#BnS90 - East Meets WestChallenge Deadline: Wednesday 21st March 2018“I’m getting hungry!” Karl says to you, even though it is only an hour after you’ve both had lunch.
“Huh?” you respond.
“Your two o’clock appointment: they're both renowned chefs,” he winks.
You have been looking forward to meeting this husband and wife team, who are opening a new restaurant in Willow Creek. When Tiàowu Songshu and Clotilde St. Honoré walk in, you are struck by what an elegant pair they make.
“We met in Paris,” Clotilde tells you, “when Tiàowu was studying at the Cordon Bleu. I had a little
pâtisserie in Caen and had come into town for the day. I won’t say it was love at first sight, but rather love at first bite. I knew I wanted this man the moment I tasted his rice flour crêpes filled with five-spice pork!”
“And she had me the first time I tasted her
tarte Tatin,” her husband laughs.
“So what kind of restaurant are you looking to open,” you say, getting down to business.
“A pan-Asian fusion restaurant. We want to serve the best of Asia and Europe combined!” Tiàowu says enthusiastically.
“Of course, all the desserts will be French,” Clotilde inserts.
“Sounds wonderful!” you say. “What will you call it?”
Tiàowu answers, “Clotilde suggested ‘The King and Pie’, but Thai is only one of the Asian cuisines we will be referencing in the menu. So we’re open to suggestions.”
You discuss the budget and details and work out a building schedule.
“We’re eager to open up!” Clotilde tells you as the couple leaves.
“And I guarantee I’ll be your first customer!” you reply.
“Not if I get there before you do!” Karl interjects.
THE BRIEF:Lot: demolish the Blue Velvet Nightclub in Willow Creek and build on that 20 x 30 site. The cost of the lot will
not be part of the budget.
The lot may be uploaded to the gallery as either a restaurant or a generic lot, and you, therefore, do not need the Dine Out pack to enter this challenge.Architecture/Interior style: let the menu inspire your choices—a sophisticated combination of Asian and European influences!
Minimum requirements:• kitchen (counter, stove or chef station, refrigerator, dishwasher and sink)
• tables and seating for at least 10 people
• host station (create one if you don’t have Dine Out)
• clearing area (waiter’s station if uploading as a restaurant)
• 2 toilets
• customer waiting area
• waste disposal
BUDGET: §80,000 (building cost alone)
SIM CHALLENGE: Create Tiàowu Songshu and Clotilde St. Honoré. They are both young adults and have the Master Chef aspiration. Their traits are up to you. Show them in their restaurant or enjoying another night spot in your game.
Entry ListStarting OutCHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID:MsLeo
ORIGIN ID:classic1955_leo
LEVEL:Beginner
LOT: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/6A9A48402A3911E88EC1F880C0D922AF
LOT COST:N/A
LOT NAME: Blue Velvet Nightclub
BUILD COST:$54,445
TOTAL COST: N/A
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/qHx5P
ENTRY DETAILS: My first restaurant build. It's pretty simple but quite functional. Play tested and it all works well.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Listing says it is modded but it is not. I did use MOO and enlarged a few objects.
SPACE FOR PICTURES: Won't allow me post pics or link for Imgur
EstablishedBUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #BnS90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID: maryjane2joe
ORIGIN ID: 88th-BombGeek
LEVEL: Established
Gallery Link: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/6B456FA7249F11E88E7538E726CE10E3?fb_action_ids=2007027799618082&fb_action_types=simsfour:share?fb_action_ids=2007027799618082&fb_action_types=simsfour:share
LOT COST: 4000
LOT NAME: Willow Creek - The Suong Mu (Morning Mist)
BUILD COST:
TOTAL COST: 76,962
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/cZa3M
ENTRY DETAILS: I had a friend from Thailand and her name is Suong (pronounced like Sue) which she said their names have to have meaning and hers meant Morning Dew but the name also means Mist or Fog or Dewdrops.. I loved it.. so I named this restaurant after her. I hope I did ok yet all in all this was really fun build that I based it upon my memories of the many photos she used to show me of her travels in the Asian European countrysides.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID:VagueNightmare
ORIGIN ID:FailureCloud
LEVEL:Intermediate(MOO/Alt/bb.)
