A different way to think together
A BrickTalk workshop doesn’t feel like a meeting, a training session, or a presentation.
People arrive, sit around tables scattered with LEGO® bricks, and are given a clear, thoughtful question to work with. Hands start moving. Models begin to take shape. The room settles into a quiet focus — broken by the occasional laugh, moment of recognition, or story that surprises even the person telling it.
What happens next is the real work.
As people explain what they’ve built, ideas that are usually hard to express become visible. Assumptions surface. Different perspectives sit side by side on the table, not competing, but informing one another.
The conversation shifts from opinions to shared understanding.
By the end of the session, the group isn’t just talking better — they’re seeing the same picture.
What BrickTalk workshops are designed for
BrickTalk workshops help groups do something most meetings struggle to achieve:
think clearly together about what matters.
They are built for groups who:
- need alignment rather than more discussion
- want every voice involved, not just the confident few
- are tired of revisiting the same issues without real progress
- value practical outcomes over polished slides
Whether the group is a chamber executive, a council team, a business network, or a community of residents, the intent is the same: create shared clarity first — so action makes sense afterwards.
How a BrickTalk workshop works
Every workshop follows a simple, well-held structure.
A carefully framed question sets the focus. Participants build individual models using LEGO® bricks to represent their thinking. Everyone is invited to share what their model means, guided by the facilitator so the conversation stays purposeful and respectful.
As the session unfolds, patterns emerge. Connections are made. The group reflects together on what they are seeing — not just hearing — and identifies what matters most going forward.
Nothing is rushed. Nothing is performative.
The structure creates safety, focus, and momentum.
People leave with:
- a shared understanding of the issue at hand
- clearer priorities
- a common language to support future conversations
- and tangible next steps they can actually use
Workshop focus areas
BrickTalk workshops are not one-size-fits-all. Each session is shaped to the people in the room and the context they’re working in. That said, most workshops fall into a small number of focus areas.
Strategy & Direction
For groups who need to clarify where they’re heading and why.
These workshops help participants surface different interpretations of purpose, priorities, and success — and turn them into a shared picture everyone understands. They’re particularly valuable for leadership teams, committees, and organisations navigating change, growth, or uncertainty.
Engagement & Culture
For groups who want stronger connection and trust.
These sessions focus on how people experience working together — what helps, what gets in the way, and what needs attention. The hands-on process makes it easier to talk honestly about relationships, roles, and expectations without blame or defensiveness.
Customer & Community Insight
For groups who serve others and want to do it better.
Participants build models that represent customers, members, residents, or stakeholders — exploring value, experience, and unmet needs. This approach often reveals insights that surveys and discussions miss, because people are thinking with their hands as well as their words.
Reflection & Renewal
For groups who want space to reflect, reconnect, and make meaning together.
These workshops are especially powerful in community and retirement-village settings. They create room for storytelling, shared reflection, and connection — not as nostalgia, but as a way of strengthening belonging and understanding what matters now.
Why LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®?
BrickTalk uses LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® as a thinking tool — not a gimmick.
Building in three dimensions helps people express ideas that are difficult to articulate in conversation alone. The structured process ensures everyone contributes, regardless of confidence, role, or background. Metaphor allows complex or sensitive topics to be explored safely and productively.
The result is deeper insight, faster alignment, and conversations that stay grounded in what people actually mean.
What to expect
BrickTalk workshops typically run from 90 minutes to half a day, depending on the purpose and group size. They are designed to be inclusive, accessible, and respectful of participants’ time and experience.
No prior knowledge is required. No one is put on the spot.
Everything is guided with care, clarity, and purpose.
Is a BrickTalk workshop right for your group?
If you’re looking for:
- clearer thinking instead of louder discussion
- engagement without pressure
- insight that leads somewhere practical