#BnS117 - The Hawthorne Project - Part IX
The deadline for this challenge is 24th April 2019
It has been awhile since you’ve had any applicants for the Hawthorne project, and your heart skips a beat as you spot the subject line of your next email: RE: Hawthorne Project - Please, we’re desperate!
You quickly open the message, and what you read has you ready to spring into action. This family is truly what Mrs. Emmeline Hawthorne had in mind when she started her philanthropy in the first place. You can’t believe it’s already been almost 6 months since the venerable Mrs. Hawthorne passed away. At 110 it wasn’t really so unexpected, you muse; it was just that her force of will and stage presence had made her seem larger than life and invincible. Shaking your head to clear your thoughts, you click on the email and begin to read...
Dear Hawthorne Project,
I’m sure you hear this all the time, but I really never thought I would end up in this situation. I married young, and we immediately began a family. I should have seen the signs then. How controlling he could be, how angry he would get over the slightest things. But he was so handsome, and I was in love. By the time it occurred to me what was really happening, we already had one child, and the second was on the way.
I thought that as long as his abuse was directed at me, I could take it, for the sake of the children growing up in a whole family. And I did take it. It wasn't until a few years later, when I was now pregnant with our third child, that I realized the true danger of being with him. One morning, I noticed a bruise on our oldest daughter’s arm. At first, I thought my husband had finally flipped and started in on our children, and I was FURIOUS! But when I confronted Alexis about it, she told me it was from a boy at school. But what really made my heart break, is when she told me that it must mean the boy wants to marry her and have a family like me and daddy. It’s time to go, and I am taking the kids with me.
The three of us are currently sharing a room at my mom's house in Brindleton Bay, but it's much too small for us, and worse, my husband will come looking. I don't have a job, or any real workable skills, but I am willing to find something. I used to play the guitar when I was younger, and have a little skill in that. I also think myself a decent cook, spending several years running the household. Maybe I can find something along those lines... Still, I expect money will be tight.
I'm not looking for anything too fancy. Even with the gift of a house, I know the future bills will still need to get paid. I'd like to have something with 3 bedrooms. The girls can share, but i don't want them being hassled every time the baby wakes in the night, and if it's a boy, we'll need the extra room as they grow.
Two bathrooms would be nice, one for me and one for the kids, but it's not necessary. Eat-in Kitchen would be wonderful, and less space needed than a full dining room. And of course, a living room. Most importantly, is plenty of backyard space. I really want the kids to be able to spend lots of time playing outside, with maybe a swing, or some monkey bars. Definitely no pools though! The thought of one of my babies wandering in there unsupervised really scares me. A washtub and clothes line would be nice too. I could get some laundry done while keeping an eye on the kids play time. And maybe a little shady spot for me to sit and read too.
Please, it would mean the world if you could help us start over. I promise I won’t let anyone put me in this position again. I have to make things better for my girls than I was willing to accept for myself.
Sincerely,
Dayana
Name: Dayana Lilard
Traits: Music Lover, Family Oriented, Unflirty
M/F/TG: F
Aspiration: Super Parent
Occupation (Or Former Occupation): Housewife/Stay-at-home Mom
Child 1 Name: Alexis Lilard
Child 1 M/F/TG: F
Child 1 Traits: Loves Outdoors
Child 1 Aspiration: Artist Prodigy
Child 2 Name: Kristi Lilard
Child 2 M/F/TG: F
Child 2 Traits: Wild
Child 2 Aspiration: N/A (toddler)
Further children please list below:
Bun in the oven - Second Trimester - Unknown Sex
THE BRIEF
A 3 Bedroom/1 or 2 Bath home, you have free reign on how the house is built, landscaped, laid out etc.
Must include: a computer, a vegetable garden, a chess table, an easel, at least one musical instrument, at least one piece of fitness equipment and a bookcase.
The budget must not exceed $45,000.
Keep in mind Dayana’s description of her wishes as you design their new space
Room Challenge
Create a room for Alexis (child) and Krisiti (toddler) to share. Your budget is 10,000.
