Lego set 10278 alternate build Police Station

Lego set 10278 alternate build Police Station

Exploring New Horizons: Alternative Builds for the LEGO Police Station (10278-1)

When the iconic Modular Buildings line debuted the Police Station (10278-1) in 2021, fans reveled in its intricate architecture, bustling street-level storefront, and hidden back-office details. But for many builders, the true magic lies not just in following instructions, but in unleashing the full potential of every brick. The Police Station’s rich palette of blue-gray plates, classic red and white accents, and unique elements like barred windows and trans-neon signs opens the door to a world of urban reinvention. Imagine transforming the familiar façade into a cozy ice-cream parlor, a high-tech call center, or even a serene Japanese temple paired with a neighborhood kiosk.

With exactly 2,040 pieces at your disposal—ranging from 1×2 grill tiles to 1×4 window panels—this set provides the perfect toolkit for city-scape experimentation. Builders can repurpose the police “pinnacle” roof into a hip rooftop lounge, swap the jail cell interior for a radio-booth studio, or reimagine the ground-floor café as a bustling newsprint workshop. Whether you’re a fan of gritty noir scenes or afternoon strolls in a pastel-toned plaza, the Police Station’s modular nature invites you to push boundaries and explore new storytelling possibilities.

Below are some of the imaginative alternative builds that can be constructed using only the parts from the Police Station set . 


Alternate Builds Gallery

Radio Station

Radio Station
By BrickAtive
Get the instructions: BrickAtive’s Radio Station


The Daily Press – Modular Newspaper Print Shop

The Daily Press
By Versteinert
Get the instructions: Versteinert’s The Daily Press


Crown Jewel

Crown Jewel
By Brick Artisan
Get the instructions: Brick Artisan’s Crown Jewel


Electro Store

Electro Store
By PL MOCs
Get the instructions: PL MOCs’ Electro Store


Hotel and Ice Cream Parlor

Hotel and Ice Cream Parlor
By steinekonig
Get the instructions: steinekonig’s Hotel & Ice Cream Parlor


Corner Hotel Alternative Build

Corner Hotel Alternative Build
By gabizon
Get the instructions: gabizon’s Corner Hotel


Crooks Crib

Crooks Crib
By JakeS
Get the instructions: JakeS’s Crooks Crib


Call Center

Call Center
By PL MOCs
Get the instructions: PL MOCs’ Call Center


Expansion Module

Expansion Module
By Leo G
Get the instructions: Leo G’s Expansion Build


Golden Shell Bank

Golden Shell Bank
By PL MOCs
Get the instructions: PL MOCs’ Golden Shell Bank


LP Shop & Live Streaming Studio

LP Shop & Live Streaming Studio
By Joonybrick
Get the instructions: Joonybrick’s LP Shop & Studio


Japanese Temple & Police Box

Japanese Temple & Police Box
By micke_berglund
Get the instructions: micke_berglund’s Temple & Box


Alternate Police Station

Alternate Police Station
By vhenco
Get the instructions: vhenco’s Alternate Station

 

Alternative build #2

 

Lego Police Department Modular Building Fully MOCed

 

LEGO POLICE STATION Expansion


Dive in, mix and match parts, and let your imagination run wild. With these creative reinterpretations, the Police Station set proves once again that the only limit is the breadth of your creativity!

 

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