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30 things to build in Minecraft: Build ideas for 1.21Let these Minecraft build ideas inspire your next building project
Let these Minecraft build ideas inspire your next building project
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Looking for ideas for things to build in Minecraft?As asandbox game,Minecraftis full of possibilities and build ideas - even more so if you’re playing in creative mode with every block type unlocked right from the get-go.
If you need a little inspiration to fire you up, we have a list of 30 cool things to build in Minecraft ranging from small, practical builds such as bridges and storage rooms, to massive aesthetic projects like castles, towns, and skyscrapers.
Best things to build in Minecraft
The best things to build in Minecraft 1.21 are:
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Note: if you’re after inspiration for your next house then be sure to check out our dedicatedpage for Minecraft house ideas!
Minecraft Volcano build
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What better way to make an impression on yourMinecraft serverthan to find an unassuming island in the middle of nowhere and turn it into a scene-stealing volcano dripping with magma? If you find the right mountain then much of the landscaping work will already be done for you - but if you want to create one from scratch, you can do that too! That’s exactly howYouTuber “Shannooty” created the above volcano build, after all.
Minecraft Castle build
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Minecraft Modern Skyscraper build
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Minecraft Floating Base build
Image credit:Rake
Floating bases aren’t exactly a new concept in Minecraft, but they’ve stood the test of time because they’re just so versatile. You can make a cute little floating island with a cottagelike YouTuber “Rake” made(pictured above), or you can hop into Creative Mode anduse mods like WorldEditto create colossal floating mountain bases if you like (more on mountain bases below!).
Minecraft Bridge build
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Minecraft Ship build
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Minecraft Lighthouse build
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If you’re looking for a similarly nautical build, there’s a lot you can do with a nice tall lighthouse. The actual real-life function of a lighthouse is to be a landmark, so it’s the perfect opportunity to put your own unique style into a build. Just as long as it shines at the top, you can do what you like. If you need some inspiration, check outYouTuber “Meddi”’s videoon creating the above lighthouse.
Minecraft Cathedral build
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Minecraft Museum build
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Minecraft Statue build
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Minecraft Aquarium build
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Minecraft Pyramid build
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Minecraft Famous Landmark build
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Minecraft Mountain Base build
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Minecraft Underground Base build
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An underground base is something we’ve probably all made at one point or another in Minecraft. Digging down and setting up a subterranean camp is one of the easiest ways to keep yourself safe from surface-dwelling mobs on the first night. But why stop with just a camp? Why not turn it into a sprawling underground base filled with everything you could ever need to survive,like YouTuber “Spudetti” madeabove?
Minecraft Underwater Base build
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Minecraft Farm build
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Minecraft Clock Tower build
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Minecraft Pixel Art build
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I don’t know, this one looks sus… When it comes to the question of practicality, there’s really no buildlesspractical than a piece of 2D pixel art. But there’s also nothing quite like logging onto your survival server to see that your friend has “griefed” you with a massive pixel art creation outside your house.YouTuber “RocketZer0”, who created the above art, has put out multiple videos on different pieces of pixel art to inspire you.
Minecraft Nether Hub build
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Minecraft Storage Room build
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Minecraft Fantasy Town build
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Minecraft Nature Reserve build
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Minecraft PvP Map build
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Minecraft Trading Hall build
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Minecraft Elven Village build
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Theme park
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Pop culture builds
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Camper van
Image credit:IrieGenie on YouTube
Zoo
Image credit:BlueNerd on YouTube
That wraps up our list of cool Minecraft building ideas! If you’re looking for the perfect world to house your new builds, check out our list of thebest Minecraft seedsAlternatively, if you’d like more textures to play around with, be sure to check out our list of thebest Minecraft texture packs.
