#BnS168 - Winterfest Market
The deadline for this challenge is 31 December 2022
Those of you who have been around for a while may remember Whimsyville, our last Sims 4 neighborhood challenge.
This is a scaled-down version of that, with only one phase: Community lots. Specifically, community lots geared toward holiday shopping. Any holiday you like so long as it’s winter themed - Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Ramadan, anything else you can think of or invent. Use your creativity.
Please read through the entire list of possible buildings before picking one to build. Then post which building you would like to build. First post gets the building - please look at the list of claimed buildings in the front-page post AND the current posts in the thread requesting a build before posting a claim. Once the sign-up period has ended, and you have completed your build; you can always pick a second one to do and claim it. If there is enough interest, a second, residential phase may happen.
Due to the community nature of this challenge, there will be no judging or podium awards given.
THE BRIEF
We are going to use Newcrest for all of our community lots - specify which Newcrest lot you built on in your entry form
Since every lot has very different needs, the budget is unlimited
Each community lot needs some parking space and landscaping
Use any size lot that makes sense for your build. Note that since Twin Oracle Point is so large, it can be multipurpose.
Feel free to propose your own community building type if one of the listed ones doesn’t strike your fancy
12/1 - 12/7 = sign-ups/proposals
12/8 - 12/31 = build
Venues
Bakery - @MaryKup
Toy Store - @pammiechick
Outdoor Market - @Theraythe
Restaurant - @tatselk
Cafe - @chrischris8894
Thrift Store - @mustanggranny
Clothing Store - @AlJay
Furniture Store @Cavapoo_King
Electronics Store - @coolsim9999999
Grocery Store - @Becka28
Flower Shop - @icanhassims
Winterfest Tree Farm - @iampes23
Any Retail not on this list.
Sims Challenge
None this time.
Room Challenge
None this time
Remember to include the hashtag #bns168 with your build!
Entry List
CHALLENGE #BNS168 - Winterfest Market
Winterfest Toy Shoppe
FORUM ID: pammiechick
ORIGIN ID: pammiechick
LEVEL: ???
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Avarice Acres in Newcrest 40x30
NEW LOT LINK: Winterfest Toy Shoppe 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%2F393ACADD764311ED8C7163F9ED2BA5A4%3Fcategory%3Dlots%26searchtype%3Dea_origin_id%26sortby%3Dnewest%26time%3Dall%26searchquery%3Dpammiechick%26max%3D50%26maxis%3Dfalse
GALLERY COST: $171,598
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/gallery/rq9WVRM
ENTRY DETAILS: This is an old fashioned toyshop just in time for winterfest .There's loads of toys of every kind and a place to visit Father Winterfest. Wonderful for those who like retail. All set up to make simoleons with items set for sale. In the back is a gazebo, party area, ice skate rink, and more! There's an upstairs bedroom and kitchenette for the owners if they want to live there.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: 2 noCC paintings by CaitlinAnwyn
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #168 - Winter Market
FORUM ID: tatselk
ORIGIN ID: tatselk
LEVEL: Starting Out
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Optimist’s Outlook
NEW LOT LINK: Winterfest Wonderland https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/F309B2F0788411ED87B591D38A4BBB40
LOT COST: § 3,000
GALLERY COST: § 183,220
TOTAL COST: § 186,220
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://tatselksism.tumblr.com/post/703254260021952512/winterfest-wonderland
ENTRY DETAILS:
I built this as a cosy place that Sims can spend their Winterfest holiday at. There is a private dining room for larger groups to dine in. There is even an ice-skating rink for Sims to work off their Winterfest Grand Meals! If your Sims are running this restaurant, they can also take a break and rest in the owner’s suite.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
TWITTER TAG: https://twitter.com/tatselk
FACEBOOK PROFILE: N/A
TUMBLR LINK: https://tatselksism.tumblr.com/
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE – 168: Winter Market
FORUM ID: @icanhasims
ORIGIN ID: icanhassims
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Hillside Highlands 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%2F5D72AE3D781811ED812591D38A4BBB40
NEW LOT LINK: Winterfest Flower Shop
LOT COST: 2,000
GALLERY COST: 71,824
TOTAL COST: 73,824
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.icanhassims.com/post/winterfest-flower-shop
ENTRY DETAILS:
The Winterfest Flower Shop is ready to start your holiday season off right! In addition to the assortment of plants and flowers, there is a small coffee bar on the second floor to get caffeinated or enjoy some hot cocoa in the snow on the porch outside. On the third floor, customers can watch flower arranging and trimming in action! All flowers are grown right on the property in the small greenhouse out back. Parking is available in the rear.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure!
