Blockland Lego cafe takes constructive approach
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A new cafe in Chiang Mai, Blockland Lego, has nearly 200 sets of the building blocks for customer use. Paying THB140 (US$4) an hour, customers of all ages can build the Lego masterpieces of their dreams. The cafe provides the more expensive sets including those featuring Marvel Comics superheroes and Star Wars (its Death Star collection comprises more than 4000 pieces and retails at more than THB16,000).
Blockland Lego owner Taewon Park, a South Korean expat, says he decided to open the business in Chiang Mai following the popularity of Lego cafes in his country. He was also inspired by his nieces and nephew, who are Lego fans.
His shop, in Ruamchok Mall, also hires Lego enthusiasts as workers, who can help customers with their constructions by request.
“There are 194 Lego sets in my shop,” says Park, who is buying another 75.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the cost for customers to use the Lego sets at Blockland Lego cafe?
What is the cost for customers to use the Lego sets at Blockland Lego cafe?
Customers at Blockland Lego cafe pay THB140 (US$4) per hour to access the nearly 200 available sets. This allows them to build various Lego creations for the duration of their visit.
Q.Which specific types of expensive Lego sets are available for customers to build at Blockland Lego?
Which specific types of expensive Lego sets are available for customers to build at Blockland Lego?
Blockland Lego provides several expensive sets, including those themed around Marvel Comics superheroes and Star Wars. Their Death Star collection has over 4000 pieces and retails for more than THB16,000.
Q.What inspired the owner, Taewon Park, to open the Blockland Lego cafe in Chiang Mai?
What inspired the owner, Taewon Park, to open the Blockland Lego cafe in Chiang Mai?
Taewon Park, a South Korean expat, was inspired by the popularity of Lego cafes in his home country. He was also motivated by his nieces and nephew, who are keen Lego fans.
Q.Where is the Blockland Lego cafe located in Chiang Mai?
Where is the Blockland Lego cafe located in Chiang Mai?
The Blockland Lego cafe is situated within the Ruamchok Mall in Chiang Mai. It is a new establishment offering nearly 200 Lego sets for customer use.
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