Moon finally colonized! Underground Lab... - LEGO Moon Base Update

[@ThomasDohn]

When you place it in the museum, you should paint a copy of the famous Earth Rise photo on the black background. Would add contrast and look amazing 🙂

[@beepboop306]

or even build a small earth in the background

[@Fudgy-Boi]

Build a tile mosaic of it instead. It would be cooler.

[@Markus_BW]

The Earth Rise photo would look awesome in the backgroud 🥰

[@Hilqy]

that would be sooo cool, maybe the earth could be in the same style as the "planets" in the Lego worlds game being able to see the Lego world in the background or something just an idea tho,

[@ENCHANTMEN_]

Maybe recreate the photo, but with a picture of a Lego Earth?

[@mrz87456]

Maybe a pressurized tunnel system between moon base elements? Could provide the color you are looking for on the moon surface. Also, would love to see more of the design process behind those MOCs in the base itself, especially the bio-dome type structures. Anyways, looks amazing as usual!

[@levinche]

Do you mean transparent tunnels? that would be awesome

[@sheep1ewe]

I like the idea too! Either transparent with rounded profile, or the sections with aircraft like small windows, i think the round ones with more glass would look more modern. I don't know if this type of parts are still available, but perhaps adding in a system of thermo well tunnel system which extracts heat from below the surface of the moon would do. (Not as easy as on earth, but i think i think it would work in theory on the moon as well, however one probebly had to drill a lot deeper or use some kind of future thermonucler drilling method in order to achive that since the moon does no longer hawe any volcanic activity, but it still has a molten core as the Earth.)

[@jaypeeters]

A window in that outer airlock would be a nice touch! Edit: mayby add some helmets in the airlock. So it appears they could change outfit there.

[@WasatchWind]

Yep, I mentioned this in another comment too. You want to keep the suits in the airlock cause they'd get caked in dust.

[@kingbeanxiv]

Some kind of clear domes within the moons surface where you could look down into the underground rooms would be really nice

[@Govvy]

That would help with the lighting problem also.

[@SymphonicPoet]

I was thinking the same thing. The lighting problem is what originally brought the idea into my mind, as I've done something similar to create "lights" inside a starship model I use to shoot miniature photos, but with the moon base skylights could also add a really nice element to the surface of the build.

[@miggyluv]

+1

[@hrothgar014]

Definitely have paths / walkways. Dust on the moon is a HUGE problem so having paths would reduce the dust issue. Plus it would make the base look more developed. I do love the nod to the old Lego Space. I could see the Galaxy Explorer touching down on that landing platform. I have a soft spot in my heart for old Lego Space. I cheered when Benny was able to finally build his spaceship (spaceship SPACESHIP!!!) in the Lego Movie.

[@Prussian_Forever]

Yes, It would look better with paths

[@levinche]

Yes, you cannot overestimate the dust problem on the Moon. And hence this is why you need a dressing room between the airlock and the lab! (also, it seems that the lab is not pressurised: the plants are under glass, the guys walk with the astronaut suit on... what is the airlock for, then?)

[@theapexsurvivor9538]

@@levinche also, there's water for use by the astronauts as well as the plants, but no way for the astronauts to draw that water (no faucets, showers, external pipes to move it to another facility where those things might be present). So unless that stuffs where the open wall of the base is, we've got some very smelly astronauts (also some very contaminated experiments as they can't easily clean their hands).

[@theapexsurvivor9538]

And more than just lunar dust, you also have to consider that uneven surfaces aren't good for moving across quickly, and may result in sprains and other injuries during a prolonged stay. Suits mitigate that a little, but anyone doing construction or engineering knows that PPE is not your first line of defence. Roofed or pressurized walkways with guide rails are a must in this kind of environment.

[@Lux-rg4wv]

Do not add the pathways. The resources are scarce, and everything must be efficient, necessary, almost spartan. Nobody would build them. It would be a waste of resources and time.

[@fi0062]

For the water storage, you should definitely add a pump similar to fuel station so narrative-wise it makes sense where the water is coming from.

[@DingusDingus]

I'd definitely say you should add the pathways on the moon, it would be a nice contrast and maybe add some railing to the edges of those pathways or lighting.

[@corphish129]

Oh, a row of small lights is a great idea!

