Brynjar Karl Bigisson, a 10-year-old boy from Iceland, created something truly remarkable—a 26-foot-long model of the Titanic made entirely from LEGO bricks. This incredible project came from his deep fascination with ships and his determination to bring his dream to life.
Living with autism, Brynjar often found it hard to socialize, but his condition also gave him the ability to focus intensely on what he loved. He spent hours studying every detail about ships, especially the Titanic, and decided to build a large-scale LEGO version of it.
For Brynjar, LEGO was more than a toy—it was a way to express himself. Because he had communication challenges, he spent much of his time building alone and imagining new creations. His mother and grandfather became essential partners in this project. His grandfather, Lulli, helped translate the real Titanic blueprints into LEGO building plans, while his mother started a crowdfunding page to buy the thousands of pieces they needed.
Over 11 months, Brynjar dedicated several hours daily after school to build the model. The result was astonishing, not just because of the size or accuracy, but because of the story of perseverance behind it. This project grew Brynjar’s confidence and showed him what he could achieve with focus and support.
He has since spoken at TED, sharing how believing in yourself and having encouragement from others can lead to amazing accomplishments. His LEGO Titanic has become a worldwide symbol of creativity, determination, and the incredible potential within unique minds.
