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Ready for a little sunshine and sea breeze in your brick collection? The newly announced LEGO Ideas Italian Riviera Architecture Set brings the iconic pastel buildings, rugged cliffs, and coastal charm of the Mediterranean straight to your shelf. Inspired by Italy’s stunning seaside villages, this set is bursting with details—from colorful facades to cascading stairs and umbrella-dotted terraces.

Whether you’ve strolled through Cinque Terre or just dreamed of it, the LEGO Ideas Italian Riviera Architecture Set delivers all the vacation vibes—minus the airfare. With a vibrant and compact design, this build is perfect for display and a joy to construct. If you love architecture, travel, or just beautifully designed LEGO sets, this one’s a must-add to your collection.

The LEGO Group Unveils New LEGO® Ideas Italian Riviera Architecture Set

Billund, Denmark – 17th July 2025: Today, the LEGO Group announces the launch of the LEGO® Ideas Italian Riviera set (21359), a stunning architectural model kit designed for adults. This set invites builders to embark on a captivating journey to the picturesque Ligurian coast, allowing fans to recreate the charm of a quaint fishing village nestled by the Mediterranean Sea.

Featuring 3,251 pieces, this detailed set showcases three beautifully crafted buildings, complete with removable roofs and upper stories for an immersive building experience. Inside, builders will discover intricate details of a gelato store, a diving equipment shop, and a bustling fish market, alongside the homes of the storekeepers.

The LEGO Ideas Italian Riveria set was submitted by Portland, Oregon-based Fan Designer, Alex Sahli, as part of the LEGO Ideas programme. LEGO Ideas allows fans to submit product ideas, which are then voted for by the community before being considered to be made into an official LEGO set. Talking about his design, Alex said, “I’ve always been passionate about travel, and Italy stands out as my favorite destination. Its blend of natural landscapes and architectural beauty is truly inspiring. My submission is centered around the villages of Cinque Terre. One of the key structural challenges I faced was incorporating buildings at various angles while ensuring overall stability. I’m especially proud of the vibrant colors and the textural variety throughout the build – particularly in the water, houses, and stonework. I’m also pleased with how the tile roofing turned out; it’s a simple design, but it functions effectively and complements the overall aesthetic”.

The set also includes 10 LEGO minifigures, such as a gelato store owner, a fish vendor, and a pasta-making nonna, bringing the vibrant scene to life. Builders can recreate heartwarming moments, like a nonna teaching her grandson to make traditional trofie pasta, or a tourist savoring local delicacies.

The LEGO Ideas Italian Riviera set will be available for LEGO Insiders Early Access starting 7th August 2025 at LEGO.com/ItalianRiveria and via LEGO Stores, with availability for all from 10th August 2025, priced at €279.99 / £249.99 / $299.99.

LEGO Insiders* who purchase this set between 7 – 13th August via LEGO.com or LEGO Stores will receive an exclusive LEGO Ideas Mediterranean Scene set (5009325) as a Gift with Purchase. From 7th August, LEGO Insiders* will also be able to redeem 1750 LEGO Insiders points for a reward – an exclusive A5 dotted notebook (5009872), the perfect travel journal. members who redeem will receive a code they can add to their next LEGO.com order, the code is valid for 60 days after redemption. *Membership required, while supplies last. T&Cs apply.

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