Bennemans Posted June 29, 2015 (edited) UPDATE FEBRUARY 3rd Second version of my Dairy Shop! I made it more sturdy, and converted it into a modular. The roof was changed and a cellar at water level was added. The dairy and cheese shop is run by Cam and Bert (... get it? Cam and Bert? Camembert?), who also live above their shop... seeing as nobody else wanted to live above that, erm, "aromatic" place. The shop has a large cellar where cheese is made. A waterwheel powers the butter-churn. Outside the shop a lot of wares are displayed; a variety of cheese, milk, cream, eggs etc. The home upstairs has a living/kitchen, toilet, and a bedroom with ensuite in the attic. Dairy Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Dairy Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Dairy Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Dairy Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Dairy Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Dairy Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATE DECEMBER 16 Another little piece of my WIP Old Town Center is done; this time it’s a fishmonger. I wanted the building to be a little brother to my green grocer, using dark colors instead of the lighter shades I used in my green grocer. I used mostly dark blue, shades of brown and gray. The ground floor consist of the shop, with an office in the addition at the back. There’s a gate to the side for the delivery of supplies. On the right side is the entrance to the home above. The stoop to the front door is littered with potted plants and flowers. Below the shop is a basement where the fish is prepared, gutted, smoked and stored. The wharf assures a constant stream of fresh fish, sold by local fishermen to the fishmonger. Above the shop is a little home, with 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bath and a livingroom with open kitchen. Fishmonger by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Fishmonger by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Fishmonger by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Fishmonger by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Fishmonger by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATE! 12 july The Baker's Mill will be part of a larger complex with a bakery. The design of the Mill is based on a Dutch 'Standerdmolen' (meaning literally "Mill on a stand") The top part of the mill can turn to face the wind, and of course the sails can turn too. Speaking of sails… seems like the miller's son has gotten himself in some trouble O_o Baker's Mill by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Baker's Mill by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Baker's Mill by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr There's a little dock at the river where wheat and flour can be transported. Baker's Mill by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr There's also a little chicken coop and some beehives for fresh ingredients for the baker's baked goodies ^_^ Baker's Mill by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Baker's Mill by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ UPDATE! 29 june Just finished another little part of my old town center ^_^ This is the tobacco shop of Chester Field, the little neighbor to Miss Clementine's Green Grocer. Tobacco Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr It sells tobacco products, newspapers and magazines and some office supplies. And there's a gumballmachine outside. At the back, one of Chester Field's trusted suppliers; Ziggy Rett, is about to unload a boatload of new merchandise straight into the cellar of the shop. Tobacco Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Tobacco Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr Tobacco Shop by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Another part of my Old Town Center is done! It's a Green Grocer, situated next to the water (river) and bridge. Its architecture is based on old Dutch, German and Flemish buildings, with a big dose of my favorite artist; Anton Pieck. The building has a cellar (stock room), a shop on the ground floor, and an apartment. There's also a little extension at the back. There's a pump outside, between the front door of the apartment and the bridge. The shop displays a variety of food stuffs outside. The ugly black mess around the base hides some even uglier scaffolding. None of this will be visible as I build more around this part of the Town Center. Miss Clementine greets her customers buying her fresh produce. Outside she has apples, pineapples, strawberries, bananas, cherries, pumpkins, chilies, juice and more on display. There's garlic hanging next to the door, doubling as a vampire repellant ^_^ Mr. Jonah Gold brings a fresh batch of bright red apples, straight from his farm! Artie Choke, the stock clerk, comes out to help him unload. Around back is the old little wharf, where produce can be brought by boat, straight into the cellar. Hope you all enjoyed! Thanks! ^_^ Edited February 3, 2016 by Bennemans Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mestari Posted June 29, 2015 Marvelous! Do you have some photos with other modules? What is the target size for the display? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AirborneAFOL Posted June 29, 2015 Fascinating. Is there an interior? I'm curious your technique for obtaining some of those structural angles... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dylanfarrow Posted June 29, 2015 Beautiful! Cracking MOC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peedeejay Posted June 29, 2015 Another great building! Keep 'em coming. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted June 30, 2015 Fantastic, wonderful, beautiful , etc., AWESOME work 'Bennemans', I look forward to your next update and Brick On ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kristel Posted June 30, 2015 This is gorgeous!! I really like the wharf area, especially the view in the second last image. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xleilvparc Posted July 1, 2015 I'm curious your technique for obtaining some of those structural angles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ecmo47 Posted July 1, 2015 Beautiful! The canal side reminds me of Venice. Hope the water doesn't get too high! Nice touch with the cattails and lily pads. