Does the Lumibricks Christmas Pub Truly Shine? My Honest Review!

 

Hey brick fans, today we are looking at a brand new addition to my winter display: the Lumibricks Christmas Pub (Set 15014). Lumibricks (formerly known as Funwhole) has been making waves with their fully integrated light kits, and this cozy German-style tavern sounded like the perfect choice to expand my brick-built town.

As always, a big thanks goes out to Lumibricks for providing this set for my review!

Let's dive right into the specs and my thoughts on how this build came together, along with some custom modifications I made out of the box!

Set Specs

• Brand: Lumibricks
• Set Number: 15014
• Theme: Town Life
• Piece Count: 2,142 pieces
• Minifigures: 3 Minifigures + 2 Faceless Elves
• Lighting Elements: 32 LED Light Points, 6 Light Strips
• Stickers: Nope!
• Printed Pieces: 34 
• Extra Features: Music Gadget, Battery Box (AAA batteries not included), Tweezer & Brick Separator included
• Original Base Size: 28x32 studs
• Lego Compatible: Yes
• Retail Price: $119.99 USD / $166 CAD
  (Note: They also offer a Limited Edition Gift Set version that comes with a 3D greeting card and a woven gift bag for $124.99 USD)

Regular Edition

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If you prefer, the Christmas Pub set is also available on the Lumibricks Amazon store.

Unboxing

True to the brand's reputation since the rebrand, the presentation of the box for the Lumibricks Christmas Pub (15014) is superb. Unlike the flimsy cardboard we often get from other alternative brick brands, this box is incredibly solid, heavy-duty, and thick. It feels premium right from the start and ensures that the massive haul of parts arrives well-protected during transit. 

The front artwork perfectly captures that cozy, festive winter village vibe, while the side and back layouts cleanly display the multi-level layout, safety warning details regarding the electronics, and a preview of upcoming sets in the theme. The set splits its massive 2,142-piece assembly across two instruction booklets.

Packed inside the box, I counted 39 bags of parts neatly numbered 1 through 10 plus 2 bags marked S and two bags marked F, perfectly matching up with the build stages in the instruction manuals.

The Light Kit

The lighting kit includes the AAA battery pack (batteries not included), tweezers, screwdriver, and three pouches.  The pouches contain all of the lighting elements such as dot and strip lights, hub, usb plug and special for this set, the audio module and speaker.

The Build Experience and my Modifications

The build spans across three distinct floors: a ground-floor German pub, a second floor dedicated to live music entertainment and beer tasting, and a tiny attic space where the little elves live.

Right off the bat, I knew I wanted to integrate this into my existing modular setup, so I expanded the base to a standard 32x32 stud footprint and mounted the entire structure onto one of my custom MILS (Modular Integrated Landscaping System) plates.  I added a few extra 4x4 light gray tiles where needed.

Giving the build those extra four studs of this enlarged base creates a comfortable amount of walking and breathing space right in front of the beer tasting station.

I was progressing through the build ok and had constructed the front and side wall around stage 3

when I ran into the issue of the wiring for the beer tasting station light being too short. 

 I think I left too much slack under the floors initially, so I had to deconstruct the walls and floors of the pub to lengthen the wiring.   Anyways it was probably a good time to test the lighting while I was at it.

The ground floor came alive with a magnificent spread of food on the dining room table, all bathed in the warm, flickering glow of the fireplace.

I love the opening feature of the back wall.  The designers of the pub did a great job of tucking in a staircase and a fully stocked kitchen area in such a small space.

On the second floor of the Christmas pub, guests can unwind in a cozy lounge dedicated to live music and craft beer tastings.  On both floors we find lots of prints on the walls.

Again, we have easy access via the swing away wall on the second floor.

There's a small stage equipped with a guitar and drum kit, and not far away is a keyboard with sheet music for Silent Night,   Lumibricks did a fantastic job designing this structure for maximum playability and display access.

The third floor attic is the beer elves hideaway.   The beer elves are studded bricks with beards and christmas hats.  I would have preferred some actual minifigures instead.

As you can see, the attic offers plenty of headroom, allowing your regular sized minifigures to stand completely upright inside.

