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Master galactic building with 179 pieces! Learn secrets from real LEGO Master Builders and build three cool models.

🏛 Master Builder Academy
Set #20200

Level One - Kit 1, Space Designer

Level One - Kit 1, Space Designer is a charming introduction to LEGO building and space exploration.

🏆 Best For: Younger builders and LEGO newcomers interested in space ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 179 pcs 🎂 Ages 8+
★★★☆☆ 3.6 from 4 reviews

A solid introductory LEGO set that's great for beginners, but some find the build too simple and the overall design somewhat basic. The exclusive minifigure adds some collector appeal.

📝 Our Take

Level One - Kit 1, Space Designer is a charming introduction to LEGO building and space exploration. Part of the Master Builder Academy series, this set offers a guided building experience, teaching fundamental techniques while sparking creativity.

This set is perfect for younger builders and those new to LEGO. The clear instructions and manageable piece count make it an accessible and enjoyable project, fostering an interest in both LEGO and space design.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder seeking a challenging project. This set is designed as a learning tool, so consider larger, more complex space-themed sets like the LEGO Ideas International Space Station for a more intricate build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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179
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
👤
8-12
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Introduces basic LEGO building techniques
  • Offers a guided learning experience through the Master Builder Academy
  • Encourages creative thinking and problem-solving
  • Features a small but appealing space-themed model

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
C+
Investment Grade
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As a retired set from the Master Builder Academy series, Level One - Kit 1, Space Designer has some investment potential, particularly for collectors interested in educational LEGO sets or those seeking to complete the MBA series. Its relatively low piece count and initial retail price mean it's unlikely to become a major investment, but its scarcity and unique theme could lead to moderate appreciation over time. The set's appeal to younger builders and its educational focus may also contribute to its collectibility. However, potential investors should be aware that the market for educational LEGO sets can be niche, and returns may not be as high as those for more popular themes like Star Wars or Marvel.

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📖 About This Set

LEGO® MBA Kit 1: Begin your journey to better building!

LEARN TO BE A BETTER LEGO® BUILDER!  LEGO MBA is a series of 6 kits that progressively teach the same building techniques used by the real LEGO Master Builders.

The first LEGO® Master Builder Academy kit will boost your galactic building skills! Learn the secrets of sideways building and locking from the real LEGO Master Builders as you create 3 Space Designer models. Use your new skills to make all your models super stable and cool! Take the Space Design Challenge and create your own interstellar vehicles, then share them with other LEGO MBA members in the Space Designer gallery on LEGOmba.com.

  • Includes 84-page Designer Handbook that teaches 2 Master Builder techniques and instructions to create 3 models, one at time.
  • 1 exclusive LEGO® MBA minifigure, a brick separator, and a brick storage box with sorting tray.
  • Minifigure accessories include a helmet with goggles, and a buildable jetpack.
  • Each book has a password to use on LEGOmba.com with access to the full Kit 1 experience including exclusive Master Builder videos, more building tips, the Space Designer gallery, and the first LEGO MBA skill test!
  • Shipping and Handling rates apply.
  • Learn more about kits 2-6.
  • For more information on LEGO Master Builder Academy, please visit LEGOmba.com.
  • Featured in Family Circle’s 2011 Top 50 Gifts under $50!
  • Featured in People Magazine’s 2011 Holiday Gift Guide!
  • Featured on The View’s Hottest Holiday Toys

 

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This set is a good starting point for LEGO building, especially compared to larger, more complex sets. While it may not offer the same level of detail or challenge as sets like the LEGO City Space series, it provides a gentle introduction to the hobby. Consider this set for young children or those new to LEGO, while more experienced builders might prefer larger, more intricate space-themed models.

1 Minifigures Included

The MBA Level One minifigure is exclusive to this set, making it a unique addition for collectors interested in the Master Builder Academy series.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 58 unique parts • 168 total pieces

Slope Curved 4 x 1 No Studs [Stud Holder with Symmetric Ridges] Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 11153 Lime
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 White
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b White
Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2412b Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Lime
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Square Corners] Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 2436 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Green
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 White
Headwear Accessory Glasses / Goggles Headwear Accessor...
Part #: 30170 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 White
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Dark Purple
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Black
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Lime
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Green
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Black
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Lime
Tile 1 x 2 with Avionics Copper, Red & Silver Print Tile 1 x 2 with A...
Part #: 3069bpr0070 Black
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Lime
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Lime
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Green
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 White
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Lime
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Green
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Lime
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 White
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Lime
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Green
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Light Bluish Gray
Antenna 1 x 4 with Rounded Top Antenna 1 x 4 wit...
Part #: 3957a Metallic Silver
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 White
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 White
Wedge Curved 6 x 2 Right, Inner Ridges Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 41747 White
Wedge Curved 6 x 2 Left, Inner Ridges Wedge Curved 6 x ...
Part #: 41748 White
Wedge 4 x 2 Right Wedge 4 x 2 Right
Part #: 41767 White
Wedge 4 x 2 Left Wedge 4 x 2 Left
Part #: 41768 White
Minifig Neckwear Bracket [One Stud] Minifig Neckwear ...
Part #: 42446 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Curved Inverted 6 x 4 Wedge Curved Inve...
Part #: 43713 White
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 Green
Brick Special 1 x 1 Studs on 4 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4733 White
Wedge Plate 12 x 3 Left Wedge Plate 12 x ...
Part #: 47397 White
Wedge Plate 12 x 3 Right Wedge Plate 12 x ...
Part #: 47398 White
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Green
Slope Inverted 45° 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 4871 White
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 50950 Lime
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Black
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Lime
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Dark Purple
Wheel 18 x 14 with Pin Hole, Fake Bolts and Shallow Spokes Wheel 18 x 14 wit...
Part #: 55981 Light Bluish Gray
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 Metallic Silver
Brick Separator v1.0 Brick Separator v1.0
Part #: 6007 Green
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b Green
Brick Arch 1 x 6 x 3 1/3 Curved Top Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...
Part #: 6060 White
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60897 White
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 6091 Lime
Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate Slope 18° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 61409 Lime
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Dark Purple
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Metallic Silver
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 73983 Black
Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 White
Windscreen 8 x 4 x 2 with 4 Studs and Handle Windscreen 8 x 4 ...
Part #: 92579 Trans-Brown
Storage / Sorting Tray, Master Builder Academy Storage / Sorting...
Part #: 96826 Black
The set includes a variety of lime green elements, which can be useful for MOC builders looking to add a splash of color to their creations. The hinge plates are also handy for creating articulated models.

💎 Notable Parts

Lime Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs (8x) $0.80
Dark Purple Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (8x) $1.20
Metallic Silver Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] (6x) $1.50
Black Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] (6x) $2.10
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$5.60

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Small scale rockets and spacecraft
🏙 Futuristic cityscapes
🤖 Miniature space robots

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LEGOSupremePlease provides a positive review of the LEGO Master Builder Academy 20200 Level 1 kit, highlighting the unique design of each model and the quality of the instruction books. The reviewer specifically appreciates the exclusive minifigure included in the set.

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LEGOSupremePlease provides a positive review of the LEGO Master Builder Academy 20200 Level 1 kit, highlighting the unique design of each model and the quality of the instruction books. The reviewer specifically appreciates the exclusive minifigure included in the set.

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📖 Building Instructions 1

Level One - Kit 1, Space Designer Instructions
20200_X_ICE CREAM CRUISER
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Charts Inventory Statistics

58
Unique Parts
168
Total Pieces
1
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1