About Slab Dream Lab Where Imagination Meets Innovation

The Spark of an Idea

What began as a heartfelt project to build a sturdy LEGO® table for then 9-year-old Matthew has blossomed into something extraordinary. When founder Lyle Thompson and his son couldn’t find baseplates strong enough for their creations, Lyle decided to make his own. That initial journey – full of trips to hardware stores, countless hours, and unexpected challenges – led to a realization: there was a demand for high-quality, creative baseplates that go beyond playroom standards.

Our Growth & Mission

From a humble basement project, Slab Dream Lab has become a pioneering name, offering baseplates of all shapes and sizes, from small setups to installations as large as walls. Our plates now find homes in schools, museums, businesses, and homes across the U.S. and worldwide. Headquartered in Athens, Georgia, inside the former Georgia Square Mall, our facility brings together creativity, manufacturing, and innovation to fuel the imagination of builders of all ages.

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What We Offer

At Slab Dream Lab, we believe that building is more than just assembling bricks – it’s about sparking curiosity, challenging minds, and creating endless possibilities. Our baseplates are crafted with precision, ensuring an unmatched grip and durability. With vibrant colors and custom graphics, they set the stage for epic designs, whether for personal projects or interactive classrooms. For educators, our baseplates transform STEM lessons into hands-on learning adventures, allowing students to visualize rivers, cities, and entire landscapes, turning classrooms into hubs of exploration.

Why Choose Our Baseplates?

COMPATIBLE

Our custom baseplates are compatible with all major brick brands.

TONGUE & GROOVE

Lock in the fun with our DREAM-TITE system for rock-solid builds.

TOUGH & DURABLE

Thick, durable baseplates allow for easy mobility and tightly grip bricks.

What Customer Say Baseplate Reviews

UPDATE: We continue to build out our project – as you can see – we love it! We received our amazingly packaged baseplates the other day. We were able to open them this morning and lay out our town. Truly impressive and everything we asked for. It was an absolute pleasure working with you and your team. Thank you so much. I’m truly blown away with your customer service! Just over the top. We couldn’t be happier.

M Cara

We got these new mosaic base plates from @slabdreamlab recently and it truly has inspired my children to a whole new brick world! They loved that the set included to them what looked like water, lava, grass and sand. They began creating a whole world filled with characters and it’s been a big hit making a permanent fixture of our living room coffee table.

Mahima Sarceno

Our SDL baseplates have been so much fun! You can attach the baseplates together to make a very large starting ground. We love the bright colors and big sizes allowing us to create anything Kai dream up. Our whole table is covered up in these!

Jen Marie Greer