5 LEGO BrickLink Designer Program Series 3 Sets Crowdfunding(Sept. Update)

The crowdfunding for LEGO's BrickLink Designer Program Series 3 will begin in a little over a month. Here is a sneak peek at the five sets—Harbormaster's Office, The Art of Chocolate, Forest Stronghold, Camping Adventure, and Lost City—along with their essential information.

The LEGO BrickLink Series 5 finalists were revealed last week, while the Series 2 crowdfunding campaign concluded with more than 30,000 pre-orders for the Brick Cross Train Station and Mushroom House. Which sets will be purchased when Series 3's crowdfunding draws near?

Crowdfunding Begins on October 8th

On October 8th at 8 AM Pacific Time, the BrickLink Designer Program Series 3 crowdfunding will formally begin.

For each set to go into production, the crowdfunding campaign must receive at least 3,000 pre-orders during the presale period. Each of the five finalist sets in the first and second series exceeded the 3,000-unit threshold. Because each model can only be produced in a run of 30,000 pieces, placing orders fast for popular sets can be necessary.

With a maximum of two sets per customer, the successful sets from Series 3 are anticipated to be delivered in March 2025.

Fans can submit models to the BrickLink Designer Program, and the public votes to choose five finalists. The submitted models must meet strict part colour and stability specifications to guarantee that no significant design changes are required before production.

Comprehensive Comparison of the BrickLink Designer Program

We may compare the Series 3 sets' officially disclosed costs with the information from earlier rounds. The average price in this round is still less than in Series 1, even though it isn't as low as in the first round of the 2021 BrickLink Designer Program Invitational. Although each item's cost has dropped, the average price remains higher than in Series 2.

Two models in this round satisfy the component count requirement based on an average of 2,500 pieces per set. Only 669 pieces make up the "Camping Adventure" set, which is significantly fewer than the previous three. Nevertheless, its $54.99 price tag might get a lot of support from fans. The distinctive designs for which BrickLink is renowned are displayed in the other two larger sets in this round, each surpassing the benchmark by roughly 1,000 pieces.

Camping Adventure

It is simple to remove the camper from the bigger screen. The external features include a laundry rack, a tap, an A/C unit, an opening door, and an awning. Explore the camper's kitchen with a stove, sink, and utensils; rest comfortably on the bed and use the storage area!

The remaining portion of the scene features a bike, extra wood, a camping chair, various autumn plants and greenery, and animals, including butterflies, a bird, and a squirrel.

The delightful camper in the Camping Adventure set, complete with an awning, air conditioning, and a comfortable kitchen, wonderfully embodies the splendour of an autumn camping vacation. It's a fantastic build, with colourful plants, animals, and outdoor equipment bringing the area to life.

Price: $54.99

Piece count: 669 parts

Price per piece: $0.08

Minifigures: 2

Stickers: None

Designer: KingCreations

Harbormaster's Office

The harbormaster keeps boat traffic safe and orderly, crucial to any harbour or port. Despite its small size, this office has all the contemporary tools required to police maritime laws. All small boats are also invited to stop by and fill up before leaving.

The Harbormaster's Office set is a stunning tribute to the essential functions of a busy waterfront. With its contemporary equipment necessary for maritime regulation, safety, and effective boating traffic management, this small but intricate set perfectly conveys the spirit of harbour life. Adding several endearing touches, such as a dock and a filling station for small boats, makes the scenario more authentic and charming.

The exquisitely built wooden dock gives the display depth and personality, while the six minifigures bring the harbour to life by illustrating routine maritime activities.

Price: $199.99

Piece count: 2,418 parts

Price per piece: $0.08

Minifigures: 6

Stickers: 14

Designer: Rich_Herbert

Lost City

Get ready for an adventure with this Lost City set that combines historic buildings with vegetated ruins for collectors' and gamers' visual and imaginative delight.

The ruins, the two towers, the closed treasures, the stone bridge, the rotunda, the throne room and its water mirror, the king's tomb, and other areas of the city are all open for exploration.

But watch out! The adventurers were lost between these 3506 blocks and never returned.

This model brings to life the mystery of a long-lost city by fusing overgrown foliage with precise building elements.

Builders can explore hidden areas like the imposing Twin Towers, the deteriorating ruins, the stone bridge, and even the king's tomb with its remarkable 3,506 pieces. The water mirror and throne room add a hint of royal mystery, making them ideal for crafting lore-filled adventures.

Price: $289.99

Piece count: 3,506 parts

Price per piece: $0.08

Minifigures: 2

Stickers: None

Designer: letsgolegobrick

Forest Stronghold

An abandoned castle is located deep within the Ogel forest. That's what the local kingdoms thought, anyway! However, a group of Forestmen have returned to this ancient stronghold as their new residence! The Forestmen don't mind that trees have started to grow around the old building and that cracks have started to show.

This set, consisting of 3,395 finely carved pieces, exquisitely captures the appeal of an old castle that has been overrun by nature but regained by the brave Forestmen. This collection, which includes 12 meticulous minifigures without stickers, highlights the complex architecture of the abandoned fortress by guaranteeing that every detail is brick-built. It exudes personality and history, from the overgrown trees that encircle the stronghold to the weathered fissures in the building.

Price: $299.99

Piece count: 3,395 parts

Price per piece: $0.082

Minifigures: 12

Stickers: None

Designer: Krackenator

The Art of Chocolate

Whatever you call it—bean-to-bar, small batch, craft, artisan, or micro-batch chocolate—it all comes down to the same concept: a novel approach to chocolate production. We encourage you to sample our lovingly made chocolate in our welcoming tasting room. You may also learn about the steps in creating delectable chocolate, from the cocoa beans to the finished bars, by visiting our chocolate workshop in the building's basement.

The set exquisitely captures the process of manufacturing chocolate from bean to bar, beginning with the welcoming, cosy tasting room on the main floor where guests can sample delectable samples. The chocolate workshop is in the basement and has all the equipment and supplies needed to make fine chocolate from cocoa beans. The set's wonderful ambience is complemented by the intricate exterior, which is decked up with snow-covered roofs, seasonal decorations, and quaint store signs. Numerous minifigures in a functional interior arrangement give this lively scene life and narrative depth.

Price: $299.99

Piece count: 3,395 parts

Price per piece: $0.082

Minifigures: 12

Stickers: None

Designer: brick ester

Everything is going as planned with the BrickLink Designer Program Series 3. Barring a few minor changes, pre-orders for your favourite models will be available for the five finalist sets on October 8th, when crowdfunding will start. The BrickLink Designer Program's third-round average pricing is a little more than Series 2's but still less than the first-round's.

Which sets appeal to you more and have captured your attention? Please feel free to leave comments with your ideas and opinions regarding the BrickLink Designer Program!