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Build’n’Share Challenge #50 - Best Laid Plans (Part 3)

Best Laid Plans (Part 3)
Walking up the driveway to The Johnson’s home, you remember when you first met the lovely Kaye. Since that meeting you seem to have spent more and more time at their home, and have become fast friends both with her and her husband Kieran. And little Kaiden isn’t quite so little anymore, he’s heading off to senior school later this month.

Kaye has the door open already, she must have heard the car on the drive.

Enveloping you in a big hug, she asks how you are. You assure her that you are fine and deftly move past her into The Great Room. The place looks so homey, a far cry from the showroom you created for her all those years ago.

She ushers you through to the screened porch, which doubles as a sun room. The coffee has already been poured and the aroma of freshly baked cookies follows you from the kitchen. You spy a plate sat next to the coffee.

“I just wanted to say…”

You cut her off, “Kaye, I’m here for business, let’s get down to it shall we?”

She looks a little hurt, but you just can’t deal with the emotions storming around your head right now. Better to focus on something you can fix.

“OK, I’m pregnant.”

“Oh wow!” You smile, the first genuine, non forced smile since, well…

“I’m guessing that you’re wanting an extension then? Another bedroom, maybe another bathroom?”

“Well, yes, that would be great.” She says, however, you hear a ‘but’ forming.

“We’re expecting twins, so we may need more room throughout the house.”

“Congratulations. So, another double bedroom, with enough room for two cots and then two beds, or would you like a whole nother bedroom for when they are older. Do you know what sex they are?”

“We don’t want to find out, so we had best hedge our bets and go for another two bedrooms. We’ll need more room in the kitchen as well as an enclosed suite for Kaiden, preferably as far away from the twins room as possible, his senior years at school are so important and he needs somewhere he can study in peace. Although, maybe we could look at getting a study included? I don’t know, what do you think?”

You are half listening to Kaye, while your mind wanders off in other directions.

“Honey.” Kaye brings you back to the present with a touch to your arm.

Trying desperately to recall what she was saying, you take a stab in the dark, “An office, well, we could locate that on the ground floor and the extra bedrooms could be on the first?”

“A great idea.”

“So, is there anything else you would like me to include in the remodel?”

“A guest room would be lovely, we’ve got friends in Sunset Valley who are heading out for a visit, it would be nice if they didn’t have to stay in a Hotel.”

“Let me recap.” You say looking down at your notes.

“You’re looking for 5 bedrooms, one of which is to be a guest room, one a nursery for the twins and an en-suite room for Kaiden as well as an extra bedroom for when the twins grow up and your own Master Suite. At least 4.5 bathrooms, I think a Jack and Jill bath between the new twin rooms would be a good idea, and an en-suite in the guest bedroom, a large kitchen, a study/office on the ground floor. I think it would be nice to keep the screened in porch, or something similar, but that’s just my two cents.”

“That just about sums it up.”

“Alright, but where are you going to stay in the meantime?”

“Well, we can stay with Kathleen and Kelvin, it’ll be a squeeze, but I’m sure we will cope.”

“A couple more questions, is there any particular style you are looking for? Any interior colours you want me to avoid. And finally what’s the budget.”

As you ask the last set of questions, Kaiden wanders into the sunroom and sits on the arm of Kaye’s chair

“Well, we were thinking about going more Federal this time, something that will stand the test of time. You know us, we are fond of neutral colours, but I’m sure this one has some ideas of his own.

Kaiden leans forward and looks at your notepad. “Yeah, I would love an outdoorsy type room, my bug collection is looking pretty awesome right now!”

As for budget, we were thinking a further 350,000 should cover it. Kieran had an excellent bonus last year, we were saving up for a rainy day, but I think the present is far more important, don’t you?”

“Of course.” You struggle to say

As a means of avoiding eye contact you make a couple more notes. Kaye stands and leads the way back to the front door. At the threshold she gives you another hug and says, “One more thing.”

You stop and look at her.

“I really wanted to tell you how sorry I was to hear about your brother, if we can do anything, please let us know.”

Using all the strength you can muster you thank her for her kind words and escape out of the door, just as you hear Kaiden ask what was for dinner.

Brief:
This one is a bit different, you long time Build ‘n’ Share followers might remember Best Laid Plans part 1, whereby we asked you build this house plan.

Well, we want you to expand on the home you already built. If you did not take part in Challenge #13 there is a prebuilt version of the home on the gallery here.

The home still needs to be placed on a 50x50 lot.

The home needs to be Federal in style with neutral décor in the main rooms, you can find out more about Kaye and Kieran’s preferences in the previous challenge, linked above
5 Bedrooms

• One master suite for Kieran and Kaye
  
• One guest room, with en-suite
  
• One outdoorsy room, with en-suite for Kaiden (who has just transitioned into a teen)
  
• Two other double bedrooms, with a Jack and Jill bathroom connecting them, one of which is to be set up as a nursery (Kaye and Kieran do not know what gender their babies are, so the décor needs to be gender neutral.)

At least 4.5 bathrooms
A large kitchen area
A dining area capable of comfortably holding 5 Sims
A study on the opposite floor to where you have situated the nursery
A screened porch area/sun room
A play area outdoors for when the twins age up to children
The budget is a further $350,000 on top of the previous budget of $250,000; $600,000 in total
The interior walls you have built (from the plan) need to stay the same, but you can expand the exterior.

Sim Challenge:
Create The Johnsons and show them enjoying their new home.
Kaye is a Foodie and hopes to have a Successful Lineage.
Kieran is a Perfectionist and hopes to become Fabulously Wealthy.
Kaiden is Outgoing and hopes to attain the title of Whiz Kid.
We do not know what gender the twins are, so you have freedom to make them however you wish, their names need to begin with a K.
The other traits are up to you.

Room Challenge:
Create the twins nursery, this should be gender neutral as we do not know what gender the twins will be. Your budget for this part of the challenge is $35,000



Official Entry List

Starting Out

N/A


Established
FORUM ID:popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID:popettypop2012
LEVEL: Established
LOT: The Johnson's Mansion
LINK TO GALLERY: http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/Best Laid plans
LOT COST:10,000
BUILD COST:322,791
TOTAL COST: 323,791
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW:http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/Best Laid plans
ENTRY DETAILS: I renovated this house based on the shell on the Gallery and added a second floor. I have a different idea of 'Federal' style if I could design the house from scratch. Using a shell was very difficult and restrictive, especially in terms of roofing. Also, I'm a little confused with the style of the house. I don't want to make it too traditional or modern. So I hope what I came out with is allowed.
The first floor has the main bedroom and guest room and the second floor has Kaiden's and the twins' rooms.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM : YES, please and thank you:)

Expert
FORUM ID: StSciurus
ORIGIN ID: StSciurus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: 9 Federal Way
LOT COST: §10,000
BUILD COST: §398,942
TOTAL COST: §408,942
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Client file
ENTRY DETAILS: I created my own shell for the challenge (since I like building from house plans). It's only slightly different from the one provided by Build-n-Share. From the shell, I expanded the kitchen and sunroom by extending exterior walls only. The interior walls of the shell are all intact although I did add a new interior wall to make the guest bathroom truly ensuite. I also moved around doors and changed room functions. To the ground floor, I added an upper story and basement and then finished the estate grounds with pool, patio, spa, garage and gardens. I kept to the Federal style for both architecture and interiors.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC

FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Oaklands
LOT COST: 10,000
BUILD COST: 330,689
TOTAL COST: 340,689
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/p92Mn
ENTRY DETAILS: Previously named Golidlocks, extended to first floor level and a change of style to Federal. Main additions are the nursery and kids room with Jack and Jill bathroom, a teen outdoorsy room, master bedroom and guest room all with en-suite bathrooms, study, yoga/meditation/massage room and several balconies.
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: gmcrozier
ORIGIN ID: gmcrozier
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Johnson Family Estate
LOT COST: §10,000
BUILD COST: §419,011
TOTAL COST: §429,011
LINK TO GALLERY: https://www.thesims.com/en_AU/gallery/4509AFEE64E011E6826A1EB0AA80AD86?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=gmcrozier&max=50&maxis=false
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1365.photobucket.com/user/Glenn_Crozier/media/Johnson Family Estate/001_zps0ihyx7k0.png.html?sort=9&o=0
ENTRY DETAILS: This was challenging, going from a ranch to a federal. I was able to do this without changing INTERIOR walls, but I did move EXTERIOR walls to expand rooms and added a front hallway to get the symetrical shape that I needed for the federal style architecture. And while I was updating, I went ahead and gave them the sunken living room, that you know they wanted. The front of the home is very traditional, but on the rear I replaced the windows with large modern windows to take advantage of the view. The landscaping is formal and includes a vegetable garden and a small fruit tree orchard. You will also find a tennis court (strictly for looks) on the grounds. There is a lot more that I could write about this build, but I still have to finish taking and organizing photos.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None



Results

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

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

Expert -:
Comments
1st Place: @StSciurus and @gmcrozier
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Build’n’Share Challenge #51 - When Modern Was New

When Modern Was New
You surprise yourself when a big, audible sigh comes out! The plans for the townhouse development you’ve worked on for months have just been put back in the drawer, since the city council of Newcrest has delayed yet again consideration of multi-unit housing. Gradually you become aware of a sound in the reception area outside your studio, and you realize that someone is knocking on the outside door.

“Why won’t Rose answer?” you think to yourself, and then you suddenly remember that Rose has gone to Machu Picchu with Douglas Curtis III, and that your 10:30 appointment is here! As you rush to the door you mutter, “Why don’t the two of them just get married and have done with it!?”

You offer profuse apologies to the man standing at the door with a little girl. The man is Thierry Leclercq, and the little girl? As you usher them into the consultation room, you say to her, “And who might you be, little lady?”

“Oh, pardon!” M. Leclercq blurts out. “This is my daughter, Fleur.” You are relieved that you didn’t ask him to introduce his granddaughter, although with his greying temples, he looks like he might be old enough to be her grandfather. He is distinguished looking and “of a certain age”, as the French say.

“I am so sorry that my wife, Clotilde, could not be with us. She is a surgeon at Newcrest General Hospital and is always so busy! She usually leaves domestic matters to me. And Fleur has the day off from school, and so…”

“That is quite all right,” you reassure him with a smile. “Delighted to have you both! Now how can I help you?”

You learn that the family is currently living in a rental house and looking to build their first house together. M. Leclercq is a science writer and works from home.

“I have just gotten an advance on my next book, Butterflies Are Free: Lepidoptera of Newcrest and Environs,” he tells you, “and together with our savings, we have §105,000 to spend on a new house. We have already spent §2,500 to retain an option on the Sandy Run property in Newcrest. Are you familiar with it?”

“Yes, definitely,” you assure him as you think of the property around the corner from there that will not be getting the new townhouse development—at least any time soon. “What style of house would you like then, M. Leclercq?”

“Ah, yes! I have it written down right here from Clotilde. She would like—I mean to say, we would like—a three bedroom house with two bathrooms—maybe an additional half bathroom if there is money? The style she said is called ‘midcentury modern’. Yes?”

“I am very familiar with the style. An excellent choice!” Why do you suddenly feel like a waiter at a chain restaurant? “Do you have any ideas for the interior design? Color choices? Textures?”

He looks lost. “She didn’t really say.”

“Well, what sort of colors does your wife like?” you ask gently.
He still looks lost. “Uh… she looks very pretty in her yellow party dress,” he offers.

“Okay, that’s a start,” you continue to reassure him. “What do you like?”

“I? Well… I like wood paneling,” he finally says, “and I’ve always wanted a leather sofa.”

“Wood and leather, then? That’s certainly in keeping with midcentury modern design. And you, Mlle. Leclercq, what colors do you like?” you turn your attention to the little girl who has been quiet till now but completely focused on the adult conversation.

Without hesitation she responds, “I’m not like my friend Ashlee Appleby at all! She likes pink and purple—girly colors. I like green!” You get out your book of color swatches to show to Fleur and she picks the brightest lime green one.

“My Fleur is quite the social butterfly,” M. Leclercq says looking adoringly at his daughter. “She is the ‘queen bee’ of her play group! She wants to be an astronaut some day—maybe one of the first humans on Mars! At least for now, she does…”

“Oh, papa!” Fleur interjects with an eye roll.

You can’t help but smile at the interaction between father and daughter. You conclude your consultation with the duo, and later in the day, M. Leclercq telephones you.

“Clotilde wanted me to tell you that light woods and natural materials like light-colored stone would be desirable for the interior. Pops of bright colors, not just yellow, are fine too. And to make sure that Fleur’s room harmonizes with the rest of the house! Oh, and I completely forgot to tell you, my wife loves fresh flowers. Flowers throughout the house are a must. And if we could work in a flower garden for her and maybe a small vegetable garden for me, we would be most grateful.”

“I certainly have my work cut out for me!” you think.

Requirements:

• 3 bedrooms
  
• 2 - 2.5 bathrooms
  
• study for M. Leclercq to write in
  
• an area, inside or out, for Fleur to host her play group in
  
• flower and vegetable gardens
  
• usual dining and living areas
  
• architectural style: midcentury modern
  
• decor using natural materials like light-colored wood and stone; leather sofa for M. Leclercq; pops of bright colors, especially in Fleur’s bedroom; flowers throughout the house
  
• lot: 40 x 20 Sandy Run lot in Newcrest
  

Budget:

total of §105,000: §2,500 for the lot, §102,500 for the build cost

Sim Challenge:

Create the Leclercq family and show them enjoying their new home. Thierry’s aspiration is Bestselling Author. Clotilde’s aspiration is Successful Lineage. Fleur’s aspiration is Social. Everything else is up to you!

Room Challenge:
Create Fleur’s bedroom. Budget: §15,000.



