DOTS

Photo Holder Cube

The Photo Holder Cube (30557) is a small LEGO® DOTS display set: a decorated cube with a built-in photo holder for a desk. With 109 pieces and 23 unique elements, it forms a mosaic pattern with no minifigure involved. White, light aqua, coral and dark purple give it a summery colour scheme.

Set number
30557
Year
2021
Pieces
109
Minifigures
0
Theme
DOTS
Different parts
23
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 23

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 (8)

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

Description

A cube that holds a photo

The Photo Holder Cube belongs to the LEGO® DOTS range and pairs a display object with a practical function: one side holds a photo or note in place, while the remaining faces are decorated with colourful DOTS tiles. Unlike a pure display build, the cube stays useful once finished, working on a desk or bedside table as a small picture frame that can be redecorated whenever you like. Redecorating it is simple too, so the motif can be updated for a new photo or occasion without buying the set again.

23 elements for a personal pattern

With 23 different elements, this set offers noticeably more design freedom than a plain DOTS refill pack. The tiles can be arranged into your own pattern, so no two finished cubes have to look alike even if they start from the same instructions. The parts list on this page shows all 23 elements with their colour and quantity, useful if a tile goes missing or you're after a specific shape for your own design. Owners of several DOTS sets in particular can match colours and shapes from the parts list against other sets to plan a consistent look.

White, aqua, coral and dark purple

The colour palette of white, light aqua, coral and dark purple feels fresh and summery, standing apart from the bolder primary colours used in many classic LEGO® sets. White works as a neutral background for your own pattern, aqua and coral provide contrast, and dark purple adds small accents. This calm colour choice makes the finished cube a subtle display piece that fits well into bright, modern room decor without feeling too loud. That sets it apart from action-oriented sets built around strong reds or blues, fitting better with calm, tidy desk setups.

A small gift with personal value

Because you can slot in your own photo, the Photo Holder Cube works well as a small, personal gift, for example with a holiday photo or a picture of friends. With no minifigure and only 109 pieces, it's a quick build, though the 23 elements still leave room for an individual result. Later on, it can be combined with other DOTS sets to build a larger, matching colour scheme across a desk. It also works well as a small everyday gift, for instance at the start of a school year or as a simple thank-you, since it builds quickly and gives easily.

FAQ

What is the Photo Holder Cube for?
It's a DOTS display cube with a built-in photo holder that keeps a picture or note in place. The remaining sides are decorated with colourful tiles.
How many different pieces does the set include?
The 109 pieces are made up of 23 unique elements in white, light aqua, coral and dark purple, allowing for an individual pattern.
Does the set make a good gift?
Yes, the photo holder makes it easy to personalise, for example with your own photo. Its compact size also makes it a simple, small gift.

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