I like these because they are more 'normal' buildings you would see in real life and there isn't a ridiculous story attached to it. I also love the colors as again you would often see these colors in the wild.
It definitely is one of the more internally decorated of the older modulars. The town house side roof just screams rebuild. I’m sure you’ll be able to achieve something. 👍🏻 woooo 2nd Diagon Alley 🤣
I am torn between the two, but I am looking forward to having the building experience for sure. There will be a video at some point to compare the two and see which I prefer. It is still a fun set however.
Such a lovely pair of houses - got it years ago. I personally would never change it. The alternative version looks kinda ofd in my opinion. Nevertheless I'm looking forward to the result - when you try it ☺️
The more I watch your videos the more I want modulars! I definitely agree that townhouse roof does not goes with the rest of the build, but I have faith in you and can’t wait to see what you do to make it yours! 🤗
I like booth builds. Only the backsides are a little boring. But 99% of the time you don't look at that side 🤣 But the nicest benefit is. That they are 2 separate buildings.
That's just it! It's unsurprising you dislike the weird white overhang as it's the only part that betrays the queen anne style of the building. That white band on the apartment building should curve with the bay window and be flush with the wall!
I have mine to build and is still sealed in the box. I’m sure I will add more detail to the interior as I go along but does look ok though. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I haven't got this set, but I like that the town house has three levels (four if we include the basement), meaning it's very spacious and there's plenty of scope to add custom furniture pieces. Thanks for your review. Very interesting. 👍
Great review video. The roof on the town house looks very out of place. Think it would have looked far better had they built it in a similar style to the pet shop. Keep up the singing and dancing 😁👍
Got this from a guy off Craigslist for $100. For the price, I love this modular. It could use more detail within, but my imagination can take care of that
Got this one myself but never built it. Love all the modulars, but some are more favs than others. Just on visual appearance, I’m a bit meh on this one.
@@joydivision1976 ha ha. Thanks man. Not actually this one. I bought second hand from eBay as was relatively cheap for a modular (as said in the video). However, I do have Downtown Diner, Bookshop and corner garage all new sealed in box sitting in my back collection. I think I’ve a Lego problem 😂. I know I want them (even if I don’t have time to build now), so I figure buy whilst I’ve the cash and can get them at RRP
@@matthewpotter8491 we are working on our Lego room right now (which takes foreeeever) and until then I too have some unopened sets (they haunt me every day) aside from still working on a dozen of Lego projects and driving my wife crazy. :) So I think I know what you mean. ;)
I am haven't bought this modular for the exact same reasons. But I am thinking to buy it if I can find it for a small price and to MOC it with diffrent bricks for the apartment building (I hate the asymmetrical front bricks) and to make a nice interior myself.
Hi there! Actually, the leftmost building of assembly square has no glass in most of it's upper floor windows (where the dance studio and the music instruments store are located). ;) I always wondered why there's no rounded glass insert for those arched windows. Besides that, Pet Shop looks good, but you clearly see the progress Lego Modulars made over the years. Happy building! Edit: It took me a few seconds until I realized that the stairs at the back are an air inlet. :D
Yes indeed, I think that building technique is a nod back to the Pet shop modular (the whole set is full of little details from old sets) but yes, I wonder why they have not yet released a trans rounded window panel. I hope they'll release one at some point. Ah yes, an air inlet would make more sense actually :)
I think the reason the price for this modular stagnated, especially compared to the other ones, is because it's been in production for so long. Overall I share your opinion, I initially got it because the townhouse reminded me of the building we lived in in Richmond with it's Victorian façade and bay windows, and the flat in the pet shop reminded me of the house we loved in in Kingston upon Thales with the mezzanine bedroom. However as I built it I got quite disappointed by how empty the interior were, or how the basement wasn't really usable (that's definitely something they fixed in the bookshop!). After a while, I decided to softly MOD it by changing the pet shop into a pet food shop, and moved most of the stuff in the townhouse (except for the parakeets that are sitting on each building roofs, because that's how Twickenham is isn't it, this pesky birds 😄). But even with that I'm not entirely satisfied, I think the colours might be a bit too dull, so I'm thinking about switching it to the rebrickable alternative. That would be the first time I change completely a modular, the task is a bit daunting, but once I gather the energy I'm pretty sure I'll be happy with the end result
I agree with you, I heard they were on the shelves a long time. And yes, I have thought about adding to the interiors. I think I will leave it for now, but I am working on changing the roof slightly, so I have tried many things and I am still not entirely happy.
