Sims 4 Build-N-Share Archives

INDEX

Click on the Challenge Title to take you to the relevant post in the archive.

Challenge #1 - Welcome Aboard
Challenge #2 - Curtis, Douglas Curtis, The Third.
Challenge #3 - The Olsens
Challenge #4 - A Ghostly Design
Challenge #5 - The Olsens Part Two
Challenge #6 - Net Worth
Challenge #7 - The Game is Afoot
Challenge #8 - A Very Merry Christmas
Challenge #9 - A Very Merry Christmas Part II
Challenge #10 - A Mediterranean Lifestyle
Challenge #11 - Aisle Remember
Challenge #12 - Winter Designer Showdown
Challenge #13 - Best Laid Plans
Challenge #14 - Operation Homefront
Challenge #15 - Reuse and Recycle
Challenge #16 - The Siblings
Challenge #17 - A Grand Place of Learning
Challenge #18 - Best Laid Plans II
Challenge #19 - Double Take
Challenge #20 - Oasis Valley Orphans
Challenge #21 - Coming Home to Newcrest
Challenge #22 - Reuse and Recyle II
Challenge #23 - Think Tiny
Challenge #24 - Mr. McGregor's Farm
Challenge #25 - Summer Designer Showdown
Challenge #26 - The Novelist
Challenge #27 - Ryunoten, Atorneys At Law
Challenge #28 - Techno...What?
Challenge #29 - The Lady In White
Challenge #30 - Ryunoten, Attorney's At Home
Challenge #31 - Fall Designer Showdown
Challenge #32 - A Patchwork Family
Challenge #33 - Coy Christmas Comes Home
Challenge #34 - A Curtis New Year
Challenge #35 - We Have A Plan
Challenge #36 - To Sleep Perchance To Dream
Challenge #37 - The Play Is The Thing
Challenge #38 - Habitat For Humanity
Challenge #39 - Alien Encounters
Challenge #40 - La Casa Dello Splendore
Challenge #41 - A Taste For Finer Things
Challenge #42 - Spring Designer Showdown
Challenge #43 - Fairy Rescue
Challenge #44 - This One’s for the Bronies
Challenge #45 - Pied á terre
Challenge #46 - Tribute
Challenge #47 - A Home Of Our Own
Challenge #48 - The Four Sisters of the Apocalypse
Challenge #49 - Summer Designer Olympics
Challenge #50 - Best Laid Plans (Part 3)
Challenge #51 - When Modern Was New
Challenge #52 - Uptown Elegance
Challenge #53 - The Hawthorne Project
Challenge #54 - An Autumn Wedding
Challenge #55 - For Your Amusement
Challenge #56 - New Beginnings
Challenge #57 - Hipster Loft Apartment
Challenge #58 - The Second Sister - Journye
Challenge #59 - The Hawthorne Project - Phase 2
Challenge #60 - Winter Designer Showdown
Challenge #61 - The Hawthorne Project - Disaster Plan
Challenge #62 - ZeroDoxy
Challenge #63 - Ley Lines
Challenge #64 - Ryunoten, Attorney's at Home
Challenge #65 - Hawthorne Project Part 3
Challenge #66 - Somewhere
Challenge #67 - Footprints in the Sand
Challenge #68 - Pastel Equinox Designer Showdown
Challenge #69 - Mr Boddy's Mansion
Challenge #70 - Eco-Existance
Challenge #71 - The Hawthorne Project Part IV
Challenge #72 - Reuse and Recycle @ The Gym
Challenge #73 - Life On A Shoestrring
Challenge #74 - Solstice Designer Showdown
Challenge #75 - Diamonds Are Forever
Challenge #76 - We're Going Deeper Underground
Challenge #77 - A Park For Rose
Challenge #78 - The Hawthorne Project - Part V
Challenge #79 - The Third Sister - Carrie
Challenge #80 - The Wishes of the Dead
Challenge #81 - The Gypsies
Challenge #82 - The Hawthorne Legacy - Part VI
Challenge #83 - A Townie Home
Challenge #84 - Familia
Challenge #85 - Winter Designer Showdown
Challenge #86 - A Library for Newcrest
Challenge #87 - For The Love Of Fabric
Challenge #88 - A Fairy Tale Cottage
Challenge #89 - The Hawthorne Project - VII
Challenge #90 - East Meets West
Challenge #91 - Back to Basics
Challenge #92 - 50 Shades of Gray
Challenge #93 - The Age of Aquarius
Challenge #94 - The Hawthorne Project VIII
Challenge #95 - We Need Some Space
Challenge #96 - A Truth Universally Acknowledged
Challenge #97 - A Garden for Daisy
Challenge #98 - The Four Seasons
Challenge #99 - Back to their Roots
Challenge #100 - Oceanside Resort
Challenge #101 - Five by Five
Challenge #102 - The Hawthorne Project Part VIIII
Challenge #103 - Dream A Little Dream
Challenge #104 - Unexpected Arrivals
Challenge #105 - Life After Life
Challenge #106 - That Entrepreneurial Spirit
Challenge #107 - Fall Designer Showdown
Challenge #108 - Settlement for Simanity
Challenge #109 - Twas the Month of December
Challenge #110 - Young Minds
Challenge #111 - Anchors Aweigh
Challenge #112 - Seeing Double
Challenge #113 - Love Shack
Challenge #114 - The Tables Have Turned
Challenge #115 - Man Cave
Challenge #116 - Safe House
Challenge #117 - The Hawthorne Project - Part IX
Challenge #118 - Spring Designer Showdown
Challenge #119 - For The Old Gold And Green
Challenge #120 - There's Some History There
Challenge #121 - Breaking Out Of The Box
Challenge #122 - Summer Camp
Challenge #123 - The Family Emergency
Challenge #124 - Solving The Seniors Situation (Part I)
Challenge #125 - A Chalet Getaway
Challenge #126 - The Collection
Challenge #127 - The Smell of Tea and Nutbread
Challenge #128 - Whimsyville
Challenge #129 - Solving The Seniors Situation (Part II)
Challenge #130 - Whimsyville Residential
Challenge #131 - Fostering The Future
Challenge #132 - Triple The Joy
Challenge #133 - Tears of a Clown
Challenge #134 - The Hawthorne project X - The Ravenwoods
Challenge #135 - Spring Designer Showdown
Challenge #136 - A Tiny Hangout
Challenge #137 - Star Struck
Challenge #138 - A Gem of a Vacation Home
Challenge #139 - Remote Education
Challenge #140 - A Fresh Start
Challenge #141 - A Small Family in Need
Challenge #142 - Fall Designer Showdown
Challenge #143 - Bed and Breakfast
Challenge #144 - A Winter Festival Miracle
Challenge #145 - Winter Designer Showdown
Challenge #146 - The Bradley Bunch
Challenge #147 - Empty Nest
Challenge #148 - Spring Designer Showdown
Challenge #149 - The Hawthorne Project XII
Challenge #150 - Before and After
Challenge #151 - Summer Designer Showdown
Challenge #152 - Home Sweet Office
Challenge #153 - Rainbow Paradise
Challenge #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
Challenge #155 - Down on the Farm
Challenge #156 - Home for Winterfest
Challenge #157 - Winter Designer Showdown
Challenge #158 - Be Mine
Challenge #159 - Little Green Men
Challenge #160 - Spring Designer Showdown
Challenge #161 - Blast from the Past
Challenge #162 - Safe Haven
Challenge #163 - Summer Designer Showdown
Challenge #164 - The Hawthorne Project Phase XV
Challenge #165 - Barndominium
Challenge #166 - Fall Designer Showdown
Challenge #167 - Revival
Challenge #168 - Winter Market
Challenge #169 - Winter Designer Showdown
Challenge #170 - Forbidden Love
Challenge #171 - Four Square
Challenge #172 - Spring Designer Showdown
Challenge #173 - Friends from College
Challenge #174 - Generational Renovation
Challenge #175 - Summer Designer Showdown
Challenge #176 - For the Family
Challenge #177 - A Home for Everyone
Challenge #178 - Fall Designer Showdown
Challenge #179 - Finding Inspiration
Challenge #180 - Let it Snow
Challenge #181 - Winter Designer Showdown

Build-n-Share Challenge #26

#26 The Novelist

“Jade! How lovely to see you!” you exclaim. Going to the grocery store is always fun for you. You run into everyone at sometime or other it seems. In this case, it's literally. “Sorry for bumping your cart,” you apologize.

“Its okay,” the woman smiles back at you with lips painted wine red. “However you have the wrong sister.”

You step back, studying her. Emerald green eyes glitter in amusement at you, a deeper warmer look than Jade’s pale green business like stare. Instead of being pulled stylishly but efficiently back from her face, the sister’s raven hair curls romantically around her face and over her shoulders. Her dress, made of a rich burgundy velvet, is casually and elegantly Gothic in style. Otherwise, she’s identical to Jade Bloodclaw.

“I’m sorry,” you say sheepishly.

“Not at all. Being identical twins, it happens all the time.” She moves her cart to the side to let someone else get by. “My name is Fire Bloodclaw.”

You shake hands with her, introducing yourself. Then a light bulb blinks on. “Fire Bloodclaw? The novelist? The one who wrote Empire of Jade?”

She laughs a throaty laugh, “The same. You’ve read it?”

“I haven’t. My assistant however raved about it. What brings you to town?”

“Change of atmosphere.” She smiles, “I was actually hoping to run into you at some point. My sister is delighted with the work you’ve done for her; and, trust me, Jade is incredibly hard to please when it comes to work.”

“Great to hear,” you smile, pleased at the compliment. You look around the store, realizing it was no place for a meeting. “Do you know Purr’s café?” you ask.

“Who doesn’t?” Fire laughs.

“Why don’t we meet there and talk about what you’re looking for?” you suggest.

“Sounds great. Give me an hour to finish shopping?”

An hour later, the two of you are settled into one of the booths at Purrsia’s place. Unsurprisingly, there is a tray of blissfully delicious tapas sitting between the two of you. Fire smiles, “I knew Purrsia when I was in college. She and her sister lived in the same house we did. She did all the cooking to help pay for her rent. It was lovely.”

You grin, “I bet you ate better than the ramen noodle diet I lived on.”

Fire laughs, “If you didn’t mind being an experiment for new recipes, yes…But the experiments didn’t always work out. Those were the nights when Tums were greatly in demand.” She smiles, “Now, on to why I was hoping to talk to you.”

“Someplace to store your Tums?” you quip, making her chuckle again.

“Not quite. I’m looking for a home of my own. I’ve been living with Jade, but her apartment really isn’t my style. She’s the penthouse apartment kind. I’m more the secluded dramatic type.”

“So what kind of house are you looking for?” You pull out your ever present note book.

“Something with a beautiful view. Private. When I lose myself in my work, I hate being distracted by petty things like time of day or last time I ate something. It needs to be soothing…and, I shamelessly admit, fairly luxurious in terms of comfort. I never know where I’ll end up writing.

I need at least 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. And if you can squeeze it in, a new computer. State of the art please. My old one fried itself this morning, and I’m using Jade’s computer…something else that is not conducive to concentration. I'll need a decent entertainment center, and, of course, a library. I love stories in all forms.”

“None of that is out of reach. Can you give me two weeks?”

“Sure. I have a book tour coming up soon anyway. Oh, and I have 75,000 saved for this build.”

“Excellent.” You reach for the check, only to have her lightly bat your hand away.

“My treat,” Fire insists.

Challenge Brief:
75k budget (add gallery and lot cost together)
2 bedrooms, 2 bath
Secluded lot with a beautiful view
Library
State of the art laptop
Decent entertainment center
Luxurious surroundings

Sim Challenge:
Make Fire, who is a Hopeless Romantic, Friendly, and Flirty. Show her enjoying her new home.

Room Challenge:
Library - create a decked out library that any novelist will love. You have an additional 5,000 for this room if you enter the room challenge.

