# Large-Scale Toy Models LEGO Disneyland By Cowbag | Published 2008-11-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-disneyland-large-scale-lego-models References: [uniquedaily](http://www.uniquedaily.com/lego-disneyland/) & [micechat](http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/weekend-update/815-lego-my-disneyland-weekend-update-november-1-2008.html) This [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-notre-dame-set) recreation of [Disneyland](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-nostalgic-desserts) is incredible. The detail displayed, right down to the flowers, monorail, ticket booth, and [architectural layout](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trevi-fountain-model) just blows your mind. Previous hardcore LEGO projects have included the church and war ship. In my eyes, however, this beats the lot and almost looks as much fun as the real thing. **Implications** - LEGO blocks are traditionally perceived as a children's toy, but with the rise of the geek in mainstream culture, adults are using these cherished toys to create intense mini edifices. Unlike kids' LEGO creations, however, adults' large-scale LEGO builds use the familiar blocks to create immaculate miniaturized worlds and interpretations of global landmarks that defy belief. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Large-scale LEGO Models:** Adults are using LEGOs to create intense mini edifices and interpretations of global landmarks. - **Geek Culture:** The rise of geek culture led to adults indulging in building complex LEGO models. - **Immaculate Miniaturized Worlds:** Large-scale LEGO models are recreating familiar landmarks and creating miniature worlds. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** The LEGO toy industry can target adults beyond children, who now have a growing interest in creating complex models. - **Tourism Industry:** The tourism industry could partner with LEGO enthusiasts to create miniature versions of major tourist landmarks. - **Event Planning Industry:** Event planners could use large-scale LEGO models as interactive exhibits for conferences or entertainment venues. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Historical Architecture Game Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-notre-dame-set.md) - [Gravity-Powered Building Block Rollercoasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-loop-coaster.md) - [Dynamic Immersive Play Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superpower-studios-initiative.md) - [Insanely Intricate LEGO Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-rollsroyce.md) - [Retro-Inspired Toy Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-atari-2600.md) - [Sci-Fi Large-Scale Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucs-death-star.md) - [Toy Building Block Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-exhibition.md) - [Family-Friendly Interactive Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superpower-studios.md) - [Fandom-Honoring Building Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fandomhonoring-building-block-sets.md)