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#76
31st Jul 2010 at 10:44 AM
Posts: 835
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Oh these house's are so awsome. I think I need to learn some more building techiques my house is so blah..... COME TO ME INSPIRATION
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#77
31st Jul 2010 at 1:45 PM
Posts: 91
Hotel Seafoam
Welcome to hotel Seafoam, located on the beautiful Builders Island. We can offer you six bedrooms in a luxurius style, diningroom with a top class kitchen and a relaxing lounge.Front
Second floor
First floor
Bedroom
Diningroom and kitchen
Lounge
Indoors garden
NO CC.
#78
31st Jul 2010 at 2:37 PM
Posts: 14
Thanks: 1 in 1 Posts
Do Items from the EA Exchange count as official or CC?
#79
31st Jul 2010 at 2:44 PM
Posts: 146
Thanks: 7543 in 15 Posts
Quote: Originally posted by Twilightsimgirl123
Do Items from the EA Exchange count as official or CC? |
I'm pretty sure only store content and expansion pack stuff doesn't count as CC.
Excuse me, but I just have to explode.
#80
31st Jul 2010 at 3:26 PM
Last edited by heaven_sent_8_18 : 31st Jul 2010 at 3:46 PM.
Posts: 3,720
Thanks: 27118 in 66 Posts
Fragglerocks - Your house is so cozy! I love the upper deck and the green house and the sloping path up the lake. I'd live there!!!
Armiel - your house is really neat. However, that TV sticks out like a sore thumb! Chances are with no walls or roof, it would have been stolen at some point. Unless you can make it look as grungy as everything else, I would chuck it!
Armiel - your house is really neat. However, that TV sticks out like a sore thumb! Chances are with no walls or roof, it would have been stolen at some point. Unless you can make it look as grungy as everything else, I would chuck it!
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"On the internet, you can be anything you want. It's strange that so many people choose to be stupid."
"On the internet, you can be anything you want. It's strange that so many people choose to be stupid."
#81
31st Jul 2010 at 4:19 PM
El Palacio del Sol (The Palace of the Sun)
El Palacio del Sol (The Palace of the Sun) RAWR!
This is my entry for Round 3!
It is called El Palacio del Sol, or The Palace of the Sun. You guys can probably see why...
Like my R2 entry, I chose a bright color for the exterior. However, this time it isn't an eyesore...I think it looks nice.
Lets get on with it!
Features:
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- 2 Floors
- Bright & Cheery Color Scheme
- Large Deck
- Pool
- Outdoor Kitchen
*****NO CC! (Only Store Items)*****
Pictures:
Front View (The bamboo tree faded away)
First Floor
Second Floor
Formal Living Room
Kitchen
Formal Dining Room
Master Bedroom
Master Bathroom
Backyard
Zoomed-Out Front View
Wellll there it is. That was fun...
Good Job everyone! All of your houses are awesome!
Can't wait until the next one.
Peace/out/cub/scout♥
#82
31st Jul 2010 at 4:30 PM
Posts: 192
Thanks: 561 in 8 Posts
Bchbch Walk, this one's definitely not an eyesore! Very beautiful and very sunny indeed. Love what you did with the standard square windows. Why can't I ever think of something like that? The customized sports car out front is a nice touch too.
Test Subject
#83
31st Jul 2010 at 5:25 PM
Posts: 51
Shoji
Hi, I’m Kimiko welcome to our house. A Shoji is wall made out of wood and paper. It can be used as walls, windows or doors. So why did we named our house Shoji? because there's none.As you can see this is a real false traditional Japanese house. We didn’t inherit it from some unknown crazy uncle nor did we restore it with all our love and money. We just have it built like any other house.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
We wanted a traditional house with all modern comfort. We have four bedrooms, five bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, living area, training room and a studio. Of course No CC was used in this house.
Maybe you want a sky view, then let’s climb that tree (we actually don’t have enough money to afford a helicopter) to see the house from above.
