It was a while ago that we did one of the Show me your... posts, so I thought it was time for the least appreciated world in sims 4 (or so it seems on this forum) - Magnolia Promenade. And yes, it is small, the four lots we get are sorely lacking in inspiration and execution, but all the more reason to get some inspiration. So show me what you've made of Magnolia Promenade!

This is my Magnolia Promenade (at the moment) https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlOz3ooQRGKB9l_R_-URmbb-f9-Q43Brq7VDsCezFK6BIiijjnIZpNgsJ1nbg76PoKZ8QBPWPoD8-_doloNRnRqCapBzP56Ic1Rr4RTXcxcl6UwsL1O80kElFCxDewjQfk9nGUXQ67WjG86LcfE_hPyBDpax_mpSZfn8E4_0WCJyB4xfaKhpROAEPkQg=s16000Plumbobs map replacement does a lot to make the world feel more inviting in my mind. It was one of the first things I downloaded after getting the pack.For me, what was mostly lacking in the original was the experience of going out and spending a few hours going to stores, browsing, sitting down in a café, talk to your friends. So I wanted to recreate that feeling, preferably without having to move between lots too much as I don't like loading screens. Therefore all my lots contain several different stores. Preeminent Domain: Spoiler (Highlight to read)https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1tLM8q59dvdYudjxWREeWMHhWrYXU9yzVL_MW8AJK3P8P21EA8i0rXB4uGVX77epatfdW0p2LumGOj8i63_8KKaA9A7eo7u2alH-sKbutvk4CMi3lektG2MhPXbUFBBGheN9byKFleePF1pdJQbOUVDRC93J87hCXlqg36DPTa5P2KKoO1BXcikmRAA=w640-h488This build is by the wonderful Peacemaker, who has builds for all these lots. I especially liked this one because it had a beautiful art-shop that I could see my sims using again and again: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEilCPNx9a-9gp56Ceh_tBfVumIIaGOK-j_ChITK6ESMpVWjRQlmkzlV3Qxvdul0kLHtsC9WeCGVPNNlit9heCKXnnj7u4Pg83_jKyZe9kd98djDwYNDB0aC_gB7ayvsrgMHFxvQurwg7b7gZCvPC7NAJuTa86GaS6-rIDBJTwJ6WQjmjbGfw8O86T-0VQ=w640-h320I then added a fashion shop for women. With a trendsetter as one of my main sims at the moment, this was an absolute must. I've focused on everyday, hot weather and party wear in this store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjDE70HbEa2olU5hgVrdMXNl0-RkhswcsBk7bo4wTUOBqs6rZd1Nr1klyrXPfOJpQhlNNYzL4RvZR4q09TSbvIHAe8U0cAtTbpW1Fh8xogKxSmZjXnzr2bf8jHr7G_wxgloSK4QVTq8ABWqfGKuOyMvX5mdOT4210cGLza5pqGeszE6akRz7tNr4NE16Q=w640-h366I also added a book shop, though I am considering if I want to remake this one, mostly because I hate those bookcases. I am considering either changing it to a nail and pedicure salon, or download a mod that lets you sell books from ordinary book shelves. I have yet to decide. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjtHtAq6MWCtJkgt7XrkL4SO39LeMu_WVkdtocwNwsTsy0tfNXO0SSI4EY2qEHQkaMXRLF1wDVixMu3ZVYKJMefS9h9_zHCwTXYRIb-f8NKJJGHzDJ89C2woLHn7UZj1dSj1rfemB-wwbC0YmfK-Pbkjcvtt-NNZlyCBROJbptbAsQgXF0miq0W-zoOPQ=w640-h400I also added a bakery/café that works perfectly if you just call the barista. A perfect place to sit down and take it easy for a while, and it will be lively as NPCs go in to buy the baked goods. Many will also sit down and chat, which I love. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEimERMjxJ7WLGDbXdGrLwZ_YyrJsh8vd8T1nU-H1aiAA3P2mOXdc7vsaY9hBUiQhBMnrESiZgPo_VzOrEhXpsXIOPWVBiLq51k8CyY5znjl3jKshJNJe9zYhmssFuhfx1tBlel4r3K-AojBK_XcCVUK3c9S_A3gzGC69qXjImxBEciH5fMHO1Kudyf-7w=w640-h346And finally a high end restaurant that fitted the location but which obviously won't work while the place is a retail venue. Then again, it's easy (for me at least) to think that they're just not open for business at the same hours at the store, so it would be closed. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiqbUde_IN-MfBd9Rrn6YDTIGeNOfU2UUBY9w9DA4ulcE9kJZJUrL6jv9CJFyOSAdOqYf6pSiakCRAd1CFCwszFjx9PzhoYF-T5OfTps_VGNzPm-EwD2ekPxA9Z1zZkbjYk39Y51zk-02osl5C-h5iCrKUxeVTCxx-Xe9xh9dkM8-mYlYszwUg5Ak8RaA=w640-h336https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1tLM8q59dvdYudjxWREeWMHhWrYXU9yzVL_MW8AJK3P8P21EA8i0rXB4uGVX77epatfdW0p2LumGOj8i63_8KKaA9A7eo7u2alH-sKbutvk4CMi3lektG2MhPXbUFBBGheN9byKFleePF1pdJQbOUVDRC93J87hCXlqg36DPTa5P2KKoO1BXcikmRAA=w640-h488This build is by the wonderful Peacemaker, who has builds for all these lots. I especially liked this one because it had a beautiful art-shop that I could see my sims using again and again: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEilCPNx9a-9gp56Ceh_tBfVumIIaGOK-j_ChITK6ESMpVWjRQlmkzlV3Qxvdul0kLHtsC9WeCGVPNNlit9heCKXnnj7u4Pg83_jKyZe9kd98djDwYNDB0aC_gB7ayvsrgMHFxvQurwg7b7gZCvPC7NAJuTa86GaS6-rIDBJTwJ6WQjmjbGfw8O86T-0VQ=w640-h320I then added a fashion shop for women. With a trendsetter as one of my main sims at the moment, this was an absolute must. I've focused on everyday, hot weather and party wear in this store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjDE70HbEa2olU5hgVrdMXNl0-RkhswcsBk7bo4wTUOBqs6rZd1Nr1klyrXPfOJpQhlNNYzL4RvZR4q09TSbvIHAe8U0cAtTbpW1Fh8xogKxSmZjXnzr2bf8jHr7G_wxgloSK4QVTq8ABWqfGKuOyMvX5mdOT4210cGLza5pqGeszE6akRz7tNr4NE16Q=w640-h366I also added a book shop, though I am considering if I want to remake this one, mostly because I hate those bookcases. I am considering either changing it to a nail and pedicure salon, or download a mod that lets you sell books from ordinary book shelves. I have yet to decide. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjtHtAq6MWCtJkgt7XrkL4SO39LeMu_WVkdtocwNwsTsy0tfNXO0SSI4EY2qEHQkaMXRLF1wDVixMu3ZVYKJMefS9h9_zHCwTXYRIb-f8NKJJGHzDJ89C2woLHn7UZj1dSj1rfemB-wwbC0YmfK-Pbkjcvtt-NNZlyCBROJbptbAsQgXF0miq0W-zoOPQ=w640-h400I also added a bakery/café that works perfectly if you just call the barista. A perfect place to sit down and take it easy for a while, and it will be lively as NPCs go in to buy the baked goods. Many will also sit down and chat, which I love. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEimERMjxJ7WLGDbXdGrLwZ_YyrJsh8vd8T1nU-H1aiAA3P2mOXdc7vsaY9hBUiQhBMnrESiZgPo_VzOrEhXpsXIOPWVBiLq51k8CyY5znjl3jKshJNJe9zYhmssFuhfx1tBlel4r3K-AojBK_XcCVUK3c9S_A3gzGC69qXjImxBEciH5fMHO1Kudyf-7w=w640-h346And finally a high end restaurant that fitted the location but which obviously won't work while the place is a retail venue. Then again, it's easy (for me at least) to think that they're just not open for business at the same hours at the store, so it would be closed. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiqbUde_IN-MfBd9Rrn6YDTIGeNOfU2UUBY9w9DA4ulcE9kJZJUrL6jv9CJFyOSAdOqYf6pSiakCRAd1CFCwszFjx9PzhoYF-T5OfTps_VGNzPm-EwD2ekPxA9Z1zZkbjYk39Y51zk-02osl5C-h5iCrKUxeVTCxx-Xe9xh9dkM8-mYlYszwUg5Ak8RaA=w640-h336Paddywhacks's Emporium:Spoiler (Highlight to read)https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiuXKA0Hqm7dAtQ6fsN6nOtoPy5q5k1GA-jQXJWt3yR3FUwmTZgA92d5euzWZdpngquYSnecYnyDb62aDaJabbFg6o542EBBFb1Dk8IRQSSwzNEmP4r9sptDygoOS9NB36p5Uml0VdBoc5V1FMugy3_eMH346C1MdHY7aApb6lVyLXFIqlPe0z1TCi1yQ=w640-h378This is a build I made myself, and I am quite pleased I have to say. It only has two businesses, a sporting goods store and a bar. