Hoke House, a residential project by Skylab Architecture in Portland, Oregon, has been turned into an official LEGO set, adding it to the LEGO Architectural Series. Built in 2007, the house gained international recognition as the Cullen House in the Twilight film series. The LEGO Ideas program selected a fan-submitted design by Nick Micheels, resulting in an official set that recreates the house’s distinctive architecture and includes seven mini-figures representing key characters. Jeff Kovel, founder of Skylab Architecture, acknowledges the significance of this recognition alongside other architectural landmarks. Skylab, founded in 1999, is known for innovative design in residential, cultural, and commercial architecture, with projects including the Serena Williams Building at Nike’s World Headquarters. The firm’s 2023 monograph, Skylab: The Nature of Buildings, explores its approach to design.
The Hoke House, designed by Skylab Architecture, has been transformed into an official LEGO set, bringing the Portland, Oregon residence into the LEGO Architectural Series. Originally completed in 2007, the house gained widespread recognition as the Cullen House in the Twilight film franchise.
The LEGO set was inspired by a fan submission from Nick Micheels, selected as a winning entry in the LEGO Ideas program, which turns enthusiast-designed models into official sets. This set recreates the home’s architectural features and includes seven mini-figures—Charlie Swan, Jacob Black, Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, Alice, Rosalie, and Carlisle Cullen. Key interior spaces such as Carlisle’s infirmary, the kitchen/living space, and the library are also included, reflecting the house’s portrayal in the films.
“Being included in the LEGO collection alongside iconic landmarks like Fallingwater, Notre Dame, and the Taj Mahal is – in of itself – incredible recognition. It is not lost on us that LEGO is one of the world’s most recognizable brands. Its ability to inspire creativity and imagination in both young people and adults aligns closely with Skylab’s ethos of exploration and discovery.”
– Jeff Kovel, founder of Skylab Architecture, commented on the project’s inclusion in LEGO’s catalog
Since its establishment in 1999, Skylab Architecture has been recognized for its innovative and sustainable designs, producing notable residences, cultural spaces, and commercial projects. Among its most well-known works are the Serena Williams Building at Nike’s World Headquarters, the N M Bodecker Foundation, and the Columbia Building. The firm’s designs have been widely published and awarded, culminating in the 2023 monograph, Skylab: The Nature of Buildings, published by Thames & Hudson, which documents its contributions to contemporary architecture.
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