Entry List


Starting Out

N/A

Established

CHALLENGE #: 26 - The Novelist
FORUM ID: Mommataurus2
ORIGIN ID: Mommataurus2
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Opulent Seclusion
COST: 3,000
BUILD COST: 74,438
TOTAL COST: 77,454
Link to Gallery: thesims.com/gallery/573A66044F3A11E58EFB2610A2CDE195?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=mommataurus2&max=50&maxis=false
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: kizoa.com/Video-Maker/d24462290k6453573o1l1/fire-bloodclaw
ENTRY DETAILS: I was inspired by the Pool design which I found on Pinterest. I loved the shape of the pool and the over the top indulgence of the look. ALSO I am absolutely in LOVE with the LUXE DRINK TRAY from the Spa Pack! I love how my sims can now have a drink in any room of the house!
SIM: n/a
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW:N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NOCC or Recolors

FORUM ID: Lisa17Ann
ORIGIN ID: Lisa17Ann
LEVEL: Established
LOT: 30x20 (forgot the name )
LOT COST: $5,500
BUILD COST: $69,430
TOTAL COST: $74,930
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s70.photobucket.com/user/puppyhugger17/slideshow/The Novelist Nest?sort=9
ENTRY DETAILS: It was obvious from first meeting Fire Bloodclaw that she liked things on the darker side. But, cozy, lush and a little modern. The house colors reflect her personality and the lot I choose was on the outskirts of town with beautiful views and with the comforts and privacy she craves. I hope she will be happy here for many years to come!
SIM: Link to Gallery Upload: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM:Yes Please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NoCC, MOO, bb.showhiddenobjects, bb.showhiddenobjects

Expert

FORUM ID: Issabella14
ORIGIN ID: Issabella14
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Tranquil Crescent
LOT COST: $2,500
BUILD COST: $72,505
TOTAL COST: $75,005
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s42.photobucket.com/user/Issabella_Koen/slideshow/Challenge 26
GALLERY LINK
ENTRY DETAILS: I built Fire a modern home surrounded by scenic views. The heart of "Tranquil Crescent" is her conservative study/library where she can write her novels totally secluded from the rest of the house.
SIM: Link to Gallery Upload: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes thanks
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NoCC, MOO, bb.showhiddenobjects, bb.showhiddenobjects


FORUM ID: wrathofcath
ORIGIN ID: wrathofcath
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Writer's Repose
LOT COST: $1,500
BUILD COST: $72,440
TOTAL COST: $73,940
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: s1285.photobucket.com/user/WrathofCath/slideshow/Writers%20Repose?sort=6
ENTRY DETAILS: Fire chose this lot for her home to be built because of the gorgeous river views, seen from the back and left side of her home. The bedrooms are on the lower floor because she felt she would rather have the views from the upper floors, in the rooms where she spent most of her waking hours. Her office is on the top floor and has three balconies. It also has the best views of the beautiful scenery from up there.
SIM: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC

Results

Starting Out -:
1st Place: N/A
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @lisa17ann

Sim Challenge: N/A

Room Challenge: N/A

Expert -:
Comments
1st Place: @WrathofCath

Sim Challenge: N/A

Room Challenge: N/A

Build’n’Share Challenge #31

Fall Designer Showdown

You are sitting your desk, idly looking out of the window at the fall leaves making their slow descent in the light autumnal breeze when your computer pings with a reminder.

“Oh Shoot.” You think to yourself, “What have I forgotten now?”

Glancing at your screen you see it is actually an email, you really must ask, Rose to change the notification sounds on your new PC. And to let you know what each one actually means.

The title of the email reads “Calling all Builders, Architects and Designers.”

“Hmm, well, I am certainly included in that group.” You think as you scan for the sender. You have learnt not to randomly open emails from just anyone after your last PC was infected with some sort of Trojan Bunny. You were just happy that Rose had thought to backup all your important documents to the cloud.

“Ah, it’s from the Designer’s Guild,” you say out loud. Rose pokes her head through the door.

“Is it that time already?”

Wondering how she heard you with the door closed, you realise that your intercom had been left open after you asked her to bring your last client in. You say a word of thanks that you have been in relative silence and contemplation since.

“Yep Rose, it’s a bit late actually. But there are still leaves falling so we get to have our Fall Designer Showdown.”

Rose smiles, “You know these are my second favourite types of commission?”

“Really?” You ask her, a little surprised.

“What is your favourite?”

“Well, that would be telling,” she says as she closes the door with a smirk.


On the property itself, you will find these 4 items:





You will choose ONE of these items to use as your inspiration to decorate and furnish your house. In the end, when the judges look at your media, they should know which item you chose just by looking at the way you decorated and furnished. Please also include the object you chose somewhere in your house and be sure to have it in a screenshot (unless you choose the bear gnome from Outdoor Retreat and don’t yet have the Game Pack). You can delete the objects on the lot that you didn't choose as your inspiration and the wall piece used to hold the painting. You also cannot duplicate the item (use it more than once on the lot) that you do use as your inspiration.

This is the house!



This image has been resized to fit in the page. Click to enlarge.

Download from the Gallery - Fall Designer Showdown, #BuildnShare, #BnS31

Rules and details:
You can designate the rooms however you like, but your outcome should be a 2bedroom, 1 bathroom, or a 1bedroom, 1 bathroom and study home.
You cannot change the size or location of foundations, walls, and roofing.
Yes, all walls, foundation, and roofing must remain the same.
You can, however, add walls;
You can replace doors, windows, and stairs, but they have to remain in the same position (meaning if it's a 2 tile window, you have to replace it with a 2 tile window or 2 single tile windows, etc.) Doors CAN be replaced with an arch of the same size if desired.
You can't change the roof shape, but you can change the texture and color, the pitch, add trim, adjust the curvature, etc.
You can add structural elements for landscaping purposes, such as a greenhouse, gazebo, or a carport (no garages), but they cannot be attached to the main house.
You CAN change, add or delete any fencing, but you may not use fencing inside the home.
This must be on a 15x20 lot (can be placed in any neighborhood/world).
THERE IS NO BUDGET!
The theme is completely up to you. It does not have to be Winter themed - your house should reflect your inspirational object.
You do not need any game packs to compete. The house was built with only base game elements.
CC is allowed, but please list/link/credit them when you submit so downloaders can find them!


Ready... Set... DESIGN!


There are no side challenges for the Designer Showdown.


Official Entry List

Starting Out

FORUM ID: VIRTUALEE
ORIGIN ID: VirtualL33
LEVEL: I am a beginner
LOT: Flower Power; Gallery Link Here: http://goo.gl/AodvXk
LOT COST: 2500
BUILD COST: 97866
TOTAL COST: 100366
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/Virtualee1/slideshow/Flower Power
ENTRY DETAILS: This was a difficult task. However I chose to step outside of the box and went for the pink flower bush. I usually build contemporary/modern builds so whimsical is new for me.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please I want to learn to become a better builder


Forum ID: popettypop2012
Origin ID: popettypop2012
Level : Starting Out (a couple of months ago)
Lot Name: Sunny Sunflower Home
Lot Cost:$2,000
Build Cost: $61,980
Total Cost: $63,980
Entry details : I chose the Dear Old Grandfather Clock and decided on a yellow/brown theme for the house. Hence, the Sunflowers around the house. Also the clock is typical in a old European style house and that's where I got my inspiration for the furniture.
Yes, please for the critique. I am a newbie builder and in much need of constructive criticism. Thanks so much.
Gallery Link:https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/6E5DBB69909A11E5886C67DEF2F8FAF8?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
Slideshow:http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/Sunny Sunflower Home
SIM: N/A
ROOM :N/A


Established

FORUM ID: Rykel
ORIGIN ID: Simrissie
GALLERY: #Simrissie #BnS31
LEVEL: Established
LOT: http://www.thesims.com/gallery/EB86A6058E0411E58FD4BCD67EAF595D
LOT COST: $1,500
BUILD COST: $58,072 (before live testing and upgrading appliances the cost was $85,889.00)
TOTAL COST: $59,572 ($87,389)
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1039.photobucket.com/user/Simrissie/slideshow/BnS31 - Fall Designer Showdown
ENTRY DETAILS: My inspiration item was the "In the balance antique scale". It inspired clean, minimalistic lines and I used the metal/steel and wood materials from the item as a base for decorating the home.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please, would love to get feedback and improve my building/design skills.
OTHER: MOO, NoCC

CHALLENGE #: 31 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: RyeCris16
ORIGIN ID: RyeCris16
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Little Blue Queens
LOT COST: §2,000
BUILD COST: §82,293 (§87,225 is the real price as the game didn't count the paintings and children's drawings)
TOTAL COST: §89,225 (Placed on Rindle Rose in Willow Creek)
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Photobucket Slideshow
ENTRY DETAILS: I used the Dear Old Grandfather Clock as the inspirational object, and decided to build a Victorian styled cottage with some antique feel. I also decided to make it blue, because many builders are using blue color in their builds, haha! This home has two bedrooms and one bathroom, perfect for a family. Everything in here has no electricity, except the old radio and the lightning. There's a fireplace if you're looking for a cozy feel.
SIM: N/A
ROOM: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: #nocc, but I wanted to give credit to Anfideya for the custom paintings that I used in this build. Please note that paintings are Sim-made so these are 100% not a CC.
EDIT: Link edited! I didn't realized I linked to the library instead of a slideshow yikes!

Expert

FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Topiary Trees
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 62,325
TOTAL COST: 63,825
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1297.photobucket.com/user/masajo2/slideshow/Topiary Trees
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose 'Passion's Kiss' as the inspiration object, which reminds me of country cottage plants. This led to a cosy cottage style build.
SIM: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: (REQUIRED if entering - the slideshow is what your judges will primarily go by or N/A if not entering) link to media
ENTRY DETAILS:
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: (REQUIRED if entering - the slideshow is what your judges will primarily go by or N/A if not entering) Link to media
ENTRY DETAILS:
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC

FORUM ID: AIRIS6962
ORIGIN ID: Airis6962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Time For Christmas
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 65,404
TOTAL COST: 66,104
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://picasaweb.google.com/100834899276394815320/TimeForChristmas?authkey=Gv1sRgCPP9yMmwkZaYDw
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose 'Grandfather Clock' as the inspiration object, which reminds me Christmas of my childhood in my grandmother´s home. The clock reminds me of New Years Eve. In Spain we eat a grape for each month of the year, when strikes twelve strokes, one on each stroke, so the grandfather clock is essential! LOL Well, we switch on the tv for the chimes
SIM: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: (REQUIRED if entering - the slideshow is what your judges will primarily go by or N/A if not entering) link to media
ENTRY DETAILS:
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: (REQUIRED if entering - the slideshow is what your judges will primarily go by or N/A if not entering) Link to media
ENTRY DETAILS:
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC

FORUM ID: wrathofcath
ORIGIN ID: wrathofcath
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Cozy Christmas Cabin
LOT COST: $1500
BUILD COST: $101,411
TOTAL COST: $102,911
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/WrathofCath/slideshow/Cozy Christmas Cabin?sort=6
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose the "Dear Old Grandfather Clock" for my inspiration and decided to make this a Christmas cabin.
SIM: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: (REQUIRED if entering - the slideshow is what your judges will primarily go by or N/A if not entering) link to media
ENTRY DETAILS:
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: (REQUIRED if entering - the slideshow is what your judges will primarily go by or N/A if not entering) Link to media
ENTRY DETAILS:
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC

FORUM ID: RivendellStar
ORIGIN ID: RivendellStar
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: SteamPunk ShowDown
LOT COST: $1,500
BUILD COST: $114,848
TOTAL COST: $116,348
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Not sure how to do this?
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose to go with the grandfather clock for my inspirational object for this build. I wanted to do something totally different with the theme and change the shape of the roofing...so I went steampunk style.
SIM: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS:N/A
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS:N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NOCC


OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #: 31 Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: BreeMiles
ORIGIN ID: BreeMiles
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: A Balance Of Time
LOT COST: $1500
BUILD COST: $77,931
TOTAL COST: $79,431
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/14313531/#Comment_14313531
The Slideshow LINK Is in the POST ABOVE THIS POST please click it for slideshow
ENTRY DETAILS: I wanted to do the Balances, A build set in a time, I enjoy in my mind. A home for the adventurer. I was trying to capture a Safari setting the best I could with the items EA has, without using any others CC but my own.
SIM: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ROOM:N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW:N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Custom Content By BreeMilees. Links To My Custom Content. Walls Floors "Wood" "Carpet"
To Find in the in game gallery, Click Advance then Check Mark Include Custom Content box.
I can't seem to get the link to the build as of now, but it is showing under #BnS31 in the in game gallery. I will post link as soon as I am able to get @Rykel

Results

Starting Out -:
Comments
1st Place: @popettypop2012
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @RyeCris16
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Expert -:
Comments
1st Place: @masajo and @WrathofCath
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Build-n-Share Challenge #83 - A Townie Home

Entry List (continued)


Established

FORUM ID: JosieAnglin
ORIGIN ID: Netxpre2
LEVEL: Established.
LOT: Home For The Muse.
LOT COST: $2,000.
LOT NAME: Fern Park.
BUILD COST: $92,634.
TOTAL COST: $94,634
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Here.
ENTRY DETAILS: I used the third plan from the article. I also was researching modern mid-century interior design aesthetic, decor, and color pallets. Everything seemed to be different shades of brown and white with wood and stone accents so I tried to stay to the theme, but I made the bedroom a little more colorful since I didn't want the entire house to be only brown and white. The landscaping is simple around the home, but since Hope is a loner I created a path for her to walk in nature when she wants fresh air and inspirationAnglin. Since she is maxed in the handiness skill, I figured she liked tinkering so I placed a wood crafting table for her to use as well as using the space in the hallway as a small art studio since she is creative as well.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None.