[@jimyvanloock3510]

Also quick acces to a charging spot for any rovers

[@Fudgy-Boi]

I agree, but the paths you currently have don’t look right,, and as for the plants, I wouldn’t add more than a couple of them,. Maybe add some floodlights or batteries, or maintenance vehicles.

[@FluffSWE]

@@Fudgy-Boi yeah, i think they are a bit to wide?

[@Fudgy-Boi]

@@FluffSWE that, and they are just plates which looks cheap and unprofessional. It doesn’t look good. I would recommend testing different tile combos, or even trying space revers as that would make more sense in a low gravity environment

[@AdamBroccoli]

I think it makes sense to have capsules with plants on the surface aswell. It would then act as different stages of the experiments; stage 1 - microscopic observations and trials, stage 2 - growing the seeds and saplings inside the lab, stage 3 - see if they survive on the surface. By this logic you could also add "failures" where there are capsules with dead plants inside on the surface, and astronauts could be transporting capsules, or capsule parts, across the surface. I just think the surface capsule idea have a lot of potential for the overall story, plus like you said, it adds contrast. Keep up the good work! :)

[@bobojo6447]

I think the paths would look good, they just can’t be useless like you said. Maybe add pipes underneath them or something like that.

[@Firefox13A]

Or grating

[@Lux-rg4wv]

Do not add the pathways. The resources are scarce, and everything must be efficient, necessary, almost spartan. Nobody would build them. It would be a waste of resources and time.

[@benjaminbecker1417]

I mentioned tie off rails so ya don't "float"away. But coupled with yalls, he could possibly run his lightning wires underneath, couple with the occasional grate.... damn collabs....!

[@dogwithabeard263]

It would be cool to see a tiny valve sticking out of the moon's surface above the underground tank. It might make it a little more inclusive to the rest of the base as there would be a way to access it. And maybe a small vent somewhere close-by to pump out co2? Regardless, it looks great and it is very fun to see your builds evolve!

[@daylen577]

There's sadly no real-life reference yet, but in games those walkways on the surface usually have some kind of guard rails alongside them and they're also usually elevated. Might be neat to play around with, I personally definitely think it makes more sense than walking on the lunar surface.

[@klaykid117]

A walkway would make a lot of sense because apparently Moon dust is very charged with static electricity making it cling to everything so for convenience having dust free walkways would be super helpful

[@WasatchWind]

Well no real life reference is a bit of a stretch. We don't know everything that'd be present in the structure of a real Moon base, but there are many concepts on how to do it. If you do some digging on NASA's website I'm sure you could find a hundred page long pdf on considerations for a base.

[@Paratalks_]

biggest issue is falling on the moon is super risky, a slight puncture to your suit would have been enough to kill you in seconds. Thats usually why games have either enclosed or elevated walkways.

[@WasatchWind]

@@Paratalks_ eh that's a bit much. A concern yes, but the Apollo astronauts fell down all the time.

[@elikjazdzewski7710]

Creativity is a gift for humanity that sometimes gets robbed or criticized by society. It’s beautiful to see your meticulous and sophisticated endeavors that have found itself a community that openly embraces it. So fun to watch!

[@Adrian.MaguireGK]

I think it is better to have a path so the astronauts can wheel stuff to another location on the base, it will help them alot

[@ninjanin1048]

Where is a bed

[@tomslastname5560]

@@ninjanin1048 maybe they have fold-out beds or hammocks somewhere. In any case it's still in its early stages and I'm sure living quarters are one of the things he'll add at some point.

[@WasatchWind]

Another future thing to add perhaps, an airlock garage where they can drive in a transport vehicle.

[@edomeindertsma6669]

@Wasatch Wind I think it'll be better to leave vehicles outside, as they need to be cleaned theoughly to stop moon dust from getting in the base. I have also seen concepts where lunar space suits are kept outside and attached to vehicles with their 'backpacks', which is also how astronauts could enter them, to avoid moon dust getting inside.

[@WasatchWind]

@@edomeindertsma6669 That's why I'm saying have them in a garage airlock sort of thing.

[@riletex1799]

Very impressive! Maybe you could recreate the scene of the monolith excavation from 2001: a space oddyssey in order to add some contrast. So excited to see more!

[@thebergz66]

You are by far one of the most creative LEGO builders i've seen on this whole website

[@DiagonalBricks]

Dude, this is legitimately amazing! The thought and pieces that went into this build is awesome!