Official Entry List

Starting Out

N/A


Established
FORUM ID: kerplukee
ORIGIN ID:valednr
LEVEL: established
LOT: Square root
LOT COST: §2,500
BUILD COST: §102,253
TOTAL COST: §104,753
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/Kwsug
ENTRY DETAILS: I had fun experimenting this style which is new to me, but I'm pretty satisfied how is the house now. I respected the preferences of Mrs. Leclercq, light wood, stones, bright colors.. and flowers! I decided to build living room,dining room and kitchen all together on the upper level, and Leclercq's bedroom too, so they can have a nice view from their window. Then on ground floor I built the guest room and Fleur's green bedroom: I thought that a door from her room straight to the garden was useful so when her friends would come over they can enjoy playing inside and outside. In the end I build mr Leclercq's office with an entrance too, and a nice vie on the pool.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: At the entrance there are two paintings taken from here

FORUM ID: emere
ORIGIN ID: osiazul
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Chez Fleur https://www.thesims.com/gallery/4026E5CD6C1211E6880659BA22E89484
LOT COST: §2,500
BUILD COST: 102,377
TOTAL COST: 104,877
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1078.photobucket.com/user/osiazul/slideshow/Fleur
ENTRY DETAILS: I choose a midcentury modern colorful house. I try to bring to the inside the colors of nature at the outside. I feel the retro color palette is soft thanks to the light stone and wood. As Fleur is the heart of this family, the green is important inside and outside. The garden and pool is a nice place for family play.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: (none)

FORUM ID: popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID: popettypop2012
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Mid Century Modern
LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/9669517E6CAD11E68565B8037B7966C5?category=lots&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: §2,500
BUILD COST: §100,890
TOTAL COST: §,103490
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW:http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/Mid Century Modern
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM : YES, PLEASE

FORUM ID: Rostri-Jodu
ORIGIN ID: rostrijodu
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Mi Manoir du Siècle (aka Mid Century Manor)
LOT COST: §2,500
BUILD COST: §102,498
TOTAL COST: §104,998
LINK TO ENTRY: SLIDESHOW
ENTRY DETAILS: A split-level, mid century modern home with three bedrooms and two and a half baths. It also features a sleek home office, several spots, both inside and out, for a youth to play the day away, as well as a lovely garden and greenhouse combo for that outdoor lover in us all!
SIM: The Leclercq Family
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW
ENTRY DETAILS: Thierry is not only a bestselling author and bookworm, but a family-oriented father and husband who just happens to be a relentless snob. His wife, Clotilde, wants nothing but the best for them, as well as all of their heirs yet to come; however, her jealous ways may be her undoing. Thankfully, she's a genius and a lover of nature, so hopefully she can focus on enriching the world around her instead of destroying it...or herself. As for their daughter, Fleur, she's both a social butterfly and a geek, who longs to take flight into the great unknown, although, she does have a way with words too, just like her dear old dad. So maybe she'll become a famous sci-fi or fantasy writer instead!
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


Expert
FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Augustus
LOT COST: 2,500
BUILD COST: 102,197
TOTAL COST: 104,697
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/EUTJJ
ENTRY DETAILS: Mid Century modern build comprising 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, decorated in neutral tones with pops of bright colours using natural materials of light wood and stone and lots of flowers throughout. Large back garden with bbq/patio, flower and vegetable gardens, swimming pools, kids activities and pergola providing shade to a playgroup area
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: StSciurus
ORIGIN ID: StSciurus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Midcentury Merveille
LOT COST: §2,500
BUILD COST: §98,603
TOTAL COST: §101,103
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://issuu.com/scoiattolo/docs/bns51
ENTRY DETAILS: Mid-century modern home with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, separate playhouse for child, office/study and vegetable garden for father, flower garden for mother. Also includes pool, carport, chess table, fireplace and bird feeder.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC


FORUM ID: gmcrozier
ORIGIN ID: gmcrozier
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: 828 Sandy Run
LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/3B1031D76D5D11E68F22B8037B7966C5?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=gmcrozier&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: §2,500
BUILD COST: §102,220
TOTAL COST: §104,720
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW:
http://s1365.photobucket.com/user/Glenn_Crozier/media/828 Sandy Run/001_zps17k0q5rl.png.html?sort=9&o=0
ENTRY DETAILS: 828 Sandy Run was built in the tradition of mid century moderns. It looks like it came straight out of the 50's. Using natural materials mixed with chrome and metal. The furniture has clean, simple lines (well, except the leather couch). Clotilde's flower garden is at the front of the lot, so the entire neighborhood can enjoy her green thumb. Thierry's small vegetable garden is right outside of his office, so he can look out on it while he is writing.
SIM: N/A
ROOM: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

ORIGIN ID: bouquetcatcher
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/D9F9C1056EC011E68AD05E099554D7E7?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Bouquetcatcher&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: §2,500
BUILD COST: §102,468
TOTAL COST: §104,468
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bouquetcatcher/albums/72157669983866224/with/28716765344/
Please note: Flickr puts descriptions beneath the picture in slideshow mode, under my username. Or in the main link, rolling over the pics shows the title.
ENTRY DETAILS: With 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, study, gym and open concept living, this lovely home is perfect for a growing family. Built in the style of midcentury modern architecture with natural woods and stone, there are bright colors and plenty of fresh flowers for Clotilde spread throughout. Fleur's rooms is bright lime green and very "spacey" - and absolutely NO pink or purple . Thierry's study is warm and inviting, with his coveted leather couch perfect for dreaming up new novels. The backyard is a lovely space for entertainment or fun family evenings. With flower and vegetable gardens for Thierry and Clotilde and a space-age playground for Fleur and her friends, this gorgeously landscaped yard is made for enjoyment.
Bonus: Sim (family) Entry!
SIM: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/3A7B6C216EBE11E685405E099554D7E7?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=Bouquetcatcher&max=50&maxis=false
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bouquetcatcher/albums/72157669996594043
Please note: Flickr puts descriptions beneath the picture in slideshow mode, under my username. Or in the main link, rolling over the pics shows the title.
ENTRY DETAILS: The Leclercq family - Thierry, Clotilde and Fleur. Dashing, distinguished Thierry is a best-selling science author with a love of home and gardening; sophisticated Clotilde is a successful surgeon at Newcrest General with a passion for flowers; bright and happy Fleur is quite the social butterfly - but she does NOT like pink!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: none        
   


Results

Starting Out -:
Comments
1st Place:
Sim Challenge:
Room Challenge:

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

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

Build’n’Share Challenge #52 - Uptown Elegance

Uptown Elegance
You step into Echelon Bistro, the cool air welcoming you in from the humid evening outside. The Maître D’ greets you, asking for your reservation.

“I’m meeting with clients. The name is Hewes-Kessler.”

“Ah,” he says with a wink and a knowing smile. “Right this way.” He leads you through the restaurant, winding among white-clothed tables, soft lights, and the gentle clinking of glasses. At the rear of the restaurant, he opens a private door, ushering you into a small, but beautiful dining room with a table set for two. At the table is a pale, slight gentleman with salt-and-pepper hair and thick black glasses in a suit with a cheeky checked bowtie. The gentleman rises when he sees you, offering his hand.

“Jonah Hewes-Kessler, pleased to make your acquaintance.”

“A pleasure,” you say. “Where is the other Mr. Hewes-Kessler? I thought the three of us were meeting this evening.”

“Oh, Oliver will be along in a bit. Please,” Jonah gestures for you to be seated. “Why don’t we enjoy a nice meal first before we get to all of the details.”

You and Jonah chat over plates of crisp autumn salad, steaming bowls of porcini risotto, and the most succulent lobster thermidore you’ve ever tasted. He tells you about his career as a journalist, and how he met Oliver after writing a less than stellar review about Oliver’s bouillabaisse.

“He was so incensed by my review that he actually showed up at Doo Peas Corporate Tower with a new batch of bouillabaisse and a bottle of aged nectar, giving me an impassioned speech about how important it is to drink the proper nectar for a specific dish.” Jonah smiles wryly. “He turned out to be right. The bouillabaisse was delicious with the nectar he chose. I found his cooking enchanting, and his conversation even more so. I’ve been addicted to both ever since.”