FORUM ID: Kilra0
ORIGIN ID: Kilra0
LEVEL: Established / Expert
LOT: Mid Century Caprica V1
LOT COST: $2,000
LOT NAME: Garden Essence (Foundry Cove)
BUILD COST: $97,977
TOTAL COST: $99,977
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: here
ENTRY DETAILS: "The Caprica" (first house) I didn't manage the roof either but I loved the floor plan. It's huge and I got in trouble with the budget. Therefore I couldn't furnish every room. I tried to make it as cozy and cool as possible for an artist. I used buydebug objects and selfmade paintings I hope that's ok and you all like.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: no CC

FORUM ID: FoundMarbles
ORIGIN ID: FoundMarbles
LEVEL: Established
LOT: The Dunland https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/3A72896ED4BA11E78C1FF93919BFDC9A?category=lots&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=FoundMarbles&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2000
LOT NAME: Garden Essence
BUILD COST: 97745
TOTAL COST: 99745
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/uvEfs
ENTRY DETAILS: This is copied from the "Dunland", number 3 on the web page. This seemed like a good size for a mean loner. I doubt she would be entertaining many people and clearly had, had enough of household maintenance, (“Let Hope fix it.” I am getting sick and tired...), so I gave her something simple and easy to manage with Gnomes to make life easier. For her creative side the house traits also include Home Studio and Natural Light. Given Hope's handiness, I did give her plenty to do a fishing pond, swimming pool, Bonsai tree, musical keyboard, guitar, chess, yoga mat, painting easel, and a computer of superior quality for writers. I tried to duplicate the exterior as faithfully as Sims 4 building would allow. The interior was created after a study of many interiors found in houses built in that style. What did seem clear to me is that wood paneling was all the rage in houses like the Dunland. Ceiling lighting is to one side because, true to the Dunland design the Kitchen and living area have vaulted ceilings. Sims 4 does not permit hanging lights from the second story and any attempt to do so leaves them hanging in mid air. The alternative was to leave a small partial ceiling and place a light on the opposite vaulted wall. The kitchen is laid out in a similar fashion to the floor plan in the article. I did include a kind of "pantry" and a sort of "linen closet". I would have loved a fireplace but that would put a chimney on the roof where there clearly was none in the pictures of the house. I have allowed for all possible creative pursuits because Ms. Potts expressed diverse interests. Clearly she would prefer to put her handiness to use for her own pleasure, now.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, Always
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A

FORUM ID: Pallypoo
ORIGIN ID: Pallystyle
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Darling Dallas
LOT COST: 6,000
LOT NAME: Umbrage Manor
BUILD COST:90,210
TOTAL COST: 96,210 (When placed ingame it says it is 99,920. Maybe because of the paintings I have in it.)
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://ibb.co/album/d60Nqa
ENTRY DETAILS: I used the Dallas floor plan. I felt it had more space than the smaller one bedroom and I wanted to make the garage her art studio. I decorated in a colorful mid-century style and placed some art work I felt went with the style. I stuck to the floor plan as well as I could to get the same look. I did make one pantry a half bath as I felt it would be nice to have one close to her art studio. The 3 smaller bedrooms are sparsely furnished as I felt being a single sim, who was a loner, she would not have much use for them at the moment, and I wanted to spend most of her funds on the main parts of the house she would be living in. I did have the more expensive appliances but had to replace with cheaper ones but the color looks better in the home, so it worked out. I tried to keep in mind her loner trait so she only has a small dining table, but there are bar stools at the counter and a table outside if she ever feels like entertaining. I hope Miss Potts is happy here.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: sure
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

FORUM ID: Mamajanaynay
ORIGIN ID: Mamajanaynay
LEVEL: Established
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/468595A0D52811E783ABF93919BFDC9A?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=the dallas&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 5,500
LOT NAME: Park Shore
BUILD COST: 86,954
TOTAL COST: 92,454
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://ibb.co/album/ghoaAa
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose The Dallas (Plan #1247) because it offered separated area's for writing and creativity and the open single level floor layout, where if entertaining guests they can easily mingle about without walls being in the way of the kitchen and living area's and is adjacent to the back deck for more seating and BBQ. Two guest bedrooms should any guest be invited to spend more time or they can be used for an expanding family. The garage has been converted to a room for painting, practicing music or working at the wood carving station with ample wall space for displaying any masterpieces or wood work and a Study separate for the needed seclusion for any writer or work at home sim.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC

FORUM ID: Laebeth
ORIGIN ID: Ninnster
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Greenberg Drive
LOT COST: 3,000,-
LOT NAME: Brook Bungalow, Willow Creek
BUILD COST: 96,841,-
TOTAL COST: 99,841,-
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Here
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose the Mitchell Glenn as my house plan. Plan can be found here.
I tried to keep as true to the plan as possible, and not just having the layout correct, but the dimensions too. It's not perfect, but it's what I got!
I decided to add a pool area and added some hedges to provide some privacy. Hope can also enjoy eating or lounging outside on the back patio. For the interior I tried to go for a more crisp Scandinavian style. I have kept fairly true to the plan for the interior, including the laundry room. I did however make one of the bedrooms into a study, as I felt Hope as a loner would benefit more from that than having 3 bedrooms. As for the garage I tried to create it as a crafts room, but still have it look like a garage that can still be used (if she cleans up that is). The small cabinet on the wall by the door is meant to be an electrical cabinet (that's often in garages right?). The garage has all of Hope's painting equipment, but also a work bench for her to be doing repairs and such.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None, CC free

FORUM ID: SyddyB206
ORIGIN ID: SyddyB206
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Mid Century Loner https://tinyurl.com/y868lb2f
LOT COST: 2,500
LOT NAME: Potter Splay
BUILD COST: 82,162
TOTAL COST: 84,662
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW
https://flickr.com/photos/151014722@N05/albums/72157689256249791
ENTRY DETAILS: Lovey lot with lush landscaping! Mid Century Modern interior and exterior. It has 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes!!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
SPACE FOR PICTURES: N/A

FORUM ID:glen1974
ORIGIN ID:glen1974
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Atomic Bungalow https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/C812D73DDADB11E7887D97CC8DEE2583?category=all&searchtype=item_name&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=atomic bungalow&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 10000
LOT NAME: Oakenstead in Willow Creek
BUILD COST:89900
TOTAL COST: 99900
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/hV4AB
ENTRY DETAILS: Atomic Bungalow is a midcentury modern property built using the Mitchell Glen plans. As this is a 3 bedroom property and Hope is a loner sim I have turned one of the rooms into a writing/study room whilst retaining the build in wardrobe space as per the plans. The third bedroom I have left as a single guest room as she may have a single family member visit at some point. The floor plans are in an L shape which gave great views of the back garden to which I have added swimming pool.
I had to make compromises as cash ran out as did my time (it is currently 23.50 UK time and I'm just about getting it in!!)
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


Expert

FORUM ID: StSciurus
ORIGIN ID: StSciurus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Hope Springs Eternal
LOT COST: §2,000
LOT NAME: Bargain Bend (30 x 20)
BUILD COST: §89,805
TOTAL COST: §91,805
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: here
ENTRY DETAILS: Hope Springs Eternal is a mid-century modern home for Hope Potts and her dog Cleo, modeled after The Dunland houseplan. I tried to stay true to the layout adding only a window to the mechanical room, which has been turned into an art/craft room instead. Since she wanted a home that reminded her of her childhood, I also decorated the interior in a mid-century modern style using primarily shades of orange and turquoise. I included a number of things that a loner might like in her house: a computer for writing, an easel and workbench, a chess table, a pool, and a yoga/meditation area. I also gave her a vegetable garden and a nice side yard in which she can play with Cleo.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: no CC

FORUM ID: Abelhinha35
ORIGIN ID: Issabella14
LEVEL: Expert
LOT NAME: Mid Century Modern
PLAN BUILT: The Dunland
LOT COST: 3,000
LOT NAME: Optimist's Outlook 30 X 40
BUILD COST: 97,003
TOTAL COST: 100,003
GALLERY: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/4BEC5D8FD54611E783A597CC8DEE2583?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Issabella14&max=50&maxis=false
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.flickr.com/photos/149417332@N07/albums/72157663172589758
ENTRY DETAILS: Mid Century Modern is a cosy but spaceous home. Everything a single person will need is in this home. Enough space for parties and social events, and when the time comes and you plan on having a larger family, the 30x40 lot has enough room for building extensions.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC only MOO and SHO

FORUM ID: Mannanna
ORIGIN ID: Mannanna
LEVEL: Expert ( ouch, that expert title feels scary,lol )
LOT: Mid Century Suburbia
LOT COST: $2,500
LOT NAME: Potters Splay, Willow Creek
BUILD COST: $92,686
TOTAL COST: $99,865 - placed in game
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: here
ENTRY DETAILS: I wasn't going to enter this challenge. When I first read it I thought, "not my cup of tea". I have never built a sim house using a floor plan and never tried to decorate a house for a specific era. It all felt like it was too restrictive. But...then I thought, okay, I'll try and in the end I had fun building it I used The Dallas floor plan. More notes under pics
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, thank you

FORUM ID: faithofkaela
ORIGIN ID: faithofkaela
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Where There's Hope
LOT COST: $2,500
LOT NAME: Riverside Roost in Willow Creek
BUILD COST: $92,853
TOTAL COST: $95,356
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/oU7Wh
ENTRY DETAILS: Where There's Hope was built specifically for Hope Potts and her grumpy, creative, loner lifestyle. This build is mainly base game, with a couple of decorative pieces from Spa Stuff, but nothing you couldn't live without ;) A fully fenced in rear garden, means she's never interrupted by unwelcome visitors while she's working out there. Inside, Hope has decorated for Christmas, she may be a grump, but she's not a Grinch! The open plan living/dining and kitchen area has been decorated in cool blues and bright yellows. Her bedroom is a sanctuary in wood and green tones, as is her spacious bathroom, complete with built-in linen cupboard.
I chose to use the The Dunland as the base for Hope's home.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Always
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

FORUM ID: Karababy52
ORIGIN ID: Karababy52
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: House of Hope
LOT COST: 2000
LOT NAME: Garden Essence
BUILD COST: 97776
TOTAL COST: 99776
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/UMCnn
ENTRY DETAILS: I built the Dunland for Hope. Features include; open floor plan with cathedral ceiling over living and kitchen area, eat-in kitchen, living room with bar, chess set, computer and dining nook, living room also has a plant ledge wrapped around above, bathroom with jet tub, bedroom with wall of closets, a small artist's studio with an easel & woodworking bench. Outside features include; a patio with fire pit and view of the fishing pond, a geometric fountain display and minimal maintenance landscaping throughout the grounds including a curb appeal special garden in the front.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please and thank you!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NoCC, only used MOO, Debug


Sim Challenge


Starting Out

FORUM ID: StangMix2
ORIGIN ID: stangmix2
LEVEL: Starting Out
HOUSEHOLD: Hope Potts
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Link
ENTRY DETAILS: I made Hope Potts a creative, mean and loner sim. She dreams of becoming a bestselling author. She has max handiness and some painting/writing skillpoints plus a few others, like cooking and mischief - apparently she ate and then "trolled teh forums" while I made/ate dinner and put my kids to bed (I love free will)
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Absolutely
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


Established

FORUM ID: JosieAnglin
ORIGIN ID: Netxpre2
LEVEL: Established
HOUSEHOLD: Hope Potts
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Here
ENTRY DETAILS: I pretty much followed what was in the description of Hope; brown eyes, hair style ect. I gave her cowboy boots for her party outfit to reflect her deep southern roots. For her daily wear, I gave her a comfortable and practical outfit that she could wear while painting, upgrading/fixing her new home, or cleaning.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

FORUM ID: Pallypoo
ORIGIN ID: Pallystyle
LEVEL: Established
HOUSEHOLD: Hope Potts
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://ibb.co/album/gOgqbF
ENTRY DETAILS: I made hope with a curvy muscular build. I felt if she had maxed her handiness skill she would be in shape. I dressed her in a variety of colors to compliment her creative side and skin tone. She doesn't wear much make up, but likes to use it for dress up occassions. And likes to keep her everyday look simple since she never knows what she might be up to.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: sure
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

FORUM ID: Laebeth
ORIGIN ID: Ninnster
LEVEL: Established (Not sure if I should go with the same as build here? or if Sim is separate?)
HOUSEHOLD: Pea in a Potts
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Here
ENTRY DETAILS: I've never done the Sim challenge, so not sure if there are any requirements to the slideshow for this?
I try to create a story when making Sims, it helps me to have a direction. For Hope I molded it around the few things we already knew about her.
In my story, Hope lost her mother at a young age. She was never able to accept the loss, and carrying the resentment gave her a mean streak, and she started keeping to herself becoming a loner. In her solitude she often finds peace in her creative outlets, such as writing and painting.
Because of what happened to her mother, Hope always wanted to build a home to honor her and all the good times she remembers growing up. She even started preferring to dress in 50's style clothing, feeling it bringing her closer to her mother's memories. Therefore I tried to keep to this theme when creating Hope, which means some odd choices particularly for her gym outfit.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None, CC free


