In this video,
we will show you how to build in Minecraft
and share some helpful building tips and ideas.
You can place blocks using the right-click button
on your mouse.
To remove blocks, use the left-click button.
If you're in creative mode,
blocks will break instantly.
But if you're in survival mode,
you will need to use specific tools
for specific blocks to break.
For example,
you can break dirt and grass blocks without any tools,
but it is more convenient and faster using a shovel.
You can break wood blocks using an ax
and stone blocks using a pickax.
To begin building,
you will need to find an area to build in.
Most players prefer to build in a plains biome
because it generally has flatter areas,
which means less terraforming.
But there are many other interesting biomes to choose from.
Once you've settled for a location,
terraform the area if needed
to make space for your build.
The key to building is setting a foundation for your build.
This helps you plan where you want everything to be
and how much space you need.
You can do this by placing blocks
to create an outline of the build.
If you're not sure how you want your build to look,
start by building a rectangle,
and then slowly alter the rectangle
by adding in random shapes or changing the corners.
Keep in mind that you will need to build a roof later on,
so make sure the walls are going to work with the roof.
And you can always adjust the shape of the build
later on while building.
After you've figured out the shape of your build,
plan what blocks you want to use.
The blocks you decide to use
should fit the theme of your build.
For example, if you're going for a medieval type of build,
you will most likely focus on wood and stone blocks.
If you're going for a modern look,
you can use blocks such as quartz and concrete.
Use the blocks of your choice to add walls
and raise them to the level you want.
It's always recommended
that the walls are higher than three blocks
for your build to look better and have more space.
If you're planning on having two floors,
you will need to build higher walls.
Another thing to consider is whether or not
you want to add a balcony.
If so, you will need to make space for a flatter area
within your build in order for that to work.
You can use fences and fence gates for the balcony.
To add more definition to your build,
use a mix of different blocks together,
but make sure the blocks that are put together make sense.
For example, if you're mainly using wood for walls,
try to alternate between using planks and logs.
This way you stick to the wood theme,
but you add more definition to your build.
You can also use two different wood types together
to add more color.
The same concept goes for stone.
There are many different stone types you can use,
and using two or three different kinds
of stone blocks together works as well.
Moving on to the roof,
there are many roof types you can build,
but this depends entirely on the structure
and theme of your build.
For this house,
I'm going to be building a classic gable roof,
but you can build many other kinds of roofs.
For example, if you're going for a more modern build,
you can make a flat roof using slabs
or you can build a mono-pitch type of roof.
If you want to go for a classic roof but spice it up,
you can go for a more curved look.
And if you're building something in a medieval theme,
you can do an A-frame look.
For this roof,
I'm going to be using both spruce stairs and oak stairs
to add color to the build.
To make grooves look better,
you can place stairs upside down on the inside
to create a thicker frame.
Once you're done, you should have
all the important aspects of your build complete.
The next step would be to figure out
where you want to add windows
and add a door where you want the main entrance to be.
You can use normal glass or stained glass for windows,
or, if you're going for a medieval theme,
you can use fences instead.
You can add windowsills
by placing stairs upside down under windows
to add more definition to the walls.
You can also add trapdoors as window shutters or as fences.
You can add some plant pots with your choice of flowers
on the windowsills to decorate the exterior of your build.
And you can add some leaves and lanterns
around the building.
These small little details and decorations
really bring your whole build together.
Another way to add more plants to your build
is to use grass or dirt surrounded by trapdoors
with plants on top.
And to finish off your build,
you can create a path using different stone types together.
If you prefer a more earthy path,
you can use a shovel to create grass paths
and use podzol, coarse dirt, and gravel along with it.