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 SpecsBefore 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 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.
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.
The roof lifts right off but you can also see inside via the skylight.
The Features
The lighting and Printed Pieces
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.
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