As you wait for your baked angel food cake to arrive, he passes you a small photograph from his wallet.

“This is Sophia, our daughter. Oliver and I waited a long time for a child of our own. Finding the right adoption agency and then waiting to be chosen has been quite a difficult process, but we are finally bringing home our baby girl in a month’s time.”

“That’s wonderful!” you exclaim, taking in the beautiful dark-skinned infant with long lashes and tiny wisps of dark curls beneath a pink bow. “She’s perfect. You must be so overjoyed.”

Plates of heavenly smelling angel food cake appear in front of you and a deep voice behind you says, “We are.” You turn to see a large man with coffee-colored eyes and short dark hair, his white chef’s uniform contrasting against his dark skin. He flashes you a brilliant smile and says, “Oliver Hewes-Kessler, owner and executive chef of Echelon Bistro, pleased to meet you.”

“It’s lovely to make your acquaintance. The food here is superb -- you have quite a gift!”

“I’m glad you enjoyed it,” Oliver says, as wait staff appears out of nowhere with an additional chair and place setting for him to join you and Jonah. He motions to one of the wait staff who pours a sweet, sparkling nectar into your glasses. “You must have the proper nectar with your dessert. It makes all the difference!” Jonah catches your eye and you both laugh.

“So, I assume this precious little bundle, Sophia, is the impetus for your new home. Tell me about what you envision for your new family of three.”

“We’d like a modestly sized lot with a townhouse or a brownstone, with a gourmet kitchen and formal living and dining spaces,” Oliver begins.

“Oliver does love to have friends over to try out his latest culinary creations,” Jonah adds.

“The home should be multiple levels, with the bedrooms upstairs, separate from the other living areas. We need a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, and an additional nursery with its own bath. It should be large enough for Sophia to grow into later,” Oliver continues. “We will also need a garden or basement apartment with a separate entrance.”

“Oh, will you be renting?” you ask.

“More like bartering,” Jonah says. “We know a young college student who needs a place to stay while she goes to night school for her teaching degree. We agreed to give Nell lodging in exchange for helping us take care of Sophia since we both have careers that can be demanding at times.”

“What sort of interior style are you looking for?”

“For the main house,” Oliver says, “we’d like it to be elegant and tasteful, but not too traditional. Sort of...understated elegance. For Nell’s garden apartment, however, it should be bright and young and fun. She’s a vibrant young lady, so the space should reflect that.”

“All right. Any other requests or must-haves?”

“A small outdoor area would be great, if you could squeeze that in,” says Jonah. “Something with a bit of greenery and a patio table where we could drink coffee and let Sophia play.”

“That sounds manageable. What sort of budget will I have to work with?”

“We have $120,000 for this project.” Oliver says.

“That is a generous budget. I’m sure my team and I can come up with something that you will love...just as soon as this food coma wears off!”

The Brief:
20x15 lot
$120K budget
Multi-level townhouse/brownstone
Casual, understated elegant decor
Gourmet kitchen
Formal living and dining spaces
2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, on separate level from main living area
Garden/basement-level apartment for the nanny
- Sleeping area
- Bathroom
- Efficiency kitchen
- Small dining and living areas
- Separate entrance
- Bright, youthful decor for a college student
Small private outdoor patio area
If you include laundry facilities, the garden/basement apartment should have its own laundry

Optional Challenge:
Create the Hewes-Kesslers and their live-in nanny, Nell Pasternak. Jonah wants to be a best selling author, is a bookworm, outgoing, and a perfectionist. Oliver wants to be a master chef, is a foodie, outgoing, and romantic. Sophia is an outgoing genius who aspires to be a whiz kid. Nell is outgoing, active, and cheerful. She aspires to be a renaissance sim. Show them living in the space you created.



Official Entry List

Starting Out
FORUM ID: fabtiffsim
ORIGIN ID: fabtiffsim
LEVEL: I'll go with starting out. If the judges decide I should be something different thats a-ok with me.
LOT: The Maison D'ecrou House
Built on Oak Alcove in Newcrest
LOT COST: 1500
BUILD COST:$106.242
TOTAL COST: $107,700 but in the gallery I think it shows up as $120,426 but I didn't notice that until it was done so I wanted to double check which total is the one that I go by??
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://fabtiffsim.wordpress.com/2016/09/11/build-n-share-52/
ENTRY DETAILS: I wanted it to look like actual townhouses, so there's basically two little homes attached to each other. One side is very elegant and fancy while the other side looks like a young/hip person moved into a really old place and spruced it up with their limited income!
SIM: Because I used CC I couldn't find my family in the gallery. Sorry!
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://fabtiffsim.wordpress.com/2016/09/11/bns52-the-hewes-kesslers/
ENTRY DETAILS: I built the happy little family with as little CC as I could! It's hard to contain myself! But I definitely used CC for skin and hair and eyes, but tried to stay away for the clothes to make the list easier to manage. I wasn't entirely sure if there was no CC allowed because the judges need to download everything like some of the other build comps, but I didn't see the rule (apologies if it's there somewhere and I'm a big dirty cheater by accident!)
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS:
BUILD: None.
SIMS:
Jonah: https://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-hair-hairstyles-male/title/nicholas-hairstyle--sims-4/id/1274108/
http://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-skintones/title/pnf-|-quantum-skin/id/1336490/
http://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-skintones/title/s-club-wmll-thesims4-bassis-skintones2.0/id/1268973/
https://www.thesimsresource.com/artists/Pralinesims/downloads/browse/category/sims4/skipsetitems/1/
http://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-eyecolors/title/reflective-eye-set/id/1298965/
Oliver: https://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-hair-facial/title/s-club-wm-thesims4-beard-04/id/1327071/
http://www.thesimsresource.com/artists/Anto/downloads/browse/category/sims4/skipsetitems/1/
Sophia: http://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-skintones/title/s-club-wmll-ts4-cs1.0-/id/1319989/
https://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/browse/category/sims4-clothing-female-child/
Nell: http://sims4updates.com/missfortunes-mfs-ripped-jeans/
http://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-skintones/title/s-club-wmll-ts4-cs1.0-/id/1319989/
http://kijiko-catfood.com/3d-lashes-version2/
https://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4/id/1304506/
http://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-eyecolors/title/reflective-eye-set/id/1298965/
http://www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims4-shoes-female-teenadultelder/title/madlen-pegamon-shoes/id/1304603/


Established
FORUM ID: SyddyB206
ORIGIN ID: SyddyB206
LEVEL: Intermediate
LOT: Upton Elegance Building
LOT COST: 9,934
BUILD COST: 104,433
TOTAL COST: 114,367
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: tinyurl.com/z8x6l7f
ENTRY DETAILS: So it's a 3 bedroom house (duh). It has 4 bathrooms, though because the one on the main level is for guests. My theme was kinda Black and White. Sophia's room is pink, and Nell's section is 2 floors, and blue themed.
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: Please give me Constructive Criticism! I'm all about feedback!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
SPACE FOR PICTURES: N/A

FORUM ID: popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID:popettypop2012
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Uptown Brownstone
LINK TO GALLERY: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/591929AD763C11E6821CF7029172F49B?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST:1,500
BUILD COST: 118,092
TOTAL COST: 119,592
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/Uptown Elegance
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose a typical New York Brownstone where the main residence is the first and second floor and the basement is for Nell. The main colour scheme for the main residence is white and neutral colours except for Sophia's room, which is mainly pink. There is a little garden at the back with potted plants, BBQ, seating area and an easel for painting. Nell's apartment is mainly green with splashes of bright colours.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please, thank you.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A