This is the second floor where we have the training room, the studio and a bathroom just in case my husband sets himself on fire.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
This is the first floor with the bedrooms, three bathrooms and an office area.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
Here is the ground floor with the kitchen, dining area, living area and one bathroom. On this floor we have a lot of arches to let us have a view of the garden wherever we are.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
Let’s go inside now. This is the living area. The floor is made out of tatami so please take off your shoes. We have tatami in every room except the kitchen and the bathrooms. We choose black and red for the furniture to make a contrast with the tatami and the walls which are light.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
This is the dining area. We used the same colors as for the living and this is where we have the best view of the garden because of the arches.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
This is the kitchen. Everything is made out of wood and stainless steel. So even with three children the kitchen stays clean.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
Here is our bedroom. Black and grey with very few decorations to stay Zen.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
This is the Zen garden so nothing for the children just a pond and a cherry tree. You can swim and fish in the pond.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
This is a porch where we have a mini Zen garden with Koi fish. This is my favorite place in the house.
http://i897.photobucket.com/albums/...pg?t=1280591251
Well you seem exhausted; maybe I shouldn’t have talked you into climbing that tree. You better go home and have some rest. Good bye.
#84
31st Jul 2010 at 5:28 PM
Quick question; are we allowed to raise or lower the terrain inside the foundation hole?
(please excuse any typos. I'm commenting from my Wii!)
(please excuse any typos. I'm commenting from my Wii!)
#85
31st Jul 2010 at 6:38 PM
I have. I just figured as long as you level out the edges of the foundation again you're technically noy altering it
Guys, rules are good! Rules help control the fun. ~ Monica E. Geller
Guys, rules are good! Rules help control the fun. ~ Monica E. Geller
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#86
31st Jul 2010 at 7:11 PM
Posts: 11
My Entry
This beautiful house once stood proud within acres of farm land. The owner Mr Farmer, took great pride in his work, and his wife the same with the farm house. As time moved on and the couple began to get old the work became to much so bit by bit Mr Farmer sold the farm land to whoever wanted to buy it, but he was determined to leave the house to his only son, Jack Farmer. Sadly 10 months Mr and Mrs Farmer passed away and the house fell into the hands of Jack. Jack was so happy to have such a lovely house, he has carefully modernise the entire house yet kept it feeling warm, just like a farmhouse should. It has 3 bedrooms, 1 of which is the master room and boosts a gorgeous fire place, a large hallway, kitchen/diner, lounge, laundry and downstairs loo. Outside is a comfy deck, laundry area, sunken veg plot, BBQ area and a swimmable pond- ideal for the hot summer months! There is also parking for 2 cars and 2 bike stands.http://gb.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2823024
#87
31st Jul 2010 at 7:50 PM
Last edited by Mia138 : 4th Aug 2010 at 11:28 PM.
Posts: 176
Sunset Valley Natural History Centre
Alfred Hawkes is an outdoor sim who inherited a love of nature from his father, Ernest Hawkes, the founder of the SVHNC thirty years ago and his statue stands outside the entrace to the Centre.Of course the centre looked very different back then but a year ago Alfred was awarded a large grant by the Sunset Valley Council in honour of all his work on local preservation and restoration of endangered species. He used the money to rebuild the centre and this is what we see today.
Part of preserving local wildlife involves being 'green' and so he was determined to make use of both solar and wind energy to power the Centre.
The Centre houses a large collection of butterflies and beetles from all over the world. He has some of the rarest species on display together with photographs taken on his collecting trips.
The focal point of the Centre is the large glass atrium which has been carefully planted with a tree, shrubs and flowers all food sources for the butterflies and beetles which are also housed there.
A gallery surrounds the Atrium and along the walls are several live exhibits collected by Alfred and on the walls are photographs taken on his travels, photography being a great passion of his.
He has written several books and brochures about the creatures he has collected and these are on sale from reception along with other nicknacks. All proceeds from sales are, of course, used to keep the Centre up and running.
At the rear of the centre is a wildlife garden, again planted and landscaped to encourage local wildlife. He holds lectures there often for local groups and especially the local cubscouts and brownies who sit for hours mesmerised by the stories he tells them of his adventures and the wondrous sights he has seen. Very often the youngsters will persuade their leaders and parents to let them sleep over and so a couple of tents are left set up for such occassions.
