Hi everyone,
Hello, today I’m going to present to you the Ski Lodge from the brand Funwhole. This is the first set in this theme that I’m getting, and I already own several Christmas sets from Lego. If you’d like, I could share a photo of my Christmas village when the time comes!
Informations
Box & Instructions
As usual, the box is sturdy and has a top-opening design. The instruction manual is also well-detailed, with some sections offering a top-down zoom to avoid mistakes.
Special parts and Minifigures
There is a change in the casing compared to the previous sets I’ve bought: it now includes a screw and a mini screwdriver. Additionally, there is a small clip that is very useful for handling wires, and the option to connect to a multi-USB outlet. As for the minifigures, they maintain Funwhole’s style, with each character able to swap hair for an accessory (hat or helmet). There is also an extra jacket.
Base
The first step is building the base ready to hold the lodge. The level of detail and volume is truly stunning, with a campfire connected to an LED—looking forward to seeing how it lights up!
Starting the Ground Floor
Here we build the entrance. The wall construction is somewhat simplistic and repetitive, made with special bricks with studs. The fireplace will also be lit up with LEDs.
Furnishing the Room
It’s time to fill up the living room. The images show several printed pieces, including a beautiful sofa/armchair set, a fireplace with socks, a clock, and a Christmas tree, along with ski gear hanging to dry. The coffee table features a game console, a board game, and a nice pizza for a cozy evening by the fire. There’s also a medicine cabinet for treating any falls.
Completing the Ground Floor
In this part, we finish the ground floor with an orange staircase that uses panels for a smooth effect across the steps. The cable management is done under the staircase. There is an opening in the back wall to view the interior when it’s lit up. The interior side is covered by a wall-mounted bookshelf.
First Exterior Finishes
Now that the walls are up, it’s time to cover all the gaps. On the right side, there’s a large ad for the ski resort, and you can see the snow boots and snowboard drying. At the front, wooden beams and a small lamp can be seen. The chimney finally makes its appearance on the left side!
Starting the Upper Floor
During the construction of the upper floor, we place the lights that will also illuminate the ground floor. We then build a bunk bed, a desk with a computer, a wardrobe, and a dresser, as well as a heater connected to the fireplace.
Finishing the Upper Floor
We create the base for the roof, a brick-built door, and a balcony illuminated by an LED.
First Roof
The roof is snow-covered, using different pieces to create an impressive snow effect.
Second Roof
Surprise during the build—a small squirrel is hiding in the attic, having stolen the missing pizza slice! The roof construction uses techniques similar to the first roof, but with an added chimney.
Installing the Electricity
As shown in the photos, here’s how the cables are hidden. Note that for those who, like me, opt not to use the battery pack, there is no decorative alternative to cover the holes.
Final Exterior Touches
We’re almost done; it’s time to add the exterior details. I love the ad on the left side of the lodge. The brick-built trees are adorable. On the right, there’s a snowman and a large pile of snow that’s fallen from the roof. There are also small ice spikes, a great idea to show different ice shapes. One small downside: the rabbits have no eyes, nose, etc.
The Snowboarder
This section features a small build with a mechanism to spin the snowboarder—fun to construct.
Final Result
The final result is stunning, with various lights looking great, especially the slightly flickering campfire light. Despite a few issues mentioned in this review, the set is very enjoyable to build. The main downside, as usual, is the minifigures—they’re nearly impossible to seat, and their hands aren’t practical. Also, there’s no bathroom or toilet, which is understandable given space limitations in a lodge, but having somewhere to wash up feels like the minimum.
Pros
- Brick quality
- Finishes
- Variety of LED colors
- Lots of printed pieces
Cons
- Minifigures
- Slightly repetitive walls and roofs
- No bathroom/toilet?
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