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Wow. That'd be neat : ) My wife keeps yelling at me to move the one I built in yellow bricks and it's only 68 studs on a side right now (hollow too) ... I don't think a minifig scale pyramid would even fit in my house : ( "Lawrence Wilkes" (...) (23 years ago, 5-May-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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Having just returned from vacation in Egypt, combined with the availability of bulk tan bricks, I thinking about building a minifig scale model of the Giza plateau. Then I figured it would take nearly 9 million 4x2 bricks to build a solid model of (...) (23 years ago, 4-May-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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Hi! I posed about 15 new pictures on my website. Most of them are scattered about, but mainly the updates are to the Subway Station, the Slums, and the Hotel. Subway Station - 5 new photos (URL) Amanda, a 1930s style Hotel - 3 new photos (URL) cool (...) (23 years ago, 1-May-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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"Greg Perry" <supernerd23@yahoo.com> wrote in message news:GCD4C8.EqH@lugnet.com... (...) I (...) Maybe (...) the (...) who (...) Visitors' (...) to (...) [bringing this back into lugnet.org.us.richlug] Great. I look forward to seeing it in May. (...) (23 years ago, 26-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.org.us.richlug)
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That's a terrific looking model. I love the realism and interior detail. The brickwork is also probably the nicest I've seen done with Lego. -- Paul Davidson Greg Perry <supernerd23@yahoo.com> wrote in message news:GC5qBJ.4or@lugnet.com... (...) (...) (23 years ago, 25-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) I was thinking of tackling the Governor's Palace next or perhaps one of the taverns. I'm going to send some pictures to my old boss down in C.W. - who knows, maybe they'll want us to build something for display in the Visitors' Center. I know (...) (23 years ago, 25-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) That is really cool Greg. American history is rich with ideas for LEGO creations. Lotta things I keep meaning to try and just haven't. It's nice to see another follow up and complete one of their own projects - an in such a great fashion. I've (...) (23 years ago, 24-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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"Greg Perry" <supernerd23@yahoo.com> wrote in message news:GC5qBJ.4or@lugnet.com... (...) Williamsburg's (...) [snip] Greg: That is really nice. After hearing you describe it at the last RichLUG meeting, it's nice to see it. I looking forward to (...) (23 years ago, 23-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) the effort. Amy (23 years ago, 23-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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Hi Greg, yesterday evening I was roaming Brickshelf and found your creation. I think it's wonderfull! And now with all your additional information. Really a good creation. Thanks for all! Daan (23 years ago, 22-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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Hey Greg- Sweet looking stuff, I live about 30 minutes east of Williamsburg and have been by the Powderhouse many times. It is cool to see some local stuff (other than my LEGO City) made out of LEGO! ~Chris Fortier www.chrisfortier.com (...) (23 years ago, 22-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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Greetings – I want to share some pictures of a project I recently completed after a couple of months of occasional work and multiple purchases from Brickbay. I have built a LEGO version of the historic building Colonial Williamsburg’s Powder (...) (23 years ago, 21-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.us.va, lugnet.org.us.richlug, lugnet.pirates)
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Harvey Henkelman wrote in message ... (...) building (...) Wilson's (...) others (...) <grin> thanks for the plug, Harvey! I do the inside details even when they can't be seen because they are my favorite part (right now I'm having a lot of fun (...) (23 years ago, 18-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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Ditto - you be the side clip king of detail! (...) (23 years ago, 17-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) I'm sorry to butt in on this thread, but a person can have a solid building and still have it nicely detailed on the inside. Just follow Kevin Wilson's example and have your roof and each flor section removable to allow others to see the (...) (23 years ago, 17-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) lol **WARNING: MEANINGLESS TRIVIA BELOW** 684 to be exact:-) -John (...) (23 years ago, 16-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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"John Neal" <johnneal@uswest.net> wrote in message news:3ADB01C3.8CDEE5...est.net... (...) am (...) finished (...) buildings (...) have (...) matter;-) (...) that is (...) I humbly bow to you and you multitude of side clips! :-D Tim (23 years ago, 16-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) Thanks. Oh, you think *that's* a lot of side clips? Check out this: (URL) *that's* a lot of side clips! :-) (...) (23 years ago, 16-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) Too big, schmoo big. Your building is great! Who cares what other people think, as long as you're happy with it, what else matters? If it doesn't fit somebody else's "standards" then its their loss, not yours. Katie (23 years ago, 16-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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Simply Beautiful. (...) (23 years ago, 16-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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"John Neal" <johnneal@uswest.net> wrote in message news:3AD8E778.EA9035...est.net... (...) John: Very nice. I also like the use of the "Liberty green" color. Also, that is a lot of 1x1 with side clips! Wow - great detailing. I do not think the (...) (23 years ago, 16-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) I second that! I like the all around look of 4 sided buildings, they actully fit in from every side. Josh (...) (23 years ago, 15-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) ?? Why the talk, even in jest, of starting letter writing campaigns, etc., then?? ++Lar (23 years ago, 15-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) 45;-) (...) But is usually more impressive.... (...) Well, the chateau is agreeably too large, but this green one is one of my *biggest* buildings. I'm tired of minifig scale (you know, buildings with no rears, etc). Now that we (GMLTC) are (...) (23 years ago, 15-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) I scoped out the green/grey one. You've got some very nice effects there, I like the cornice. Is that just bricks turned 90 degrees? However it *is* a big building. Try some selective compression. Bigger isn't always better. I can see where (...) (23 years ago, 15-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) I love the green building, that is a standout model! I should build my bank in that color, it looks like money! Oh well... Josh (23 years ago, 15-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch)
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I am in the middle of building a home train layout with my kids, and am cranking out buildings for the town section. Although most are in various stages of completion, this one is close enough to being finished for a spy shot;-) (URL) earth (...) (23 years ago, 15-Apr-01, to lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch) !