Expert

FORUM ID: faithofkaela
ORIGIN ID: faithofkaela
LEVEL: Expert
HOUSEHOLD: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/CC57725FDAC511E78B67F93919BFDC9A
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/oU7Wh (pictures included with the main build showcase)
ENTRY DETAILS: Meet Hope Potts, a new resident of Willow Creek. She hails from San Myshuno, where she worked as a landlord. Now, she aspires to become a best selling author. She's a bit of a loner, a tad grumpy, but incredibly creative.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Always
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

FORUM ID: Ainsleyf
ORIGIN ID: Ainsleyfr
LEVEL:Expert
HOUSEHOLD: How to Serve Man
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Imgur: How to Serve Man
ENTRY DETAILS: Hope is a mean, creative loner with the painter aspiration. She's a level 8 logic, level 10 handiness, level 3 writer and level 3 painter. She doesn't really want to be mean or alone, she just has a secret she needs to protect, and frankly, most humans are annoying.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: absolutely
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS:N/A


Room Challenge


Starting Out

N/A


Established

FORUM ID: JosieAnglin
ORIGIN ID: Netxpre2
LEVEL: Established
HOUSEHOLD: The Creative Dream
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Here
ENTRY DETAILS: I created a really large area for Hope to be able to paint in and store all of her paintings. She has a computer nook where she can research and learn new styles of art and get inspiration. She has a bookcase so she can take a break from painting whenever she likes.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

FORUM ID: Pallypoo
ORIGIN ID: Pallystyle
LEVEL: Established
ROOM: Rustied Blue Art studio
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: pics below
https://image.ibb.co/ioJ2L6/bns83_r_1.png
https://image.ibb.co/jdKRf6/bns83_r3.png
ENTRY DETAILS: Once a garage, this room is slightly more decorated than the one that is in the house. It has a few more paintings and an extra easel. It is a warm a cheery room for a painter.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: sure
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None


Expert

N/A


Results

Starting Out -:
Comments
1st Place: @StangMix2
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @Laebeth
Honourable Mention: @glen1974
Sim Challenge: @Pallystyle
Room Challenge: @JosieAnglin and @Pallystyle

Expert -:
Comments
1st Place: @abelhinha35
Sim Challenge: @Ainsleyf
Room Challenge: N/A

#BnS91 - Back to Basics

Entry List (continued)


Expert


CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: Kilra0
ORIGIN ID: Kilra0
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/CB09CDF02E9611E88648DE15B984DA1F?searchtype=hashtag&time=all&category=lots&searchquery=bns91&sortby=downloads&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 72,485
LOT NAME: Hindquater Hideaway (Brindleton Bay)
BUILD COST: 2,000
TOTAL COST: 74,485
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/omHk6
ENTRY DETAILS: enjoy some asian inspired details
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: nocc


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: itguyinsc
ORIGIN ID: itguyinsc
LEVEL: Expert
LOT Download: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/A3E8E466322011E88B0738E726CE10E3?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=itguyinsc&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2,410.00
LOT NAME: Brindleton Bay - Sporting Space
BUILD COST: $72,512
TOTAL COST: $74,922
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://photos.app.goo.gl/2JWVi8825QcxGSpQ2
ENTRY DETAILS: Charleston Chic - Modern build with craftsman inspirations. A simple fountain welcomes you to this open floor plan with sunken family room where sims families can relax by a cozy fire or read their favorite fantasy novel. Large master bedroom and teen/kid bedrooms with lively color to brighten your day! Open kitchen and dining with room to whip up your favorite family meal. Enjoy outdoor grilling and poolside relaxation and capturing nature on the easel out back.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: (no cc, no recolors) yes - enlarged items and yes - moo used


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: pronterus
ORIGIN ID: pronterus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/F3D6E83E332611E8879B4B57E267D701
LOT COST: 1,500
LOT NAME: Pebble Burrow
BUILD COST: 73,500
TOTAL COST: 75,000
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/bg4a0
ENTRY DETAILS: Kagoshima is the latest addition to my series of Japanese-inspired homes named after prefectures in Japan. This home uses only base game items and has an experimental style, inspired by Namba Parks in Osaka, Japan. Many elements in modern Japanese buildings such as the use of wooden slats, bamboo, and tiles on the exterior can be seen in this build.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: gmcrozier
ORIGIN ID: gmcrozier
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/F66BC2CF339311E88252DE15B984DA1F?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=gmcrozier&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2,000
LOT NAME: Civic Cliffs
BUILD COST: 72,956
TOTAL COST: 74,956
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/EF04X
ENTRY DETAILS: 329 Centenial Drive is a mid-century gem with separate living and sleeping wings.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: none


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #91: Back to Basics
FORUM ID: PV13
ORIGIN ID: Lyrens35
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/54BF51EB352611E889ACDE15B984DA1F
COST: 2,000 §
LOT NAME: Willow Creek, Bargain Bend
BUILD COST: 72,997 §
TOTAL COST: 74,997 §
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/1p1kjpsjg9nz166/AABfRJSRMOKXO1II4nLvO0lLa?dl=0
ENTRY DETAILS:
Bargain Bend Base Game Build: As the challenge states, this house is a base game only build. The house is placed in Willow Creek on the Bargain Bend lot (cost §2000). It’s a typical suburban family home for a family of four Sims, with living space downstairs and bedrooms upstairs.
Layout: On the first floor, you enter a hallway. From the hallway, you go in to the combined kitchen/dining room, which also includes a small pantry and a study nook. There’s access to the roofed patio through a door next to the kitchen. At the end of the combined kitchen/ dining room, you’ll find the living room, which is furnished with couches, coffee tables, tv and stereo, as well as a cozy fireplace. On the first floor, there’s also a half bath, which comes in handy when entertaining guests or if your Sims just don’t bother to go to the upstairs bathrooms.
The second floor is the private area of the house, where you’ll find the bedrooms and the family’s two full bathrooms. There’s a master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, as well as access to the parent’s peaceful balcony. There are two children’s rooms – one for a toddler girl and one for a teen girl. From the landing, there’s also access to the shared children’s bathroom.
The garden is tastefully, yet sparsely decorated with some wildflowers and multiple trees. There’s a patio with seating and a barbeque area. The patio area is surrounded by hedges, and the rest of the garden is enclosed by fencing. There are a couple of garden pots, if your Sims have green thumbs. And for the toddler, there is a sandbox with blocks and toys.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A – No CC


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/62C1386A35D411E88DCADE15B984DA1F?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=cevans1962&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: N/A
LOT NAME: Daisy Hovel, Willow Creek
BUILD COST:74,996
TOTAL COST: N/A
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/U4zQU
ENTRY DETAILS: Modern suburban family home decorated in fresh Spring tones of orange, lemon and lime. Comprises 2 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms including teen and toddler rooms, study, kitchen, dining and living rooms. Fully landscaped with rear patio garden including bbq dining and lounge areas.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NoCC


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: abelhinha35
ORIGIN ID: Issabella14
LEVEL: Expert
BUILD NAME: Classic Modern Living
LOT NAME: 20X30 in Newcrest
LOT COST: 2 000
BUILD COST:72 747
TOTAL COST: 74 747
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.flickr.com/photos/149417332@N07/albums/72157667347674808
GALLERY: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/FE749FEF367B11E88311F880C0D922AF?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Issabella14&max=50&maxis=false
ENTRY DETAILS: Classic Modern Living was inspire by a modern townhouse. Natural sunlight oozes through this home but still feels warm and inviting. This openpan spacious home lacks nothing but has room for renovations. The colors are bright and modern and will appeal to any buyer who wants a classic modern home.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NoCC Testingcheats true, MOO, showhiddenobjects and ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement


CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: Ainsleyf
ORIGIN ID: Ainsleyfr
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/5734B8C037AA11E8822C8330CC7221F9
LOT COST: 2000
LOT NAME: Hindquarter Hideaway
BUILD COST:72,998
TOTAL COST: 74,998
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/53ufm
ENTRY DETAILS: My plan was to go really really Elfin but it took a more French Provincial direction. Had to redo the roof a dozen times to get it to behave. The fountains, I know, are completely unnecessary and probably don't add much to the overall look, but I needed them. Yes, NEEDED fountains for a French Provincial small estate.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: No, I'm very sensitive. Kidding. Fire Away!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: faithofkaela
ORIGIN ID: faithofkaela
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/F62BCF33383A11E88393DE15B984DA1F
LOT COST: §2,000
LOT NAME: Beech Byway in Newcrest
BUILD COST: §72,871
TOTAL COST: §74,871
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/vglF6
ENTRY DETAILS: Modern Basics is a modern traditional style build with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an office, and an open plan kitchen, dining and living areas.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Always
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None


CHALLENGE #BnS91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: Kementari
ORIGIN ID: Kementari1771
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/31303D7D388211E88A4C4B57E267D701
LOT COST: $2000
LOT NAME: Dock Den (Windenburg)
BUILD COST: $72178
TOTAL COST: $74178
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://simplicitysims.blogspot.co.uk/2018/04/ts4-scandinavian-modern-barn.html
ENTRY DETAILS: I was inspired by a image I saw online of a beautiful Modern Scandinavian Barn in the snow, too bad we don't have season yet cause I think this looks a little out of place with out the snow lol. It has 3 floors, ground, loft and basement. So there is plenty of room to expand.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NA


CHALLENGE #BnS91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID: Mannanna
ORIGIN ID: Mannanna
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/AFDB326138E711E88753F880C0D922AF?category=all&searchtype=item_name&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=basegame%20brownie&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2500
LOT NAME: Riverside Roost in Willow Creek
BUILD COST: $70,501 That is the gallery price, I assume because I have in game painted pictures.
TOTAL COST: $74,943 when placed
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/UVIGA
ENTRY DETAILS: Not much to say, a basic house with base game items only.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please!


Sim Challenge


SIM ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE BnS91 - Back to Basics
Forum ID: EuphorialQueen
Origin ID: EuphorialQueen
Level: Expert
Household: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/C12873CD2EBA11E8890EDE15B984DA1F
Link To Entry Slideshow: http://ts3cc.canadian-forum.com/t1627p375-adventures-in-cas-eqcreations#74636
Entry Details: Jules and Aggie Blanders are raising two children and hoping for more. Their family has outgrown their Simsfield home and they are looking for a new place to live. Nothing fancy ... just somewhere comfortable. Original by #EQCreations #BnS91 #BaseGame #NoCC
Aggie (YA) - Friendly, Family Oriented and Creative
Jules (YA) - Ambitious, Book Lover and Active
Jinx (Teen) - Music Lover and Gloomy
Graden (Child) - Active
Constructive Criticism: Yes Please
Credit For CC/Recolors: Zero CC


BNS 91 SIM ENTRY:
FORUM ID: CaramelLibra29
ORIGIN ID: CaramelLibra29
LEVEL: Expert
HOUSEHOLD: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/DFF3570A35FD11E88DB34B57E267D701?category=all&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=CaramelLibra29&max=50&maxis=false
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/QTamM
ENTRY DETAILS:Sienna and Quinton met in college. Despite chasing their Dream careers as a Wall Street trader and personal trainer, they've managed to create a beautiful, love filled life and family with each other. Their eldest son Quinton Jr. longs to be the next Kevin Hart and little Quincy charms the snacks out of all of the teachers @ his daycare.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None


Room Challenge


Challenge #91 - Back to Basics
Forum ID: @EuphorialQueen
Origin ID: @EuphorialQueen
Level: Expert
Gallery Link: Porc Du Jour BnS91 List price §14,062
https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/5674981F2EA511E885E1DE15B984DA1F
Link to Entry Slideshow: http://ts3cc.canadian-forum.com/t1681p300-eqcreations-sims-4-properties-rooms#74623
Entry Details: Porc Du Jour Gourmet Kitchen created for #BnS91 Original by #EQCreations #BaseGame #NoCC Whip up a gourmet meal for family or guests under the watchful eye of Porc Du Jour. Maybe not pork though ... ahem.
Constructive Criticism: Yes Please
Credit for CC/Recolors: Base Game Only Zero CC


CHALLENGE #91 - Back to Basics
FORUM ID & ORIGIN ID: kilra0
LEVEL: Expert
ROOM: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/B5B6E19A32B311E8873B650268EC9136
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/NVekm
ENTRY DETAILS: nothing much to say about it... it's blue and white
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: nocc


Results


Starting Out -:
Comments
1st Place: @MsLeo
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @SoulGal7
2nd Place: @jhgkjhgkjh
3rd Place: @FidgetyAtom and @lisabee2
Sim Challenge: @TresaofPern
Room Challenge: @Valuzza90