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheLazyChicken Posted July 2, 2015 Great job! I like the cobblestone pattern. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LAKAbricks Posted July 3, 2015 This is gorgeous!! I really like the wharf area, especially the view in the second last image. I really do agree on this! - And with all the other comments. It is a brilliant MOC, Bennemans. I cannot wait to see a cityscape made with your buildings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taluva Posted July 3, 2015 Another part of my Old Town Center is done! It's a Green Grocer, situated next to the water (river) and bridge. Its architecture is based on old Dutch, German and Flemish buildings, with a big dose of my favorite artist; Anton Pieck. Yes yes, it certainly looks like old Dutch, German or Flemish buildings! Beautiful! Maybe you can add links to other parts that are already done? Looking forward to seeing more... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Legotom Posted July 3, 2015 Wow, just wow. I would even say this is better than any of the official Lego modular buildings. Can't wait to see the rest of the display! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bennemans Posted July 5, 2015 Marvelous! Do you have some photos with other modules? What is the target size for the display? Thanks! ^_^ I've just finished one more little module, I have finished some more buildings, but not ready to be added to the display yet. The size I want it to be (my first estimate) would be about 8 time the size of this first part. Fascinating. Is there an interior? I'm curious your technique for obtaining some of those structural angles... The buildings have full finished interiors! But seeing as the buildings are no standard modular buildings, it's hard to take pictures of the inside. There are no real advanced techniques in this build, just some standard SNOT work. Yes yes, it certainly looks like old Dutch, German or Flemish buildings! Beautiful! Maybe you can add links to other parts that are already done? Looking forward to seeing more... Thanks! ^_^ Just added a bit more! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ReplicaOfLife Posted July 6, 2015 Wow! BRILLIANT tobacco shop there, congrats! :wub: Nice design throughout, and it perfectly captures the 'old town centre'-feel. I especially love the view from the back with the steep gable - reminds me of all the medieval buildings in my home town that also have such a steep roof. If I ever get around to making a Lego version of the one I live in, I'll have to borrow some ideas from your roof construction Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dazz Posted July 6, 2015 These houses look amazong. I cannot wait to see the other buildings already in the works! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Braunsfeld Posted July 11, 2015 Beautiful. With a few changes this would also be a perfect medieval city. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bennemans Posted July 11, 2015 Beautiful! Cracking MOC Another great building! Keep 'em coming. :) Very well done! Fantastic, wonderful, beautiful , etc., AWESOME work 'Bennemans', I look forward to your next update and Brick On ! This is gorgeous!! I really like the wharf area, especially the view in the second last image. Beautiful! The canal side reminds me of Venice. Hope the water doesn't get too high! Nice touch with the cattails and lily pads. I really do agree on this! - And with all the other comments. It is a brilliant MOC, Bennemans. I cannot wait to see a cityscape made with your buildings. Yes yes, it certainly looks like old Dutch, German or Flemish buildings! Beautiful! Maybe you can add links to other parts that are already done? Looking forward to seeing more... These houses look amazong. I cannot wait to see the other buildings already in the works! Beautiful. With a few changes this would also be a perfect medieval city. Thanks everybody! ^_^ I've just added some pictures of a little addition; the town mill! Baker's Mill by Ben van Middendorp, on Flickr see OP for more ^^^^^ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
P3_Super_Bee Posted July 12, 2015 Very nice... Helen, Georgia, USA comes to mind... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ReplicaOfLife Posted July 12, 2015 Wow. Just...wow. Your mill is yet another absolutely stunning build. Love every part of it, so many details everywhere and nice architectural touches, too. Must've been quite hard to get it to remain upright. Can it actually turn? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted July 12, 2015 All these old times structures and scenery is just wonderful and I can't wait to see more.......Brick On 'Bennemans' ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bennemans Posted July 12, 2015 Wow. Just...wow. Your mill is yet another absolutely stunning build. Love every part of it, so many details everywhere and nice architectural touches, too. Must've been quite hard to get it to remain upright. Can it actually turn? Thanks ^_^ It was quite hard to keep it upright at first; the top part was only connected to the small bottom building by 2 studs, and it would fall over when you sneezed at it. It is now attached by 4 studs to a turning plate with an axle running through it, giving it much more stability and making it turn with ease. The top (dark green) part turns on the bottom piramid-y building. irl you'd turn the wheel at the bottom of the staircase which would pull the mill by rope to the left or right. Of course the sails can turn around as well, but I did not motorize it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alois Posted July 12, 2015 This is a great mill! Is it supposed to be a 'wip mill'? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bennemans Posted July 12, 2015 (edited) This is a great mill! Is it supposed to be a 'wip mill'? It's based on a standerdmolen. A wip mill would have a bigger base and a smaller top, but other then that they are very similar. Edited July 12, 2015 by Bennemans Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