[@kylegetz4917]

Some kind of skylight would also work to brighten the base. It would also let you peek in a little from above.

[@MichaelGarcia-ec2dr]

I think the paths add good contrast. it would also look cool if the path sections have supports to keep the path level instead of following the elevation of the lunar surface like how your "sketch" did. Awesome work

[@mrglobemcglobeglobe]

I would say rather than physical plates for pathways, you could provide little lights each side of a proposed path to suggest a route instead. For some of the more rugged terrain, I think plates for paths would look good - especially steps.

[@WasatchWind]

If you want a cool Lunar lander to build, I recommend the Dynetics Alpaca lander. It has some cool cylindrical shapes in it.

[@GameBoy1826]

I think you should make paths, it just adds something to the build. I really like this moon!

[@koyukuk9895]

I feel if you add a path it’d be more akin to an industrial walkway meant to smoothly transport stuff, that or a river pathway. Also this MOC is lookin amazing mate, keep it up!

[@Anthony_Delcoro]

Incredible!

[@TheLegoStud]

What an awesome MOC! It's so neat how you can simply remove the surface to show the base underneath. Some kind of path would look good.

[@henrycoleman9180]

This build looks wonderful so far! I think having paths on the surface would be nice, walking on the moon’s surface is difficult so I’d assume that on a long-term mission like this one, paths could make transportation easier.

[@ACasualRacer]

You need a bunk room for the astronauts to rest and relax. It could be very simple with like 2 bunk beds and perhaps a closet for storing some clothing/suits.

[@jossdeiboss]

I personally like the idea of the path. As you said, it gives more contrast. Secondly, it gives me the idea of a slightly more advanced "society", where all the basics have already been laied out and more care is given to transport resources. It could also be interesting adding a sort of "mine" train, maybe that works with one rail only or a string of magnets to improve freight exchange between the base and the rocket launch platform.

[@AlarnaM-24]

i think the vegetation outside would be ok, you could have them in different containers like they are testing different conditions. it would make most sense to have them close together so there easier to notice the difference like an orchard. you could even have some weird looking plants of strange colours like the testing has altered them.

[@AlarnaM-24]

ideas/suggestions for things to add: - moon defences like a big laser gun to protect from astroids so they dont destroy the base. - lego people trying to play a ball game but it floating away - lego people chasing an escaped alien - alein spying on people from under a rock - solar panels - to add more colour other then plants you could add machines that are/ have gold on them because a lot of space equipment has gold foil on it to protect from the tempituers. - a telescope or an observatory might be good too. - you could add a earth dome with a fake blue sky and very clearly fake plants.

[@vonskii]

Paths would be good for moon buggys if nothing else. Also, you'll have to add a crew area in the base for sleeping, eating, food storage, relaxing, etc.

[@bobbyhanson346]

I like the paths. They help connect the different elements of the base visually. Your audience's eyes will naturally follow the path, allowing you to direct their experience.

[@yeoldstickinthemud9570]

The lab room with the green vegetation should have skylights built above them! The lighting option would work, but if you use your lighting setup you showed in the other video, there would be time where it would be dark until the lights came on. Also, I'm FOR the paths! But they need to be the same level so you can use maglock boots, also the comment on the dust is a good reason too!

[@AlarnaM-24]

to add more colour other then plants you could add machines that are/ have gold on them because a lot of space equipment has gold foil on it to protect from the tempituers.

[@antikoerper256]

Man thats amazing must have cost a fortune! And I knew you were german, only a german could approach such a project in-depth with such classic and funtional way of thinking. Absolutely love the lab, vegetation capsules and retro minifigs / space suits! Must have put huge work in all of this! Unglaublich toll, grüße und Respekt aus Bulgarien!

[@MarcSelman]

Austrian I think

[@ckz7880]

(If possible) you should build a rocket landing or taking off on the moon! That would really complete it. And, a small lunar rover!

[@karentiel]

The lunar base is looking great! I think you should definitely play around with adding paths.

[@jackarthur9129]

Yes definitely add some paths! You can use some 2 wheel trolleys to show spacemen transporting barrels of seeds, bio-matter or equipment into the lab

[@reubenb5088]

Definitely has lots of potential, so excited to see more. I'm in favour of added the pathways simply to give a bit of colour contrast against all the grey. The plant pods are a fun idea because they add spots of green. What other above ground structures do you think there will be? A glass dome or maybe some mining activity?