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuUAU618-K7R1-0Ic3OE4LXyDGbnBGzoMQd5_hyfZ8ozizzEPfKfqpkCRyjlNBnKCoUk7tVL183fRHvS9MKb8VFd5fnAjLc_lYV5XUGEChFV0E3BdCxqd3YY9e8upZ3L7OmogIeVJoBIN0zvzIUYnMByGkgA8F_jmqGKJNLV5YEGLEeaMmz5Xg9eRdEQ=w640-h398The storting goods store has athlete wear for men, women and children, but you can also buy a machete for your jungle tour or a snowboard or skiis for your trip to mount Komorebi, a football and I am planning on adding books on things like fitness, wellness, skiing or snowboarding. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgC8oCxDrheGrAcv3EZAVBWDjbAYMr2dFuiSpmI5q1cXqkoaWWyfKSJo8j9pZQ5VvxVnJ3DUa4zTePWm4017dDpLGGTssJIb3_L123O1ZrJBJjpGaLwYuErfzKy0-ruJXDUq3ambyY_TXwblws8gaP0EhNChN_hahXA8GbjPCp-8693WcAgdV7w2lSp2g=w640-h350For the bar to work you obviously need to hire a bartender first, but I am intending to create clubs that has it as their hangout with mixing drinks and drinking drinks as their main activities and that ought to make sure it functions as it should even with the lot as a retail lot. I imagined when I built it that this is where detectives, judges or secret agents go, so I'm making a few clubs for these to use it. Basically I just wanted a use for Magnolia Promenade that wasn't only shopping. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiuXKA0Hqm7dAtQ6fsN6nOtoPy5q5k1GA-jQXJWt3yR3FUwmTZgA92d5euzWZdpngquYSnecYnyDb62aDaJabbFg6o542EBBFb1Dk8IRQSSwzNEmP4r9sptDygoOS9NB36p5Uml0VdBoc5V1FMugy3_eMH346C1MdHY7aApb6lVyLXFIqlPe0z1TCi1yQ=w640-h378This is a build I made myself, and I am quite pleased I have to say. It only has two businesses, a sporting goods store and a bar. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuUAU618-K7R1-0Ic3OE4LXyDGbnBGzoMQd5_hyfZ8ozizzEPfKfqpkCRyjlNBnKCoUk7tVL183fRHvS9MKb8VFd5fnAjLc_lYV5XUGEChFV0E3BdCxqd3YY9e8upZ3L7OmogIeVJoBIN0zvzIUYnMByGkgA8F_jmqGKJNLV5YEGLEeaMmz5Xg9eRdEQ=w640-h398The storting goods store has athlete wear for men, women and children, but you can also buy a machete for your jungle tour or a snowboard or skiis for your trip to mount Komorebi, a football and I am planning on adding books on things like fitness, wellness, skiing or snowboarding. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgC8oCxDrheGrAcv3EZAVBWDjbAYMr2dFuiSpmI5q1cXqkoaWWyfKSJo8j9pZQ5VvxVnJ3DUa4zTePWm4017dDpLGGTssJIb3_L123O1ZrJBJjpGaLwYuErfzKy0-ruJXDUq3ambyY_TXwblws8gaP0EhNChN_hahXA8GbjPCp-8693WcAgdV7w2lSp2g=w640-h350For the bar to work you obviously need to hire a bartender first, but I am intending to create clubs that has it as their hangout with mixing drinks and drinking drinks as their main activities and that ought to make sure it functions as it should even with the lot as a retail lot. I imagined when I built it that this is where detectives, judges or secret agents go, so I'm making a few clubs for these to use it. Basically I just wanted a use for Magnolia Promenade that wasn't only shopping. The roadsteadSpoiler (Highlight to read)https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijxIjFpQ8-gW9hlktmY9ts1ycH_iHPWHNbWgp9sRvRB_TGCtj9Pk6XEiDrTSpKSckKWe62rHWMfOwrUmc6hd1i3apgBgKWQhpgXyqp3JgcEUqGDgkGoLf6JeS-F5GTHuwFzzWlANdh-uDnRAC72pSnk9vcJDO1tbYueBaWemGFYH9BmC6LGZ3kBnjmrg=w640-h360This is another one of my own builds, and I used three of the in game live mode shells to create this block of buildings. Two of the shells are actually used in the buildings you can see right behind Magnolia Promenade, so that makes the house fit well with the surroundings. This is quite a large build with a three story furniture store, a two story toy store, a wedding shop, a photo studio, a music shops, a hifi store and finally a crafting store.The furniture store was inspired by the roadstead that was there before I built this, but is significantly larger. I like the idea of bringing sims that are moving out here to buy their first furniture:https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj5aaUnrxY-mNEYoQUUpauLf87OpW86zN9mAw6OQ9Ti4vqTW5jfTQHzmdt0IqDDmPti_sXzYsWArXlQ8VyswUCNAWLgvhJZx6bo-SCuVoMYBwYJv3hCy3Mj1Xng2lTQhOWYXvEZggx_VrDpMT_AcZMiaDbHUR2K3wrNS6ts7NhJwP-3RB3MzmLUrzLOaw=w640-h334https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjcmftT2AmkxaI8uDj7RfoCbbyJHM9TZBcNVl0SfjlP3EjFaYi_G7tRr4u6QDs9GGA4jDWJz6YHxdYLoKeO8sX-5uzQkY6d6MFo9r9hAe-uABBropge_mlW0it4RMbUgqlED4dvsjAiRIaYVemHfNoDMLxFLFzOttOgZuI1irLMpaXaUTMQuz6Mqqivgg=w640-h386https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEixIQ7A3SmYsUSCzttY_WrnngG87QdKG5rAZ-iYGnRosXbzhgoad80DxLDVa7J5TmDx1_6zdS1qTudSgqcrpt5Aejs5YA8rJxJYGFwud9WEgehZYfDFja4geceDjKZK3kuTjbtn_ksA0ISTX-_sQg0eoE825pUiBGD78575DnUq6wjLw-LgMzMOsC-IfA=w640-h344The toystore is in two stories and have both toys, toy boxes, and children's books as well as skill books on parenting. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhMov8u8Z0uZq3925ZZ03UCjopIulen3IcxgM335TSFKtO3wXY2ogZ_BxKmDAoa07bzzkVb35bEPQFVu9xocnCUVSdlEYGi9rR-vg175xyv7rBVT6x33lvulmlt-RM8DAE8a2MhiZ3mojTFFLf59AUibwWA6NtJ4bo46YUnxjfnUd9VIRRxl-npY_i89A=w640-h352The music store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjnWO8hL9YbRbDkSYTbiMLJvaLwiMrKL2IZNjyvlVajy65K3gG-QHA7JV1axrLqU5VcA-6Dqf3LMhS5ycs6oZxfvy-JrjyOR8936xDef2slwK9M70lAl5SfONQPk4n_qLWFt_YbXiAdVj5CWZSFsGR1gCJNihYcbFFe0f6bvLNppPybV-WkmNbUJ-LqzA=w640-h344The hifi store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGz7Y8ntB5JFk1ZS0F6YUZO5P5rIItzG_3vo5NaBaso5IRDmzPTlRLwFxTZOapiVahs3DmC1EcCBgr3uCZe58RekZE8UsusxDCS3hQhRUnDWi1l2vNv47AeWnodU1YwR6za4lt2yMnEuHHjThdiLKBEaVpxdBZVCJ0WcUC9LpeZXD0mmbg3iY7gZVEgw=w640-h390The photo studio: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh0moDF7sCiXksz5MtcUlQXFy0ruz2o3trI7l9iZHIweOXEGCfnP7ycwJ2irjdDu8bLG_1oMh1WgNEbE2kkEQaIqGAcPomeeDpuYbZajhfRMO2qqMYwwSz4DgLpEtEgl8bzB6dab4itNsVe9Aa1L0_YXFCpKS9NvfQInwx8Z4pkDAwMDAEGQxkPXfSGDw=w640-h356The craft store (this could use a bit more tlc, but I am a bit out of inspiration right now so I'll come back to it later. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbapY4s83n-BL93LajFwOsULC5ZOvWAarY8MH9PAptQhioOlJrU0usWVAEulFRPx66RdmuAdzhNFRrKfOQnlaclt2jd5GahEohyt43UMdsWqQtEszaUfOVw-upStHIKnT0Z8cD1jhE_2Kqrbfg8ZZERZH8hcGMFr7bQiQ4rWVp6RYyHSvZzhhIn2ynag=w640-h338And finally the wedding store. I'm hoping this will make planning my next in game wedding a lot more fun: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSDVXgic5I7zuI-FkxR9fmvj1YSAjV5w0pRUleRtAppjkkKPBFCLazyJ604LORcPA0zzMcfDEp4TDbVgPX-PDalCKb3HBJsqzeb0OYDfYkKtPBsgZmw4gDjetK69BQ3Lo78dZehuYGGq94YMHMUVV6kY22QYHlY7ji1_sOKUfbHBThmbl3Az4CdbHzmg=w640-h258https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijxIjFpQ8-gW9hlktmY9ts1ycH_iHPWHNbWgp9sRvRB_TGCtj9Pk6XEiDrTSpKSckKWe62rHWMfOwrUmc6hd1i3apgBgKWQhpgXyqp3JgcEUqGDgkGoLf6JeS-F5GTHuwFzzWlANdh-uDnRAC72pSnk9vcJDO1tbYueBaWemGFYH9BmC6LGZ3kBnjmrg=w640-h360This is another one of my own builds, and I used three of the in game live mode shells to create this block of buildings. Two of the shells are actually used in the buildings you can see right behind Magnolia Promenade, so that makes the house fit well with the surroundings. This is quite a large build with a three story furniture store, a two story toy store, a wedding shop, a photo studio, a music shops, a hifi store and finally a crafting store.The furniture store was inspired by the roadstead that was there before I built this, but is significantly larger. I like the idea of bringing sims that are moving out here to buy their first furniture:https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj5aaUnrxY-mNEYoQUUpauLf87OpW86zN9mAw6OQ9Ti4vqTW5jfTQHzmdt0IqDDmPti_sXzYsWArXlQ8VyswUCNAWLgvhJZx6bo-SCuVoMYBwYJv3hCy3Mj1Xng2lTQhOWYXvEZggx_VrDpMT_AcZMiaDbHUR2K3wrNS6ts7NhJwP-3RB3MzmLUrzLOaw=w640-h334https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjcmftT2AmkxaI8uDj7RfoCbbyJHM9TZBcNVl0SfjlP3EjFaYi_G7tRr4u6QDs9GGA4jDWJz6YHxdYLoKeO8sX-5uzQkY6d6MFo9r9hAe-uABBropge_mlW0it4RMbUgqlED4dvsjAiRIaYVemHfNoDMLxFLFzOttOgZuI1irLMpaXaUTMQuz6Mqqivgg=w640-h386https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEixIQ7A3SmYsUSCzttY_WrnngG87QdKG5rAZ-iYGnRosXbzhgoad80DxLDVa7J5TmDx1_6zdS1qTudSgqcrpt5Aejs5YA8rJxJYGFwud9WEgehZYfDFja4geceDjKZK3kuTjbtn_ksA0ISTX-_sQg0eoE825pUiBGD78575DnUq6wjLw-LgMzMOsC-IfA=w640-h344The toystore is in two stories and have both toys, toy boxes, and children's books as well as skill books on parenting. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhMov8u8Z0uZq3925ZZ03UCjopIulen3IcxgM335TSFKtO3wXY2ogZ_BxKmDAoa07bzzkVb35bEPQFVu9xocnCUVSdlEYGi9rR-vg175xyv7rBVT6x33lvulmlt-RM8DAE8a2MhiZ3mojTFFLf59AUibwWA6NtJ4bo46YUnxjfnUd9VIRRxl-npY_i89A=w640-h352The music store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjnWO8hL9YbRbDkSYTbiMLJvaLwiMrKL2IZNjyvlVajy65K3gG-QHA7JV1axrLqU5VcA-6Dqf3LMhS5ycs6oZxfvy-JrjyOR8936xDef2slwK9M70lAl5SfONQPk4n_qLWFt_YbXiAdVj5CWZSFsGR1gCJNihYcbFFe0f6bvLNppPybV-WkmNbUJ-LqzA=w640-h344The hifi store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGz7Y8ntB5JFk1ZS0F6YUZO5P5rIItzG_3vo5NaBaso5IRDmzPTlRLwFxTZOapiVahs3DmC1EcCBgr3uCZe58RekZE8UsusxDCS3hQhRUnDWi1l2vNv47AeWnodU1YwR6za4lt2yMnEuHHjThdiLKBEaVpxdBZVCJ0WcUC9LpeZXD0mmbg3iY7gZVEgw=w640-h390The photo studio: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh0moDF7sCiXksz5MtcUlQXFy0ruz2o3trI7l9iZHIweOXEGCfnP7ycwJ2irjdDu8bLG_1oMh1WgNEbE2kkEQaIqGAcPomeeDpuYbZajhfRMO2qqMYwwSz4DgLpEtEgl8bzB6dab4itNsVe9Aa1L0_YXFCpKS9NvfQInwx8Z4pkDAwMDAEGQxkPXfSGDw=w640-h356The craft store (this could use a bit more tlc, but I am a bit out of inspiration right now so I'll come back to it later. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbapY4s83n-BL93LajFwOsULC5ZOvWAarY8MH9PAptQhioOlJrU0usWVAEulFRPx66RdmuAdzhNFRrKfOQnlaclt2jd5GahEohyt43UMdsWqQtEszaUfOVw-upStHIKnT0Z8cD1jhE_2Kqrbfg8ZZERZH8hcGMFr7bQiQ4rWVp6RYyHSvZzhhIn2ynag=w640-h338And finally the wedding store. I'm hoping this will make planning my next in game wedding a lot more fun: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSDVXgic5I7zuI-FkxR9fmvj1YSAjV5w0pRUleRtAppjkkKPBFCLazyJ604LORcPA0zzMcfDEp4TDbVgPX-PDalCKb3HBJsqzeb0OYDfYkKtPBsgZmw4gDjetK69BQ3Lo78dZehuYGGq94YMHMUVV6kY22QYHlY7ji1_sOKUfbHBThmbl3Az4CdbHzmg=w640-h258JF&S Clothiers - or JF&S shopping perhaps?Spoiler (Highlight to read)https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgEMaeoLO-Zm3Imguv_BqB-k2yuh0jf0GW08p9YMekZjHJutoakaiZ200B_5cnl7Qb5ewkgx2EzN2x2h5ExfgaF0kNkWXhony8jMiN-fRH8EPao30BYDr7FrJPlcuevBU1Oo3cFIIR_rTukc8urQ3KZZ8-42M3qrCNd8vTT64Di-RGjjUmXB0S4RBCRIw=w640-h491This is no longer just a clothing store, but a clothing store for men and children (as there already is one for women) as well as a flower shop and a convenience store. I am not sure how much I'll use those two, so I'll see I'll keep them or change them for something else entirely. This is my most recent build so the shops have yet to be set up to work properly. Clothing store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRyiKjnyBg6gY7_8e_7yhBYVcmQ5R7Sol_ZYhMxp6dQ1d4HmQfgILNWXSHB-28n0P8ADWrqECUIJa0itb9QkN0tvlgpahwuCsC_m9Q-hBmvTeH77xzwx0aM-vylv3WfilMt19RtFpb1o1j3mpojBzpXVorUsojXQAy2nVZ2a6Y1IQdUYYt3y4NEqxTqA=w640-h394Convenience store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisTCLr78B8gWJ4RaZV11fsaAfs1GnxSoYkX8-5EQIZeE5t0H2BW-GjH2NYPgrPZcYu6kOVPXFg6s0_e_PkYz2BCCNqJ_IiqJ_LLvkFgGi_-bckTC1IeGZAqf9MDd4x1zItJi39MdPKsyk0eX3UFZDrc7pvxVEh2HuDZJdhesTk70bAQX7C25J-k7HVwg=w640-h330Flower shop: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAnUyQppUD4hb-mupF3I657MjyQ-cwwtobUWJs-T6SeNeA8dajImxepWcSNBAytu0Hxlc-Cumo7AoMAx9P1AGUijp3QgF6kRgAqZVtd0ChcgF6QHXuqeVE2OQpn2-txob-egYU4vnKB4izDnv_iJtwp1fdl9G1Rxu2kjShkUmOKg-lEbAbYDTDonOBvQ=w640-h332https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgEMaeoLO-Zm3Imguv_BqB-k2yuh0jf0GW08p9YMekZjHJutoakaiZ200B_5cnl7Qb5ewkgx2EzN2x2h5ExfgaF0kNkWXhony8jMiN-fRH8EPao30BYDr7FrJPlcuevBU1Oo3cFIIR_rTukc8urQ3KZZ8-42M3qrCNd8vTT64Di-RGjjUmXB0S4RBCRIw=w640-h491This is no longer just a clothing store, but a clothing store for men and children (as there already is one for women) as well as a flower shop and a convenience store. I am not sure how much I'll use those two, so I'll see I'll keep them or change them for something else entirely. This is my most recent build so the shops have yet to be set up to work properly. Clothing store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRyiKjnyBg6gY7_8e_7yhBYVcmQ5R7Sol_ZYhMxp6dQ1d4HmQfgILNWXSHB-28n0P8ADWrqECUIJa0itb9QkN0tvlgpahwuCsC_m9Q-hBmvTeH77xzwx0aM-vylv3WfilMt19RtFpb1o1j3mpojBzpXVorUsojXQAy2nVZ2a6Y1IQdUYYt3y4NEqxTqA=w640-h394Convenience store: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisTCLr78B8gWJ4RaZV11fsaAfs1GnxSoYkX8-5EQIZeE5t0H2BW-GjH2NYPgrPZcYu6kOVPXFg6s0_e_PkYz2BCCNqJ_IiqJ_LLvkFgGi_-bckTC1IeGZAqf9MDd4x1zItJi39MdPKsyk0eX3UFZDrc7pvxVEh2HuDZJdhesTk70bAQX7C25J-k7HVwg=w640-h330Flower shop: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAnUyQppUD4hb-mupF3I657MjyQ-cwwtobUWJs-T6SeNeA8dajImxepWcSNBAytu0Hxlc-Cumo7AoMAx9P1AGUijp3QgF6kRgAqZVtd0ChcgF6QHXuqeVE2OQpn2-txob-egYU4vnKB4izDnv_iJtwp1fdl9G1Rxu2kjShkUmOKg-lEbAbYDTDonOBvQ=w640-h332