FORUM ID: oXseashellXo
ORIGIN ID: oXseashellXo
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Vintage Brownstone
Link: https://www.thesims.com/gallery/26D26801774C11E68259DAF5836096B7?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=oxseashellxo&max=50&maxis=false
BUILD COST: 119,970
TOTAL COST: I think I went over here cause I didn't realize that the Gallery cost wasn't the total included in the budget and Photobucket wouldn't let me organize my photos, so I had to number them all which took forever & I'm not going back and doing that again. Neither am I ever using Photobucket again.
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e267/seashell034/TS4/Builds/Build n Share 52/09-10-16_4-46-25nbspAM.png
ENTRY DETAILS: Four story brownstone with garden apartment and several private patio's. Main level has formal Kitchen, Living and Dining rooms. Upper level has master suite and access to a patio. Top floor is a girl's room with ensuite. The garden apartment has an open floor plan, 1 bedroom and a small study.
SIM: https://www.thesims.com/gallery/77BFF0D4779711E68C77397160F534E5?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=oxseashellxo&max=50&maxis=false
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e267/seashell034/TS4/Stories/Build n Share 52 Optional Challenge/09-10-16_5-16-33nbspPM.png
ENTRY DETAILS: The Hewes-Kessler family is enjoying their new home.
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A

FORUM ID: folala
ORIGIN ID: folala
LEVEL: Established
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/3B73832A7A5F11E68279F7029172F49B?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=downloads&time=weekly&searchquery=sophia place&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 1500
BUILD COST: 118480
TOTAL COST: 119980
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1069.photobucket.com/user/Folalas/slideshow/sims4buildnshare52
ENTRY DETAILS: I based it on a tradional Georgian townhouse. The apartment is in the basement. The kitchen, dining room and WC are on the ground floor. The formal living room, WC, home office/library and a playroom are on the next level. The bedrooms and ensuites are on the top floor.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a


FORUM ID: Rostri-Jodu
ORIGIN ID: rostrijodu
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Triassic-Jurassic Jewel
LOT COST: §2,500
BUILD COST: §118,500
TOTAL COST: §120,00
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Link
ENTRY DETAILS: A two-story brownstone with two bedrooms, two and a half baths, as well as a basement apartment. It also features a drool-inducing gourmet kitchen, formal dining room and living room - perfect for hosting large parties - with a lovely terrace and private balcony!
SIM: Hewes-Kessler's with Nell Pasternak
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Link
ENTRY DETAILS: Jonah and Oliver Hewes-Kessler are ready to expand their family of two to three with the arrival of Sophia, but they may just need the help of yet another new addition in the form of Nell Pasternak!
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A

Expert

FORUM ID: lisa17ann
ORIGIN ID: lisa17ann
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: The Townhouse
LOT COST: 1500
BUILD COST:118,350
TOTAL COST: 119,850
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: HERE
ENTRY DETAILS: A traditional styled townhouse with some modern upgrades and a basement apartment. It has 2 bedrooms in the main house and one in the basement apartment. It has 2.5 bathrooms in the main house and 1 in the basement apartment. There’s also a small back garden. The basement apartment has faux natural light windows to give it less of a cave feeling (haha). **I did have to remove one of the chimney stacks because when I replaced my build for testing the price went up for some crazy reason. So just pretend it's not there please! **
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: No CC used

FORUM ID: gmcrozier
ORIGIN ID: gmcrozier
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: 909 Chestnut Street
LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/FFF0E62F76BB11E6882D397160F534E5?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=gmcrozier&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 118,414
TOTAL COST: 119,914
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1365.photobucket.com/user/Glenn_Crozier/media/909 Chestnut Street/001_zpswvnmwkhm.png.html?sort=9&o=0
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose to go with a traditional brownstone. Nell's 1 bedroom aparment is on the ground floor and has a private front and rear entrance. The main residence is on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th floor. The 2nd floor has the formal living room, family room and powder room. The 3rd floor has a gourmet kitchen and formal dining. The 4th floor has the nursery/bedroom, master bedroom and 2 bathrooms.
SIM: N/A
ROOM: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Kensington Gardens
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 92,552
TOTAL COST: 94,552
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/kfZx1
ENTRY DETAILS: End of terrace townhouse with studio apartment on the ground floor and two storey accommodation on the upper floors. Rear patio garden with sandpit and toys for Sophia, bbq dining and bin storage areas. Colourful, modern and vibrant apartment for Nell and an understated elegance design for Oliver and Jonah's accommodation.
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


Results

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

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @popettypop2012
2nd Place: @folala
Sim Challenge: @Rostri-Jodu
Room Challenge:

Expert -:
Comments
1st Place: @lisa17ann & @masajo
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Build’n’Share Challenge #53 - The Hawthorne Project

The Hawthorne Project
“You can do this, you can do this.” You mutter under your breath as you walk up the steps to the mansion in front of you. Ringing the bell, you wonder what will await you inside.

The door opens and a girl in an olde timey maids outfit stands in front of you.

“Uhm, I’m here to see Ms Hawthorne.” You manage to stammer.

The girl’s demeanour seems to soften slightly, you guess she’s seen many a person awestruck by the great house and it’s occupant, she opens the door further and ushers you into the foyer.

“The Missus is expecting you.” She says in a Southern drawl.

You follow her up one side of a two sided grand staircase, and down a wide corridor, as she nears what you assume to be The Missus’ room, she slows her pace and looks at you quizzically.

“Now, you best do right by her, you hear?” She speaks so softly, that you have to wonder if you imagined it, but she looks at you expectantly, so you nod.

Three succinct knocks on the closed door, and you hear The Missus say, “Enter.” The voice sounds strong and full of life.

The maid opens the door and stands to one side, and you are quite taken aback by the sight in front of you.

An elderly lady, and she is most definitely a lady, is sitting up in a sleigh style bed, she is attached to an array of medical equipment, and you hear the beeps from the heart rate monitor. But her frame is slight, and you wonder if the breeze from the open windows is likely to just blow her away.

“Ah, thank you so much for agreeing to the home visit, as you can see, it would have been difficult for me to come to your office.”

“Of course.” You say, thinking that this is a slight understatement.

“I understand that you wish to make a bequest to the community. But I am unsure as to how I fit in.” You start. Ms Hawthorne gestures to the seat by her bed and you sit obediently.

“That is correct, this community has been the rock on which I have weathered many a storm, both publicly, professionally and personally. I merely want to give something back, and I believe that you are exactly the right person for the job.”

She coughs, and the spasms that follow rack her frail body make you want to wince, but Ms Hawthorne keeps her composure, so you don’t allow the sadness and compassion you feel towards her show. She seems to approve and when she regains her breath she adds;

“I don’t know how much you know about my history, probably only what you remember from your grandmother’s stories of a giddy young girl who only ever wished to be famous. I remember your great grandmother, such a principled woman. She always used to cross the street whenever she saw me, to the opposite side of course. She couldn’t bear the thought of my loose morals rubbing off on your grandmother. Your great grandmother would have beaten poor Annmarie senseless had she known that we were great friends.”

She coughs again and gestures to a jug of water just out of her reach. You stand, pour a glass of water into a cut glass tumbler and hand it to her. She keeps your hand on the tumbler to steady it as she sips.

