LEGO Star Wars Designer Discusses Iconic Sets
- LEGO is creating more adult-targeted sets each year
- Designer César Soares shares insights on LEGO Ideas sets
- The Treehouse and Seinfeld sets highlight unique creativity
LEGO continues to expand its offerings, increasingly aimed at adult fans. The Star Wars line, featuring intricate 18+ builds, exemplifies this trend, such as the recent $250 N1 Starfighter set inspired by The Mandalorian.
Designer César Soares, who has been a part of the LEGO Star Wars team since its inception, also contributed to several iconic LEGO Ideas sets, including the Treehouse and Seinfeld. He emphasizes that adult builds require a higher level of detail and creativity, transforming cinematic inspirations into stunning constructions.
Among his notable projects, the LEGO Treehouse, released in 2019, stands out for its distinctiveness, being free of franchise ties while still appealing to builders. Although it was retired in November 2024, it remains a sought-after collector’s item online.