LegoJalex Posted August 4, 2014 (edited) A closed food store, that either has been closed for the day or for good. I wanted in this model to try and build in a scale between minifig scale and micro scale. The "Food store" sign and "open daily" sign are custom made. Edited August 4, 2014 by LegoJalex Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retro Posted August 4, 2014 I really like this. Although I don't live in the USA, I''ve always liked the feel of dislocation, and loneliness represented by diners and food stores (supermarkets) and the like. The more so if they are closed/abandoned , the Detroit vibe I suppose. The details here are nifty. Particarly the roof with the chillers and air con plant on top. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Withacee Posted August 4, 2014 (edited) I love this design; the fact that it's too small for minifig scale and too large for micro makes it pretty much stand on its own, though. It can't really be fitted in a Modular town, city or Micropolis. Very creative, though! Keep putting those bricks together! Edited August 4, 2014 by Withacee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted August 4, 2014 Nice work, but I would really want to see this in minifig scale......Brick On 'LegoJalex' ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eurotrash Posted August 4, 2014 It looks good! It's an interesting scale you've chosen. I like it - we should call it LegoJalex scale! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
-Carson Haupt- Posted August 4, 2014 I'd almost say it's microfig scale! Looks great, love the doors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bricknblue Posted August 4, 2014 I really like this scale, not enough people build in it and it reminds me of LEGO's old days when they had small buildings and Matchbox like cars. It's really nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yzalirk Posted August 4, 2014 Awesome grocery store! I like the use of the dark tan brick pieces and the air conditioners on the roof! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cgarison Posted August 4, 2014 Really Nice. The size of the building reminds me of my youth when Mom would take me to the grocery after visiting the produce market and the butcher. Wonderful days prior to the onslaught of super sized stores invading out communities and putting all the local business out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LegoJalex Posted August 4, 2014 Thanks for all your comments! It is really nice to read them! I really like this scale, not enough people build in it and it reminds me of LEGO's old days when they had small buildings and Matchbox like cars. It's really nice. Yeah LEGO actually had a similiar size back then, like this little set (608). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CityBuilder Posted August 5, 2014 Really nice supermarket, it does have a Detroit feel to it. I didn't even notice it was smaller scale at first. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kristel Posted August 5, 2014 This is awesome! Love all the little details, like the broken lamp on the right hand side. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LegoJalex Posted August 6, 2014 Really nice supermarket, it does have a Detroit feel to it. I didn't even notice it was smaller scale at first. Thanks! Yes that is interesting, since I have actually used photos of Swedish food stores. Maybe I had Detroit subconsciously on my mind. :) This is awesome! Love all the little details, like the broken lamp on the right hand side. Thanks a lot! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LEGO Train 12 Volts Posted August 7, 2014 What a great MOC, I like the atmosphere that evokes this magnificent creation! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheLazyChicken Posted August 8, 2014 The abandoned look of this is great! Also it's the first time I have seen someone do a type of scale like this, great job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LegoJalex Posted August 15, 2014 What a great MOC, I like the atmosphere that evokes this magnificent creation! The abandoned look of this is great! Also it's the first time I have seen someone do a type of scale like this, great job! What a great MOC, I like the atmosphere that evokes this magnificent creation! Thanks for your comments! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Legogal Posted August 15, 2014 The details really make this build stand out. Especially on the roof and exterior walls. These places can be found all over the US because there seem to be as many stores closed for good as open stores these days. Not something I would have thought to build, but quite realistic. Congratulations on a fine build! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites