Dubai couple build Lego home in Silicon Oasis - in pictures

  • Dubai couple Catherine and Ieuan Rees have a house full of Lego, amounting to a million blocks worth an estimated Dh400,000. All photos: Catherine and Ieuan Rees
    Dubai couple Catherine and Ieuan Rees have a house full of Lego, amounting to a million blocks worth an estimated Dh400,000. All photos: Catherine and Ieuan Rees
  • Catherine and Ieuan Rees
    Catherine and Ieuan Rees
  • A 150cm Eiffel Tower made of Lego in the hallway
    A 150cm Eiffel Tower made of Lego in the hallway
  • A 130cm Titanic model in the dining room
    A 130cm Titanic model in the dining room
  • The more complicated sets can take up to four years to put together, but the hobby is one that sparks joy
    The more complicated sets can take up to four years to put together, but the hobby is one that sparks joy
  • Lego artworks of The Beatles dominate one wall
    Lego artworks of The Beatles dominate one wall
  • The vibrant blocks are a conversation piece and double as toys for neighbourhood children
    The vibrant blocks are a conversation piece and double as toys for neighbourhood children
  • The couple often invest in themed and collector's edition sets
    The couple often invest in themed and collector's edition sets
  • Even the accessories are Lego-built
    Even the accessories are Lego-built
  • Some of the sets have increased in value over the years
    Some of the sets have increased in value over the years
  • Above all, the couple say building Lego sets brings them creative contentment
    Above all, the couple say building Lego sets brings them creative contentment