# Building Block Mugs The Build-On Brick Mug from ThinkGeek Allows You to Customize Your Drink By Kyle Towers | Published 2013-02-11 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-block References: [bitrebels](http://www.bitrebels.com/geek/lego-mug-for-creative-junkies/) & [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/) This building block mug from ThinkGeek allows you to spice up your morning coffee. This mug is the perfect mug for the young or the young at heart. Whether you want to add a little more flair and personality to your office space or you have a child who can't stop playing -- this customizable mug is perfect! Combatable with most types of building block toys such as [Lego](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moka-pot), Pixelblocks and [Mega Bloks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mega-monster), the mug will fit perfectly with your collection at home. You can only imagine some of the creations people can create with this mug as a catalyst. I can already picture a robotic system of Lego that brews the coffee and delivers the steaming mug via a [building block vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-light). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Customizable Mugs:** Opportunity for a personalized drinking experience by offering customizable mugs that can be decorated or built upon. - **Interactive Drinkware:** Innovative drinkware products that incorporate interactive elements such as building blocks to engage users and add a unique twist to the drinking experience. - **Integration of Toys and Houseware:** Opportunity to merge the world of toys and houseware by creating products like building block mugs that appeal to both children and adults. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Retail/consumer Goods:** Retailers can capitalize on the trend of customizable mugs by offering a wide variety of options that cater to different customer preferences. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can explore opportunities to integrate their products with everyday items like mugs, creating new avenues for play and creativity. - **Promotional Products:** Promotional product companies can utilize customizable mugs to create unique branded merchandise that stands out and engages customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Puzzle Espresso Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moka-pot.md) - [AI-Enhanced Smart Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelmug.md) - [Building Block PC Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clickbrick-lego-mouse.md) - [Customizable Brick Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-moc-wall-clock.md) - [Building Block-Friendly Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melgeek-pixel.md) - [Building Block Tech Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-platform.md) - [Lego-Centric Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-my-world.md) - [Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dollhouse-concept.md) - [Dinosaur-Shaped Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawaii-ceramic-dinosaur-mug.md)