Sim Challenge
There is no sim challenge this round as the family chosen was submitted for the Hawthorne Sims Challenge. You can download the talented @chluke75 ‘s Lilard family from the Gallery here https://www.ea.com/it-it/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/DC3D6358A8A811E884EDA2A491BEBAA4?category=households&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=chluke75&max=50&maxis=false&fbclid=IwAR3F04ezKOfM2wmcQn51ptkggaxtuq1M5-bYym7gSuZVdRxW_zO2MEwK5Ck
Entry List
Starting Out
FORUM ID: Nicky2m
ORIGIN ID: Nicky2m
LEVEL: Starting Out
LOT: Domus Familiaris
LOT COST: $2500
LOT NAME: New Beginings https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/F38065C2615D11E983517E6A61392AEA?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=New%20Beginings&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: $44,997
TOTAL COST: $47,497
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/pgO5GHy
ENTRY DETAILS: This classic home was built for Dayana Lillard and her 2 children (plus one on the way). It's aptly titled 'New Beginnings' because Dayana needed a home to start her life over after finally leaving her abusive husband. This home is nestled in the charming Sable Square neighborhood and is a great place to raise her children. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, eat in kitchen, open concept first floor, and lots of little extra nooks and bonus rooms. Plenty of space inside to decorate and a huge yard for the kids. Charming and classic, this house is sure to give the Lillard family a lifetime of happy memories.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None used
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID:Emilieflora
ORIGIN ID:Emile-Flora
LEVEL: This my first entry so I am unsure of where to place myself
LOT: New Beginnings https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/A4296B3B644B11E986AE6B74343DD635?category=all&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=BnS117&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST:§2,000
LOT NAME: Bedlington Boathouse
GALLERY COST:§42,985
TOTAL COST: §44,985
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/yTsva3E
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please. hlep me improve :)
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: no CC
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID:jeswainston65
ORIGIN ID:jeswainston65
LEVEL: Beginner
LOT: Oak Alcove
LOT COST:§1500
LOT NAME: Oak Alcove
GALLERY COST:§43,808
TOTAL COST: §42,308
LINK TO GALLERY: HAWTHORNE PROJECT IX https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/2F4238B164A511E9823B795DCB646EBF?category=lots&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=jeswainston65&max=50&maxis=falsehttp://
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: BNS#117 https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?target=https%3A%2F%2Fflic.kr%2Fs%2FaHsmAzfZ3R
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, but please be kind.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: no CC
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: Devilariah
ORIGIN ID: Devilariah
LEVEL: First Entry
LOT: https://www.ea.com/nl-nl/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/FA985E35655911E985576B74343DD635?category=lots&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Devilariah&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 1500
LOT NAME: Cottage Am See in Winderburg
GALLERY COST: 43473
TOTAL COST: 44973
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/W13QOJC
ENTRY DETAILS: A new home for the Lilard family. The home has a cozy living room and eat-in kitchen where Dayana can cook meals for her family. Of course also a nice garden where everyone can have a great time! It is all located in a beautiful area, by the water, surrounded by nature. Of course the garden is fenced off so the kids don't wonder off
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Please ?
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None.
TWITTER TAG: https://twitter.com/Devilariah
FACEBOOK PROFILE: https://www.facebook.com/Devilaraih
Room Challenge
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: HEW310
ORIGIN ID: HEW310
LEVEL: Not sure / Starting Out
ROOM: Budget Kids Room https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/1219653C61E111E98583048C513C46C4?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=HEW310&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: 7,208 simoleons
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/6trJ2XY
ENTRY DETAILS: This kids room is perfect for Dayana and her two kids! Alexis will enjoy the art creation station, as well as the plentiful amount of wall space to store and display her work. Kristi will enjoy lots of toys to keep her entertained and her wild spirit at bay, and both Kristi and Alexis can bond over stories in the reading nook.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
TWITTER TAG: N/A
FACEBOOK PROFILE: N/A
TUMBLR LINK: N/A
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID:jeswainston65
ORIGIN ID:jeswainston65
LEVEL: Beginner
ROOM: BNS#117 BEDROOM
LOT COST: §8,205
LOT NAME: BNS 117 BEDROOM
GALLERY COST:§8,205
LINK TO GALLERY:BNS 117 BEDROOM https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/6A90B89064A611E985E6795DCB646EBF?category=rooms&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=jeswainston65&max=50&maxis=false
LINK TO SLIDESHOW: BNS 117 BEDROOM https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?target=https%3A%2F%2Fflic.kr%2Fs%2FaHskQEdtNF
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, but please be kind.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: no CC
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: Devilariah
ORIGIN ID: Devilariah
LEVEL: First entry
ROOM: https://www.ea.com/nl-nl/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/2E372E48654B11E9821B7E6A61392AEA?category=rooms&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Devilariah&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: 6727
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/MmSgZGq
ENTRY DETAILS: Kristi's and Alexis' room has many features. They can read their books, do crafts, play, watch tv, relax, and sleep of course ? They even get to have their own goldfish! The room is in the attic so they have plenty of privacy and space for the two of them. The color of the room is maybe not too obvious but they are special kids ;D
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM:please ?
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None.
