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15 Fun Ideas For What To Build In Minecraft - IGN

When it comes to Minecraft, at some point you'll likely ask yourself "what on earth do I build?" Perhaps you've returned to Minecraft after a long absence and have created a new world. You might feel bored right now. In the end, you'll feel like you're in writer's block and need some creative ideas to build your next Minecraft creation. (Do you need a guide? We have you covered, with the Minecraft Building Guide and How to Mod Minecraft Wikipedia.



Don't worry, we have compiled a shortlist with the best Minecraft build ideas.



15 Top Minecraft Building Ideas



1. House



Tried and true, a house is a necessity for almost every Minecraft player. We all have started with a hole in our dirt or a tiny wooden box for our first few nights. You don't have to settle for a flat, boring home. Instead, make something that reflects your passions. You can use pictures to help you recreate a house you love from your favorite media.



Minecraft House



You can create something unique by throwing out traditional structures and doing something that is cute, quirky or unusual. Minecraft is the ultimate creativity platform, so don't limit yourself only to survival within four walls.



2. Castle



Castles can be spectacular if they are built well and can be very easy to assemble if planned ahead. Start by drawing the floorplan and the perimeter wall around your castle. Perhaps add a moat or drawbridge to give your castle an extra flair.



Minecraft Castle Construction



Consider which angle of fantasy you are aiming for, and that will dictate the blocks you use, color schemes, and decoration aesthetics. As with any Minecraft build the more thought you give to it, the better it will turn, and the more likely it is that you will follow through and be determined to complete it.



3. Boat



Example of Minecraft Boat Construction



A good accompaniment to a castle, or as a standalone build depending on the scale, constructing a seaworthy vessel can be a challenging but fulfilling experience. Although a boat is not as functional as other structures, it can be a great way for you to get a home base that isn’t just an area.



4. City



The ultimate test of perseverance and determination, but also the challenge that offers the biggest dopamine hit as the project starts coming together; the city build. You don't need to create something so legendary right away. But, for collaborative Minecraft builds that are quite famous, we had to include this GoT city as inspiration.



Minecraft City of Kings Landing is a Game Of Thrones-inspired game



You will find it more difficult to manage the scale and detail the further you push them. So, compartmentalize. Do not worry about furnishing every building's interiors as you go. You can place a sign or take a mental note of what each building should look like.



5. Animal Farm



If you play Survival, there are many ways to build an animal farm. The most common way is to lure a pair of the same animal to a spot near your home and pen them in. You'll have endless supply of meat, eggs and milk. Rinse and Repeat for different mobs.



Minecraft Animal Farm/Farmhouse



Redstone can be used to create sophisticated systems that can automatically farm your animal resources. This is a great way to take your animal farming skills to the next level. You will almost always need to lure the animals, but if your bees are particularly busy you can ensure valuable materials continue to be gathered even while you're away exploring.
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6. Treehouse



Treehouses are a wonderful way to spice up your Minecraft lifestyle. Whilst you can incorporate any tree in any biome into your home, the obvious best choice here is a Jungle biome, simply due to the height (and therefore real estate) you can produce without too much obstruction or limitation.



Minecraft Treehouse Build



There are many Treehouse options to choose from, whether you want an inconspicuous shack for your new life in the sky or a series of interconnected huts.



7. Bridge



This seems like a trivial task. Just place some blocks over a bit of water. Make it more interesting! If you have a specific theme for your surroundings, why not design the bridge to match it?



Minecraft Bridge Builder



Another option is to build a project using a real-world Bridge. These types of builds can be very effective when attached with City builds or for fans of LEGO Architecture. What could be better than having both an actual and digital model of a famous landmark in your home?



8. Garden



A garden in Minecraft is a great accentuating feature that can be integrated into any house you build. It's also a great way to collect plants and flowers from other biomes.



Minecraft Garden Build



You can take this idea one step further by making a humongous garden to walk through, acting as a flower show or park for you (and any multiplayer friends) to enjoy and relax within. Also, check out: Where to Find Flowers for Minecraft.