When she finishes, she gestures once more to the chair and you settle back, finding yourself being drawn into the story she tells you of the teenage pregnancy and child born out of wedlock, which back in the early 1920’s was a cardinal sin. She talks about your grandmother fondly and then goes on to regale you with tales of Starlight Shores in it’s heyday, her experiences trying to make it big and her rise to fame as the Heroine in Gone With The Sims.

Another coughing fit ensues and you pass her her tumbler, ensuring to keep hold of it this time and steady it for her as she drinks.

“And now, the reason for your visit. I wish to commission a number of homes. Homes for souls who are less fortunate than myself, I often find myself wondering what would have become of me, had things not turned out the way they have. So, I wish to home Simlandia’s unfortunates. You will have free reign over all the design details but I do have to set a budget for the homes. Every six months, you will be sent the details of the person or persons who are to benefit from the Hawthorne Project and your task is to make them somewhere that they can call home. A base from which they can improve their lives. I must insist that you include a number of items in each home to help them improve their lot in life. A computer, a garden, a chess table, an easel, at least one musical instrument and a piece of fitness equipment and a fully stocked bookcase.”

You note the must haves on your tablet and are about to ask about budget when Ms Hawthorne resumes speaking.

“Each project will have the same amount of Simoleons for you to build their home, single Sims will have less than couples, who will in turn have less than families. A dwelling for a single Sim should cost no more than $30,000. A dwelling for a two Sims, whether a single parent with one child, or a couple, should cost no more than $35,000. A dwelling for three Sims should cost no more than $40,000. A home for four or more Sims should cost no more than $45,000.”

You type like mad, trying to get all the details committed to your tablet’s memory.

“I am not much longer for this world, I have but one regret, that I never told your Grandmother how I felt about her. Of course, it would have ruined her life as well as mine, had I been honest with her. But I feel that with your help, I can at least try and bridge the gap between our two families. Of course, my son’s family can never know that they are descended from me, my son was adopted, I could never have kept him myself, I have kept up with his family though, I believe you know my grandson, Kieran.”

Your mouth opens agape. “Kieran Johnson?” You ask, not daring to believe that this could be true.

“Yes, that’s right, I am so happy that he has settled down with that lovely girl Kaye, and that their family is going from strength to strength.”

Ms Hawthorne reaches for the bell on her bedside table and the tinkle brings the maid back to the room.

“Please show our guest out.”

Looking at you, she continues, “The Hawthorne Project administration will be in touch shortly with details of your first Hawthorne Project client. Do take care of yourself, won’t you?” She asks with real emotion. In fact, if you are not mistaken, you think you see a tear trickle down her cheek. She brushes it away as the maid closes the door softly behind her.

You can’t help but ruminate on the bombshell that has just been dropped on you as you make your way slowly and carefully back to the office. Rose is seated at her desk as you enter the reception area, and you check that there is nothing new that has come in while you were out, you smile and make small talk when your phone pings, notifying you of an incoming email. You glance down at it and smile as you see that it is from the Hawthorne Project.

“Thank you for accepting the commission from the wonderful Ms Hawthorne, please find below the details of your first Hawthorne Project client.

Hi, my name is Randy Davies. My wife Jacqueline and I applied to the Hawthorne Project after our home was destroyed by a flash flood. We lost everything. We have been staying with relatives with our son Hamish and daughter Piper, and when we heard that we would be the ‘test case’ for the new project, we were thrilled. They said that I should let you know a bit about ourselves. I am a painter, I paint portraits mainly, but I haven’t had a commission in what feels like forever. My wife stay is a stay at home Mom looking after our children, she is pitching in around my sister in laws place at the moment, you know, cooking and cleaning for room and board, while I work as a mailroom technician. Hamish is 14, he is being amazing about the situation, but it’s very crowded her and I can tell he longs for his own space, he’s such a perfectionist that the jumble that we are living in at present is really hard on him. Piper is 6, she is such a little firecracker, always on the go. She’s more than happy being surrounded by people, so sociable and outgoing. Well, that’s my little family in a nutshell. We are really looking forward to having a place of our own again. Thank you for taking us on!

Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to working with you now and in the future.”

Brief:
A 3 or 4 bedroom 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 fully stocked bookcase (you will need to provide the entry level skill books for each skill that doesn’t have a skill item in the home, this means you will have to play the house to have the Sim’s buy them using their phones.)
The budget must not exceed $45,000.

Sim Challenge:
Create the Davies’, you have been given some information use it to choose their aspirations and traits.

There is no room challenge this time around.



Official Entry List

Starting Out
FORUM ID: elly001
ORIGIN ID: elly001
LEVEL: Starting Out
LOT: New Beginnings https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/1AB645D885B211E6851807521961E24C?searchtype=ea_origin_id&category=all&time=all&searchquery=elly001&sortby=downloads&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $2,000
BUILD COST: $42,943
TOTAL COST: $44,943
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/_elly001/slideshow/BnS53?sort=3
ENTRY DETAILS: This is my first ever time entering a building contest (or any type of contest!) so I hope I'm doing this right! New Beginnings is a new build style family home, 3br&2ba, with two levels; my aim for it was to create a warm and nicely decorated environment where the Davies family could spend time together but where there was also space for them to just focus quietly on skill-building as well. Hopefully I somewhat succeeded! Please note that in the two 'top down' pictures on the slideshow, there is an awning over the vegetable garden which I had to take out right at the last minute due to the cost going over. It is not included in the gallery upload. In terms of the skill books, I have all EPs/game packs and I *think* I purchased all the necessary books.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


Established
FORUM ID: SyddyB206
ORIGIN ID: SyddyB206
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Hawthourne Project
LOT COST: 1,000
BUILD COST: 44,618
TOTAL COST: 45, 618
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: tinyurl.com/zjhyezk
ENTRY DETAILS: Smallish house. Perfect for a 4 person family with, if we're being stereotypical, one boy and one girl. The upstairs has a larch porch for your sims to paint, or look out at the town.
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: N/A
SPACE FOR PICTURES: N/A

FORUM ID: kerplukee
ORIGIN ID: valednr
LEVEL: established
LOT: Oak Alcove
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 29,005
TOTAL COST: 30,505
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/cP5qn
ENTRY DETAILS: The house gives a "new york style" feel with exterior bricks and elevated floors. Inside I prefered to keep a calm and light air by using white/blue colors, contrasted by the dark counters. The first floor has 3 bedrooms, two for kids and one for parents, and a spacious bathroom. The family can enjoy their time in this charming house by playing chess, or improving their skill in painting or guitar playing. The exterior provides a nice garden too where the family can spend sunny days!
PS: I have Dine Out and perfect patio. I have bought a total of 19 skills books
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Corgi Paintings


FORUM ID:popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID: popettypop2012
LEVEL: Established
LOT:Rustic Residence
GALLERY LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/B0BAB511813511E68B76AA6C36403918?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST:2,000
BUILD COST:40,587
TOTAL COST: 42,587
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW:http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/Hawthorne Project
ENTRY DETAILS: (Be sure to tell us about your entry)
I chose a cottage style build for Randy Davies, who is a painter. The peaceful surroundings would inspire him and make him more relaxed. There is a nice veggie garden at the back for Jacqueline and there is also a fishing pond for extra activities. The musical instrument i chose is a guitar because it might interest Hamish more, being a teenage boy. There is also a dart board for him to play with in his room.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please. Thank you.