LOT: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/22DC56BA28E911E886AD4B57E267D701?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=FailureCloud&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 4,000
LOT NAME: The Blue Velvet Nightclub
BUILD COST:76,039
TOTAL COST: 80,039
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/yAxdq
ENTRY DETAILS: The King and Pie is an industrial-esq asian themed restaurant that brings in both the modern look of European restaurants with the pop of color inspired by asian culture that comes together for a unique look. Unique look and unique food and great atmosphere whats not to love about this restaurant?! **(the random lone counter that leads to the door to the patio area is for a waiter cleaning area, as is the podium in the waiting area. I DO NOT have Dine Out so some things will need to be changed!!!)**
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID: ShadowFairy74
ORIGIN ID: ShadowFairy74
LEVEL: Established
LOT: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/0CE9CEAA29B911E889EF650268EC9136?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=shadowfairy74&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 4000
LOT NAME: Blue Velvet
BUILD COST: 78,434
TOTAL COST: 82,434
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/eTB2e
ENTRY DETAILS: Cina Italia is an upscale, yet relaxed fine dining restaurant which offers a unique blend of Eastern Asian and Italian cuisine. The restaurant is designed with an open flow from inside to the al fresco dining area. From the stunning gardens throughout, to the impressive fountains, the beauty and allure is a sight to behold.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: none
ExpertCHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID: pronterus
ORIGIN ID: pronterus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/5F1E8483269811E8885F4B57E267D701
LOT COST: N/A (but it's 4k)
LOT NAME: Blue Velvet
BUILD COST:
TOTAL COST: 79,862
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/7i542
ENTRY DETAILS:
Converted from an old colonial home, Maison Sinigang is a Euro-Southeast Asian fusion restaurant that specializes in serving regional stews, French pastries, and other local specialties. It follows the typical colonial architectural style seen throughout many places in Southeast Asia. The restaurant has outdoor seating by the veranda as well as in the garden. The customer waiting area features a seating area with a retail area strategically placed, which sells pastries, knick-knacks, and jarred sauces for extra revenue. Sinigang is a dish that has tamarind, kangkong, pork, onions, and tomatoes, which give it a savory and sour taste. Diners can refresh themselves from the rich flavors of Southeast Asian food by having French croissants and other pastries, freshly baked in the kitchen.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID: StSciurus
ORIGIN ID: StSciurus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/44271FF2286F11E888D8650268EC9136?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=StSciurus&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: N/A (§4,000)
LOT NAME: Blue Velvet Nightclub
BUILD COST: §77,486
TOTAL COST: N/A (§81,486)
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/2JwnS
ENTRY DETAILS: For the architecture and interior, I decided to use a modern Japanese æsthetic with contrasting dark and light woods and natural stone and brick with pops of red. I also used decorative elements from various Asian cultures.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, thank you.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID: gmcrozier
ORIGIN ID: gmcrozier
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/AA730189288E11E8852638E726CE10E3?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=gmcrozier&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 4,000
LOT NAME: Blue Velvet Nightclub
BUILD COST: 77,433
TOTAL COST: 81,433
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/VWuYi
ENTRY DETAILS: EurAsian is a modern eatery fusing European and Asian cuisine. Inside you will find an explosion of bright colors that represents the explosion of flavor on your palette. Marketed towards young adults the architecture is modern, uncluttered and crisp with just a touch of Asian decor.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None
CHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID: Kementari
ORIGIN ID: Kementari1771
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/17475FE32ABE11E88BCB650268EC9136
LOT COST: NA
LOT NAME: Blue Velvet Nightclub
BUILD COST: $79704
TOTAL COST: $79704
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://simplicitysims.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/ts4-palais-de-fusion.html
ENTRY DETAILS: I tried to go with "Frenchish" architecture with hints of Asian in the decor. The front room has multiple functions. There is a bar where you can wait for your table or pop in for a esspresso and a pastry late night, a waiting area for takeout orders and display cases with all the yummy pastrys for off the street customers and the hostess station. It could easily be switched over to a retail bakery if you wanted.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NA
FORUM ID: Kittkat7147
ORIGIN ID: Kittkat7147
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/49270D392B8111E881964B57E267D701?category=all&searchtype=item_name&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Wasabi%20Bistro&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: n/a
LOT NAME: Blue Velvet Nightclub
BUILD COST: 79, 996
TOTAL COST: n/a
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/VnuIc
ENTRY DETAILS:
I knew I wanted to do a modern take on East Meets West with Asian-inspired elements rather than traditional Asian architecture. The architecture has wood siding mixed with concrete and steel. I thought the wood siding was reminiscent of traditional Japanese wooden structures . Inside, the furniture has a mix traditional western elements, such as the banquettes, and more modern modern ones like the glass tables and glass-top bar while the decorative elements have an Asian flair. There's an exhibition kitchen which means the food preparation process is part of the dining experience for patrons. In keeping with this, the food served is "Experimental" which sounded most like the Sims version of "Fusion" to me.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Of course
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: none
FORUM ID: abelhinha35
ORIGIN ID: Issabella14
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: La Zui Hao Restaurant
LOT COST: n/a
LOT NAME: Blue Velvet Nightclub
BUILD COST: 78,237
TOTAL COST: n/a
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.flickr.com/photos/149417332@N07/albums/72157664945488417
GALLERY: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/69DFFC272E0611E88052650268EC9136?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Issabella14&max=50&maxis=false
ENTRY DETAILS:
The building is more dedicated to the western builds and the inside is more eastern. The name means "The best Restaurant"
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: SHO, ignoregameplay, MOO, debug and play tested
Sim ChallengeSIM ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID: Ainsleyf
ORIGIN ID: Ainsleyfr
LEVEL: Expert
HOUSEHOLD: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/938DFC9B267C11E88D76F880C0D922AF
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/Gl4JI
ENTRY DETAILS: Lots of notes in the slideshow.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Absolutely
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
SIM ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #90 - East Meets West
FORUM ID: CaramelLibra29
ORIGIN ID: CaramelLibra29
LEVEL: Expert
HOUSEHOLD: East Meets West
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/YeAej
LINK TO GALLERY: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/5C6B57252BF811E887E4650268EC9136?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=CaramelLibra29&max=50&maxis=false
ENTRY DETAILS: Lots of notes in the slideshow.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes Please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Poses by #SakuraLeon for photos
ResultsStarting Out -:
Comments1st Place: @MsLeo
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A
Established -:
Comments1st Place: @VagueNightmare
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A
Expert -:
Comments1st Place: @KittKat7147
2nd Place: @pronterus
Sim Challenge: @Ainsleyf
Room Challenge: N/A