Here is mine, from top left going clockwise: Landgraab Bank, Magma Office Complex, Empty Retail, Magnolia Arts Centre.https://dl.dropbox.com/s/cwzt57l9zlolwzg/01%20Magnolia%20Promenade.png?dl=0Spoiler (Highlight to read)Landgraab Bank, which is where rich sims can keep their simoleons:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/h43igln13hoeyic/03%20Landgraab%20Bank.png?dl=0Top floor for bank staff:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/blrb1xm8v6dkwze/03B.png?dl=0Reception and toilet:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/vrik8t7vwx99443/03C.png?dl=0Cashier area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/7g7nc5lzrau0iba/03D.png?dl=0Public area to cashiers:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/ley7nwk24gjtuse/03E.png?dl=0Down in the vault:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/u3v2gj0b0bwy1p7/03G.png?dl=0Magma Office Complex: (set as a library, but I mostly use it for fake career days with GTW clubs)https://dl.dropbox.com/s/6nk628tap2gybz9/04%20Magma%20Office%20Complex.png?dl=0Top floor for those in the business career:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/2890cyckteie5ku/04B.png?dl=0Next down, for secret agent office days or tech gurus:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/0dsab7sy0kgpeh8/04C.png?dl=0Next down, for painters:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/qhfwg34bwhsjt98/04D.png?dl=0Next down, main reception/library/bathroom area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/w5loa9dwotr7omh/04E.png?dl=0At the back of reception is for chefs and mixologists:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/jxsu9zkr26dkfwz/04F.png?dl=0And down in the basement for the criminals:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/dol07swurx9djj6/04G.png?dl=0Empty retail is just a small lot I built ready for someone who can't afford much of a start:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/h8c9ds6l2citak0/02%20Empty%20Retail.png?dl=0Rear:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/vrem3dowf92xx8s/02B.png?dl=0Magnolia Arts Centre, I originally built as a bakery but never ever used it so turned it into this instead, which is why it doesn't really look like an arts centre lol:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/g490yp1pym5sdbw/05%20Magnolia%20Arts%20Centre.png?dl=0Other side (there is spray painting down the alley):https://dl.dropbox.com/s/jlmb4jxfgdmd8xy/05B.png?dl=0Woodworking and artist balcony:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/irwp5eotkn0gz34/05C.png?dl=0For magical arts:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/sebx1owv44hs36o/05D.png?dl=0Bar/cafe area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/8zfcxdurgpraz0j/05E.png?dl=0Instrument area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/hd1yjuepsfxr2ay/05F.png?dl=0Kids area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/dk91skppjhkiea8/05G.png?dl=0Landgraab Bank, which is where rich sims can keep their simoleons:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/h43igln13hoeyic/03%20Landgraab%20Bank.png?dl=0Top floor for bank staff:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/blrb1xm8v6dkwze/03B.png?dl=0Reception and toilet:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/vrik8t7vwx99443/03C.png?dl=0Cashier area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/7g7nc5lzrau0iba/03D.png?dl=0Public area to cashiers:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/ley7nwk24gjtuse/03E.png?dl=0Down in the vault:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/u3v2gj0b0bwy1p7/03G.png?dl=0Magma Office Complex: (set as a library, but I mostly use it for fake career days with GTW clubs)https://dl.dropbox.com/s/6nk628tap2gybz9/04%20Magma%20Office%20Complex.png?dl=0Top floor for those in the business career:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/2890cyckteie5ku/04B.png?dl=0Next down, for secret agent office days or tech gurus:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/0dsab7sy0kgpeh8/04C.png?dl=0Next down, for painters:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/qhfwg34bwhsjt98/04D.png?dl=0Next down, main reception/library/bathroom area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/w5loa9dwotr7omh/04E.png?dl=0At the back of reception is for chefs and mixologists:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/jxsu9zkr26dkfwz/04F.png?dl=0And down in the basement for the criminals:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/dol07swurx9djj6/04G.png?dl=0Empty retail is just a small lot I built ready for someone who can't afford much of a start:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/h8c9ds6l2citak0/02%20Empty%20Retail.png?dl=0Rear:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/vrem3dowf92xx8s/02B.png?dl=0Magnolia Arts Centre, I originally built as a bakery but never ever used it so turned it into this instead, which is why it doesn't really look like an arts centre lol:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/g490yp1pym5sdbw/05%20Magnolia%20Arts%20Centre.png?dl=0Other side (there is spray painting down the alley):https://dl.dropbox.com/s/jlmb4jxfgdmd8xy/05B.png?dl=0Woodworking and artist balcony:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/irwp5eotkn0gz34/05C.png?dl=0For magical arts:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/sebx1owv44hs36o/05D.png?dl=0Bar/cafe area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/8zfcxdurgpraz0j/05E.png?dl=0Instrument area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/hd1yjuepsfxr2ay/05F.png?dl=0Kids area:https://dl.dropbox.com/s/dk91skppjhkiea8/05G.png?dl=0

