LEGO 2000 / Basic Sets

The LEGO Basic theme, which began in the 1970s, was designed to be a more general, non-thematic series of sets. Unlike the themed sets that revolve around specific stories, characters, or concepts (e.g., space, city, or pirates), the Basic theme provided a collection of standard LEGO bricks and pieces, often in a variety of colors. The goal was to encourage free building and creativity without the confines of a specific theme or narrative.

2000 LEGO Sets

The year 2000 marked a significant transition for LEGO, as the company balanced new innovations with major milestones. One of the most notable events was the retirement of Jens Nygaard Knudsen, the legendary set designer and inventor of the LEGO minifigure. His contributions shaped LEGO’s modern identity, and his departure signaled the end of an era.