BrickLink Designer sets are custom LEGO sets created by fans and produced through a collaboration between LEGO and BrickLink, an online marketplace for LEGO products. The process begins with a submission phase where LEGO enthusiasts submit their original designs. These designs are then voted on by the LEGO community, and the most popular ones move forward to a crowdfunding phase. During this phase, fans can pre-order the sets they want to see produced. If a set meets the required number of pre-orders, it goes into production and becomes available as a limited-edition set. This initiative allows LEGO fans to bring unique and innovative designs to market, providing an opportunity for creative expression and community engagement.
2022 LEGO Sets
In 2022, LEGO celebrated its 90th anniversary, marking nearly a century of creativity and innovation. Special tribute sets revived beloved classics like Castle and Space with modern techniques, delighting longtime fans. LEGO Avatar launched alongside the release of Avatar: The Way of Water, bringing Pandora’s world to life in brick form, while the LEGO BrickHeadz line broadened with more licensed characters. Core themes such as Star Wars, City, and Technic continued to perform strongly. Sustainability milestones included expanding the use of recycled plastics in elements and packaging, underscoring LEGO’s enduring commitment to environmental responsibility.