Expert -:
Comments
1st Place: @gmcrozier
2nd Place: @Kementari
3rd Place: @mannanna and @pronterus
Sim Challenge: @CaramelLibra29
Room Challenge: @kilra0

#BnS95 - We Need Some Space

Entry List (continued)


Expert (continued)


FORUM LINK: https://forums.thesims.com/en_us/discussion/comment/16502906/#Comment_16502906
FORUM ID:glen1974
ORIGIN ID:glen1974
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: 'Things To Come' https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/D4CA1A33645511E8866053122EDD2A5B?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=things to come&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2000
LOT NAME: Sandtrap Flat in Oasis Springs
BUILD COST:$420,063
TOTAL COST: $422,063
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/DsGFZRz
ENTRY DETAILS: The name 'Things To Come' is taken from a 1930's sci-fi movie. This name will tell your Sims of what life will be like living on other worlds.
The structure is modular based on 3 inter connecting pods of various sizes. They are designed as pods as this will be much easier transporting through space and they can safely touch down on the surface of the planet with minimum assembly or construction required. The first pod is the smallest and is the entrance for your intrepid Sims. There are lockers provided to hang space suits, helmets and rocket boots. A sink and hand sanitizer are provided to aid the decontamination process.
Entering the second larger pod I changed the style to be more industrial. Lots of metal is used , the lighting is darker and lots of pipes and machines are seen. I have also included lots of CCTV cameras through out primarily for the safety of the astronauts in case there is a breach of security and something else comes on board....I have also included fire extinguishers throughout and sprinkler systems are installed. The second pod has direct view down into the basement living areas for the crew as seen in the photos. There is also a door leading to the water processing tower. (Water is obtained through the various rock formations on the planet).
Going into the 3rd and largest pod you enter a laboratory and the same dark colour scheme continues. I included an enlarged specimen jar and my phots show a Sim/Alien hybrid clone growing within- nothing can go wrong right? There are 2 sets of stairs in the lab. Going up leads to the self contained medical bay- it can be easily quarantined in the event of an emergency. Here I went for a clinical look and feel and chose a harsh white colour scheme. Stairs going down lead into the living quarters for the crew.
The living quarter contains a gym area, a self contained greenhouse , a crew social room sleeping and toilet/shower quarters and a kitchen. I included 2 bedrooms each holding 3 beds. There is a communal shower room and 3 separate toilet facilities. The décor in all of the living quarter is minimal and practical. The only real colours come through in the living room area and a splash in each of the bedrooms. Colour also is found in the centre of the room in the collection of alien plant life and crystals.
The exterior of the pod units is clad in metal sheets, the roof of the largest pod is a golden colour to harvest the suns rays to power the facility and there are lots of air vents and units used throughout.
Really I have enjoyed this challenge as it was completely alien to me All the entries are out of this world good luck to everyone taking part!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please especially as this is my first entry at Expert.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
TWITTER TAG: https://twitter.com/glen_mcnally


FORUM LINK: https://forums.thesims.com/en_us/discussion/comment/16503194/#Comment_16503194
FORUM ID: PV13
ORIGIN ID: Lyrens35
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/9075F962645C11E8840159B32C46482C?category=all&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=bns95&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST:2,500 §
LOT NAME: Windenburg – Harbour Quarter Gym Lot
BUILD COST:497,338 §
TOTAL COST: 499,838 §
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/hXpIoLr
ENTRY DETAILS:
We Need Some Space
Build a Mars Habitat Simulation for astronauts and scientists. I decided to make it a Simulation Dome – for testing the layout of the habitat and making sure that the atmospheric technical stuff would sustain the inhabitants, when placed on Mars.
Layout: The dome itself takes up the entire space of the lot. Three stories high, covered all in glass. Inside the dome there are 6 mission crew barracks, one for each crew member. Each crew member has their own area of expertise, and these are reflected in the sleeping quarters. Technically, all sleeping quarters are furnished exactly the same (space military SSA style), but with different bits and bobs connected to the traits, careers and hobbies of the Sim living there.
The barracks are all above ground. Underground, you’ll find the common areas, such as a common room, mess hall, toilettes etc., as well as the science labs and other rooms related to the area of expertise of the Sims.
The sleeping quarters are wisely placed. Via the stairs placed in their sleeping quarter, a Sim can go directly underground and will immediately find themselves next to the area that meets the needs or holds the equipment suited for that particular Sim’s traits or expertise. For instance, the doctor’s sleeping quarter is placed directly above the medical bay.
The underground level is divided into four main areas, almost like three rings surrounding a core. The outermost ring area is the utilities ring, where all life support/atmospheric/tech stuff is located. Next ring contains the labs and work space for carrying out scientific analysis and tactical, medical, and physical tasks. Then there’s a hallway connecting all the work spaces with the core. The core is the main living area, and includes mess hall and common room, fully equipped with leisure, activities and entertainment items.
SSA Mars Habitat Mission Crew
SSA Captain: Jock Nebula
SSA Chief Medical Officer: Doctor Xeno
SSA ITEM Officer: Wizz Drive
SSA Culinary Officer: Cookie Doe
Lead Scientist: Dr. Petri Deesh
Scientist: Botanic PhD Student Iris Bloom
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A – No CC


Sim Challenge


FORUM LINK: https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16501464/#Comment_16501464
FORUM ID:VagueNightmare
ORIGIN ID:FailureCloud
LEVEL: Expert
HOUSEHOLD: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/A5F74DF763C811E8849C11D77608EF1A?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=FailureCloud&max=50&maxis=false
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/f5Sj2Hy
ENTRY DETAILS: *Puts on best 60's announcer voice again* Meet the Space Cadets, this rag tag team has been thrust into the bleak barren wasteland that is mars, but fear not! Though this group may be odd each cadet has their own set of skills and as a team the will conquer the alien planet known as Mars!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
TWITTER TAG: https://twitter.com/FailureCloud
FACEBOOK PROFILE: N/A
TUMBLR LINK: N/A


Results


Starting Out -:
Comments: N/A
1st Place: N/A
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @maryjane2joe
2nd Place: @Pallystyle
3rd Place: @Cebu2cool
Sim Challenge: @4Sanne
Room Challenge: N/A

Expert -:
Comments
1st Place: @gmcrozier
2nd Place: @trashdo
3rd Place: @linday and @kilra0
Sim Challenge: @VagueNightmare
Room Challenge: N/A

#BnS105 - Life After Life

Entry List (continued)


Established (continued)


Sim Challenge (continued)


https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16779921/#Comment_16779921
FORUM ID: SimsIslandheart
ORIGIN ID: SimsIslandheart
LEVEL: Established
HOUSEHOLD: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/12A630E5CD6811E88837526B46B29011?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=SimsIslandheart&max=50&maxis=false
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://islandheartstudio.com/2018/10/15/bns105-life-after-life-sim/
ENTRY DETAILS: Seth is the kind of guy who seems to know everyone, but no one really seems to know him that well. He’s been around a while, but when the topic of his age comes up, he deftly deflects with a quip about being “old enough,” and lets his surname do the rest of the talking for him. He’s become a bit of a Snob over the years, mostly from becoming well-versed in what lasts and what doesn’t.
Seth’s had a long time to refine his skills, but he’s come to realize that many get rusty when they’re not used often. His impressive collection of books in his library has ensured that his knowledge can always be replenished, but sometimes, just putting in the work is what it takes. He was once skilled in several instruments, as well as singing, but when his fingers and voice got out of practice, he decided to refocus on the ones he loved most, the pipe organ, piano, and violin. His personal pipe organ is his most treasured instrument, while he uses his love of piano as an excuse to get out of the house and visit some nightclubs – the patrons are always delighted by his playing and are interested in striking up a conversation. The nightclub scene led to interests in art, dancing, and mixology, which he’s incorporated into his home life.
Despite all of these interests, Seth remains a Loner at heart, and he maintains a Neat aspect in both his personal attire and his home. You won’t find stray drinking glasses or out-of-place books if you’re one of the few he invites in for his exclusive gatherings. Despite his rather youthful appearance, Seth has achieved more things than most people, and as a result, he’s become more fond of entertaining and being entertained than anything else. He's starting to aspire to be a Party Animal, and he wants to throw the best parties in town.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Any
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
TWITTER TAG: @IslandheartArt
FACEBOOK PROFILE: Islandheart Studio
TUMBLR LINK: N/A


https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16782029/#Comment_16782029
FORUM ID: SimTresa
ORIGIN ID: TresaofPern
LEVEL: Established
HOUSEHOLD: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/8B27BE80D19311E886FEADD8C8E84D99
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/XbpHild
ENTRY DETAILS:
Seth Fargough has lived many places during his long life, and taken many identities. When asked where he was born, he will mention growing up in Egypt, but refuses to offer any further details. Family is another topic Seth doesn't like to discuss though he keeps portraits of several relatives around. When pressed, he admits to having participated in wars, but won't say which.
Though in recent years he has come to love his privacy, inviting only a select few into his home on his own terms, Seth once thrived on chaos, enjoying crowds and activity. He once led a cult, but when their hideout was raided, Seth disappeared and left that life behind him, reinventing himself yet again as an eccentric loner with a love of art and antiques.
(Chaos, war, and cults are all references to the Egyptian god Seth/Set/Setesh)
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None
FACEBOOK PROFILE: www.facebook.com/cindy.cherry1


https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16782827/#Comment_16782827
FORUM ID: Green_Girly100
ORIGIN ID: Green_Girly100
LEVEL: Intermediate for sims
HOUSEHOLD: https://bit.ly/2P3Kzbx
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://green-girl100.tumblr.com/post/179145643622
ENTRY DETAILS: Seth Penrose of Wolfsblane Mausoleum
Distinguished gentleman and vampire, Seth very much enjoys hosting artsy soiree’s, with the right sort of people of course.No CC
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes Please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
TWITTER TAG:@Green_Girl100
FACEBOOK PROFILE:
TUMBLR LINK: @Green_Girl100



https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16784191/#Comment_16784191
FORUM ID: 13Vader
ORIGIN ID: 13Vader
LEVEL: Established
HOUSEHOLD: Mr Seth
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Mr Seth
ENTRY DETAILS: Mr Seth is a little snob, but he's also a charmer and a scholar. He wants to become a master vampire so he likes to organize gatherings with his club of vampires to grow as a vampire and fulfill his aspiration (they like to invite some humans too as snacks). He can dance, DJ and play the pipe organ. He likes his privacy and quality things around him.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
TWITTER TAG: @13Vader_
TUMBLR LINK: 13Vadersims


Room Challenge


https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16776750/#Comment_16776750
FORUM ID: iampes23
ORIGIN ID: iampes23
LEVEL: Established
ROOM: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/6891BA20CD6111E8876B77C0F1EC7B3C?category=all&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=BnS105&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: $38,780
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/XZDI5Wl
ENTRY DETAILS: A dining room or a torture chamber...this entertainment room has everything one needs to scare the pants off their guests as well as allow them to enjoy their creepier tendencies! Take a closer look! Warning: I am not in any way responsible for any nightmares stemming from the touring or use of this room! Happy Halloween!!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: no cc


https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16780187/#Comment_16780187
FORUM ID: SimsIslandheart
ORIGIN ID: SimsIslandheart
LEVEL: Established
ROOM: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/15390153CDB211E88C92B573E4FD424D?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=SimsIslandheart&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: $49,283
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://islandheartstudio.com/2018/10/15/bns105-life-after-life-room/
ENTRY DETAILS: At approximately 14×15 squares and $49,283, this irregularly-shaped entertainment room is an affordable, yet unique, addition to a sim’s home. Some say there’s a hidden message or theme in the room’s design, but visitors are still puzzling over the secret. This space fully accommodates dining, dancing, drinking, relaxing in front of a TV, music, literature, and quiet entertainment. #NoCC #MOO
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Any
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC, No Mods
TWITTER TAG: @IslandheartArt
FACEBOOK PROFILE: Islandheart Studio
TUMBLR LINK: N/A


https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16784206/#Comment_16784206
FORUM ID: 13Vader
ORIGIN ID: 13Vader
LEVEL: Established.
ROOM: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/705E73BED2C511E88531526B46B29011?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=13Vader&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: §37.500
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/9tBNw2G
ENTRY DETAILS: This is a big and open room with nice decorations and comfy furtniture. There's a bar, a pipe organ for the lovers of classic music and a DJ booth for some upbeat and dance music. For the lover of quieter entertainment we have a chess table and a bookshelf... Wait! no, don't try to get a book there as it is the secret entrance to Mr Seth private quarters.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
TWITTER TAG: 13Vader_
TUMBLR LINK: 13Vadersims


