#2664 SET REVIEW: Evolution of STEM (Set 21355)

Let’s address the elephant in the room: Yes – the DNA helix twists backwards. 🧬 Put simply, if you descend the DNA, you should find yourself turning right. ↩️ Instead this turns left, like a castle staircase. See our Techniques slide for how to fix yours correctly.

Let’s explore this unusual IDEAS set in greater depth. Ultimately we scored this set 23/25 – but a high score doesn’t mean you have to like it. Is this one you’ll open the wallet to get?

🟢 PART SELECTION: This set has 4 new molds, 10 new recolors, 3 new prints, and a sticker sheet with nods to vintage LEGO themes. Score: 5️⃣

🟢 MINIFIGURES: Tributes to historical figures don’t come around often, making this collection special and significant – especially with the CMF quality accessories. Score: 5️⃣

🟢 TECHNIQUES: While some techniques are completely novel (building DNA), others are standard (tree and flowers). Score: 4️⃣

🟢 VALUE FOR MONEY: LEGO has only done a few tributes to historical figures – and most have been largely tied to GWPs. Thankfully this set isn’t locked behind an expensive purchase threshold! The price per part is 9.1c. 5️⃣

🟢 DISPLAY VALUE: Point removed for the DNA spiral being built the wrong direction and therefore inaccurate. 4️⃣

[Review products provided by the LEGO group, but all opinions are our own and honest – we don’t have to praise sets to keep receiving them.]