When’s the last time you played with Lego? And no, we don’t mean the last time you helped your child assemble a model. We’re asking when the last time is that you actually sat down with a box full of Lego bricks and created something? The answer is probably a long time ago. Sure Lego is advertised as a toy for children, but the colorful and simple Lego pieces are the building blocks of basic 3D design. People of all ages can (and should) still benefit from playing with Legos.
Have you ever needed to easily-visualize a project but didn’t have the materials to do so? Lego is your solution. From the basics of arranging a room in your home all the way up to designing a skyscraper, Lego has you covered. Lego has even introduced a new architectural line to its collection that allows the advanced creation of structures like the White House and even the complicated yet iconic Sydney Opera House. The tools for visualizing any project are at your disposal with Lego.
Beyond the practical and visual functions of Lego, there are also less-visual benefits. Psychological studies have shown that learning is intrinsically-entwined with creativity. Sitting down to play with Lego could actually be the part of the process that inspires the most creativity for your project. Playing gives you the freedom to think outside the box and explore ideas and opportunities that may have seemed impossible before. Lego satisfies the playtime aspect and the functional aspect of visual creation.
We don’t recommend that you make a room that’s boxy and painted with bright primary colors, but we do believe that playing with Legos will help you visualize and complete your design projects. Plus, it will be a blast!
Read the full article here: Why All Architects Should Play With Lego