Expert


https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16782827/#Comment_16782827
FORUM ID: Green_Girly100
ORIGIN ID: Green_Girly100
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://bit.ly/2P3Kzbx
LOT COST: 2,000
LOT NAME: Wolfsblane Mausoleum
GALLERY COST: 147,751
TOTAL COST: 149,751
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://green-girl100.tumblr.com/post/179145264637/
ENTRY DETAILS: A small, but luxurious, subterranean castle, perfect for the discerning vampire. With the entrance hidden within Wolfsblane Mausoleum in Forgotten Hollow, your Vampire sims can be guaranteed a sun free residence.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
TWITTER TAG: @Green_Girl100
FACEBOOK PROFILE:
TUMBLR LINK: http://green-girl100.tumblr.com


Sim Challenge


https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/16797130/#Comment_16797130
FORUM ID: CaramelLibra29
ORIGIN ID: CaramelLibra29
LEVEL: Expert
HOUSEHOLD: https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/9EB9A2BBD7FC11E888CD6995527B6279?category=all&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=bns105&max=50&maxis=false
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/gallery/fSGXIor
ENTRY DETAILS: Mr.Seth has finally made it to Grand Master! He is also now a member of The Simternational Grand Master Club. Which includes monthly meetings and hosting the GRAND Vampire Ball...Seth hopes to one day become the President...if the current one ever dies.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
TWITTER TAG: CaramelLibra29


Results


Starting Out -:
Comments
1st Place: @psykt

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @13Vader
2nd Place: @RachelShennan
3rd Place: @sawdust and @SimTresa
4th Place: @FidgetyAtom
Sim Challenge: @13Vader
Room Challenge: @SimsIslandheart

Expert -:
Comments
1st Place: @Green_Girly100
Sim Challenge: @CaramelLibra29

#BnS117 - The Hawthorne Project - Part IX (continued)

Entry List (continued)


Established (continued)


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 – The Hawthorne Project (Phase IX)
FORUM ID: SheriGR
ORIGIN ID: SheriGR
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Stay at Home Mom
LOT NAME: Built on: Cookout Lookout 30x20 lot, $2,000 (Newcrest) https://imgur.com/gallery/kxwua1P
LOT COST: $2,000
GALLERY COST: $42,965
TOTAL COST: $44,965
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/gallery/kxwua1P
ENTRY DETAILS: This home was designed for Dayana, a single mom looking to work from home & be with her young children. Dayana’s dream home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a washer/dryer/clothesline, guitar, bookshelf, painting easel, punching bag, chess table, several harvestable garden plant areas (2 indoor and one outdoor), and a swing set and bench in the back yard per Dayna’s request.
Upon consideration of her needs and desire to stay at home with her young children, additional features that will help her in this goal are indoor and outdoor harvestable plants for cooking and income, a studio with a flower-arranging table and live multi-flower plants for her use so she can join the gardener career and work from home making flower arrangements for sale. In the future, when the children are all in school she can even open a florist shop and sell her arrangements, produce, and gourmet dishes there!
Additional features that Dayana and her children can enjoy are treehouse playhouse (with stair railings since Dayana would worry otherwise!) a fenced back yard and gate on the large front porch for toddler safety; sunroom with a punching bag, chess table, and indoor plants for year-around use; a skylight in the kitchen, a fireplace, grill & picnic table, TV, computer, & more!
It features the ‘Great Soil’, ‘Home Studio’, and ‘Homey’ lot traits.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Any
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC, No Mods. Pictures by: #jasna98 #juwels64 #Super_Love_Sims #Roseymow #SimDels #Mandykay77 #AnnaVelannA #simsationaltoo #AlJay2000
TWITTER TAG: @SheriGr
FACEBOOK PROFILE: N/A
TUMBLR LINK: N/A


CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: SimsIslandheart
ORIGIN ID: SimsIslandheart
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Restarter Family Home
LOT COST: $2000
LOT NAME: Fledermaus Bend (Forgotten Hollow) https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/FB9DC0FC645B11E98C9F048C513C46C4?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=SimsIslandheart&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: $42,842
TOTAL COST: $44,842
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: BnS117 - Restarter Family Home by SimsIslandheart https://imgur.com/gallery/GCmydvu
ENTRY DETAILS: This 3 bed, 2 bath home is a great place to restart a life and raise a family in peace and quiet, away from the danger and trials of their previous life. This home is designed to help all of Dayana's wishes come true, and then some. #MOO #NoCC #PlayTested
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Any
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC, MOO
TWITTER TAG: @IslandheartArt
FACEBOOK PROFILE: N/A
TUMBLR LINK: N/A


Room Challenge


ROOM ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: iampes23
ORIGIN ID: iampes23
LEVEL: Established
ROOM: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/14A33F5C5EFF11E980B1048C513C46C4?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=iampes23&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: $6,607
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/e76hMdC
ENTRY DETAILS: Just a plain room for two little girls whose parents can't afford to spend a ton of money.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC


CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: SimsIslandheart
ORIGIN ID: SimsIslandheart
LEVEL: Established
ROOM: Restarter Children's Room https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/8C7D76C1652611E9891626975FCF53D6?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=SimsIslandheart&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: $3,259
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: BnS117 - Restarter Children's Room by SimsIslandheart https://imgur.com/gallery/9MNK1gV
ENTRY DETAILS: This cozy children's bedroom is a perfect fit on a budget for ensuring two children are healthy and happy, while giving them everything they need to succeed. #MOO #NoCC #PlayTested
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Any
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC, MOO
TWITTER TAG: @IslandheartArt
FACEBOOK PROFILE: N/A
TUMBLR LINK: N/A


Expert


CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: pronterus
ORIGIN ID: pronterus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Lemonade Summers https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/B6CBD30061D811E98E33795DCB646EBF
LOT COST: 2,000
LOT NAME: Cookout Lookout - Newcrest
GALLERY COST: 42,996
TOTAL COST: 44,996
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: HERE https://imgur.com/a/gT1mXt3
ENTRY DETAILS: The Lilard Family will definitely enjoy staying in Lemonade Summers, which draws inspiration from tropical colonial architecture. Named after colors that remind people of lemonade and summer, this house boasts a well-appointed master bedroom with ensuite, two children's rooms, an open-plan kitchen and living area, a rear porch, and a backyard with full use of space. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet, a home office, a reading nook, and just enough space to fit in a treadmill. The eat-in kitchen is decorated with colors that the Lilard girls like, and it's right next to a gaming table, where the whole family can have fun. The living area includes a play nook and a painting nook. Outside, the Lilards can grow veggies in their vegetable garden and do the laundry on the porch, which faces the monkey bars area. The whole back yard is shaded by two large trees, with one decorated with lanterns, and underneath that is Dayana's special reading place outdoors.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: AlJay
ORIGIN ID: AlJay2000
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Happily Ever After https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/45432CE861E411E982E17E6A61392AEA
LOT COST: $2000.00
LOT NAME: Asphalt Abodes in Newcrest
GALLERY COST: $42,984.00
TOTAL COST: $44,984.00
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/lznO9WU
ENTRY DETAILS: This contemporary style home was built in the new development of Newcrest. It has an open concept floor plan which makes it easy for Dayana to keep an eye on her kids. The back yard is full of fun activities that the whole family will enjoy (well, maybe not the laundry) and the girls have all sorts of new toys in their room to keep them busy. On a side note, I would totally live here :)
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: All the custom artwork was created by myself


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID:Mannanna
ORIGIN ID:Mannanna
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Auburn https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/124383D566CC11E989606B74343DD635?category=all&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=BnS117&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2000
LOT NAME: Cookout Lookout in Newcrest
GALLERY COST: 42,721
TOTAL COST: True cost - 44,986
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Auburn- https://imgur.com/a/3CJFOXl
ENTRY DETAILS: This house is move in-ready for Dayane and her children and has a lot of potential to grow with the family as they grow and their needs change.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS:Pictures ( NoCC ) by Mandykay 77


Master


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: faithofkaela
ORIGIN ID: faithofkaela
LEVEL: Master
LOT: MidCentury Family Home https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/3B8AFED261CF11E988A226975FCF53D6
LOT COST: §2,000
LOT NAME: Sandtrap Flats
GALLERY COST: §42,988
TOTAL COST: §44,988
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Imgur Link https://imgur.com/a/iOMnn4B
ENTRY DETAILS: I created Dayana and her family a small MidCentury Modern style home in the backwaters of
Oasis Creek, figuring her husband would struggle to find them out there. The home is compact, but houses four separate bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The open plan living space does include a dining area, separate to the kitchen, as I could afford to give the family a little extra space. The back yard is fully enclosed and Dayana has a full view of the play area from her bedroom and the kitchen. I included a couple of shots of the family enjoying heir new space, but there are a couple of things that changed in the final edit, so please do not consider these in your judging.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Always!!!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None
TWITTER TAG: @faithkaela
FACEBOOK PROFILE: Faith Kaela
TUMBLR LINK: Faith of Kaela


CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: kittkat7147
ORIGIN ID: kittkat7147
LEVEL: Master
LOT: Hawthorne Bungalow
LOT COST: 1,500
LOT NAME: Free Spirit's Cottage am See https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/797179E3638211E98DE76B74343DD635?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=kittkat7147&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: 43,500
TOTAL COST: 45,000
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/EygdJhb
ENTRY DETAILS: Just a little craftsman bungalow for the Lilard family :) I love the setting in Windenburg - very private with scenic beauty all around. The Lilards will love growing up in their new home.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS:N/A
TWITTER TAG: @kittkat7147
FACEBOOK PROFILE: https://www.facebook.com/kitkats.simporium
TUMBLR LINK: http://kitkatssimporium.tumblr.com/


BUILD ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 -HAWTHORNE PROJECT IX-
FORUM ID: 13Vader
ORIGIN ID: 13Vader
LEVEL: Master
LOT: "Good Riddance" https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/F2F543CA63BF11E9854D795DCB646EBF?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=13Vader&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: § 2.000
LOT NAME: Sporting Space
GALLERY COST: § 43.000
TOTAL COST: § 45.000
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: BnS 117 HAWTHORNE PROJECT IX "Good Riddance" https://imgur.com/a/zT5XIfd
ENTRY DETAILS: The Lilard family will enjoy their new house once their abusive husband/father is out of the picture. Dayana will be able to take care of her kids in this affordable home while she tries to find a way to provide for them
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
TWITTER TAG: https://twitter.com/13Vader_
TUMBLR LINK: https://13vadersims.tumblr.com/


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: gmcrozier
ORIGIN ID: gmcrozier
LEVEL: Master
LOT: 423 Lilard Lane https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/89BFB3F0664E11E9810C26975FCF53D6?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=gmcrozier&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 1,500
LOT NAME: Streamlet Single, Willow Creek
GALLERY COST: 43,461
TOTAL COST: 44,961
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/63XpYY1
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None
FACEBOOK PROFILE: https://www.facebook.com/glenn.crozier.7


Results


Starting Out
Comments
1st Place: @Devilariah
Room Challenge: @Devilariah
Sim Challenge: N/A


Established
Comments
1st Place: @Allears
2nd Place: @swcheppes
3rd Place: @SheriGR
Room Challenge: @SimsIslandheart
Sim Challenge: N/A


Expert
Comments
1st Place: @AlJay
Room Challenge: N/A
Sim Challenge: N/A


Master
Comments
1st Place: @13Vader
Room Challenge: N/A
Sim Challenge: N/A

#BnS152 - Home Sweet Office

The deadline for this challenge is 31 August 2021

Your latest clients barely wait for Karl to open the door before striding past, looking sleekly sophisticated and confident in their matching suits.

“We apologise for barging in, but we’re in a hurry, we need to be at court in an hour,” the one on the right says, impatiently smoothing down a lock of unruly hair.

“I understand. Mr. Lau, isn’t it? What can I do for you?” You ask at his brisk nod.

“We have a list of our needs,” the other attorney, who must be Adil Bailey, says, unfolding a sheet of paper.

“Thank you, but I’d like to hear from you exactly what you’re looking for,” you say.

“We’re getting married, and want to start our own law office together rather than continue to work at separate law offices. We also need to combine our households. We only have enough simoleons for one lot, Justin Lau explains.

Mr. Bailey nods. “That’s why we want a law office with living quarters upstairs, to save on money.. The office portion needs to have at least two offices, a restroom, conference room, and waiting room. A kitchenette would be convenient but not necessary if it can’t be done.”

“Upstairs, we’d like one or two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a great room,” Justin adds. “Keep the landscaping simple, please, we don’t have much time for yard work.”

You nod, making notes of everything. “What’s the budget?”

“Will 100,000 do?”

“It should. Do you have any color or design preferences?”

“Bold colors, with lots of wood and leather,” Mr. Lawson replies before Mr. Bailey can open his mouth.

“The rest we leave in your very capable hands,” Mr. Bailey says.

“Thank you for the vote of confidence. I think we can have your new office and home ready in one month,” you say, standing to shake hands.

“Good It’ll be nice not to have to worry about a commute,” Mr. Lau says just as his phone rings. He pulls it out to answer even as he turns to leave.

