Presenting
Pemberley
—the stately home of Mr. Darcy, brought to life in LEGO as described in
Pride and Prejudice
, one of the most enduring novels of English literature.
“It was a large, handsome, stone building, standing well on rising ground… Its banks were neither formal, nor falsely adorned.”
More than just a grand house, Pemberley plays a key narrative role: it reveals Darcy’s true character and marks the turning point in Elizabeth Bennet’s perception of him. This model celebrates the beauty, symmetry, and quiet strength of Georgian architecture—making it a perfect subject for a detailed LEGO build.
Why LEGO?
LEGO is all about imagination, creativity, and storytelling—making it a fitting medium to honor one of the most beloved stories in English literature. Building Pemberley in LEGO celebrates the harmony of architecture and nature, the elegance of the Georgian era, and the deep emotional resonance of Austen’s world.
A Personal Connection
I grew up watching Jane Austen adaptations with my mother. Now, as an adult rediscovering the novels, I’m struck by how relevant their insights remain. The wit, the emotional complexity, the elegant settings—this build is a tribute to the stories that have shaped generations. With a new
Pride and Prejudice
adaptation currently in development at Netflix, the time feels right to reimagine Pemberley in brick form.
The Build
Interior Includes:
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Entrance Hall with Grand Staircase
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Darcy’s Study
– Where he wrote those pivotal letters
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Drawing Room & Music Room
– Featuring Georgiana’s piano
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Gallery
– With a brick-built statue of Mr. Darcy
Exterior Features:
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Naturalistic River
– Just as Austen describes it
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Arched Stone Bridge
– A key visual and symbolic element
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Sign of Pemberly
Minifigures
Included characters reflect Elizabeth’s first visit to Pemberley:
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Elizabeth Bennet
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Mr. and Mrs. Gardiner
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Mrs. Reynolds
(the loyal housekeeper)
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Fitzwilliam Darcy
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Georgiana Darcy
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Coachman & Horse-Drawn Carriage
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Mr. Bingley
– En route at this point in the novel
Why Support This Project?
This build invites you to relive a literary masterpiece through brick. Whether you're a lifelong Jane Austen fan, a lover of LEGO architecture, or someone drawn to meaningful storytelling, this model brings history, fiction, and craftsmanship together.
Please support and share this project to help bring Jane Austen’s
Pride and Prejudice
to life in LEGO form. Let’s celebrate Pemberley together—an icon of literature and a symbol of how beauty, character, and love endure.