Street Legends – Racing Book Nook

Street Legends – Racing Book Nook

Street Legends – Racing Book Nook is a modular, LED-lit book nook designed to bring urban street racing culture directly into your bookshelf.

The model features five individual garage-style compartments arranged vertically, each designed as a miniature scene for iconic street racing cars. Color-coded drawers, layered walls, and controlled depth create a strong diorama effect, while ambient LED lighting adds atmosphere and visual focus.

This design combines storytelling, display, and functionality — transforming a bookshelf slot into a dynamic racing showcase. Each compartment can be printed separately, customized in color, and illuminated individually, making the model flexible for makers and collectors.

🔧 LED & Electronics Setup (tested configuration)

The book nook was designed and tested using 5V COB LED lighting components:

• LED strips:
  5 mm COB LED Strip, DC 5V
  Cut into 10 segments of 6 cm each
• Mounting:
  LED strips are attached directly to the 3D-printed parts using the integrated self-adhesive backing
• Connectors:
  5 mm COB LED wire connectors (solderless mini buckle type)
  Used for clean and tool-free wiring
• Power input:
  USB Type-C female chassis connector (24 AWG)
  Allows simple 5V power supply via USB

The internal geometry includes space for cable routing and connectors, keeping wiring hidden and assembly clean.

🚗 Vehicle Compatibility

The compartments are sized to display 1:64 scale die-cast cars, tested with a 5-pack street racing set.
Other 1:64 models with similar dimensions will also fit.

🖨️ Printing Notes

• Designed for PLA or PETG
• Modular multi-part construction
• Optimized for easy printing and assembly
• No supports required for most parts
• Colors and lighting can be customized per compartment

Inspired by street racing culture and iconic movie cars.