Explore a magical LEGO recreation of Beauty and the Beast’s iconic library, built with 25,000 bricks by fan creator. A must-see for Disney and LEGO lovers!
If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into the drop-dead gorgeous grand library from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, prepare to be enchanted by Sarah von Innerebner’s breathtaking LEGO masterpiece. This fan-built recreation beautifully captures the magic of that iconic scene where the Beast unveils his magnificent library to Belle. It was built as a real labor of love by a library enthusiast and Disney fan that somehow manages to bring all of our childhood dreams to life, one brick at a time.
From Childhood Inspiration to Brick-Built Reality
According to Sarah’s detailed description of her building process, the whole journey began with a cherished memory: watching Beauty and the Beast as a child and being captivated by the library scene. As a child, she also spent plenty of time in libraries, as her grandfather made the effort to take her to libraries on a regular basis.
Her grandfather’s frequent library visits further fueled her imagination. Fast forward two decades, and Sarah, now married to a fellow LEGO enthusiast, decided to bring that beloved scene to life for the 2017 BrickCan LEGO convention. Starting with a modest version using mini-dolls from the official LEGO set, her creation unexpectedly won a prize, igniting a desire to build a more elaborate model.
Building the Beast’s Library: A Brick-by-Brick Adventure
Sarah first started this build way back in 2017. She recounted her journey on Flickr and spoke about sketching out her design before making numerous trips to the LEGO store for white bricks. She focused first on the library’s distinctive lion statues, possibly the most challenging part of the build. Fortunately, her creative flair showed her the way, and, using parts from the LEGO Ninjago Green Ninja Mech Dragon set, Sarah managed to achieve the desired sand green hue and intricate details.
During the build, Sarah’s discovery of essential 1×6 white panels allowed her to create deep bookshelves, essential for the library’s authentic look.
To amass the necessary number of white bricks, Sarah even purchased the re-released Taj Mahal set, while the Disney Castle set provided inspiration and unique pieces for ornate details.
The final build is a staggering 25,000-piece marvel (approximately, of course!), with around 5,500 pieces representing books. These books are not fastened to the shelves, mimicking a real library’s feel, and took about six hours to arrange realistically.
To facilitate transport to conventions like BrickCan 2018, Sarah ingeniously created shelf covers to prevent the books from falling during movement. Even the outside of the building is gorgeous, with the tan castle wall covered with vines.
A Library Alive with Details and Characters
Sarah’s super-creative LEGO library is truly a visual feast. From its soaring spiral staircases and ornate fireplace to tall windows with curtains and endless rows of bookshelves, every nook and cranny is packed with detail. The predominantly white and gold color scheme provides a glittering backdrop, complemented by red and green furniture, a writing desk, and a globe.
At the heart of the scene, Belle and the Beast stand before the fireplace, surrounded by beloved characters like Cogsworth, Lumière, Babette, Mrs. Potts, and Chip, all welcoming visitors into this enchanting space.
Recognition and Legacy
For any Beauty and the Beast fans inspired by Sarah’s creation, you’re in luck. LEGO has continued to celebrate the tale through various sets, culminating in the 2025 release of the 2,916-piece Beauty and the Beast castle set, featuring detailed interiors like the ballroom, dining room, and library, along with minifigures of key characters. This set allows you to completely immerse yourself in the story, much like Sarah did with her own creation.
Sarah von Innerebner’s creative and stunning LEGO library stands as a testament to the magic that can be achieved when passion meets creativity. Built years before LEGO decided to make their own version, Sarah’s work brought a beloved Disney scene to life and also inspired others to embark on their own brick-building adventures. It’s a beautiful reminder that, with imagination and dedication, even the most fantastical dreams can be built, one LEGO brick at a time.
Bookish LEGO Adventures
If you don’t feel quite confident enough yet to embark on your own LEGO adventure, don’t fret. There are a few different bookish LEGO sets that you can get to let out your inner Sarah von Innerebner! LEGO sells an Icons Books are My Passion set with 285 pieces, as well as an Expert Bookshop for the more advanced LEGO-heads among us, with a whopping 2,504 pieces!
On the LEGO Ideas website, a platform where fans can recommend and support ideas for new LEGO sets, there is also a LEGO library idea, currently at 10,000 votes! If you dream of a LEGO library kit one day, go and place your vote now so that the creative minds behind the LEGO brand know what to make next!
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Millie Ramm
Millie has been writing since she was a child, and has spent more time with her nose in books than anywhere else. She has been ghostwriting novels and editing for the past few years, and when not working she is curled up with her cats, looking for her next read.