9. Fountain



A small hole can be made in your constructions with some fancy stone. However, it will enhance the other elements. If you are looking to go big, consider a small statue to adorn the fountain.



Minecraft Fountain



You can use an Armor Stand to display a showpiece atop the fountain.



10. Library



It is easy to assemble if your in Creative. You can make it as big or as small as you like. All you need is an outer shell of a building, shaped and designed however you wish, and an absurd number of Bookshelf blocks!



Minecraft Library



Although you might not think of it at first, the library you build can be modeled from a local property, such as your local library. If you're looking to expand your creativity, you can also build the library of Hogwarts. (Who remembers the Uncensored Library Minecraft map from 2020?)



11. Landmarks



A great and functional build idea that's both awe-inspiring and also practical is the option to choose an open space to build a monument. This can be fiction or nonfiction. You can recreate the Statue of Liberty or Big Ben, the Space Needle, Mount Rushmore, and many other iconic buildings.



Minecraft Statue



If a real-world landmark isn't enough to whet your appetite, you might consider building a statue of your favorite superhero. Large-scale builds such as these not only produce impressive art pieces, they can also double up to be literal landmarks so you can navigate your Minecraft world better if other tools aren't available. (You can also see these amazing Harry Potter Minecraft build ideas, top Mario Minecraft builds, and 11 Incredible Skyrim-Inspired Minecraft Builds. Besides, it would be pretty difficult to lose your house if a gigantic Eye of Sauron loomed over it.



12. Evil Lair



Let your more visible side out and embrace your theoretical dark side. If you don't like any of the previous entries when it comes creating your forever home, try something more sinister. The juxtaposition with Minecraft's mostly bright and blissful nature provides a refreshing nature to your gameplay, and by default demands a different approach to the building process. Do you use paintings to conceal secret passageways? To catch people unaware, you can use tripwires and traps. Your perverse schemes are almost limitless.



Minecraft Evil Lair



You can base yourself in the Nether or bring some of the Nether with you to create a dark fortress, underground lair, or fortress that will intimidate anyone who comes near it (even Single player).



13. Aquarium



Be it large or small, an aquarium always manages to become a huge draw of attention, bringing people from far and wide to see exotic fish and marine creatures. With the ever-expanding list of water-dwelling mobs in Minecraft, there hasn't been a better time than now to work on constructing an aquarium of your own.



Minecraft Aquarium Build



There are many options, from a small fish tank in your home to a large building, there are endless possibilities. You'll find more ways to interact with the underwater world and have more comfort, so you'll be able to catch and keep more fish.



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Museum

A museum is a great project for those who want to RP frequently in their world. It can be both a storage area and a way to take a trip back in time. Your first enchanted pickaxe that's this close to breaking, your first diamond, the remains of a beloved animal lost all too soon; these gems can all live here.



Minecraft Museum Build



With materials like the more recently added Bone blocks, you can also recreate fossils and skeletons to put on display, and precious pieces of artwork to admire.



15. Pixel Art



Sticking with the idea of art pieces on display, something that is entirely plausible for each and every Minecraft player, regardless of skill level, is pixel art. The blocky pixel-based art style of default Minecraft lends itself excellently to projects like this. Your imagination is the only limit.



Minecraft Pixel Art Example



Summary:



We hope you enjoyed these top Minecraft building ideas to help get your creative juices flowing. From simple, essential builds to fun artsy builds; from Survival to Creative, there's something for every Minecraft fan on this list. For even more inspiration, see our 5 Best Minecraft Fabric Mods next!



What to Make First in Minecraft



Although all these ideas are fantastic, Survival requires some essentials in order to survive long enough for you to see these wonderful ideas come to fruition. Here's a list of the most essential things to build in your new world.



Crafting Table Tools


Shelter


Enchantment Table





Once you have your build in Minecraft, consider adding some fun kitchen designs to your house!



For even more Minecraft, see some of our popular guides and roundups below:



Minecraft Beginner's Guide


How to Build a House in Minecraft


How to Breed Animals in Minecraft and Tame Animals in Minecraft


Minecraft Potions and Brewing





What are some of your favorite things to build in Minecraft? Comment below.


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