The Exterior

Moving from the cozy hideouts and bustling brewing stations inside, the exterior of the pub is just as exquisite, standing out as a breathtaking winter centerpiece.

Check out all the printing and details around the windows, and the Christmas tree looks spectacular all lit up.   Looks like the snowman has seen better days though.

Some more patrons are starting to gather at the expanded Beer Tasting Station.

The Snowfall Beer House sign looks so good.

I don't know if Lumibricks has introduced this owl in their other sets, but it's the first time I've seen the cool moveable head feature.  

Play Features: The Good and the Bad

While the overall architectural aesthetic is incredibly charming, the set includes a few moving play features that felt a bit unnecessary. There is a tilting table mechanism on the second floor and a feature that rolls out hidden green bottles from a secret pathway above the fireplace mural.  I always ended up getting the bottles stuck inside the fireplace chimney.  I forgot to take pictures of these features in action, so I'll let you discover it for yourself.

Oh and I must mention the special feature that comes with the Christmas pub.  It's this neat little audio module programmed to play 6 festive Christmas tunes.

1. I Wish You a Merry Christmas
2. Happy New Year
3. Deck the Halls
4. Jingle Bells
5. Silent Night
6. The First Noel

Unfortunately I didn't read the instructions thoroughly and thought that the black device was the on off button.  In fact it was the speaker, doh.

The real switch is the little black nob.  By pressing it once each time you can cycle through the tunes.

The Highlights: Lighting and Minifigs

Seeing the Christmas Pub completely lit up is honestly breathtaking—photos just don't do it justice. My custom expanded baseplate is the perfect finishing touch.

While the set officially includes these three standard minifigures, I couldn't resist populating the scenes with a few extra Lumifigs from my personal collection for some of these shots.

Last but not least, how cute are these tiny portraits? I love the reindeer one so much that I'm really hoping Lumibricks makes it into a real figure. That would be awesome!

Final Verdict

Ultimately, the Lumibricks Christmas Pub 15014 stands out as a beautiful, richly detailed addition to any festive display. For the best experience, I recommend expanding it to a 32x32 MILS plate to truly showcase the tasting room, and don't fret over the finicky play mechanisms and the not figure elves. The stunning, integrated lighting system alone makes this set a breathtaking seasonal masterpiece.

🌟 Final verdict: A massive 4.9 out of 5 for this incredible set! 🎄🍻 It is an absolute must-have for the holidays!

Let me know in the comments if you plan on adding this to your winter village this year! 

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Regular Edition

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If you prefer, the Christmas Pub set is also available on the Lumibricks Amazon store.

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Why Lumibricks "The Bodega 26" is a Must-Have for your Lego City

 

Hey brick fans, it’s review time again!

Today, thanks to Lumibricks, we are going to look at one of their newest and most highly anticipated additions to the Street Fusion lineup: The Bodega 26 (Set 19017).

If you have been following my blog, Its Not Lego, you know that I have a massive soft spot for modular street scenery that fits perfectly into a bustling brick town layout. As many of you know, Lumibricks was originally known as Funwhole before their complete rebranding. 

Despite the name change, they continue to be the absolute pioneers of building block sets with fully integrated LED lighting systems. They don’t just slap a third-party light kit onto an existing build; they design the structures from the ground up to hide wires, route cables, and cast a cinematic, warm glow.

The corner bodega is a staple of urban street culture—a 24-hour haven for quick snacks, hot sandwiches, late-night lottery tickets, and a friendly chat with the neighborhood owner. Seeing Lumibricks tackle this distinct slice of city life on a compact scale had me incredibly eager to get my hands on it. The set officially drops on August 26, 2026, but I managed to secure an early copy to give you the full breakdown. Let’s dive straight in and see if this small build packs the flagship punch we’ve come to expect!

