"Fascinating things are all around us in Hong Kong, but people who live here are just too used to them to realize how special they are."

Kai Shing Assistant Property Facility Manager Ric Tse may be just one of millions of LEGO fans around the world, but he has captured international interest online and from the media (even CNN) with his original recreations of Hong Kong's cityscape and culture made from LEGO bricks, miniature figures and accessories.

Over 41,000 Facebook users follow Ric's page featuring vignettes of the city inspired by tourist attractions, older areas with special character, street food and aspects of everyday life. Ric says the photography only takes a few hours but the scenes often need weeks or months to prepare, noting that finding the right props is the hardest part. He can get tiny toys from gachapons, although it's time consuming searching for the right ones, and Ric even makes his own creations sometimes if there's nothing on the street that fits.

"These photos are meant to bring happiness – both to viewers and myself. It's the same goal I try to achieve with residents while at work, and being on good terms with people helps solve problems if they arise," says Ric.