To the everyday visitor the Centre is a shining modern example of contemporary style - I wonder how shocked they would be to see beyond that door marked "Private". To see the living area that Alfred retreats to each evening after the Centre has closed.
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He has spent so much time travelling and living in either a tent or a very basic mud hut that he is no longer comfortable in what we would think of as 'normal furnishing situations'. His small two roomed accomodation is so basic it almost resembles the interior of a shack or tent.
Containing only the basic essentials needed to eat, drink and sleep. More photos from his travels adorn the walls. Very often a sick or ailing insect will be perched on a shelf so that Alfred can keep a caring eye on it and then there is the fish tank, currently housing some frogs he 'rescued' on a recent trip to France.. A photo of his father sits on his desk, reminds him of the humble beginnings.
In the small private garden area outside are three neatly kept graves. One belongs to his father. The other two are his beloved wife Kathleen and their daughter Elizabeth who caught a fever while travelling with him and died within a week of their return. Now Alfred lives alone with his bugs and his memories.
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No CC was used in this build.
#88
31st Jul 2010 at 8:12 PM
Quote: Originally posted by BGatot
Bchbch Walk, this one's definitely not an eyesore! Very beautiful and very sunny indeed. Love what you did with the standard square windows. Why can't I ever think of something like that? The customized sports car out front is a nice touch too. |
Whyyy Thankyouuu. I tried
Can't wait to see your house!
#89
31st Jul 2010 at 10:45 PM
OMG how do you guys come up with all of these back stories? And how come most of them are so sad?
PS confused_claire where did you get the decorative rocks by the pool? Are they from World Adventures?
PS confused_claire where did you get the decorative rocks by the pool? Are they from World Adventures?
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#90
31st Jul 2010 at 11:08 PM
Posts: 107
132 Cherry Street
The Nickengregs built this house to accomadate their growing family needs. They decided to settle down on 132 Cherry Street because it was in beautiful small community. The parents decided both of the girl's rooms would be exactly the same size, have the same wallpaper, and the same flooring. They did let the girls decided the colors though. They wanted a classic house. They accomplished this dream very beautifully.Front
Roof
Third Floor (Master Bedroom)
Second Floor (Girls' Room's and Study)
First Floor (Kitchen, Home Gym, Dining Room, Deck, Lounge Area, Living Room, Entry)
Kitchen
Living Room
Master Bedroom
Girls' Bedrooms, Closets, and Bathroom
Study and Second Floor Hallway
Living Room, Dining Room, and Home Gym
No CC
#91
31st Jul 2010 at 11:10 PM
Posts: 3,720
Thanks: 27118 in 66 Posts
Quote: Originally posted by Menaceman44
OMG how do you guys come up with all of these back stories? And how come most of them are so sad? |
I LOVE stories...reading is my absolute favorite past time and I would love to one day write a novel. So, making stories up is just something I do anyway. Also, I can't build a house without a story. I mean, I have to understand why it was built, who lived there, etc. Even when I build for myself, I make up little stories/ideas about the people who would most likely live there and, at least with TS2, would usually end up making them and moving them in later.
Heaven Sims | Avendale Legacy
"On the internet, you can be anything you want. It's strange that so many people choose to be stupid."
"On the internet, you can be anything you want. It's strange that so many people choose to be stupid."
Test Subject
#92
31st Jul 2010 at 11:19 PM
Posts: 11
Quote: Originally posted by Menaceman44
OMG how do you guys come up with all of these back stories? And how come most of them are so sad? PS confused_claire where did you get the decorative rocks by the pool? Are they from World Adventures? |
The big massive rocks came with Riverview! x
#93
31st Jul 2010 at 11:35 PM
Quote: Originally posted by confused_claire
The big massive rocks came with Riverview! x |
Really? I don't have them I have some big light brown ones that came with WA but the only big grey ones I have were made by Gillianivy on here....that said, I seem to be missing some other stuff that I'm sure I should have. For instance, can someone tell me where in the catalogue to find the solar panels? I know I've used them in the past so I had them at one time but I can't bloody find them for the life of me!
Guys, rules are good! Rules help control the fun. ~ Monica E. Geller
#94
31st Jul 2010 at 11:37 PM
Last edited by Kaospilot : 31st Jul 2010 at 11:47 PM.
