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Set 356-2 Basic Building Set with Storage Case
Universal Building Set Basic

LEGO® Basic Building Set with Storage Case

Released in 1987, the Basic Building Set with Storage Case is part of the universal building line from LEGO®. It holds 331 pieces and no minifigures, so the focus is firmly on free building.

Set number
356-2
Year
1987
Pieces
331
Minifigures
0
Theme
Basic
Different parts
50
What can I build with it?

Parts list 50

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Description

A starter box for open-ended play

There is no single model to aim for here. Instead you get a general-purpose supply of 331 pieces across 34 different part types. That may sound like limited variety, but it is exactly the point: plenty of basic bricks in a handful of shapes can be combined in countless ways. For someone starting out, or a parent putting together a first brick box, these are the pieces that turn up in almost every later project and never really go to waste.

Primary colours with black accents

The palette is bold and simple. Yellow, red and blue make up most of the set, with black added for contrast and small details. These four colours defined many basic sets of the late eighties, and they give a build an instantly recognisable look. Houses, vehicles or made-up creations all look cheerful in this mix without becoming messy. The parts list on this page shows how many pieces of each colour are included, which shapes appear, and which colour is the most common.

Why the case matters

The storage case is part of the name for a reason. It keeps the bricks together so nothing ends up scattered around the room after play, and tidying up becomes quick. For collectors this counts as a bonus, because complete sets that still come with their container are not a given after so many years. If you are buying second-hand, it is worth checking the pieces and the case separately, looking for yellowing on lighter bricks, scratches on the lid or missing small parts before you commit.

Building ideas and mixing with your own bricks

The contents are enough for simple houses, small cars or towers. Things get more interesting once you combine them with your own collection. The “What can I build?” tool on this page can suggest models after you enter the bricks you own. That way an old basic set becomes a source of new ideas, whatever its release year may be, and you get far more out of the material than the original box would ever suggest.

FAQ

How many pieces are in this set?
It contains 331 pieces in 34 different part types. There are no minifigures.
Who is a basic building set for?
It suits anyone who likes free building, from beginners to collectors of classic basic sets. It is not designed around one fixed model.
Which colours does it include?
Mainly yellow, red, blue and black. The parts list on this page shows the exact split.

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