Mr. Bailey only has time for a quick wave and apologetic glance before he too is on his phone.


THE BRIEF


The budget is 100,000
Lot size: 30x20
The office space on the main level must have two offices.
Must have a restroom (or two)
Must include a reception and waiting area.
Optional kitchenette.
The house:
At least one bedroom and bathroom.
Must have a great room - kitchen/living/dining combination.

Sim Challenge

Create Justin Lau and Adil Bailey and show them in their home/office. You can pick all their traits, likes and dislikes. Be sure to show all their outfits.

Room Challenge

Budget: 10k
Build the office reception and waiting area.
Remember to include the entirety of the hashtag #bns152 or your entry will not be judged!


Entry List


Starting Out


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM (please copy and paste into your entry post)
CHALLENGE #152 – Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: tatselk
ORIGIN ID: tatselk
LEVEL: Starting Out
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Beech Byway
NEW LOT LINK: Lau-Bailey House (https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/860BC6EAF75311EB8FE8C0B26CC30691)
LOT COST: § 2,000
GALLERY COST: § 97,792
TOTAL COST: § 99,792
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://tatselksism.tumblr.com/post/659452749287686144/lau-bailey-house
ENTRY DETAILS:
For the office part of the house, I went for a sleek modern cosmolux style to make it look more professional.
For the residential part of the house, I decided to decorate it in MCM-style. This is so that the décor is in line with the clients’ design preference of using bold colors, with lots of wood and leather.
To ensure a smooth visual transition between the office and residential parts of the house, I used a orange/green colour scheme throughout the house.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
TWITTER TAG: N/A
FACEBOOK PROFILE: N/A
TUMBLR LINK: https://tatselksism.tumblr.com/


Established


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE – 152: Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: @icanhasims
ORIGIN ID: icanhassims
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Preeminent Domain in Magnolia Promenade
NEW LOT LINK: Office/Loft Combo https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2F1F9FE07F012911EC8C39EA3E90C3E6E0
LOT COST: 3000
GALLERY COST: 85,437
TOTAL COST: 88,437
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://icanhassims.weebly.com/152-home-sweet-office.html
ENTRY DETAILS: This office/loft combo is perfect for the professional sim(s) who is busy taking care of business with the convenience of living on the same property. Considering their busy schedule, landscaping consists of easy to manage décor, leaving wildflowers, wild lavender, and low maintenance fountains. The office half has two personal offices, reception area, bathrooms, and conference room/kitchenette. The loft has a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room, reading area, and BBQ area outside.
Because of the size and orientation of the lot, I really wanted to elongate the building to better fit it. So, I decided to create a loft with the bedroom and bathroom above the office side of the building with the rest of the loft built back behind it. I also basically created a two-sided building with each end of the lot having their own entryway and décor.
I took into consideration the clients’ desire for bold colors, and including a lot of leather and wood. Both the office space and loft area abound with color, different hues helping differentiate between the various rooms. I focused in on the loft to present more leather furniture, though both sides have plenty of wood furniture as well.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure!


CHALLENGE BnS #152 – Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: MaryKup
ORIGIN ID: Marykup
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Home Sweet Office
NEW LOT LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/70EBF51301E911EC846B2E638F0580EA?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Marykup&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2000
GALLERY COST: 79930
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW https://imgur.com/a/5vf5YVS
Two story office/apartment home for young up-and-coming professionals. Easy to take care of yard for those who don't have time to garden. Two offices/law library/kitchenette/bath downstairs. Two bedrooms, full bath, laundry and open concept living area upstairs. Artwork provided by #Catatron16, #Gamerwindy, #Aljay2000, #mnewi1103.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Of course.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Artwork provided by #Catatron16, #Gamerwindy, #Aljay2000, #mnewi1103.


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #152 - Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: KitelDesigns
ORIGIN ID: Kiteldesigns
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Asphalt Abodes
NEW LOT LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/29777B13F4D411EB8689A46954E8DEB9?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=KitelDesigns&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2,000
GALLERY COST: $97466
TOTAL COST: $997466
CC- None, Gallery Art by #Thesims4Ame #MrsBarbiex3 #Team88byMPKG #Samie40 #reginamh1230
Constructive Criticism- Yes please
Link to NEW ENTRY- https://imgur.com/a/TJxibiA
This older brownstone rowhouse has all the charm of these vintage homes have to offer. The first floor has been converted into a large formal office building. Most of the upper floors have been converted into apartments, instead of a full home. While most are in the process of being modernized, one of the apartments is still holding the rustic charm of the past. (Please note, i have done 2 versions of this, one with just the office and their apartment decorated that i am submitting here, and then completed all the apartments, which i am not submitting here, but is in the gallery).


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #152 - Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: pammiechick
ORIGIN ID: pammiechick
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Preeminent Domain
NEW LOT LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/B184B5240A0D11EC8F0B19BFEC232A3C?category=lots&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=pammiechick&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $3,000
GALLERY COST: $96,993
TOTAL COST: $99,993
CC- None
Constructive Criticism- Sure
Link to NEW ENTRY-https://imgur.com/gallery/NV2vNZf


Sim Challenge


SIM ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE – 151: Engaged Lawyer Couple
FORUM ID: @icanhassims
ORIGIN ID: icanhassims
LEVEL: Established
HOUSEHOLD: Lawyerly Couple https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2FB3ECB26DFFD611EB8EA9047BDC94C7FE
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://icanhassims.weebly.com/152-home-sweet-office.html
ENTRY DETAILS: Justin & Adil have just gotten engaged! As long as they're merging households, they decided to merge their legal practices as well. Adil is a bit more outspoken & Self Absorbed than Justin, who tends to be more proper and gentler. In some ways they may seem like opposites, but in the end, they share the same life goals, primarily to become as rich as possible so that they can enjoy their hobbies outside of work.
I envision Adil as being an arrogant individual while Justin is always politely apologizing for him behind his back as they leave.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure!


Room Challenge


ROOM ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE – 15: Reception and Waiting Room
FORUM ID: @icanhassims
ORIGIN ID: icanhassims
LEVEL: Established
ROOM: Reception Area https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2F8E867A92009A11EC8A6619BFEC232A3C
GALLERY COST: 9,976
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://icanhassims.weebly.com/152-home-sweet-office.html
ENTRY DETAILS: A bright and simple reception area for an office.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure!


Expert


CHALLENGE #152 - Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: Jazmi1396
ORIGIN ID: Jazmi1396
LEVEL: Expert
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Movers & Shakers in Willow Creek
GALLERY NAME: Home Sweet Office (BG)
GALLERY LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/F0FC47DFFD1C11EB8142047BDC94C7FE?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Jazmi1396&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $4,000
GALLERY COST: $95,971
TOTAL COST: $99,971
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/MdSqs7T
ENTRY DETAILS: This beautiful business lot is easily accessible and there are two Spa on the adjacent lots. Therefore, it is quiet and peaceful at night, so it is also suitable for an apartment. It also has a nice view of the water. On the lower level I used more serious dark colors plus red, and upstairs in the comfortable home orange and green are the predominant colors. Whith the 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms this home will suit them for a long time. I hope Justin and Adil will have a good time here. I used basegame only for this challenge.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Arts by Mnewi1103 Aljay2000 Catatron16 and Juwels64


CHALLENGE BnS #152 – Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: abelhinha35
ORIGIN ID: Issabella14
LEVEL: Expert
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Home Sweet Office
GALLERY: Link https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2F3BABFC41042111EC8BB019BFEC232A3C%3F
LOT COST: 2000
GALLERY COST: 97 991 (I didn't realize that the lot cost gets subtracted on the gallery, I am not going to change it now. Will remember next time) So, I had spare time to adjust my build with the extra 2000. Will update my build on the gallery and slide show tonight.
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/1XDMQfa
This was the build I had in mind the moment I read the brief. It is a 3 story modern industrial build, with modern rustic furnishing to compliment the build. The bold colors I used were dark blues, orange, gray and black. I also used leather and a lot of different wood tones. The ground and 1st floors is the Law Firm Offices. There is an elevator\door (with stairs), on the 1st floor to the loft, which occupies the whole 2nd and 3rd floor. This door\entrance is exclusively for Justin Lau and Adil Bailey. My motivation was to establish the Law Firm, offices, more than the loft. My opinion is that the right office environment will bring clients to the firm and intern the growth of the firm. This will enable the client to furnish the loft to their desires.


CHALLENGE BnS #152 – Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: Zita1966z
ORIGIN ID: Zita1966
LEVEL: Expert
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Vegas Law
GALLERY LINK: DL https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2FED3085AA02AE11EC836B2E2CE62140A4
LOT COST: 2000
GALLERY COST: 97822
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Having issues with Imgur so added all the images here click spoiler below and apologies for the inconvenience https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/17961678/#Comment_17961678
The attorneys are drawn to the nightlights of Sim Vegas and was thrilled to find this property in the heart of the city. Contemporary, modern and with bold wood and leather design choices, I hope they will fall in love with this property.


Master


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #152 - Home Sweet Office
FORUM ID: AlJay
ORIGIN ID:AlJay2000
LEVEL: Master
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Planet Honey Pop in San Myshuno
NEW LOT LINK: An Appealing New Home https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fen-ca%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2FF2C30F1EFAB611EB8A04AFF129554B0D
LOT COST: $15,000.00
GALLERY COST: $84,940
TOTAL COST: $99,940.00
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: BnS #152 - Home Sweet Office https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fimgur.com%2Fa%2Fihh560n
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose to spend the big bucks on a lot, giving Justin & Adil prime downtown real-estate for their Law Firm. The Office is designed with dark wood paneling on the walls and a mostly carpeted space for comfort and sound control. There are two offices, a conference room and a staff room with a kitchenette as requested. The furniture is mostly red leather but I didn't want to go too bold for a office space. I wanted the clients to feel safe and comfortable there without the distraction of a bunch of colors. The upstairs residential unit is a different story. I have designed it as more of a loft style, giving it dark hardwood floors and plastered brick walls. I used bright colors throughout the home in the furniture as well as the artwork on the walls. There are two bedrooms in the unit as well as two bathrooms. I have also given the couple a deck off the Master suite to enjoy.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: all nocc artwork was made by myself


Results


Starting Out
Comments
1st Place: @tatselk


Established
Comments
1st Place: @pammiechick
2nd Place: @icanhassims
Sim Challenge: @icanhassims
Room Challenge: @icanhassims


Expert
Comments
1st Place: @Zita1966z


Master
Comments
1st Place: @AlJay

#BnS154 - Fall Designer Showdown

The deadline for this challenge is 31 October 2021

It’s time for the Fall Designer Showdown!

This one is going to be a little bit of a puzzle - but you only get one of the pieces! You will have to design the rest yourself.

Twelve unfinished living rooms have been designed and uploaded onto the gallery. Your task is to choose one of these living rooms and design an entire house to go with it. You can place the room on any size lot in any world.

The lot with the rooms can be found by searching for Fall Designer Showdown 2021, #bns154 or #Fall2021 on the gallery.


THE BRIEF


You can change the size, shape and layout of the room.
You can change all color swatches.
You can change the size, position and number of windows and lights. The one thing you can’t change is the style of the room, so if you choose to replace something, it must be with something else of the same style. (Don't replace all furniture, keep at least one original object. This rule can be overridden by Note 2. For example, you want to do an Industrial style build but the room is empty.)
The completed house needs at least two bedrooms and one bathroom, a living room kitchen/dining, and any other spaces you decide toad, budget permitting.
Landscaping is important and must match the style of the house.
Budget: 150,000

Note 1: If your chosen style has missing objects because you don’t have the pack, don’t worry about it. Pick something of the same style to replace it.
Note 2: Storybook is a real architectural style, examples can be found here: 57 plans found! (architecturaldesigns.com)
Note 3: Boho is more about decor than architecture, so pick a style you think it will work well with.


Entry List


Starting Out


CHALLENGE #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: ellejoyner
ORIGIN ID: ellejoyner
LEVEL: Starting out?
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Fountainview Penthouse in San Myshuno
NEW LOT LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/A89875F9254411EC857B2E638F0580EA?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=ellejoyner&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $13000
GALLERY COST: $136831
TOTAL COST: $149831
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/t9kxnd1
ENTRY DETAILS: A classic industrial loft, complete with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No custom content, but NoCC artwork from the gallery is by Bibabelula45, Cocosims2205 and Catatron16. I also used T.O.O.L. and BetterBuildBuy, by TwistedMexi. As well, items from the hidden objects and debug menu were utilized.


