# Computer LEGO Models The Latest Chris McVeigh LEGO Art Work Gets Technological By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-01-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chris-mcveigh-lego-art References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2013/01/29/lego-model-of-the-original-mac/) & [chrismcveigh](http://www.chrismcveigh.com/cm) The latest Chris McVeigh [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-atari-2600) art work is a depiction of an original [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repurposed-vintage-apple-computers) computer. Chris McVeigh is a notorious author, illustrator and artist. His work is meant to inspire, enlighten and demonstrates the ability to turn ordinary objects into masterpieces. His [Mac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mac-OS) model has received overwhelming response and he has decided to release kits for people to recreate their own versions at home. The stunning chunky and block piece resembles an authentic Mac, features an inventive circular keyboard and has a lovely "hello" message strewn across its screen. The work combines two pop culture phenomenons LEGO and Apple and merges them together in one marvelous art work. The Chris McVeigh LEGO art work is inventive, recognizable and a nod to past technologies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Lego Technology Art:** The art of combining popular technology brands with LEGO building blocks to create artwork. - **DIY LEGO Kits:** The production and release of DIY LEGO kits for people to recreate their own versions of popular technology products at home. - **Pop Culture Merged with Technology:** The trend of merging pop culture with technology, creating art and products that nod to past technologies. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Industry:** The use of LEGO blocks and technology in toy production creating unique and innovative play experiences. - **Art Industry:** The incorporation of technology in art and design to create unique and thought-provoking pieces. - **Tech Industry:** The manufacturing and production of retro-inspired technology products combined with pop culture themes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired Toy Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-atari-2600.md) - [Repurposed Vintage Apple Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repurposed-vintage-apple-computers.md) - [Iconic Artwork Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-art-mona-lisa-set.md) - [Iconic Artist Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-bob-ross.md) - [Nostalgic Desktop Computer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macintosh-computer-concept.md) - [Pop Art Factory Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-campbells-soup.md) - [Retro-Inspired 3D-Printed Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macintosh-studio.md) - [Lego-Centric Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-my-world.md) - [Art Sculpture Miniature Replicas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-replica.md)