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Trump Walker

Trump Walker

Wednesday, Jul 20, 2022

Make the force Great Again!!!

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Death Star vs Alderaan

Death Star vs Alderaan

Wednesday, Jul 13, 2022

A diorama capturing the last moments of Alderaan! This LEGO Star Wars MOC was inspired by the infamous scene where the Death Star fires its superlaser at Alderaan.

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BrickHeadz Cyclist Dad

BrickHeadz Cyclist Dad

Saturday, Apr 30, 2022

A mini tribute to cycling dads, mustache, camera and all!

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2 minute read
FMQ LEGO Logo

FMQ LEGO Logo

Friday, Apr 22, 2022

LEGO recreation of the FMQ logo, my fisrt MOC

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About the Builder

Engineering precision meets the nostalgia of the 80s and 90s. Welcome to Bird Brick Builds, where technical logic and plastic bricks collide.

Electronics engineering is the foundation of my professional life, but LEGO design is the creative heartbeat. This journey began in the golden era of Technic and Classic Space: a time defined by the neon-orange saws of Ice Planet 2002, the magnetic complexity of M:Tron, and the futuristic frontiers of Space Police. That early fascination with how complex systems click together directly influenced the path toward an engineering career.

One unique detail: color-blindness often makes these designs an adventure. If a MOC features a particularly “bold” color scheme, just know it looked perfectly logical through an engineer’s eyes. This perspective adds a unique layer to the design process, often leading to unexpected and striking results.

The return to the brick happened in April 2022. What started as a project for the marketing team at Fabamaq (my previous workplace) to build a corporate logo evolved into a broader mission: turning pop culture, retro tech, and nostalgia into brick reality. From arcade icons to intricate movie props, the goal is always the same: pixel-perfect accuracy.

While premium instructions are hosted on Rebrickable to support the ongoing costs of the project, a free version of most models is shared right here. This is a commitment to giving back to the community that provided the initial inspiration and the techniques used today.

Thank you for visiting the workshop. Now, let’s build something great.

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Eduardo Sousa - Custom LEGO Minifigure caricature of the electronics engineer and LEGO MOC designer
Primary Role Electronics Engineer & MOC Designer
Specialization Retro Gaming, Technology, Music, Space, Pop Culture, Corporate Branding, Movies, Cartoons, and TV Shows.
Design Philosophy Models must be fun to build, offer a challenge, and resonate with the story.
Software Stack Ubuntu, LeoCAD, LPub3D, Studio, Shotcut, GIMP, Git, GitLab, VSCode.
Location Porto, Portugal
Social Links

Support the Project

Every MOC on this site is shared for free. If you find these designs helpful, your support fuels the drafting board and covers the costs of professional design software and physical model testing.

Support Options

1. Premium Instructions The most effective way to support this project is by purchasing a thematic MOC on Rebrickable:

  • The Fuel Pack: Coffee Espresso MOC
  • The Celebration Pack: Classic Beer Mug MOC
  • Full Design Catalog

2. Direct Contribution For a quick boost to keep the late-night engineering sessions going:

  • Support via Buy Me a Coffee

3. Join the Community Stay updated with the latest builds and behind-the-scenes engineering:

  • Follow @BirdBrickBuilds on Instagram

For the full story behind the “Coffee & Beer” mission, visit the Support Page .

Technical Directory

A structured index of my external repositories and professional profiles.

MOC Repositories

Primary hubs for model discovery and technical asset hosting.

  • Rebrickable : The central catalog for all premium instructions and part inventories.
  • BrickSafe : High-resolution image repository and technical file storage for complex builds.

Engineering & Code

Professional profiles and version-controlled source files.

  • GitLab : Open-source repository hosting the codebase for this website and other technical projects.
  • LinkedIn : Professional profile focusing on electronics engineering and technical leadership.

Connectivity & Social

  • Instagram : Daily updates and behind-the-scenes engineering logs.
  • LinkTree : Quick-access hub for projects and cross-platform social links.

Rights & Licensing

I believe in the power of the LEGO community and the importance of open-source knowledge sharing. Providing my instructions for free is my way of giving back to the community that has inspired and helped me grow as a designer.

Open Source License

Free designs on this site use:

CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share-Alike

Attribution, Non-Commercial, and Share-Alike required.

Professional Exceptions
  • Commissions: Engineered for specific clients and subject to private agreements.
  • Premium Files: Instructions on Rebrickable are subject to platform-specific copyrights.
Legal Disclaimer

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group which does not sponsor or endorse this site.

Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners, used here for artistic tribute.

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