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Set 21142 The Polar Igloo
Minecraft

The Polar Igloo

The Polar Igloo recreates a snowy corner of the Minecraft world in physical bricks, built from 278 pieces and including 2 minifigures. Released in 2018, it sits among the smaller sets in the Minecraft range. It's a compact build for anyone who wants a taste of the game's blocky look without committing to a large set.

Set number
21142
Year
2018
Pieces
278
Minifigures
2
Theme
Minecraft
Different parts
87
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 87

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Spare parts (10)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Minifigures 2

Alternative models

Fan models by Rebrickable users that you can build (mostly) from this set’s parts. Instructions are available from the designers.

All 2 ideas at Rebrickable ↗

What can I build with it?

Description

Blocky snow-biome design

Like every Minecraft set, the Polar Igloo turns the game's voxel world into stackable bricks, and the effect comes through clearly in the walls, roof and surrounding terrain. White and light bluish grey dominate for snow and ice, with reddish brown and medium nougat breaking up the ground and structural details. Across 87 distinct parts the model stays easy to read at a glance, which makes it a straightforward build for anyone new to Minecraft's square-edged style rather than the smoother shapes found in most other building-brick ranges.

A small, focused build

At 278 pieces, this is one of the shorter Minecraft builds, closer to an afternoon project than a weekend one, while still using 87 different elements to keep the sorting and stacking interesting throughout. Many pieces repeat in white and light bluish grey, so the build has a rhythm to it once the snow walls take shape and the roof starts to close over. Checking the full parts list on this page beforehand is useful if you're planning to mix bricks with other snow or ice sets from the range.

Two minifigures for the scene

The set ships with 2 minifigures, enough to give the igloo a bit of a story whether it ends up on a shelf or in active play. Minecraft minifigures typically carry game-specific faces and gear rather than a classic look, so it's worth checking exactly which pieces are included before buying, particularly if you're combining this set with other Minecraft builds already on hand. The parts list on this page covers every included element and colour in detail.

Who it suits

The Polar Igloo works well for anyone who wants a self-contained Minecraft scene rather than a sprawling build, and its modest piece count makes it approachable for younger builders while still holding appeal for collectors assembling a wider winter landscape over time. Because the set is compact, it's also a reasonable way to test whether Minecraft's brick style suits your taste before investing in a larger set. The full parts list below shows exactly which bricks and colours to expect.

FAQ

How many pieces does The Polar Igloo have?
It has 278 pieces across 87 distinct parts, plus 2 minifigures.
Does it match other Minecraft sets?
The white, light bluish grey and reddish brown palette pairs well with other snow or mountain-themed Minecraft sets.
Is this a good starter Minecraft set?
Its relatively low piece count makes it an accessible entry point into Minecraft's blocky building style.

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