FORUM ID: AmyCarolyn
ORIGIN ID: AmarellaSims
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Davies Modern Den
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 43,460
TOTAL COST: 44,960
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/fQVuu
ENTRY DETAILS: This was very challenging for me. 45k isn't much for 3 sims but I made due and created a modern house that I feel the Davies would really enjoy. I wanted the house to be inexpensive but have a lot of potential to be a breathtaking house once the Davies make more money and can upgrade things. Each child has their own room tailored to them, and the house has plenty of separate spaces and patios for sims to hang out and practice their skills. I feel that this house can live up to all of the sims needs!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITISISM: Yes
CUSTOM CONTENT: None


FORUM ID: folala
ORIGIN ID: folala
LEVEL: Established
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/7A8385BF84FF11E68A70FEAF42B5B3F4?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=newest&time=weekly&searchquery=fresh start&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 42, 591
TOTAL COST: 44,413 (this is the amount it says when placed although the lot & build cost don't add up, no idea why!)
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1069.photobucket.com/user/Folalas/slideshow/sims4buildnshare53
ENTRY DETAILS: I made a modern two storey, 2 bath, 3 bed home with open plan living areas using the house plans from here:https://www.houseplans.com/plan/2298-square-feet-3-bedroom-2-bathroom-0-garage-modern-39079 as I really liked the layout. It has lots of outdoor space upstairs and a small outdoor play area for Piper on the ground floor. I tried to fit in as many skill objects as I could in the space but unfortunately no room for monkey bars this time.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a


FORUM ID: Ash89
ORIGIN ID: Ash1689
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Two Story Charmer
LOT COST: $1500
BUILD COST: $43, 496
TOTAL COST: $44,996
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: More pics here
ENTRY DETAILS: This two story charmer is perfect for families. Beautifully decorated with 3 beds and 1 bath. A great spacious backyard for great gatherings and plenty of fun. Comes with a full stock bookshelf, so when you buy this house get ready to learn!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: No please


Expert
FORUM ID: StSciurus
ORIGIN ID: StSciurus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: client file
ENTRY DETAILS:
For the house, I was inspired by a house and house plan I found online—a traditional style but with an interesting angled living room. I used a warm palette for the interior colors to make it seem homey—with the exception of the bedrooms, which were designed for their occupants. I created a small backyard pool as "the piece of fitness equipment" and provided a guitar for Hamish. I did try to stock the bookshelf with skill books for skills that couldn't be pursued by objects already in the home.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITISISM: Yes, please.
CUSTOM CONTENT: None

FORUM ID: gmcrozier
ORIGIN ID: gmcrozier
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: 926 Hawthorne Hill
LOT LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/3449806E845311E68BE48DB56B977992?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=gmcrozier&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 43,489
TOTAL COST: 44,989
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1365.photobucket.com/user/Glenn_Crozier/media/926 Hawthorne Hill/001_zpsfixmz3en.png.html?sort=9&o=0
ENTRY DETAILS: 926 Hawthorne Hill is a small efficiency home with the living room, kitchen and dining area sharing the same room.
SIM: N/A
ROOM: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None

Results


Starting Out -:
Comments
1st Place: @elly001
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @popettypop2012
2nd Place: @folala
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

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

Build’n’Share Challenge #54 - An Autumn Wedding

An Autumn Wedding
Autumn, such a colourful time of year you think to yourself as you sip your Pumpkin Spice Latte that Rose very kindly picked up on her way into work. You wonder if the fact that she is now sporting a rather large hunk of diamond on her left hand had something to do with her wonderful mood.

You remember her nonchalantly handing you the paper cup, when something sparkly caught your eye. You held onto her hand and turned it over with your mouth slightly agape.

“Oh my word Rose, that’s huge!” Were the first words out of your mouth. Realising that this was probably not the most appropriate way of congratulating your assistant and long time friend, you hurriedly place the cup down on your desk and envelop her in a huge bear hug.

“Congratulations!” You exclaimed.

“When did this happen?”

“Last night, he took me out on his yacht, there were rose petals and candles and it really was the most magical evening.”

She looked down at her ring and shyly back at you, “It is rather large, isn’t it?” She grinned

“Well, when’s the big day?” You asked.

“We’re not totally sure yet, Doug has a dig over Christmas but it would be lovely if I could go with him as Mrs Curtis. The only trouble is, we are having trouble sourcing a venue at this short notice.”

You noticed a small glint in her eye and smiled.

“Yes Rose, I will design and build you two the most perfect wedding venue ever to grace the face of the earth.”

“Oh, well, I really wasn’t hinting.” She said. “Oh, who am I trying to fool, of course I was, and thank you so much! Doug will be ecstatic, he’s happy to leave the details up to me, and I in turn am happy to leave them up to you. You know us both so well, and I know what you can create from a blank canvas.”

“Leave it with me, are you 100% sure about this? two weeks isn’t a lot of time to get everything else sorted.”

“Yes, we’re certain we can manage it, it’s amazing what doors Doug’s name opens.”

She bounced off into the foyer and you got to work sketching out some designs.

As you sip your drink, you hear Rose excitedly letting Doug know that all is proceeding to plan when you get a ping from your laptop notifying you of an email.

“Thank you so much for taking the job on, we have every faith in you. Just so you know, money, is of course, no object, but I’m not sure that Rose really wants a huge wedding, she keeps saying that anything will be fine with her, but I think something small and understated would suit her better, don’t you?”

Yes, you think to yourself, Douglas Curtis III, knows our Rose well, and more than that he’s putting her wants first. You smile to yourself and think that he really must love her. You go back to sketching with a smile on your face.


Brief
Chose any lot, unlimited budget, go wild!


Sim Challenge:
Show Douglas and Rose tying the knot at their purpose built venue and the following celebrations. You can find out more about Douglas here.


Room Challenge:
There is no room challenge for BnS54


Official Entry List

Starting Out

N/A


Established
FORUM ID: kerplukee
ORIGIN ID: valednr
LEVEL: established
LOT: Midtown meadows
LOT COST: 3000
BUILD COST: 72121
TOTAL COST: 75121
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: here
ENTRY DETAILS: I used two main colors white and red because white is the color of wedding, and red because her name "Rose" and her trait romantic. The wedding altar is located at the center surrounded by the chairs where the few selected guests will take place; while building it I thought about a new ceremony/rituals: after joining at the center and make their vows, the couple has to walk to the left in order to drink from the Fountain of Love (symbol of their everlasting love) and then has to walk to the right where they'll light up the Candle of Promises (symbol that their promise will last forever). After the celebration all the guests are invited to take a seat at the table together with the couple: at the center in front of the fountain, the newly weds will cut the cake. Meanwhile the guests can enjoy themselves by the piano or sipping some delicious drinks at the bar.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes


FORUM ID: SyddyB206
ORIGIN ID: SyddyB206
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Castle Wedding
LOT COST: 3,000
BUILD COST: 130,070
TOTAL COST: 1330,070
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: imgur.com/a/CjOMy
ENTRY DETAILS: Beautiful castle for big weddings. Lots of seating for guests and for the family. A large bar and entertainment center. A large dance floor for showing off those moves! Couches for you guests to be comfortable. A very nice kitchen for all of your catering needs.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes Please! I love Constructive Criticism!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


FORUM ID: Ash89
ORIGIN ID: Ash1689
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Historic Gardens
LOT COST: 2150
BUILD COST: 344,156
TOTAL COST: 346, 306
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: More Pic Here
ENTRY DETAILS: Beautiful historic gardens has been nicely kept for years. Stunning grounds front and back. A gorgeous 2 story home with 5 beds and 2 baths.


