How many pieces are in the Houses of the World 4?

Houses of the World 4 contains 318 pieces.

When was the Houses of the World 4 released?

Houses of the World 4 was released in 2023.

🏛 Promotional

Set #40599

Houses of the World 4

Houses of the World 4 is a charming and culturally inspired LEGO set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 12+ · Beginner build Ideal for LEGO fans who enjoy small, detailed builds and cultural themes, suitable for ages 8+
Build: 318 pieces · about 2.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.8 community rating from 43 ratings

Fans appreciate the cultural theme and unique design of this promotional set, finding it a charming and quick build. Some wish for more intricate details and a larger scale, but overall it's considered a worthwhile addition to the Houses of the World series.

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📝 Our Take

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Houses of the World 4 is a charming and culturally inspired LEGO set. Continuing the series, this promotional set offers a delightful glimpse into architectural styles from around the globe, making it a unique and engaging build.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who appreciate diverse designs and smaller, detailed builds. It's a quick and satisfying project, ideal for adding to a collection or displaying as a standalone piece.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more complex builds or if you're not interested in architectural themes. Consider other LEGO Architecture sets or larger Creator Expert models for a more involved building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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318

Pieces

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2.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Intricate detailing captures the essence of global architectural styles
Uses clever techniques to create unique structural elements
Features vibrant colors and plant elements to enhance visual appeal
Offers a compact and displayable model

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

As a promotional set, Houses of the World 4 carries a unique investment profile. Its limited availability and appeal to collectors interested in architectural themes could drive up its value over time. However, its relatively small piece count and potential for future similar promotions should be considered. Keeping the set sealed and in mint condition will be crucial for maximizing its investment potential. While not a guaranteed high-return investment, it holds potential for moderate appreciation, especially among collectors of promotional LEGO sets.

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Compared to other architectural sets, Houses of the World 4 offers a smaller, more accessible build. While sets like the LEGO Architecture Skyline series (e.g., 21044-1 Paris) provide larger, more detailed models of famous cities, this promotional set offers a unique cultural theme at a lower price point. It's a good alternative for those seeking a quick and interesting build without a significant investment.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 318
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 69 unique parts, 318 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Tile Round 1 x 2

Part #: 1126 1× Medium Nougat

Brick 1 x 1 x 3

Part #: 14716 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 4× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 1× White

Plant, with Bar a...

Part #: 1566 2× Bright Green

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 1× Bright Green

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 22388 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 1× Green

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 1× White

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 24246 1× White

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× Tan

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 2× Black

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 4× Dark Pink

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 2× Orange

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 17× Bright Green

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 5× Bright Pink

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 5× White

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 6× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 5× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 5× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Dark Brown

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Sand Green

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Trans-Clear

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 10× Dark Brown

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 3× Dark Brown

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× White

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Green

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Black

Plate 6 x 12

Part #: 3028 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 1× White

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 4× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Dark Turquoise

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 4× White

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Dark Brown

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

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Part #: 3069b 1× Trans-Light Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 3× Tan

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 3× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 1× Trans-Brown

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 1× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 1× Red

Plant, Plate 1 x ...

Part #: 32607 4× Green

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 32828 2× Pearl Gold

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 1× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 1× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 2× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 1× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 1× White

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 3× White

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Tan

Brick Arch 1 x 4

Part #: 3659 2× White

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Reddish Brown

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 1× Black

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36841 1× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Green

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Dark Brown

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× White

Plant, Stem with ...

Part #: 37695 3× Bright Green

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 5× White

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 49307 10× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 8× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 2× Black

Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 60592 5× Dark Brown

Window 1 x 2 x 3 ...

Part #: 60593 5× Dark Brown

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 60601 5× Trans-Clear

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 60602 1× Dark Brown

Glass for Window ...

Part #: 60602 4× Trans-Clear

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 7× Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Trans-Yellow

Equipment Telesco...

Part #: 64644 2× Pearl Gold

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 1× Reddish Brown

Bar 1L / Stem wit...

Part #: 68211 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Curved, 3 x...

Part #: 70681 10× Black

Brick Curved, Int...

Part #: 73682 4× Black

Plate 1 x 5

Part #: 78329 3× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 78666 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 8× Reddish Brown

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 4× Pearl Gold

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Black

Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...

Part #: 86996 2× Medium Nougat

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 1× White

Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [...

Part #: 87552 1× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 4× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 98138 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 98283 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 98283 3× White

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 2× Reddish Brown

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 10105743 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set features a good selection of plant elements in bright green and bright pink, useful for adding detail to MOCs. The curved black bricks and reddish-brown elements also offer versatility for various building projects.

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💎 Notable Parts

Bright Green Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals (17x) $2.55

Black Brick Curved 1 x 1 x 2/3 Double Curved Top, No Studs (10x) $1.50

Dark Brown Window 1 x 2 x 3 Flat Front (5x) $1.25

Reddish Brown Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] (5x) $1.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$6.30

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expandable modular buildings to create a diverse street scene

🌳 Landscape integration with custom gardens and terrain features

🏛 Miniature recreations of famous global landmarks

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 8 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

LEGO YouTubers appear generally neutral towards the Houses of the World 4 set, likely due to its nature as a Gift With Purchase (GWP). While many showcase the set as part of completing the series, there is no strong positive or negative sentiment expressed in the provided data.

LEGO Houses of the World 2023 GIFT WITH PURCHASE

Bricksie • 54.8K views Review

Houses of the World 3 G.W.P. | Review & Comparison

Alex Nunes • 3.5K views Comparison

COLLECTION COMPLETE! Mindy Gets Houses of the World 4

Alex Nunes • 3.4K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 8 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

4 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Alex Nunes showcases Mindy's excitement in completing the Houses of the World collection with set 4, emphasizing its role in the series. Bricksie introduces the set as a new GWP available in 2023, focusing on its promotional aspect.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

4 videos

LEGO Houses of the World 2023 GIFT WITH PURCHASE

Bricksie

54.8K views Review

Houses of the World 3 G.W.P. | Review & Comparison

Alex Nunes

3.5K views Comparison

COLLECTION COMPLETE! Mindy Gets Houses of the World 4

Alex Nunes

3.4K views Review

MINDY REVIEWS | Houses of the World 2 GWP

Alex Nunes

3.1K views Review

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

318

Official Piece Count

318

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

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