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #168 - Winter Market
FORUM ID: AlJay
ORIGIN ID: AlJay2000
LEVEL: Master
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Midtown Meadows
NEW LOT LINK: Christmas Clothing Store 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%2F9CC7777779A111ED8B01B0367017BAFF
LOT COST: $3000
GALLERY COST: $297,254
TOTAL COST: $300,254
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: BnS #168 - Winter Market https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fimgur.com%2Fa%2FVvbDGp5
ENTRY DETAILS: I decided to make my clothing store look like an old department store. It is decorated with a glamourous vintage style, using plenty of gold and white with many Christmas decorations displayed inside and outdoors as well. There is parking in the back but I have added an underground parking garage for those sims who don't want to deal with the cold weather. There is a security office, as well as an owners office in case there are some long nights at the store. When you enter the store there is a large Christmas tree surrounded by gifts that people have donated for those less fortunate. When you head up to the second level there is a place to get your picture taken with Santa/Father Winter. This floor is also where you will find children's and men's clothing as well. The third floor is exclusive to women's fashion. Each floor has small change rooms to try on an outfit you may be interested in buying.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM Sure!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: I made the Handicapped parking sign and elevator art myself
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #168 - Winter Market
FORUM ID: iampes23
ORIGIN ID: iampes23
LEVEL: Established
[b[SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Newcrest's Twin Oracle Point/Oldman's Winterfest Trees
NEW LOT LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/7CC254E179B511ED80AA91D38A4BBB40?category=lots&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=weekly&searchquery=iampes23&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $8,500
GALLERY COST: $88,749
TOTAL COST: $97,249
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/eW6NWbx
ENTRY DETAILS: Oldman's Winterfest Tree Farm is a pick your own live tree to be cut down by an employee. Trees are charged by the foot, and there are many different kinds and heights of the trees. The family also sells decorations for inside and outdoors. Books about the legends and stories of Winterfest? Sure, the Oldman's keep those in stock! A giant toy train will keep the kiddies occupied while you find that perfect tree for your perfect Winterfest! Come check out our discounted prices!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: no cc
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #168 - Winter Market
FORUM ID: mustanggranny
ORIGIN ID: mustangslday
LEVEL: Starting out
Lot Name: Second Bloom Boutique - Built on Beech Way
NEW LOT LINK: https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/F236D8437DAE11ED88667BD05C5BC5BF?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=mustangslday&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2000
GALLERY COST: $70495
TOTAL COST: $72495
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/gallery/hhNIWBR
ENTRY DETAILS: A small hometown second hand boutique and tea shop. Enjoy a little cup of tea while listening to a comedy act or watch a little television, play a little game of chest or buy some wonderful hand me down clothes.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None
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BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE: CHALLENGE #168 - Winter Market
FORUM ID: coolsim9999999
ORIGIN ID: coolsim9999999
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Tranquil Crescent in NewCrest
NEW LOT LINK:
https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/B00FB758823F11ED8D2C26A91520AB2B?category=all&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=coolsim9999999&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: §2,500
GALLERY COST: §296,387
TOTAL COST: §298,887
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW:
https://imgur.com/a/hsaMovs
ENTRY DETAILS:
This electronics store has just about everything! Want a TV from the 1970s? Got it! Want a cutting-edge computer? Got it! Want anything in-between? Got it! Come check us out! We bought and built our snazzy store on the old Tranquil Crescent lot in NewCrest!
Note:
The Sims birthday (February 4, 2000) is my Holiday! I used lots of Sims colors and plumbobs! Perfect for an electronics store!
February is still in the winter, but we're starting its 23rd birthday party early, so it fits the brief!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NA
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE: CHALLENGE #168 - Winter Market
FORUM ID: Theraythe
ORIGIN ID: Therathe
LEVEL: Starting Out
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Twin Oracle Point - Newcrest
NEW LOT LINK:
https://www.ea.com/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/A4E8DE8C83B411ED841D26A91520AB2B?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Therathe&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: §8,500
GALLERY COST: §42,542
TOTAL COST: §51,042
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW:
https://imgur.com/a/sFlGpem
ENTRY DETAILS:
The one-stop shop for your holiday needs. Wander the stalls while enjoying a warm beverage or stop to watch the street performers!
Note:
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: NA
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #168 - Winter Market
FORUM ID: becka28
ORIGIN ID: beckablitz
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Tranquil Crescent
NEW LOT Name: BNS168 Winterfest Grocery https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ea.com%2Fen-au%2Fgames%2Fthe-sims%2Fthe-sims-4%2Fpc%2Fgallery%2F05107C72891111ED82025259FFB507B1
LOT COST: $2500
GALLERY COST: $93, 278
TOTAL COST: $95,728
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Slideshow for BNS168 Winterfest Grocery https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/home/leaving?allowTrusted=1&target=https%3A%2F%2Fimgur.com%2Fa%2FGp75wWS
ENTRY DETAILS: I made my grocery store like the modern self contained small ones near where I live and not a big chain store. I tried to provide a range of things that would be helpful to gameplay eg. simple living ingredients, preprepared meals and high skill level cooking / baking items. Stacking the shelves and placing the items took forever. I wish Grocery stores were their own type of lot with shopping trolleys and sims able to buy multiple things in a shop.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM Sure!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a
BUILD OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #168 - Winterfest Bakery
FORUM ID: MaryKup
ORIGIN ID: MaryKup
LEVEL: Established
SIMS 4 LOT NAME: Asphalt Acres
NEW LOT Name: BNS168 Winterfest Bakery
Link to lot https://www.ea.com/en-au/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/A8F16F93894711ED854026A91520AB2B?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Marykup&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2500
GALLERY COST: 95612
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/Gpb4thL
ENTRY DETAILS:I made my Bakery 2 stories. One floor dedicated to the bakery, the second has an expresso area, nectars, and and outdoor area to use weather permitting. There is a fully functional kitchen down stairs and a cupcake maker upstairs. Lovely Holiday Decorations throughout
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM Sure!