Yeah not my favorite Modular I really like the Bookshop and Police Station but my favorite Modulars will always be the Diner and the Brick Bank but I unfortunately don’t have any modular building 🤷♂️
The Diner is definitely beautiful and I like the look of the brick bank. Modulars are just so addictive. Are you planning on getting any at some point or not yet?
Thinking about buying this set right now. Found someone selling a new in box brick bank for 500 and if I buy that he will sell me a new in box pet shop (some box damage) for 200 USD. Thats a lot to spend but I think is a decent deal overall?
Lovely set but now that you pointed it out I totally agree with you. I love the modular builds but for some reason I cannot get past the the closed in back. I can understand the reasons (street scenes) but I have to be able to see all the beautiful interiors easily. Wow - a second DA, now that will be very interesting, so I imagine you will be closing up the back also
Interesting with your thoughts on the open backs. With regards to Diagon Alley I am mostly interesting in increasing it's height, not necessarily making it modular. But I will just see when the times comes :P
I’m not a big fan of it either. I loved it when I first got it but as the years have gone by it really hasn’t aged well compared to the other modulars. It’s cute but it’s not the best
Though I think the Pet Shop itself holds up I do think the townhouse has aged. The MOC challenge now is to design a better roof :P see if that changes things.
I like these because they are more 'normal' buildings you would see in real life and there isn't a ridiculous story attached to it. I also love the colors as again you would often see these colors in the wild.
It definitely is one of the more internally decorated of the older modulars. The town house side roof just screams rebuild. I’m sure you’ll be able to achieve something. 👍🏻 woooo 2nd Diagon Alley 🤣
I remember when this released and I think it’s iconic 🖤
Just picked up the pet shop as well and I agree with your comments. Can’t wait for your alt build video to see if that might be better :)
I am torn between the two, but I am looking forward to having the building experience for sure. There will be a video at some point to compare the two and see which I prefer. It is still a fun set however.
Such a lovely pair of houses - got it years ago. I personally would never change it. The alternative version looks kinda ofd in my opinion. Nevertheless I'm looking forward to the result - when you try it ☺️
Hi, sorry for asking, but what does "ofd" mean?
@@uniformitydubliner9691 tipo I wanted to write „off“
Very nice modular, i feel like the interiors are way to empty, you could try to add some tiles, or minibuilds.
The more I watch your videos the more I want modulars! I definitely agree that townhouse roof does not goes with the rest of the build, but I have faith in you and can’t wait to see what you do to make it yours! 🤗
They are such a slippery slope thought. They are probably the line of sets that have cost me the most :P I love them though.
I like booth builds. Only the backsides are a little boring. But 99% of the time you don't look at that side 🤣 But the nicest benefit is. That they are 2 separate buildings.
That's just it! It's unsurprising you dislike the weird white overhang as it's the only part that betrays the queen anne style of the building. That white band on the apartment building should curve with the bay window and be flush with the wall!
I have mine to build and is still sealed in the box. I’m sure I will add more detail to the interior as I go along but does look ok though. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Nice buildings Johanna great video 💜
I haven't got this set, but I like that the town house has three levels (four if we include the basement), meaning it's very spacious and there's plenty of scope to add custom furniture pieces. Thanks for your review. Very interesting. 👍
Wow, I am in love with your channel. Wish you all the best Johanna.
Great review video. The roof on the town house looks very out of place. Think it would have looked far better had they built it in a similar style to the pet shop. Keep up the singing and dancing 😁👍
Got this from a guy off Craigslist for $100. For the price, I love this modular. It could use more detail within, but my imagination can take care of that
Very true, as I said this set is definitely worth its price as it remains pretty much the cheapest retired modular.
Got this one myself but never built it. Love all the modulars, but some are more favs than others. Just on visual appearance, I’m a bit meh on this one.