[@GreatCow772]

As others have mentioned, Lunar Regolith is a big issue on the moon. Due to the lack of flowing water to smooth each particle, it's actually extremely sharp, which can damage space suits or equipment (Apollo astronauts actually suffered from scratched-up visors) or be a serious health issue to get on you or especially breathe. It is also electrically charged, sticking to almost everything it comes into contact with (Like a balloon to your hair), meaning it gets everywhere. Not only would walkways tie the moon base together, it's also likely a quite realistic solution that would be used. I'd also like to suggest (If you don't already have plans for all the base sections) building an ice mining/refining station. Not only can ice provide water, but it can also give oxygen and hydrogen for rocket fuel!

[@ThatSmolivGal]

Awesome! Will this experimentation be a plotline about them trying to make vegetation on the moon? Plus: about your question, i think I'd be cool to have paths! I think archways and stuff could make it look good too!

[@Brick_Crafts]

yes, I need some storytelling on the moon as well :)

[@WasatchWind]

@@Brick_Crafts You might think about them discovering some sort of valuable ore on the Moon in a mining operation away from the base.

[@KaitoJack]

@@Brick_Crafts The moon mafia is taking over :O

[@citadelchase8858]

@@Brick_Crafts definitely add a pathway, you don't want moon dust being trailed into the base do you?

[@BrentBestwick]

Having just finished watching, I especially enjoyed the last pan across the base and then the closeup of the interior...just super satisfying to see & take in. Thanks for your work and videos!!!

[@Campake]

I believe you should definitely add paths, however, I'm not so sure about the plants nearby the paths, but I do like the idea of experimenting with plants "outside", so maybe adding a small outside lab may be interesting? Also, please do add some details of failed experiments somewhere like dead plants, absolutely love your builds, keep[ it up

[@lloydecraig7696]

I'm a big fan of Lego space themed builds and I have to say this is an awesome build! In the near future I'm hoping to build something similar to this in my garage.

[@mhatfield]

It feels confusing that the spacemen inside the laboratory are still wearing their helmets and oxygen tanks. Would there not be an area next to the airlock where they would store these, perhaps recharging the tanks for the next surface walk? Other than that, fantastic work as usual. Really excited to see where you go with the moon base!

[@IEat.Bricks]

I think the paths would look great, perhaps if you raised them up a couple bricks on pillars you could create a more even path. Just a thought.

[@ithrowpotatoesatpepl]

Yes, that's a great idea

[@doctornenciozza]

Please, more contents about the Moon base!!!

[@LordOfNihil]

it makes sense to use grating panels from common outside destinations because moon dust will be such a huge problem with any moon colony. if you could avoid walking on the regolith say when you go from the pad to the base, you dont have to bring as much dust into the vehicle/base. perhaps take clear plates and install gratings on top of them with perhaps a border of the same color. perhaps with some footings to raise it above the lunar ground.

[@Chevyman3030]

The paths are a great idea for any moon rovers/wheeled/tracked moon vehicles you'd want to build for your lay out and as a small nod to the moon landing you can use the us flag brick from the Saturn V set or a small brick built one along with some foot step squares being visible as well

[@feralstreamer3761]

The water section should be visible from the side view and make a shower inside of the airlock section so they dont track in all that moondust into the base! Just so that section can be chefs kiss! 🤌 and I like the idea of the roads but dont like it going to the base. Maybe more elevated checkpoint pads that have oxygen storage would work better? To show that they can jump high with the lack of gravity as well as need oxygen storage on the surface of the moon for longer durations of exploration?

[@KingAlex-dw6dv]

i really like the paths!

[@Herhohu]

Du könntest anstelle der grauen Wegplatten, graue Hangsteine benutzen, damit es aussieht wie ein Trampelpfad.

[@frankjonesthenerd6841]

The paths slap. I also saw someone talking about tunnels between different elements.

[@thecelestialpoet6169]

Awesome video! The moonbase lools great!!!! Make the paths! I think they look good!

[@viper33802]

As for the paths, What about creating a trough in the moon surface to indicate wear but not give a different break for a built path. Something more natural and worn on the surface .