The Specs

Before we crack open the box, let's look at the core specifications for The Lumibricks Bodega 26:

• Brand: Lumibricks (Formerly Funwhole)
• Set Number: 19017
• Theme: Town Life / Street Fusion
• Piece Count: 618 pieces
• Minifigures: 1 Lumibricks style minifigure ("Papi")
• Lighting: An Integrated 3-point LED light system with a battery box/USB plug
• Footprint: 16x24 stud baseplate
• Stickers: None! 100% premium printed parts, 48 in total!
• Compatibility: Fully compatible with standard major brand bricks
• Price: $39.99 USD/$55CDN

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Unboxing

The packaging is exactly what we have come to expect from premium Lumibricks releases. The box features beautiful matte-finish artwork showcasing the Bodega in a typical urban setting. A lot of people have wondered if the taxi depicted on the box is included in the set, but I'm sad to say it's not.

Inside the main box, you are greeted by parts bags, an orange packet and a colourful instruction booklet.

The parts bags are numbered 1 through 4 to correspond to the steps in the instruction manual. I counted a total of 11 numbered bags.

There are 2 extra parts bags marked S and a parts bag marked F which typically contains special bricks for the lighting elements and the lumibricks style minifigure.  Also, there is a dedicated, separate orange packet containing the delicate LED component pieces, including the proprietary thin wiring, light elements, and a CR2032 battery box (batteries not included). 

The 163 page instruction book is excellent, featuring a little blurb about Papi, the Bodega owner, his cat, and the features of the Bodega with clear and colourful instructions.

Here are the stars of the show, that pigeon is cool too!  The bodega cat and the pigeon both feature turnable heads so you can pose them any way you want.

Building the Bodega

Building the Bodega is an absolute joy, especially if you love highly detailed micro-interiors. Unlike standard modular buildings where you build the structural walls first and drop the furniture in later, Lumibricks has you assemble the vibrant interior layout right from the get-go.

Step 1 - the base

On the compact 16x24 base, every single stud of real estate is utilized with surgical precision. You start by laying down the tiled flooring and immediately building up the tiny store fixtures.

Step 2 - the interior

There is a detailed sandwich counter counter complete with a tiny coffee station, a deli counter, a cooler fridge,  rows of printed soda cans, beer bottles, and individual snack bags.

Step 3 - the walls

We placed the walls, windows and awnings for the bodega.  So many printed parts make up the awning.

Step 4 - The roof

The roof lifts right off but you can also see inside via the skylight.

The Features

The lighting and Printed Pieces

There are three points of light in the bodega, one is inside the shop.

Another is over the bodega entrance.  The sign is busy and colourful!

Lastly on the corner to light up the sign.  My wire was a bit short and couldn't reach the peg to hold the light so i just left it loose.  I wish the Papi Grocery store was backlit like the Lumibricks Barber shop sign.  Access to the rooftop is via the ladder.

More missed opportunites for more lighting could have been the 8 Down soda sign or the Deli sign.  Lots of prints though!  I like how 8 Down is a play on 7 Up.

For play and display, the rear wall swings open for easy access to the interior!

Here's a closer look at the features out front.  Love the ATM machine and the gumball machine.  Even the window glass has prints all over it adding to the realism.

Extra bonus!  The entire front wall can be removed for even more interior access, so cool!

If I had to complain about one thing, it's that the hotdogs are way too high, can just barely reach them.  I think I might have to lower the counter, Papi's getting old and accessibility is an issue.

Final Thoughts

If you are an adult fan of bricks (AFOL) looking for an evening build that you can easily finish in a single sitting without sacrificing premium detail, The Lumibricks Bodega 26 is a must-buy. Coming in at just 618 pieces, it packs a massive amount of personality, urban character, and vibrant display value into a modest footprint.

It provides an unparalleled, cozy, real-world city atmosphere that major brick brands simply do not offer in their standard line-ups. The fact that it comes packed with a custom-engineered lighting kit and 100% fully printed parts makes it an incredible value statement for your custom town layout. I highly recommend picking this up to add some authentic street fusion to your city block!

I'll give it a 4.7 out of 5 score, only because the exterior lighting wire was a bit too short, and the hotdog counter too high, otherwise  the play features like the opening back wall and removable storefront were great features!  In my opinion the lighting for this set is just ok.

Here's a look at how I integrated the Bodega into my city!  And the taxi has arrived!

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