@viola-illyria.Thank you! I'm glad to hear it. :) After all, inspiration, both giving and receiving is the entire idea with these threads. @elanorbreton: Your office building is amazing! I love the idea of it. I might just steal that idea and use somewhere, though I'm not sure yet where.

Mine looks really boring, but it is supporting my game play purposes.I tend to make business so my other sims can buy things they don't have the skills or time to make for themselves.Roadsted Unlockables Retail StoreSpoiler (Highlight to read)I repurposed the Roadsted building to be a furniture and decor store for unlockable objects.I really don't want to be bothered with unlocking objects. You will be bored with the activity by the time your sim's actually get objects that support that activity. So just buy it and enjoy it before you get bored with it.And this way you get to see everything.You might not have even been aware of them.The store isn't compete, I just wanted to get it started for my master save.I really want to buy these.I don't want my sims to have to paint dozens of painting before they can have them.I repurposed the Roadsted building to be a furniture and decor store for unlockable objects.I really don't want to be bothered with unlocking objects. You will be bored with the activity by the time your sim's actually get objects that support that activity. So just buy it and enjoy it before you get bored with it.And this way you get to see everything.You might not have even been aware of them.The store isn't compete, I just wanted to get it started for my master save.I really want to buy these.I don't want my sims to have to paint dozens of painting before they can have them.Priya's Herbals and Potions.Spoiler (Highlight to read)The next shop is my Herbal Remedies and Potions store.Very few of my sims will have access to remedies and potions, so they can go here to buy them.Unfortunately NPCs do not restock when the owner is not there. So that's why it looks empty.I wish EA would fix that. It is a bit tiring to have to control the owner in order to restock the shop.Remedies are made up here. And extra potions and remedies are also stored up here.Potions are made down there and ingredients are stored down here..Copypasto comes in very handy for creating ingredients.Priya Ramaswami and her daughter, Riya, run this shop.The next shop is my Herbal Remedies and Potions store.Very few of my sims will have access to remedies and potions, so they can go here to buy them.Unfortunately NPCs do not restock when the owner is not there. So that's why it looks empty.I wish EA would fix that. It is a bit tiring to have to control the owner in order to restock the shop.Remedies are made up here. And extra potions and remedies are also stored up here.Potions are made down there and ingredients are stored down here..Copypasto comes in very handy for creating ingredients.Priya Ramaswami and her daughter, Riya, run this shop.Olivia's BoutiqueSpoiler (Highlight to read)Olivia's Boutique is primarily a retail game play lot than one that serves my sim neighborhood.I really enjoyed playing this when we got Get To Work and it's still in my game as I restarted the story associated with it.The story of the banks family is Olivia's mom had a dream for a very large modern house in Brindleton Bay. Her father sought to earn the money from adventuring in Selvadorada. He died from a cursed artifact. Olivia's mother continued on by opening a boutique. She also died (from a murphy bed) and Olivia inherited the business.https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/01-05-21_1-30-48_PM(1).png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundshttps://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/01-06-21_11-35-19_AM(2).png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundsOlivia's Boutique is primarily a retail game play lot than one that serves my sim neighborhood.I really enjoyed playing this when we got Get To Work and it's still in my game as I restarted the story associated with it.The story of the banks family is Olivia's mom had a dream for a very large modern house in Brindleton Bay. Her father sought to earn the money from adventuring in Selvadorada. He died from a cursed artifact. Olivia's mother continued on by opening a boutique. She also died (from a murphy bed) and Olivia inherited the business.https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/01-05-21_1-30-48_PM(1).png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundshttps://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/01-06-21_11-35-19_AM(2).png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundsDream Home Decorator Support StoreSpoiler (Highlight to read)My last and latest business is a home decor store that supports Dream Home Decorator.I found that pack a bit lacking in the game play area, so I added this as the main business and the sim will supply interior design services as I see fit to perform.This is just the starter version of the lot and it's not much to look at.This all came about from a test run of Dream Home Decorator. My sim had the career and used her income to build this lot from scratch.https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/06-06-21_8-29-02_AM.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundsShe started selling paintings here and then started adding decor objects.The next phase will be to add the Eco Lifestyle 3D printing machine and start producing furniture and other decorhttps://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/06-06-21_3-12-47_PM.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundsBut that was just a test run.The actual sim who will run this business is still in Uni in my main save. She will buy this when she has the money and begin to expand it.Other sims will be able to buy her Eco Lifestyle decor objects. I believe this will make Dream Home Decorator more immersive.https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/06-06-21_4-25-38_PM.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundsMy last and latest business is a home decor store that supports Dream Home Decorator.I found that pack a bit lacking in the game play area, so I added this as the main business and the sim will supply interior design services as I see fit to perform.This is just the starter version of the lot and it's not much to look at.This all came about from a test run of Dream Home Decorator. My sim had the career and used her income to build this lot from scratch.https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/06-06-21_8-29-02_AM.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundsShe started selling paintings here and then started adding decor objects.The next phase will be to add the Eco Lifestyle 3D printing machine and start producing furniture and other decorhttps://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/06-06-21_3-12-47_PM.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=boundsBut that was just a test run.The actual sim who will run this business is still in Uni in my main save. She will buy this when she has the money and begin to expand it.Other sims will be able to buy her Eco Lifestyle decor objects. I believe this will make Dream Home Decorator more immersive.https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/f116/cireking213/06-06-21_4-25-38_PM.png?width=1920&height=1080&fit=bounds