[@jeff2.016]

Its amazing bro, you build very well👍

[@unclefredsbrickslot5824]

Herr Brickman's hands move very quickly when he's building; very skillful. Love the texture of the moon landscape, as well as the excellent buildings. Grossartig!

[@whenrow3630]

Something cool about your lightning issue would be to have a "glass" light tunnel from the surface into the greenhouse

[@crimsontowers1098]

I definitely think you should add paths. You could also put the 1x2 tiles that you used for the air vents on them.

[@SWMonkeyRaffSW]

Great work! For the ligthing, could you simply just add a couples of small holes above the plants section, and maybe cover them with clear block for "realism"? That would let light shine trough when the cover is on.

[@kyleleon9301]

It would be cool to have a small area in the air lock to represent where the crews change into the inner base space suit, just with some lockers and stuff to store the gear the switch into and out, amazing stuff either way!

[@scott19087]

Maybe a pipeline for water to a big storage tank would be a fun build? Mechanics and everything working on it. Seems realistic too. Great video !

[@Incredibleluffy2]

I like the idea of the path if its raised a bit to be flat, as I imagine its an extra hazard to walk on the rocky surface and risk tripping. Also, fun fact, moon dust is everywhere on the surface and made of razor sharp particles, so probably best to minimize how much is picked up and carried inside. It may also be good for a break in the barren surface.

[@MarcSelman]

I would raise the water level a lot, so it would look more like a reservoir instead of a flooded room.

[@duckheadman557]

Love the water design the water fall is beautiful

[@robonut0357]

I think the paths would be a great addition for more contrast. Absolutely love the unique terrain design!

[@AeciusthePhilosopher]

I like the paths, they add contrast and make the place feel more like a built up base, rather than a makeshift collection of buildings. As for your comment of "you can just walk across the surface of the moon", the same is true for walking across the surface of the earth, but we build roads and paths here anyway.

[@IronVicero]

The astronauts need somewhere to sleep - perhaps you could build a living quarters above ground on top of the removable plate... With access by ladder from the base below. Gives you chance to add colour, balance height across the scene, and have more lit features/windows at the end. Amazing build already though, however it turns out.

[@garfellows9405]

have the paths without the plant pods and have some big pipes follow them and enter the water room so ships can easily offload water into the base. you could have a control station for the pipes next to the pad

[@benrex7775]

In nature parks they add wooden paths if the number of tourists exceed a certain number of people. So if you have a lot of traffic or heavy machinery between the moon base and the landing platform then it makes sense to add the paths. Also paths just look more civilized and more like a home than just leaving it plain dust. Perhaps the paths could also help keep the dust outside as you have less dusty shoes.

[@khepri3266]

I love this guy’s imagination. Always inspiring.

[@zeusthefox1585]

I bought the anniversary Galaxy Explorer and I'm wanting to do a big display with it. Making a Display akin to the old Classic Space sets but adding some more detail like the anniversary set. To add to it I want to put a Lego Earth in the background to show its on the moon. Kinda like the Classic Space theme in Lego Worlds

[@nomoreslash2572]

Yes. Add paths Will add contrast and possible space to put lighting. Will look awesome at night

[@luisalvesdelima01]

there should be a bedroom/ social room in the lab and some windows gazing into the moon would also look cool. I guess you should extend the lab to one of the walls at the corner

[@caseyelkins172]

Really cool and creative design! This is the first time I’m commenting on one of your videos because I wanted to suggest making a clear dome in the “lid” above the greenery area. It would allow light back there and would give some cool contrast on the moon surface so that the area doesn’t completely disappear. Unless the goal was to make it very hidden, then please disregard. Either way it’s really fun to watch your builds come together. Thanks!

[@alfred2744]

Yes!

[@NorthOfEarthAlex]

I think the paths should be made of grills with slots in them. A solid path would be covered in moon dust very quickly.

[@Anthony-oz6vd]

I like the idea of a pathway of sorts, as maybe it would be helpful for new astronauts, plus the contrast factor. Maybe even "lights" or some sort of guide markers if you didn't want to go with a formal pathway, but still give an idea of life on the moon and slight contrast on the surface? Wonderful video. Your videos are always a delight.

[@purpleYamask]

What Ithink is best for walkways is a solution used in the arctic irl: trail marker poles with lights on them and cables between, as a guide without a physical trail.

