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-and-nike.md) - [Fan‑inspired Arenas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kunshan-olympic-sports-centre.md) - [Nature-Inspired Building Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seven-natural-wonders-of-the-world.md) - [Factory-Adjacent Dynamic Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovation-campus-1.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Legos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyns-architectural-history.md) - [Historical Architecture Game Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-notre-dame-set.md) - [Intricate Architectural Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trevi-fountain-model.md) - [Architectural Sports Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xian-international-football.md)