You've got a sealed Lego Modular and didn't build it by now? You, Sir, have my respect for your self-control. ;)
@@joydivision1976 ha ha. Thanks man. Not actually this one. I bought second hand from eBay as was relatively cheap for a modular (as said in the video). However, I do have Downtown Diner, Bookshop and corner garage all new sealed in box sitting in my back collection. I think I’ve a Lego problem 😂. I know I want them (even if I don’t have time to build now), so I figure buy whilst I’ve the cash and can get them at RRP
@@matthewpotter8491 we are working on our Lego room right now (which takes foreeeever) and until then I too have some unopened sets (they haunt me every day) aside from still working on a dozen of Lego projects and driving my wife crazy. :)
So I think I know what you mean. ;)
@@joydivision1976 ha ha. I know the feeling. Exact same. I get told ‘we don’t have room’ for all the Lego 😂
rafael from brazil hello perfect video my friend
I am haven't bought this modular for the exact same reasons. But I am thinking to buy it if I can find it for a small price and to MOC it with diffrent bricks for the apartment building (I hate the asymmetrical front bricks) and to make a nice interior myself.
Hi there! Actually, the leftmost building of assembly square has no glass in most of it's upper floor windows (where the dance studio and the music instruments store are located). ;) I always wondered why there's no rounded glass insert for those arched windows.
Besides that, Pet Shop looks good, but you clearly see the progress Lego Modulars made over the years.
Happy building!
Edit: It took me a few seconds until I realized that the stairs at the back are an air inlet. :D
Yes indeed, I think that building technique is a nod back to the Pet shop modular (the whole set is full of little details from old sets) but yes, I wonder why they have not yet released a trans rounded window panel. I hope they'll release one at some point.
Ah yes, an air inlet would make more sense actually :)
Why?! I love that set so much and want to get it but I got assembly square instead.
I think the reason the price for this modular stagnated, especially compared to the other ones, is because it's been in production for so long. Overall I share your opinion, I initially got it because the townhouse reminded me of the building we lived in in Richmond with it's Victorian façade and bay windows, and the flat in the pet shop reminded me of the house we loved in in Kingston upon Thales with the mezzanine bedroom. However as I built it I got quite disappointed by how empty the interior were, or how the basement wasn't really usable (that's definitely something they fixed in the bookshop!). After a while, I decided to softly MOD it by changing the pet shop into a pet food shop, and moved most of the stuff in the townhouse (except for the parakeets that are sitting on each building roofs, because that's how Twickenham is isn't it, this pesky birds 😄).
But even with that I'm not entirely satisfied, I think the colours might be a bit too dull, so I'm thinking about switching it to the rebrickable alternative. That would be the first time I change completely a modular, the task is a bit daunting, but once I gather the energy I'm pretty sure I'll be happy with the end result
I agree with you, I heard they were on the shelves a long time. And yes, I have thought about adding to the interiors. I think I will leave it for now, but I am working on changing the roof slightly, so I have tried many things and I am still not entirely happy.
@@HighTeaToys can't wait to see the new roof once you find a suitable design!
Incredible video :) , wuuuuuu
I think the same as you, this modular is too empty for the price. Personally preffer bookshop.
Really like your video
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Yeah not my favorite Modular I really like the Bookshop and Police Station but my favorite Modulars will always be the Diner and the Brick Bank but I unfortunately don’t have any modular building 🤷♂️
The Diner is definitely beautiful and I like the look of the brick bank. Modulars are just so addictive. Are you planning on getting any at some point or not yet?
@@HighTeaToys Yeah I definitely wanna get those at some point in the future but they’ll be even more expensive 🙄 and I can’t afford to buy one now 😢
What did you buy it off? Bricklink or eBay
(Or any others)
I bought it off a friend. Which made it very easy. But generally I buy odd Facebook market place or Facebook lego groups.
Thinking about buying this set right now. Found someone selling a new in box brick bank for 500 and if I buy that he will sell me a new in box pet shop (some box damage) for 200 USD. Thats a lot to spend but I think is a decent deal overall?
I don't think you ever show the interior of the pet shop portion itself 😅
Lovely set but now that you pointed it out I totally agree with you. I love the modular builds but for some reason I cannot get past the the closed in back. I can understand the reasons (street scenes) but I have to be able to see all the beautiful interiors easily. Wow - a second DA, now that will be very interesting, so I imagine you will be closing up the back also
Interesting with your thoughts on the open backs. With regards to Diagon Alley I am mostly interesting in increasing it's height, not necessarily making it modular. But I will just see when the times comes :P
@@HighTeaToys I have not seen anybody yet changing up DA except for very minor details so I think it will be great to see what you end up doing.
I’m not a big fan of it either. I loved it when I first got it but as the years have gone by it really hasn’t aged well compared to the other modulars. It’s cute but it’s not the best
Though I think the Pet Shop itself holds up I do think the townhouse has aged. The MOC challenge now is to design a better roof :P see if that changes things.
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