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: xXQueenBeeXx
Origin ID: XxXQueenBeeXx
Level: Starter
Gallery: https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2F40314DE7383611EC87112E638F0580EA%3Fcategory%3Dall%26searchtype%3Ditem_name%26sortby%3Ddownloads%26time%3Dall%26searchquery%3DVictorian%2520Magic%26max%3D50%26maxis%3Dfalse
Lot Cost: 2,000
Gallery Cost: 92,168
Total Cost: 94,168
Slideshow: https://imgur.com/gallery/XUNCOKS
Entry Details: Beatrice Crumplebottom recently bought this house and gave it minor improvements. She retained it's old charm inside, although nobody remembers when the shed in the back appeared.
Constructive Criticism: Yes please!


FORUM ID: ForeverTuesday
ORIGIN ID: Mikaela1237
LEVEL: Starting Out
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: 2-5-1 Wakabamori
NEW LOT LINK (photos above bed not included): https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/E65AF827397611EC845CEA3E90C3E6E0?category=lots&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=bns154&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 14,500
GALLERY COST: 134,146 (the linked gallery upload has a different price because the "cc" photos above the bed have been replaced by a single frame to allow for me to get a gallery link. The build with the photos has also been shared on the gallery, but the "cc" in that means that I can't get a web link for it)
TOTAL COST: 148,646
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/AnGTiw7
ENTRY DETAILS: I fell in love with the Boho living room and I had a ton of fun trying to get the style right. Inspired by a picture I saw online, I decided to build a Victorian-style shell. The kitchen and dining room being divided by a chimney was actually inspired by the Victorian house I grew up in, which has this feature, and it was really fun incorporating it and continuing it downstairs to divide the living room from the hallway. I ended up using items from the original living room throughout the house because I wanted a bigger couch in the living room and the rest of the room ended up being designed around that (I'm also planning to incorporate more items into an outdoor seating area). I tried to keep the whole house cozy and fun, with rooms either being colorful or using warm neutrals. I learned a ton about the different ways Bohemian design can look while building the house, and every room was based on one or more reference photos. I think my favorite room is the parents room.
I put the house on a 50x50 lot because I had a cool idea for the landscaping where I'd surround the house with a forest and build little walking trails and different areas (gardens, sitting areas, etc.) throughout the forest. Unfortunately, I moved the house to the lot, added a bunch of trees to roughly show the idea, and then woke up the next day with no power. My power was out for almost two days, so I didn't have time to finish the landscaping (for the same reason, this house isn't playtested). Please judge the house as-is, but know that the random items outside (including 2 mailboxes) and otherwise unfinished landscaping are not intentional parts of the build. I'm hoping to finish the landscaping within the first few days of November and I'll share a new lot link and slideshow on here when I do (just for fun, not for judging).
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: The photos over the parents bed by are from the gallery, uploaded by KatyLady90, Sophisticat42, Batllia, supereb2000 and misspie03. They're not cc, but the gallery marks the photos as cc if I try to upload the lot with them.
TWITTER TAG: @starlitreader


Established


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE – 154: Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: @icanhasims
ORIGIN ID: icanhassims
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Cordelia’s Secret Cottage in Henford-on-Bagley
NEW LOT LINK: Victorian Home & Garden https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2FB475DC9E262511EC84D62E638F0580EA
LOT COST: 1,925
GALLERY COST: 136,491
TOTAL COST: 138,416
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://icanhassims.weebly.com/154-fall-designer-showdown.html
ENTRY DETAILS: I decided to go with the Queen Anne style and gear it toward a Victorian woman (Sara Wilchester) who loves to garden. There is a large greenhouse on the side of the home where Sara can garden to her heart’s delight. She can then transplant any flowers she grows to her romantic garden side yard, complete with pond inhabited by swan. The actual front of the home is to the side with a wrap-around porch to the front of the building.
There is also Victorian era entertainment available, including cross stitch, knitting, and the grand piano. In addition to the formal dining room, there is also a small nook in the kitchen for casual dining. The upstairs boasts a Grand Bathroom with large tub platform in which to soak in the views and the bubbles! The Master Bedroom and attached bath are the perfect size for a lady of the age to sit and read, prepare her clothing and make-up, and take herself in with the floor length mirror. Also, due it to being the Victorian age (if we ignore the TV and computer), there was an obsession with the paranormal at the time, and so the guest bedroom was turned into a dual purpose séance room. The guest bedroom also leads to a wrap-around balcony on the second floor.
I also created Sara Wilchester so that she could make the cross stitch hangings in the hallway near the stairs. As hostess to this viewing, she is presented cross stitching in a few photos and a display of her attributes and style are available on the slideshow webpage.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure!


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID:JojoMOMSTER
ORIGIN ID:jojoMOMSTER
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Rock Ridge Canyon
NEW LOT LINK: Old Cedar forest Cottage https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2F52D78182315911EC8B172E2CE62140A4%3Fcategory%3Dlots%26searchtype%3Dea_origin_id%26sortby%3Dnewest%26time%3Dall%26searchquery%3DjojoMOMSTER%26max%3D50%26maxis%3Dfalse
LOT COST: 4000
GALLERY COST: 83941
TOTAL COST: 8791
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: here https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fimgur.com%2Fa%2FdAyC1Cz
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose the modern living room. It reminded me of a family cottage so I decided to build a family cottage in the woods. art by: mbarnet, mnewi1103, SurfchicCreation, Takissis, tiya33. Thank you for your art.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: art by:mbarnet, mnewi1103, SurfchicCreation, Takissis, tiya33


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
Frais et charmant ~ "Fresh and Lovely
FORUM ID: Archer_Girl
ORIGIN ID: saturnspoon
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: The Summer Home - The Countryside Neighborhood - Windenburg
NEW LOT LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/D66CA4D7354211EC80212E2CE62140A4?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=saturnspoon&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 3,000
GALLERY COST: 113,478
TOTAL COST: 116,478
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/xFuZ2t0
ENTRY DETAILS:
I chose to design in the category of "French Country" for this challenge. This was indeed a challenge! I scrapped it all and started over many times in an effort to reflect this style in a very genuine way. I've built chateau-like homes in the game that were very French in the architectural style (Second Empire) and decorated with very plush and expensive furnishings. I felt that "French Country" isn't quite a Chateau but it's a combination of a few different styles and they include, "Cottage", "Farmhouse" and "Shabby-Chic". I felt the interior should have a rustic and comfortable feel, using lighter fabrics and colors, and no heavy, dark furniture. I wanted my design to have quaintness but also some finer pieces that looked as though they had been handed down in the family. Or in my mind I imagined the homeowners going to antique shops searching for special pieces and painting or refinishing some shabbier items they found. The sitting room is by far the "fanciest" in this home and I remain torn about my choices in that room. I felt the sofa should have been something more comfy. Just a classic sofa style with a linen slip cover over it and some lovely cushions. I had a sofa that sort of fit that description but the color choices just wouldn't work. It is after all the room that would most often be used to entertain, so perhaps it's okay. As for the design of the home and the exterior, I researched many photos on Google and read some design blogs and it seemed all the homes shared windows with shutters and open windows. And this seems genuine if you're in French countryside that is nearer the Mediterranean. You would want shutters to block out heat but open windows and double doors to allow a breeze when you could get it. The biggest struggle was finding the right windows and I don't know that I was completely satisfied with what I chose but I reached a point where I just had to move forward or I wasn't going to be able to enter as I'm going on vacation this week and won't be back until Nov 1st. Also, this particular home is not outfitted with many electronics or modern appliances. This is a country home and these homeowners are very busy tending their sunflowers and working in the barn on their wood crafts and floral designs. They have one small TV and a radio in the sitting room but no computers or gaming devices. It felt more authentic to avoid them.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: pammiechick
ORIGIN ID: pammiechick
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Cordelia's Secret Cottage
Gallery : Hippie Hollow Barn https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2F745324D1374F11EC8147EA3E90C3E6E0%3Fcategory%3Dlots%26searchtype%3Dea_origin_id%26sortby%3Dnewest%26time%3Dall%26searchquery%3Dpammiechick%26max%3D50%26maxis%3Dfalse
LOT COST: 2000
GALLERY COST: 96,746
TOTAL COST: 98,746
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Hippie Hollow Barn on Imgur https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fimgur.com%2Fgallery%2FhcIvi2W
ENTRY DETAILS: When Raynbow Stark was left some money from her grannie, she knew she could convert this old #barn into something #amazing . Rich in #boho accents Raynbow's creativity may have got the best of her but she doesn't care since she's a free spirit. She loves #llamas so she invested in her own--her name is Drama Llama and she lives out back next to the #shrine Raynbow made for her. #llama artwork by @rosemow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: all the beautiful llama artwork is by Rosemow


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: SimTresa
ORIGIN ID: SimTresa
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME:Lagoon Look
NEW LOT LINK: Lagoon House uses cc - no link.
LOT COST: 4,000
GALLERY COST: 95,240
TOTAL COST: 99,240
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/Vt1Dy43
ENTRY DETAILS: This beachfront house has decks and porches on three sides. The roof deck provides plenty of extra space for entertaining or just to hang out as a family. The loft can be converted into a fourth bedroom if needed. The house can also be used as a rental instead of a family home. Alexander and Lana Goth rent out the front bedroom for a little extra inicome and to share the beauty of Sulani with tourists.
Since my last Sulani build veered more toward a modern style, I wanted to try something a bit more traditional. Envisioning a simple, laid-back lifestyle for the inhabitants, I went easy on the electronics and decor. First time I've ever done beach landscaping, so sorry if it's not very good.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: A couple of items from Peacemaker's Island Living set were used. https://peacemaker-ic.tumblr.com/post/616369860529815552/island-living-buildmode-expanded-thirty-eight


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: Kiteldesigns
ORIGIN ID: Kiteldesigns
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME:Cookout lookout
NEW LOT LINK: uses cc - no link.
LOT COST: 2000
GALLERY COST: 119,688
TOTAL COST: 121688
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/OWPTnuI
Style- Storybrook
ENTRY DETAILS: This lovely little storybrook home is a one story home with a basement. This home is modest, but has plenty of room for an older couple to live peacefully. There is plenty of outdoor space, with beautifully landscaped yards to putter around in. This little peace of paradise in the woods would certainly be attractive to many. Large vaulted ceilings throughout most of the first level, making the home seem larger than it is. A modest kitchen, and bathroom for this home. Both bedrooms are fairly spacious, with plenty of room to stretch out if necessary. The basement is mostly unfinished, with food storage, a furnace room, and some workspace to work on hobbies.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: beams and cross braces are from HeyHarries Orjanics pack 1.


Expert


CHALLENGE – 154: Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: Jazmi1396
ORIGIN ID: Jazmilia
LEVEL: Expert
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Rock Ridge Canyon, Glimmerbrook
NEW LOT LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/5239DD74294911EC8BEF2E2CE62140A4?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Jazmi1396&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 4,000
GALLERY COST: 145,969
TOTAL COST: 149,969
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/0WubBwK
ENTRY DETAILS: Since this is the fall challenge, I choose the industrial style, because I love it and I can easily imagine it in fall colors. However, this time I didn’t want to build it in the usual urban environment, I imagined a lot of autumn trees around the house. It became a two-storey, 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom house surrounded by a small pond. There are also terraces and a barbecue area. The living room is quite large, here I tried the industrial style with red color. The truth is, I would love to live here too.


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: Abelhinha35
ORIGIN ID: Issabella14
LEVEL: Expert
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: 117 Kings Cres
Gallery : Link https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2FB65BFB9A340111EC8702047BDC94C7FE%3F
LOT COST: 2000
GALLERY COST: 147 959
TOTAL COST: 149 959
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Link https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fimgur.com%2Fa%2FK8cPone
ENTRY DETAILS: I used the modern living room challenge.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: two pieces of art, in the office, by: mnewi1103 (it does not show up as cc)


Master


BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #154 - Fall Designer Showdown
FORUM ID: AlJay
ORIGIN ID: AlJay2000
LEVEL: Master
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Cacti Casa in Oasis Springs
NEW LOT LINK: Mid Century Modern Family https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fen-ca%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2F73046B022ADB11EC83E87DB6A3FFB678
LOT COST: $3,500.00
GALLERY COST: $126,358.00
TOTAL COST: $129,858.00
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: BnS #154 - Fall Designer Showdown https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fimgur.com%2Fa%2FxKJr9OF
ENTRY DETAILS: I really tried to challenge myself with this one. I don't think that I have ever made a Mid Century Modern home before so I hope that I got the design concept correct. I used all the furniture that was given in the sample room throughout the house except the side table. In keeping with the fall theme I used browns, yellows, oranges and greens to decorate the house. I tried to make it look like the home was picked right out of the mid 1900's, leaving out a big screen TV and a computer. The house is designed for a family with three children, one of which is a toddler and the home is also pet friendly.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: All nocc artwork was created by myself AlJay2000


Results


Starting Out
Comments
1st Place: @ellejoyner


Established
Comments
1st Place: @pammiechick
2nd Place: @Archer_Girl


Expert
Comments
1st Place: @Jazmi1396


Master
Comments
1st Place: @AlJay