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 booted up Minecraft and created a new world after being away from the game for a while. Or, maybe you're feeling bored right now, and that happens too! In the end, the equivalent of writer's block slaps you in the face, and you need some creative ideas for your next Minecraft build. (Do you need to start with a guide? We have you covered, with the Minecraft Building Guide and How to Mod Minecraft Wikipedia.
Never fear, as we've compiled a shortlist of the best things to dedicate your time and build talent to with these fun Minecraft build ideas:
15 Best Minecraft Building Ideas
1. House
Tried and true, a house is a necessity for almost every Minecraft player. We've all been there. But rather than settle for a bland, flat box for a home, why not strive to create something that reflects you and your passions? If you want to replicate a house from your favorite media, then you can use pictures for reference.
Minecraft House
Do something totally unique. Forget about the usual structures. Make something quirky, cute, funny, or cool. With Minecraft being the ultimate creativity tool, don't limit yourself to the bare essentials of 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. Begin by laying out your floorplan and the perimeter wall that will surround the castle. For an added flair, you might add a drawbridge and moat.
Minecraft Castle Building
You should consider the angle of fantasy that you want to achieve. This will determine the type of blocks, color schemes, and decoration aesthetics you choose. As with any Minecraft build, the more forethought you give to a build, the better it will turn out, and the more likely you will be to follow through and have the determination to complete it.
3. Boat
Minecraft Boat Build Example
It can be used as an accompaniment to a castle or as a standalone building depending on its size. However, it can be a rewarding and challenging experience to build a seaworthy vessel. A boat is less functional than other structures in Minecraft. However, if you want to have a home base that isn’t just a box, a boat can be a great way to reenergize your Minecraft playthrough.
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. Although you don’t have to make something like this immediately, it is possible to build them in the future.
Minecraft City Of Kings Landing (from Game Of Thrones).
The further you push the scale and detail, the harder it will be, so compartmentalize. Don't worry about furnishing the insides of each and every building as you go; you can put a sign down or make a mental note of what you'd like each building to be.
5. Animal Farm
If you play Survival, there are many ways to build an animal farm. The easiest way to lure two animals to your home is to place them in a pen and let them live there. Rinse and repeat for multiple mobs to have an endless supply of meat and eggs.
Minecraft Animal Farm/Farmhouse
You can create complex systems that automatically farm animal resources if you want to take your animal farming to a new level. This will almost always require that you lure the animals. However, if you are a busy bee, you can ensure valuable materials remain available even while you are away.
6. Treehouse
Treehouses are an excellent way to spice up Minecraft's lifestyle. You can incorporate any tree from any biome into your Minecraft home, but a Jungle biome is the best option due to its height (and thus real estate) and the ability to produce without any obstruction or limitation.
Minecraft Treehouse Construction
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
It seems simple enough, right? Just place some blocks and a bit water. Make it more interesting! If you have a specific theme for your surroundings, why not design the bridge to match it?
Minecraft Bridge Construction
Another option is to create a project that is based on 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 a digital and physical model of a famous landmark?
8. Garden
An often-overlooked element that can be incorporated into each and every house you build, the garden in Minecraft is an accentuating feature that can really enhance the aesthetics of your home. It is also a great place to collect all the plants and flowers that you find, as well as saplings of trees you have found in different biomes, if your garden allows it.
Minecraft Garden Build
You can take this idea to the next level by creating a massive garden that you can walk through. This will act as a park or flower show for you and your multiplayer friends. Also see: Where to Find Flowers in Minecraft.
9. Fountain
Another easy addition that can enhance other elements of your builds, throw down some fancy stone and dig a small hole - but no swimming! If you want to go big, make a small statue that will sit on top of the fountain. You can also incorporate Redstone to make your water flow through the spouts.
Minecraft Fountain
If you prefer a simpler way to have a showpiece at the top of your fountain, you can use an Armor Stand and some shiny armor. Just Another Wordpress Site
10. Library
A Library is a library is an easy build to assemble, and it can be as big as you want. 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 Build
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. You could also consider building the library at Hogwarts, Belle’s library from Beauty and the Beast or the Jedi Archives, if your imagination is a little more advanced. (Who recalls the Uncensored Library Minecraft mapping from 2020?)
11. Landmarks
A stunning yet practical build idea, you can choose an area to build a monument from fiction or nonfiction. Try to recreate the Statue of Liberty and Big Ben, as well as the Space Needle and Mount Rushmore.
Minecraft Statue
If a real-world landmark does not appeal to you, why not create a statue representing 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. (Also see: 11 Incredible Skyrim-Inspired Minecraft builds, top Mario Minecraft builds and these amazing Harry Potter Minecraft builds). A giant Eye of Sauron could also make it difficult to lose a house.
12. Evil Lair
Let your more visible side out and embrace your theoretical dark side. If any of the previous entries haven't been to your liking when it comes to creating your forever home, aim for something villainous. Minecraft's bright, blissful and cheerful nature creates a refreshing atmosphere that will inspire you to take a different approach when building your home. Do you create secret passageways hidden by paintings? Use tripwires and hidden traps to catch anyone who enters your base. Your twisted schemes are limitless.
Minecraft Evil Lair
You have the option to base yourself in The Nether, or bring some of it to you to build a dark fortress/underground lair that will intimidate all who approach 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
The options are endless, from a small tank in your house to a large structure, 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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MuseumIf you want to RP a lot, a museum can be a great storage space and a way to go 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
Materials such as the new Bone blocks can be used to create fossils, skeletons, and precious pieces for your collection.
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. You can use any image from your favorite anime character or a scene from a beloved movie. Or you can use the most spiciest memes.
Minecraft Pixel Art Example
In 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 our shortlist of the most important items to build first in your 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? Let us know in the comments.
