A Young Boy on the Autism Spectrum Turns
A Big Ambition
Ten-year-old Brynjar Karl Bigisson from Iceland wanted to
build a record-breaking Lego replica of the Titanic.
Diagnosed with autism, he was inspired by
“a deep fascination with ships, particularly the Titanic.”
Support and Teamwork
Lego bricks helped Brynjar focus and
channel creativity when social interactions were challenging.
He enlisted help from his grandfather,
who “translated real Titanic blueprints into custom Lego instructions,”
and his mother, who organized crowdfunding for materials.
Dedication and Achievement
Brynjar worked for 11 months,
often hours after school,
to complete a 26-foot-long replica that
surpassed expectations.
Lessons Learned
Reflecting on his accomplishment,
he said developing skills through personal
interest builds capability and advised:
“believe in yourself, rely on a good team, and never give up.”
His project shows that focus, support,
and perseverance can turn big dreams into reality.