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| | Re: BrickTopia Public Library
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(...) Seems many buildings in the US are this way, too. But that's just 'cause they put small rooms in 'em. But seriously, though, it makes sense. Many lobbies of tall buildings are the equivalent of three or four stories high. -JDF (23 years ago, 13-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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Hi, Thanks for the compliments. I have several reasons for having high ceilings: - In many forms of classical architecture, extremely high ceilings are the norm. For instance, one famouse Italian architect, Paladio, recommends having a ceilling as (...) (23 years ago, 12-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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I'm still trying to figure out where I got this. My part isn't yellowed and looks brand new. I do recall trading with someone as a kid and he had that moon landing set, but I'd be really surprised if it was in that good of shape from so long ago. I (...) (23 years ago, 12-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) There was also an accessory pack from the late '70s which had, I think six national flags (I have a Union Flag, a Swiss Flag and an Australian flag left) perhaps with some other bits, there may have been a Stars and Stripes in there too. Psi (23 years ago, 12-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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...Thank to Brickshelf, I now have a bigger, better forum to post pics of my MOC's! Please check it out... some of it is already on my website, Architekta--so please forgive any redundancies. My Brickshelf stuff... (URL) my pathetic little (...) (23 years ago, 12-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) high ceilings, 12 or so bricks above the floor. Any particular reason to this? They seem to work well, but I'm not sure what it is I really like about it... -JDF (23 years ago, 12-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) There was a moon landing set from the late 1970's that had one. Maybe that was it? --Bill. (23 years ago, 12-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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Thanks for the compliments. Actually, I have no clue where I got that American flag. I've had it for a long time. Anyone know where these came from? Yes - The 4x4x6 curved panels were very time consuming to "clean" with Brasso! Brad Josh Baakko (...) (23 years ago, 12-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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(...) Wow, post a message and check to see if it worked, and theres this one right there! Cool building, i've been thinking of building a library too. I like the US flag idea, i'm gonna have to track a few down (anyone got some they'd give up?). The (...) (23 years ago, 11-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch)
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This is my latest Fantasy-Baroque building: (URL) is a shot of the city as a whole so far (you may have to hit refresh to see the latest image): (URL) are appreciated, Brad (23 years ago, 11-Apr-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.town, lugnet.build.arch) !
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Hey, thanks Matt! I guess I missed that Simpsons episode... but having just seen that Bill Gates/Steve Jobs movie on TNT, I dig the Apple reference. :-) (...) (23 years ago, 11-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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I really dig the church...unfortunately, all my mind can conjure is the image of Homer Simpsons' bare butt squeeking up the glass ceiling! Or perhaps this is the First Assembly of Apple Computers (Cupertino)! Ayway, a great use of transparent (...) (23 years ago, 11-Apr-01, to lugnet.build.arch)
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| | Re: Chateau Paradisa
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Paul Hartzog <panarchy23@yahoo.com> wrote in message news:GAK7u0.n1I@lugnet.com... (...) Yes - I agree that the buildings are getting smaller and not quite as nice. I'm running out of bricks and prime real estate! In my first building (the natural (...) (24 years ago, 22-Mar-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.town, lugnet.org.us.lugola)
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