@CK213 That sounds like a good idea. Hmm, maybe a fully upgraded objects wouldn't be amiss in the furniture store? I will have to think about that. @elanorbreton I was so inspired by your office build that I had find a way to do something similar. Since I didn't want to remove what I had, I used the empty floors on Paddywhacks's to create what I needed. So now....Spoiler (Highlight to read)There is an office for tech gurus and internet personalities (where they can build skills such as videogaming, programming or charisma or comedy): https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbCNJW20ZQKgimGGfMR5HZqdIZ_YzkiJcArJpUKmQXakNEI6A3c_B__uf_pgDeMprecbtaE0X_5-fLfN7iv0hbn0xpY-rH3JsZS8SdCTN3oRvjL8QyPZyyb8cZwE4z9dWx5_-VsHM05xp01Borj6ImzFl-O6VP3I1DivIRW2uzrX68SXlR5UrRTRd01g=w640-h344A small law firm where lawyers can build logic, charisma or do their work from home tasks on the computers and research machines: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhs8x2O-9cafkbvpUtTAtMpE5sloyQ4_jmEm6G3GV5ebIBGpv_A5aGSwmGO8-MoRUN0Kb6oxlVkNnOCTvVNolkOH_gVdEIRx7JVELS-6PDumVar_pCwZmCTnyn7tAyEl7xK_5dVwyVeHROHfSVvRJ7v07PXZIouh7UY5pRtz0T61fqcfZd-k4EO-GXtWA=w640-h334Obviously the boss has a bigger office: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgk6OlTXJhOqmgH7KrYQZan32glCpT6A_Z7Uo5C9gU-03iYzrTgy3T1iX9VUKzM9sHmkxGtT2OWEfjaBFB1XIiBpveBxWZPtNip6b97NXL5iHWfrvT6-14FMmNcc-p0aWTYrf0gluHG1tGxGMWG4J-QauUV4sPq7BSnsUUfrSb7N8_1Hwsl6NeMHCvQ1g=w640-h350An office for the business career (I finally got a use for those decor counter thingies we get with the business branch!https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjkKq8ZFoxEnNvmH99rUrzDqepDKbnZSfc-FlM0koPAwg-F5HAT6D6x7k81RuhO-FDfYCzvZi5jHnW2wocQIQGpdDbLFE7OvSuXge8Id0EhMjhMYdnlACLA_ibCIo3HqFnG9HCHSLOr0WkwP1rGA7y1JX1GpZJRqphhpowP0qAZyXG1eGP__3S5CoE6rA=w640-h444Again, boss-sim gets a bigger office: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgz1FLSJoGPIVHd9OY_xdKgpxDKcFIA97aVeHhVE660Uvnx2B_nXwKndMDPeMRhtmHc3jL8D1M2OQjnc_0QJO3crYL6aNU9uvEEFxyhnlLC_MT_q3a54eo4zGOuzl4AlSbDZC3pbZytgfDwMxB04nlFyHf89w2-6fHYaWKqPQ3Q7A0g4efo9cBslLrzCg=w640-h348Finally I added a campain headquarter for the politicians to practise those debate and speaking skills: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJ3V5fuT9GkqGVxH5FSH_2XeqNMhuMrVZmSQghvpVEPfDUntj8vDp-LdVgQSl-WzOHABt4KNAKe4kt7HG7gbZAlouejf5YlDD6NhhtIJ65dx_pEJbjHPbzGTpP9lgIFhu_AFl730GUXiUVxvj5p6Q8iA2HhcpspmqKMEa2UAHoAsDNihxt0MI2Kz6Hag=w640-h344There is an office for tech gurus and internet personalities (where they can build skills such as videogaming, programming or charisma or comedy): https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbCNJW20ZQKgimGGfMR5HZqdIZ_YzkiJcArJpUKmQXakNEI6A3c_B__uf_pgDeMprecbtaE0X_5-fLfN7iv0hbn0xpY-rH3JsZS8SdCTN3oRvjL8QyPZyyb8cZwE4z9dWx5_-VsHM05xp01Borj6ImzFl-O6VP3I1DivIRW2uzrX68SXlR5UrRTRd01g=w640-h344A small law firm where lawyers can build logic, charisma or do their work from home tasks on the computers and research machines: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhs8x2O-9cafkbvpUtTAtMpE5sloyQ4_jmEm6G3GV5ebIBGpv_A5aGSwmGO8-MoRUN0Kb6oxlVkNnOCTvVNolkOH_gVdEIRx7JVELS-6PDumVar_pCwZmCTnyn7tAyEl7xK_5dVwyVeHROHfSVvRJ7v07PXZIouh7UY5pRtz0T61fqcfZd-k4EO-GXtWA=w640-h334Obviously the boss has a bigger office: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgk6OlTXJhOqmgH7KrYQZan32glCpT6A_Z7Uo5C9gU-03iYzrTgy3T1iX9VUKzM9sHmkxGtT2OWEfjaBFB1XIiBpveBxWZPtNip6b97NXL5iHWfrvT6-14FMmNcc-p0aWTYrf0gluHG1tGxGMWG4J-QauUV4sPq7BSnsUUfrSb7N8_1Hwsl6NeMHCvQ1g=w640-h350An office for the business career (I finally got a use for those decor counter thingies we get with the business branch!https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjkKq8ZFoxEnNvmH99rUrzDqepDKbnZSfc-FlM0koPAwg-F5HAT6D6x7k81RuhO-FDfYCzvZi5jHnW2wocQIQGpdDbLFE7OvSuXge8Id0EhMjhMYdnlACLA_ibCIo3HqFnG9HCHSLOr0WkwP1rGA7y1JX1GpZJRqphhpowP0qAZyXG1eGP__3S5CoE6rA=w640-h444Again, boss-sim gets a bigger office: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgz1FLSJoGPIVHd9OY_xdKgpxDKcFIA97aVeHhVE660Uvnx2B_nXwKndMDPeMRhtmHc3jL8D1M2OQjnc_0QJO3crYL6aNU9uvEEFxyhnlLC_MT_q3a54eo4zGOuzl4AlSbDZC3pbZytgfDwMxB04nlFyHf89w2-6fHYaWKqPQ3Q7A0g4efo9cBslLrzCg=w640-h348Finally I added a campain headquarter for the politicians to practise those debate and speaking skills: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJ3V5fuT9GkqGVxH5FSH_2XeqNMhuMrVZmSQghvpVEPfDUntj8vDp-LdVgQSl-WzOHABt4KNAKe4kt7HG7gbZAlouejf5YlDD6NhhtIJ65dx_pEJbjHPbzGTpP9lgIFhu_AFl730GUXiUVxvj5p6Q8iA2HhcpspmqKMEa2UAHoAsDNihxt0MI2Kz6Hag=w640-h344

Show me your builds - Magnolia Promenade

SimplyJen
Rising Spectator
3 years ago
These are some great ideas!? :)

I had recently made an outdoor movie theater for newcrest since drive-ins can't really exist in Sims but I really wanted something with the same feel. Then I moved onto my next reno project in MP. I'm in the middle of turning the Roadstead lot into a proper movie theater/arcade. It's the perfect setup for it. Can't wait to eventually share my complete MP in this thread.
JesLet40
Seasoned Ace
3 years ago
@SimplyJen I look forward to seeing your build. I made a movie theatre/diner out of Narval Arms,but I haven't been entirely satisfied with it so far, so I look forward to seeing what you build.