Posts: 1,539
Thanks: 666 in 3 Posts
They are from the renault eco pack: http://gb.store.thesims3.com/renault.html
Some nice plants in there too
EDIT: Oh, the catalogue. Yea it's under misc like menaceman said!
Note to self: L2 read
TS3 aliens? Finally! Now give us OFB and proper apartments, damnit! - EA, you are breaking my heart. - I give up.
Some nice plants in there too
EDIT: Oh, the catalogue. Yea it's under misc like menaceman said!
Note to self: L2 read
#95
31st Jul 2010 at 11:38 PM
Quote: Originally posted by confused_claire
The big massive rocks came with Riverview! x |
Hmm. Where are they in the catalogue? I have riverview but can only seem to find the regular small rocks or the giant waterfall rocks in BuyDebug.
Missroxor, the panels (and turbines) are found under misc. decoration in the function sort.
#96
1st Aug 2010 at 2:48 AM
Hey,does anyone know how to put colourful text?
#97
1st Aug 2010 at 3:31 AM
Posts: 207
Thanks: 5569 in 49 Posts
Hello...
HP, I really don't mean to be pushy an any way, but do you have an update on the scores? I'm just dying to see how everyone did!
Thanks! =)
(BY THE WAY, I'm almost freaking out at how good some of these homes are. I mean, really Llihnae? Do you just want to make us all look bad LOL?)
Man, the comparison between the 1st round and now is amazing... Some of the builders out there really have talent! =)
HP, I really don't mean to be pushy an any way, but do you have an update on the scores? I'm just dying to see how everyone did!
Thanks! =)
(BY THE WAY, I'm almost freaking out at how good some of these homes are. I mean, really Llihnae? Do you just want to make us all look bad LOL?)
Man, the comparison between the 1st round and now is amazing... Some of the builders out there really have talent! =)
Currently not able to take requests at this time... sorry!
#98
1st Aug 2010 at 3:47 AM
Last edited by gabrielorie : 3rd Aug 2010 at 3:02 AM.
Wow,amazing and creative ideas/stories guys .This is my very first Victorian styled house so be nice .I present to you...
The Victorian Cottage
Britney and her family have always been farmers for many generations but britney was always facinated with the Victorian era so she built this house.
Front Yard
Outside it seems nice and peaceful/countryish but wait until you reach inside...
Living Room
Inside it is a lovely victorian style house that can cope with your everyday needs.
Whats a Victorian house without a fountain
Kitchen And Dining
A nice cozy area :lovestruc
Master Bedroom
A perfect specimen of country and victorian (plus it has a great view of outside)
Outdoor Patio
A nice BBQ area
Balcony View
Back View
Floorplans
First Storey
Second Storey
Roof
Price Furnished $121,704
Price Unfurnished $69,932
No CC Used
Enjoy
The Victorian Cottage
Britney and her family have always been farmers for many generations but britney was always facinated with the Victorian era so she built this house.
Front Yard
Outside it seems nice and peaceful/countryish but wait until you reach inside...
Living Room
Inside it is a lovely victorian style house that can cope with your everyday needs.
Whats a Victorian house without a fountain
Kitchen And Dining
A nice cozy area :lovestruc
Master Bedroom
A perfect specimen of country and victorian (plus it has a great view of outside)
Outdoor Patio
A nice BBQ area
Balcony View
Back View
Floorplans
First Storey
Second Storey
Roof
Price Furnished $121,704
Price Unfurnished $69,932
No CC Used
Enjoy
#99
1st Aug 2010 at 5:03 AM
Posts: 500
Thanks: 1851 in 30 Posts
Gabrielorie...love the house! How interesting that all those styles work so well together!
But just to let you know....you do have 5 pictures too many! I had a hard time choosing pictures myself this round.
But just to let you know....you do have 5 pictures too many! I had a hard time choosing pictures myself this round.
#100
1st Aug 2010 at 5:18 AM
Thanks,thats a very nice thing to say because this is my very first victorian styled house and my 2nd or 3rd 2 storey house .And sorry :o.I'm making a video right now for the extra pictures,btw can you tell me how to get the colourful text ?
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