[@1kudr]

Moon surface is a bit dusty, that’s why it is good to use paths, but you should use another design for it

[@notthatseanbean]

I like the idea of paths between the moon buildings because it could hypothetically not only be a smoother path for buggy transport and walking, but also as an emergency O2 tank source as well as a lit path for when the moon is darkened (Earth between the Sun and Moon).

[@mys_mistree]

From a logistics perspective, paths on the moon make sense for the same reason we have concrete paths where we could easily traverse grass: It's easier on the feet, It makes transporting things less complicated compared to rough terrain (1/6th the gravity isn't weightless, after all) And it helps add visual style which, were I on the moon, would help break up all the grey wasteland everywhere.

[@flakstruk-8481]

Pathbis a good idea. Moving supplies, in suits over the regular surface would be really hard work

[@gamingcheese5073]

I think you should make the path a kind of metal scaffolding slitly above the moons surface

[@charlesp.kalina4162]

Concur that paths would be good. Perhaps a yellow boundary along the edge, as a visual reference for both the astronauts and the viewer, setting it apart from the landscape and adding a bit of color. Impressive work, looking forward to further updates.

[@you_just]

the paths are a great idea! the dust that covers the moon is extremely sharp and hazardous-- using paths to keep the dust out of the pressurized areas would be really smart!

[@TheTakoTube]

I like the paths, I think it would make sense to have a stable platform to walk along and temporarily place supplies as they're unloaded from the landing pad.

[@JoshuaEHogan]

This is such a neat build! It would also be cool if you could make a tiny observation platform going from the lower level onto the removable top plate. Not something big or extravagant but enough that they could pop up and look around without having to use the airlocks.

[@staticsphere_]

Paths would look great as an elevated grating in my opinion, and then you could possibly have piping or wires running underneath. It’d also be cool to see some geological surveillance equipment on the surface, or some form of cargo to make the environment more “lived in”

[@marz645]

Paths are cool. But add white stripes on the edges and lights every few meters for a little more contrast and detail. I also had the idea of using a translucent 1x1 cylinder peice under the foot of a space man on the moon. Would make it look like he's hopping along with big moon steps. You could also add a moon rover with a few translucent pieces to make it look like it's doing a sick jump. Haha. Love your work man.

[@adriangentle2953]

I think you should add contrasting (maybe orange) circular tiles which lead from the pad to the bass. Space them out like stepping stones. The high visibility would make sense for the astronauts

[@blackbuddhaPA]

Add a moon rover with big wheels and the paths can stay on the moon surface. Amazing MOC!! 👍🏾👍🏾🤯

[@JanTuts]

I think a slightly raised, grated walkway between the landing pad and other structures (like the underground lab) would absolutely make sense. Moon dust/topsoil (regolith) is very fine and loose, so having a way to avoid having to interact with it constantly, while transferring cargo on foot or by cart across the permanent settlement of the base would be _highly_ beneficial.

[@lebowskiunderachiever3591]

Very nice. I think it would be funny to have a couple space guys having fun with a moon buggy, maybe a jump 🤭

[@voj9984]

I remember that there used to be a lego brick that would glow only when the button on the back was pushed in, you could try using it in a way where the base cover pushes it in whenever it's closed

[@frogmouth2]

You should use gear racks and gears to make a mechanism to easily open the airlock doors. It would be far more efficient then trying to get your hands in there to close or open them and it would look cool.

[@Semppu1savolinen]

I think an elevated path on the surface would look good, similar style to the landing pad.

[@samuelarsenault5484]

Take your time with the move, don't worry about uploads. We want to see how the museums gonna look .

[@masterzedric]

A path from the landing pad to the lab seems like a good idea. That would make it much easier to move equipment in and out of the lab. Dragging it over the surface seems difficult with the contoured terrain.

[@lavasharkandboygirl9716]

Dude you can hear the strength of imagination you have here. You’re not thinking in Lego, you’re thinking in an imagined reality. It’s beautiful

[@Jackbrick101]

I think the pathways look great, breaks up the moon surface and allows you to get more contrast / fun details! You can incorporate different stations along the way, more satellites, a rover docking station, etc.

[@sampull3541]

Love the idea of paths. With the white trim and chevrons. Another great video!