Also, why isn't movie theatre or arcade a lot trait or venue type yet?
Simmingal
Hero
3 years ago
I did my Magnolia Promenade long while ago so people have probably seen it but well it still is the same :lol:
https://i.imgur.com/Kk8Ptkn.png
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first I built a restaurant,
https://i.imgur.com/3c2r02Y.png
which is first restaurant I ever made in the game
hence the functionality is bit off with kitchen part and I don't use it too often
https://i.imgur.com/5wK28UX.png
but basically its just kinda like fancy restaurant for my sims romantic dates I never remember to take them on
https://i.imgur.com/F8UK3x6.png
https://i.imgur.com/aEIDHuZ.png
upstairs I needed space for toilet so I added those and 2 random rooms I've yet to decide what I want to do with
https://i.imgur.com/dTqctHc.png
and theres also possible attic given the roof style
https://i.imgur.com/wiOeXpN.png

then I wanted to build a mall or well something like that
https://i.imgur.com/dZC77Tu.png
it doesn't really function as retail cause the sims are just all gathering in my electronics store
https://i.imgur.com/luvJBeL.png
https://i.imgur.com/kKW9T8R.png
but oh well its fine to hangout in and pretend my sims are shopping or whatnot
https://i.imgur.com/iRjWwmX.png
will probably update this with the eco lifestyle trashcans and such
oh and basement has simple movie theater room cause at this point i had yet to build my del sol theater venue
https://i.imgur.com/GjS31UD.png
https://i.imgur.com/SGwTKsn.png
don't really use it much anymore either but idk

then I added spa
https://i.imgur.com/k4gh0eW.png
which is yet another venue I don't use too much
https://i.imgur.com/I9HnJ1b.png
cause I have better spas at more suitable locations now
https://i.imgur.com/7e9NA1Q.png
https://i.imgur.com/WF5e61P.png
but I guess its good for pool and quick nap even if the first floor is empty :sweat_smile:
https://i.imgur.com/RihrEvc.png
https://i.imgur.com/Gi5OxcB.png

I think I was gonna add hotel to the empty lot which is why its empty but yeah idk
I think I need to rethink this world eventually anyway to make it bit more functional
SimplyJen
Rising Spectator
3 years ago
The empty lot will likely be a diner because there's not too many options for a 20x20 lot. Unless I have a sim running a retail store, it won't get any use. I'd rather have more date/hangout spots. @elanorbreton I totally stole your bank idea! :blush: I didn't know vaults could be functional on a community lot. Also a great idea to make a small retail shell for any sim starting a business.
https://i.imgur.com/eoCStw2.png
The Roadstead Cinema
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https://i.imgur.com/oJmzO8A.png
https://i.imgur.com/qgRP5ev.png
Inspired by the movie theater next to my house. It's got everything except the bowling alley which can always be added later.

Work It Photo Studio
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https://i.imgur.com/DFwm2UW.png
https://i.imgur.com/iPiaVaR.png
I wanted a photography lot for the sole purpose of having a place to take the best photos so the inside is kinda basic. The Natural Light lot trait also boost painting so I placed some easels & graffiti stuff. The random bonfire fit the aesthetic and I honestly struggled to furnish this lot. :sweat_smile:

Sim City Bank
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https://i.imgur.com/e2wPGEE.png
https://i.imgur.com/v4136R1.png
I noticed we are getting art deco themed build items in the upcoming EP. I'd like to revisit this lot and make it more art deco inspired. The basement includes 4 vaults and upstairs has some red couches.
viola-illyria
3 years ago
That replacement map really makes it feel like it's part of Willow Creek! I think I'm going to have to download them. What worlds do the replacements cover?
JesLet40
Seasoned Ace
3 years ago
@viola-illyria quite a few of them by now. There are 20 map-replacements, one (evergreen harbor) is still in early access, but the other 19 are free.
viola-illyria
3 years ago
"JAL;c-18132047" wrote:
quite a few of them by now. There are 20 map-replacements, one (evergreen harbor) is still in early access, but the other 19 are free.

Thanks! I love your MP, by the way. I'm midway through my save file makeover of every world and I was stuck for ideas for Magnolia Promenade, this has been quite inspiring.
elliebreton
Seasoned Veteran
3 years ago
Your offices look great!

Some great ideas for stores, unlockable or upgraded objects would be a good idea.
JesLet40
Seasoned Ace
3 years ago
@ck213 duly noted. :)
catmando830
3 years ago
"JAL;c-18131993" wrote:
This is my Magnolia Promenade (at the moment)

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjlOz3ooQRGKB9l_R_-URmbb-f9-Q43Brq7VDsCezFK6BIiijjnIZpNgsJ1nbg76PoKZ8QBPWPoD8-_doloNRnRqCapBzP56Ic1Rr4RTXcxcl6UwsL1O80kElFCxDewjQfk9nGUXQ67WjG86LcfE_hPyBDpax_mpSZfn8E4_0WCJyB4xfaKhpROAEPkQg=s16000
Plumbobs map replacement does a lot to make the world feel more inviting in my mind. It was one of the first things I downloaded after getting the pack.

For me, what was mostly lacking in the original was the experience of going out and spending a few hours going to stores, browsing, sitting down in a café, talk to your friends. So I wanted to recreate that feeling, preferably without having to move between lots too much as I don't like loading screens. Therefore all my lots contain several different stores.

Preeminent Domain:
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This build is by the wonderful Peacemaker, who has builds for all these lots. I especially liked this one because it had a beautiful art-shop that I could see my sims using again and again:

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEilCPNx9a-9gp56Ceh_tBfVumIIaGOK-j_ChITK6ESMpVWjRQlmkzlV3Qxvdul0kLHtsC9WeCGVPNNlit9heCKXnnj7u4Pg83_jKyZe9kd98djDwYNDB0aC_gB7ayvsrgMHFxvQurwg7b7gZCvPC7NAJuTa86GaS6-rIDBJTwJ6WQjmjbGfw8O86T-0VQ=w640-h320

I then added a fashion shop for women. With a trendsetter as one of my main sims at the moment, this was an absolute must. I've focused on everyday, hot weather and party wear in this store:

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjDE70HbEa2olU5hgVrdMXNl0-RkhswcsBk7bo4wTUOBqs6rZd1Nr1klyrXPfOJpQhlNNYzL4RvZR4q09TSbvIHAe8U0cAtTbpW1Fh8xogKxSmZjXnzr2bf8jHr7G_wxgloSK4QVTq8ABWqfGKuOyMvX5mdOT4210cGLza5pqGeszE6akRz7tNr4NE16Q=w640-h366

I also added a book shop, though I am considering if I want to remake this one, mostly because I hate those bookcases. I am considering either changing it to a nail and pedicure salon, or download a mod that lets you sell books from ordinary book shelves. I have yet to decide.