TWITTER TAG: https://twitter.com/Devilariah
FACEBOOK PROFILE: https://www.facebook.com/Devilaraih
Established
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: lionpaws
ORIGIN ID: lionpaws
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Safe Haven https://www.ea.com/de-de/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/9A2E3C105DDC11E983B326975FCF53D6?category=lots&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=lionpaws&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2.000
LOT NAME: Daisy Hovel (Willow Creek)
GALLERY COST: $42.802
TOTAL COST: $44.802
ENTRY DETAILS: Dear Ms Lilard
We have a new home for you and your kids. It is located in Willow Creek, that should be far enough away from your former husband. We tried to meet all your wishes:
It's a one story home with three bedrooms. One for the girls, with an art table for your art ambitious daughter and a special toddler bed for the little girl. The toddler playthings are scattered throughout the house, so the little one can find something to do wherever you are. The nursery for the unborn is as colorful as the girls room. between the kids rooms there is the family bathroom. it has two sinks and a big tub'n'shower, the potty for the toddler is in there too.
The living kitchen area we kept open plan so it will be easier for you to have an eye on your children. There you find a chess table, an easel, a sitting area with TV an electronic piano, a guitar, and a computer desk with computer.
In the kitchen area we opted for a big table instead of counter seating. Here you can have family dinners together and supervise the homework of your school children.
From the seating area you step out onto the back porch, where the necessary clothes-washing-tub and clothes-drying-line are. from here you have access to a small alcove where we put in a treadmill for you.
In the garden there is also a basketball hoop for family fun when your kids grow up. The garden is divided into two separate parts, a playground and a vegetable garden (both enclosed).
The playground holds the basketball hoop, swings a playhouse and a bench in the shade.
The vegetable garden already holds vegetable seedling ready to be planted and cared for.
The third and last bedroom is part of a small suite, for you to recede to and have some quiet every now and then.
We hope you find peace and a wonderful future in your new home,
sincerly -lionpaws builds-
ps.:Please join us for a tour through your new home:
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/c2EJlJy
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes Please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC used
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: SimTresa
Lot: Home Sweet Home https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/EA1C4D07639211E98351795DCB646EBF
LOT COST:2,500
LOT NAME: Potters' Splay
GALLERY COST: 42,192
TOTAL COST: 44,692
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/Qa2A3dc
ENTRY DETAILS: This small Craftsman style house in Willw Creek may be dark on the outside, but it is full of bright color and comfortable, homey touches on the inside. The colorful flowers out front also help to lighten up its appearance. It has three bedrooms and two baths. The backyard boasts a swing set, picnic table and grill along with a vegetable garden for Dayana. The nursery may be a bit small, but it's colorful and perfect for an infant or toddler.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None.
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: Swcheppes
ORIGIN ID: Swcheppes
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Fresh Starter https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/4F3FA70F5F0C11E9879F26975FCF53D6?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=swcheppes&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2,000
LOT NAME: Bargain Bend
GALLERY COST: 42,987
TOTAL COST: 44,987
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Fresh Starter https://imgur.com/a/AP0rTab
ENTRY DETAILS: Fresh Starter is truly a home made for someone who really needs a fresh start. This home is perfect for someone in need of a safe home. The master bedroom has a walk in closet and a private bathroom for when the pressures of life get to much and you you need some me time. The two additional bedrooms are perfect for a shared kids room and nursery. There's a bathroom across from one of the bedrooms. The full stocked eat in kitchen is perfect for a growing family. It opens up to the main living space where families are encouraged to talk rather then glued to electronics. However when it's needed there is a workspace perfect for a working on spreadsheets or researching a school project. Off of the kitchen is a sunroom that serves as an art studio for a budding artist or maybe an artist who may be a little rusty. Best of all it has a 360 view of the enclosed yard allowing safe play for any little ones. If you'd rather watch from outside there is a lovely shaded area near the garden.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
TWITTER TAG:
FACEBOOK PROFILE:
TUMBLR LINK:
FORUM ID: AfterMidnight
ORIGIN ID: AfterMidnight13
LEVEL: Established
LOT: New Beginnings https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/790B0678647811E980097E6A61392AEA?category=lots&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=BnS117&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2,000
LOT NAME: Asphalt Abodes
GALLERY COST: 42,958
TOTAL COST: 44,958
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Here https://imgur.com/a/LbP8B6y
ENTRY DETAILS: 117 New Beginnings is a sunny family home built with the Lilard clan in mind. It's spacious enough for three (four) sims to live comfortably with room to grow should the need arise.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: MACDesign
ORIGIN ID: MAC-DESIGN
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Hallow Slough
LOT COST: §5,500
LOT NAME: Budget Family Home https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/6B30759B615311E98035048C513C46C4?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=MAC-DESIGN&max=50&maxis=false
GALLERY COST: §44,707
TOTAL COST: §50,207
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Full Album https://imgur.com/a/MlGTTzP
ENTRY DETAILS: This lot was entirely tailored to the needs of widowed mother, Dayana, and her soon to be 3 children. With room to grow, this bright and inviting home features a large eat-in kitchen, small media space, full downstairs bath, and three separate sleeping quarters, including a calming blue nursery on the main floor. The older children can enjoy the outdoors swing set, while Dayana hangs laundry, does yoga, or cozies up with her favorite book on the back porch. This space meets all the necessary request of this ever growing family; 3 Bed, 1 Bath, a computer, a vegetable garden, a chess table, an easel, one musical instrument, one piece of fitness equipment and a bookcase. Enjoy!
