Jasnik82 wrote:
Hi Magician,
I have spent a bit of time in your cozy cottage and have drawn the following conclusion:
Seeing as it is a starter you have done really well, I like the whole look from the outside and the gardens complement the cozy feel of the place, so I wouldnt touch that at all. Perhaps a pillar round the back to support the corner. The first thing that did catch my attention was the size of the windows, while they dont look totally out of place I probably would have gone with two of the $75 windows with a saving of $20 for each big window swapped out ($120 total). Also perhaps make the outer frames a little darker to tie in with the door.
When I stepped inside, the first thing that stood out was the large empty wall space to the right. I would suggest removing one of the plants and moving the bedroom door one space to the right and put the remaining plant in between the two doors. This breaks up the wall a little and saves $45 on the plant.
I agree with an earlier comment that the pattern on the lower half of the wall in the bedroom would look better in a smaller pattern. Also it would look better if the wood inlay of the interior doors was one colour.
I noticed that in the bathroom you used a very expensive tile considering its a starter. I would suggest using roof tile for free and saving $160. Alternatively you could just go with a cheaper tile and CAS. You could also save money by replacing the rug under the dining table by CASing the carpet squares you already have to match your original rug pattern saving $100, and the same in the bedroom saves $100 also. Total savings $525.
Totally up to you what you do with your savings but here is what I would do. Get rid of the TV for another $500, everyone needs something to save up for. Put up 6 sets of curtains in the living and dining room, this really ups the cozy cottage feel. Add a small pillar on the corner out back as it looks unsupported, or add a plant or lamp to the bedroom.
As I said, I really like this lot, it would be a lovely starter home for my sims. And my suggestions are just that, do with them what you will.
I would love to share my WIP but it is for a challenge so perhaps next time.
Jasnik :)
Thank you for taking the time to look at my house. (Starter)
Thank you as well for the suggestions and comments. I will put them all in my mind and remember when I want to do a Starter again. AND: not use CC. Oops I did and didn't want to. That's why there's an empty space when u come in.
Thank you again and see u soon again.