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjtHtAq6MWCtJkgt7XrkL4SO39LeMu_WVkdtocwNwsTsy0tfNXO0SSI4EY2qEHQkaMXRLF1wDVixMu3ZVYKJMefS9h9_zHCwTXYRIb-f8NKJJGHzDJ89C2woLHn7UZj1dSj1rfemB-wwbC0YmfK-Pbkjcvtt-NNZlyCBROJbptbAsQgXF0miq0W-zoOPQ=w640-h400

I also added a bakery/café that works perfectly if you just call the barista. A perfect place to sit down and take it easy for a while, and it will be lively as NPCs go in to buy the baked goods. Many will also sit down and chat, which I love.

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEimERMjxJ7WLGDbXdGrLwZ_YyrJsh8vd8T1nU-H1aiAA3P2mOXdc7vsaY9hBUiQhBMnrESiZgPo_VzOrEhXpsXIOPWVBiLq51k8CyY5znjl3jKshJNJe9zYhmssFuhfx1tBlel4r3K-AojBK_XcCVUK3c9S_A3gzGC69qXjImxBEciH5fMHO1Kudyf-7w=w640-h346

And finally a high end restaurant that fitted the location but which obviously won't work while the place is a retail venue. Then again, it's easy (for me at least) to think that they're just not open for business at the same hours at the store, so it would be closed.

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiqbUde_IN-MfBd9Rrn6YDTIGeNOfU2UUBY9w9DA4ulcE9kJZJUrL6jv9CJFyOSAdOqYf6pSiakCRAd1CFCwszFjx9PzhoYF-T5OfTps_VGNzPm-EwD2ekPxA9Z1zZkbjYk39Y51zk-02osl5C-h5iCrKUxeVTCxx-Xe9xh9dkM8-mYlYszwUg5Ak8RaA=w640-h336

Paddywhacks's Emporium:
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https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiuXKA0Hqm7dAtQ6fsN6nOtoPy5q5k1GA-jQXJWt3yR3FUwmTZgA92d5euzWZdpngquYSnecYnyDb62aDaJabbFg6o542EBBFb1Dk8IRQSSwzNEmP4r9sptDygoOS9NB36p5Uml0VdBoc5V1FMugy3_eMH346C1MdHY7aApb6lVyLXFIqlPe0z1TCi1yQ=w640-h378

This is a build I made myself, and I am quite pleased I have to say. It only has two businesses, a sporting goods store and a bar.
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhuUAU618-K7R1-0Ic3OE4LXyDGbnBGzoMQd5_hyfZ8ozizzEPfKfqpkCRyjlNBnKCoUk7tVL183fRHvS9MKb8VFd5fnAjLc_lYV5XUGEChFV0E3BdCxqd3YY9e8upZ3L7OmogIeVJoBIN0zvzIUYnMByGkgA8F_jmqGKJNLV5YEGLEeaMmz5Xg9eRdEQ=w640-h398

The storting goods store has athlete wear for men, women and children, but you can also buy a machete for your jungle tour or a snowboard or skiis for your trip to mount Komorebi, a football and I am planning on adding books on things like fitness, wellness, skiing or snowboarding.

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgC8oCxDrheGrAcv3EZAVBWDjbAYMr2dFuiSpmI5q1cXqkoaWWyfKSJo8j9pZQ5VvxVnJ3DUa4zTePWm4017dDpLGGTssJIb3_L123O1ZrJBJjpGaLwYuErfzKy0-ruJXDUq3ambyY_TXwblws8gaP0EhNChN_hahXA8GbjPCp-8693WcAgdV7w2lSp2g=w640-h350

For the bar to work you obviously need to hire a bartender first, but I am intending to create clubs that has it as their hangout with mixing drinks and drinking drinks as their main activities and that ought to make sure it functions as it should even with the lot as a retail lot. I imagined when I built it that this is where detectives, judges or secret agents go, so I'm making a few clubs for these to use it. Basically I just wanted a use for Magnolia Promenade that wasn't only shopping.

The roadstead
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This is another one of my own builds, and I used three of the in game live mode shells to create this block of buildings. Two of the shells are actually used in the buildings you can see right behind Magnolia Promenade, so that makes the house fit well with the surroundings.

This is quite a large build with a three story furniture store, a two story toy store, a wedding shop, a photo studio, a music shops, a hifi store and finally a crafting store.

The furniture store was inspired by the roadstead that was there before I built this, but is significantly larger. I like the idea of bringing sims that are moving out here to buy their first furniture:
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj5aaUnrxY-mNEYoQUUpauLf87OpW86zN9mAw6OQ9Ti4vqTW5jfTQHzmdt0IqDDmPti_sXzYsWArXlQ8VyswUCNAWLgvhJZx6bo-SCuVoMYBwYJv3hCy3Mj1Xng2lTQhOWYXvEZggx_VrDpMT_AcZMiaDbHUR2K3wrNS6ts7NhJwP-3RB3MzmLUrzLOaw=w640-h334

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjcmftT2AmkxaI8uDj7RfoCbbyJHM9TZBcNVl0SfjlP3EjFaYi_G7tRr4u6QDs9GGA4jDWJz6YHxdYLoKeO8sX-5uzQkY6d6MFo9r9hAe-uABBropge_mlW0it4RMbUgqlED4dvsjAiRIaYVemHfNoDMLxFLFzOttOgZuI1irLMpaXaUTMQuz6Mqqivgg=w640-h386

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEixIQ7A3SmYsUSCzttY_WrnngG87QdKG5rAZ-iYGnRosXbzhgoad80DxLDVa7J5TmDx1_6zdS1qTudSgqcrpt5Aejs5YA8rJxJYGFwud9WEgehZYfDFja4geceDjKZK3kuTjbtn_ksA0ISTX-_sQg0eoE825pUiBGD78575DnUq6wjLw-LgMzMOsC-IfA=w640-h344

The toystore is in two stories and have both toys, toy boxes, and children's books as well as skill books on parenting.
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhMov8u8Z0uZq3925ZZ03UCjopIulen3IcxgM335TSFKtO3wXY2ogZ_BxKmDAoa07bzzkVb35bEPQFVu9xocnCUVSdlEYGi9rR-vg175xyv7rBVT6x33lvulmlt-RM8DAE8a2MhiZ3mojTFFLf59AUibwWA6NtJ4bo46YUnxjfnUd9VIRRxl-npY_i89A=w640-h352

The music store:
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The hifi store:
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The photo studio:
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The craft store (this could use a bit more tlc, but I am a bit out of inspiration right now so I'll come back to it later.

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And finally the wedding store. I'm hoping this will make planning my next in game wedding a lot more fun:
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JF&S Clothiers - or JF&S shopping perhaps?
Spoiler

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This is no longer just a clothing store, but a clothing store for men and children (as there already is one for women) as well as a flower shop and a convenience store. I am not sure how much I'll use those two, so I'll see I'll keep them or change them for something else entirely. This is my most recent build so the shops have yet to be set up to work properly.

Clothing store:
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Convenience store:
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Flower shop:
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