What is a 'Book Nook' set?

A book nook is a narrow diorama placed between books on a shelf so a small scene appears to open into the shelf.

How many minifigures are included?

The set includes two minifigures for small scenes in Dumbledore's office.

What colours dominate the set?

Tan, reddish brown, dark tan and pearl gold create the warm wood-and-brass palette.

Harry Potter

Book Nook: Dumbledore's Office

Book Nook: Dumbledore's Office 76478 brings Hogwarts' headmaster office into the LEGO® Harry Potter range as a bookshelf insert. At 1,182 pieces with two minifigures, it combines shelf décor with real detail.

Set number: 76478
Year: 2026
Pieces: 1,182
Minifigures: 2
Theme: Harry Potter
Different parts: 294

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 294

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 (41)

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

Minifigures 2

Harry Potter, Gryffindor Robes Open, Short Legs (3626c Head) fig-0115894 pieces × 1
Albus Dumbledore, Dark Red Robe with Dark Purple Trim fig-0177195 pieces × 1

Description

A book nook for the shelf

294 unique parts go into the many small details that define a book nook set: shelving, furniture and decor pieces sized to slot between books on a shelf. The build is deliberately narrow and deep so it fits into a regular row of books. Setting the 1,182 pieces against the 294 unique parts shows a ratio that is typical for Harry Potter sets, mixing recurring basic elements with more elaborate specialised pieces, which keeps the build varied without ever feeling unnecessarily complicated.

Two minifigures from Hogwarts

Two minifigures let you stage small scenes in the office, such as a conversation between teacher and student. That lifts the set above a purely decorative diorama, even though shelf styling remains its main purpose. This colour distribution is typical of Harry Potter sets in this size range and directly shapes how uniform or contrasting the finished model looks on a shelf, something worth considering when building out a wider collection.

Warm Hogwarts colours

Tan, reddish brown, dark tan and pearl gold define the look, a warm wood-and-brass palette that suits a headmaster's office in the Hogwarts style. The parts list on this page shows how the 1,182 pieces split across those colours. Before buying, it is also worth checking the 2 included minifigures, since that number signals whether the set leans toward extended play scenes or a single display piece, which makes the buying decision easier depending on how you plan to use it.

Parts list for shelf styling

If you already own other book nook sets, the parts list on this page gives a good basis for comparing colour palettes and shape variety, with all 294 unique parts listed by quantity and colour. At 1,182 pieces, the set sits toward the upper end for the book nook category, reflecting a particularly high number of small furnishing details. For shelf styling, it is also worth checking the narrow base plates that let the set slot between books in the first place. Especially across Harry Potter sets with a similar piece count, comparing several parts lists before buying is a good way to judge how much shape variety versus repetition each set actually offers.

FAQ

What is a 'Book Nook' set?: A book nook is a narrow diorama placed between books on a shelf so a small scene appears to open into the shelf.
How many minifigures are included?: The set includes two minifigures for small scenes in Dumbledore's office.
What colours dominate the set?: Tan, reddish brown, dark tan and pearl gold create the warm wood-and-brass palette.