This tight budget was a complete obstacle for me. I continuously found myself having to dial back the decor and landscaping to stay within budget, all while trying to keep to my usual aesthetic. 450 Simoleons for a rock... bye!! This one was extra fun, being able to have total and complete building freedom. Thanks @BuildnShare for always keeping it challenging!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure, Thanks.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None
TWITTER: twitter.com/Cheney_Megan
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: iampes23
ORIGIN ID: iampes23
LEVEL: Established
LOT: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/FE8BBF5960DB11E98D3C6B74343DD635?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=iampes23&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2,000
LOT NAME: Forgotten Hollow Fledermaus Bend 30x30 renamed Floral Sanctuary
GALLERY COST: $42,994
TOTAL COST: $44,994
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/XpkEaot
ENTRY DETAILS: A lovely sanctuary away from the world for a family on a small budget! This three bedroom/two bath house is packed with skill objects, and it has plenty of room both inside and out to play in.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: PINKUSFAMILY
ORIGIN ID: PINKUSFAMILY
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Upland Place https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/861DE83B618411E984CE6B74343DD635?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=weekly&searchquery=PINKUSFAMILY&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2,500
LOT NAME: Upland Place, in DelSol Valley
GALLERY COST: 42,414
TOTAL COST: 44,914
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: BnS117 The Hawthorne Project Phase IX https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpg%2FMoms-Sims-3-4-Creations-1652411471645604%2Fphotos%2F%3Ftab%3Dalbum%26album_id%3D2379343588952385%26__xts__%255B0%255D%3D68.ARCGTKRFIpE7X3GLerffABtyfuV4QmWunLVfi_dZylNLWsnEliNG4cXU-lWOfDrf8sxD9hLrVdUWSEpQ2dQzeN0Bfa1wDqox42up3rxX7WBuwDWns6xc6uNB8EuhzXICbwo_mUaSsiUb93sacIJtQcK66FoQaxOd8ZOIT-UuNWGM25vE-s_gpdr4aywIBN6V-KlcYx1Hr329P2hQ3tP80RIizNbtx1N3A0FJZ9WbPrBd7HubsfSPAGUxZKJpRRpdLJcL7tD0vFaHvLpBNozkF4Y6buONYB-LRiOmQ5r-TyGv37-TOXfNfeUpxiPI66JB89F3UY0Pqg--G9ZpmoCt25Yj26pmJKilaLkCNmom04qpQRrl4Gzwn2t47TnW73zVJquRYFJxuu8-oltKgns-xXSsgAWTYYyPFuDXI75TsQvx9NvnjETbamiuBFVy-PueUPJAYI4D8jj2UPQ4mDqpAuBRdA%26__tn__%3D-UC-R
Located in Del Sol Valley ~With reasonably priced homes, ( Lot price 2,500 size 40x30 ) Family friendly & so close to downtown. Mirage Park was the perfect place, Our applicant's new residence at Upland Place is far from her husbands prying eye's..Matching her requests , 2 bed rooms with a on suite Nursery . 2 Bath's, a Big Country kitchen & Living room.. There is a Nice sized Yard with a clothes line, a swing set, sand box, and even room for a garden..The entire neighborhood consists of a small dead-end road. At the end of the road is a medium-sized playground ...
( With this build I took advantage of the NEW Landscaping items Released in the Recent update ~ unlocked using bb.showhiddenobjects~ - they all cost $ 0... Also in the drive way is One of the RV's which was also released with the update - Cost $ 0......)
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes
FACEBOOK PROFILE: https://facebook.com/Moms-Sims-3-4-Creations-1652411471645604/
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #117 - Hawthorne Project IX
FORUM ID: Allears
ORIGIN ID: SassiLassi
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Dayana's Place https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/47B54F6E621911E98D0C048C513C46C4?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=SassiLassi&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2500
LOT NAME: Tranquil Crescent in Newcrest
GALLERY COST: $42,492
TOTAL COST: $44,992
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/3wHfgw4
ENTRY DETAILS: Dayana's first thought was to find a place in Brindleton Bay so she could be close to her mom, and get some help with the kids. But, in the end, she decided it would be too easy for her ex-husband to find her there, so she asked that her house be built elsewhere. She finally decided on Newcrest, a newer community with good schools. They found a beautiful 30x30 lot in a neighborhood with several young families with kids for her girls to play with. The house is a comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, with plenty of room for all of them, and has a playroom and a large back yard. It's a good beginning for her new life.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None used