FORUM ID: folala
ORIGIN ID: folala
LEVEL: Established
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/00B71A8E8C8311E68FD5CED46F8BFBEB?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=glenveagh castle&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 12,000
BUILD COST: 549, 240
TOTAL COST: 564,423
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.flickr.com/gp/folala/ahkT14
ENTRY DETAILS: I based this on a real castle in Co Donegal, Ireland because I think it would be a lovely place to have a wedding. It's a Scottish baronial style mansion. The real gardens are HUGE so I've just made up my own version of the gardens as well as the interior. I put three wedding arches so the ceremony can either be inside the castle in a dedicated room, in the formal walled garden or in the middle of the forest. There are loads of guest bedrooms and a honeymoon suite too.
I had to abandon photobucket as its become impossible to label & organize pictures. I haven't used flickr before so please let me know if there are any problems accessing it, thanks.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a


FORUM ID: Wildling
ORIGIN ID: gcouti
LEVEL: Established? (This is my first challenge, but there are no other Starting Out contestants, so...)
LOT: Rose's Wedding
LOT COST: 5.500
BUILD COST: 79.278
TOTAL COST: 84.778
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://smg.photobucket.com/user/blindspell/slideshow/tsf/Roses venue?sort=3
ENTRY DETAILS:
Rose wanted a fairy-tale wedding, while Douglas didn't really care, as long as she was happy. Eventually, he let it slip that he wanted something outdoors. I went for a style a little different from what I want one day for myself, I little tacky, I dare say =P
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Please!


Expert
FORUM ID:popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID:popettypop2012
LEVEL: Expert?
LOT: Let's Get Married
GALLERY LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/2B680A6B8D1311E68262A46AF90B8639?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: I built this on the Umbrage Manor lot in Willow Creek after I bulldozed the house and I don't know how much the lot cost, sorry
BUILD COST:194,621
TOTAL COST: (Lot cost and build cost added together)
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/Lets Get Married
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose a lot of white flowers and greenery for the outside, where the wedding would be held. I love outdoor weddings, it is really romantic! There is a honeymoon suite, a living room with a huge TV, a very well equiped kitchen and a nice bathroom inside the building for the married couple to retire afterwards.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: YES, Please

FORUM ID: oXseashellXo
ORIGIN ID: oXseashellXo
LEVEL: advanced
LOT: Barnyard Gardens: https://www.thesims.com/gallery/26D767F78D9511E689DFCED46F8BFBEB?category=all&searchtype=hashtag&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=wedding&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: Avarice Acres in Newcrest, so I think $2,500?
BUILD COST: $242,669
TOTAL COST: ~$245,169
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.flickr.com/gp/145710301@N04/9bYaP1
ENTRY DETAILS: I wanted a Pinterest inspired garden venue with string lights and the ceremony in the barn, but the game doesn't have the items I would need to build that dream ... So, The ceremony is outdoors with picturesque gardens. The lot is a fully functioning park, and the playground is tucked around back. The reception has long rustic tables adorned with flowers in bright earth tones. The industrial kitchen can provide more than enough to serve the large party. Finally, the main barn functions as the dance hall.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes

FORUM ID: StSciurus
ORIGIN ID: StSciurus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Portfolio
ENTRY DETAILS: I thought Rose and Doug might like a country wedding and what better place than outside of Windenburg. I also thought a Gothic Victorian structure would be appropriate for the setting.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes


Results

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

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @kerplukee & @folala
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

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

Build’n’Share Challenge #55 - For Your Amusement

For Your Amusement
You are up to your elbows in blueprints at your drafting table when Rose bursts into your office, slamming the door and throwing her body against it. She’s breathing hard. Her eyes are wide and panicked. Such a contrast top how she looked when she stepped into the office this morning, her first day back after her honeymoon.

“Rose! What happened? What’s the matter?”

“I...I…there’s someone...outside...just standing there…” The hairs plum on the back of your neck.

“Okay, Rose,” you say, grasping her arms to help her focus. “What else did you see?” Rose hesitates and then her words come out in a whisper.

“I think it’s a CLOWN.” You relax slightly, because as long as you have known Rose, she has been a caulrophobic.

“All right, Rose. Why don’t you stay here while I go take care of this.” She nods and shudders, but moves away from the door. “Just shut the door behind me. It’s going to be fine.” You give her arm one last reassuring squeeze and then head into the reception area where you stop cold.

He’s there on the front walk, eerily illuminated by a single streetlamp. His skin is chalky white, unnatural, and his face bears the unmistakeable makeup of a clown. He is standing completely still, just staring at you through the glass front door. A chill runs up your spine. You give yourself a mental shake, square your shoulders, and then open the door.

“Can I help you, sir?” you ask, hoping he can’t hear the quaver in your voice. No response. “Sir. Do you need something?” Then slowly he comes toward you. As he approaches you see his face more clearly. His makeup is sloppy, with black streaks of mascara running down his cheeks to a red gash of a mouth. When he smiles at you, it is gruesome and you cannot help but shudder slightly.

“Is this you?” He rasps, handing you a business card you hadn’t realized he was holding. You take the card, noting his dirty, too-long fingernails. You glance down to see the firm’s business card with your name embossed on it.

“It is. Who are you?”

“I am called Jangles.”

“All right, Mr. Jangles. What can I do for you?”

“It’s just Jangles. Perhaps I could come inside so we could discuss it.”
“Mr...ah...Jangles, we are just closing up for the night. Why don’t you tell me briefly what it is you need, and then we can set up an appointment time for you.” During daylight hours, you think to yourself.

“I would like for you to build me a funhouse.”

“A funhouse? That’s an unusual request.”

“I find the activities at the Fall Festival to be lacking and pedestrian. As a clown and magician by trade, I would like to offer the townspeople an alternative for fright and delight all year round.”

“That sounds intriguing, Jangles. I’d be happy to help you. Why don’t you take this card and call me in the morning so we can schedule an appropriate time to go over the details.”

“I look forward to it. Good night.” With that, Jangles skulks away into the shadows and you lock the door behind him with a satisfying click.

The Brief:

**Build a funhouse with games, twists and turns, and spooky surprises
**Community lot in the town of your choice, no larger than 40x40
**Unlimited budget
**Include bathrooms and some way for the public to eat (grill, buffet table, etc.)
**Create a space for Jangles to perform magic tricks

Sim Challenge:
Create Jangles with the traits of your choice. Show him and the public using the new space.

Room Challenge
There is no room challenge this time around.


Official Entry List

Starting Out

N/A


Established
FORUM ID: SyddyB206
ORIGIN ID: SyddyB206
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Funhouse of Frights!
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 38,938
TOTAL COST: 40,938
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: imgur.com/a/nHV5t
ENTRY DETAILS: A beautiful park with a nice funhouse and stage
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: Please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
SPACE FOR PICTURES: N/A


Expert
FORUM ID: popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID: popettypop2012
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Jangles Funhouse and cafe
GALLERY LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/96267A2499B011E6858307521961E24C?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 20,000
BUILD COST: 91,725
TOTAL COST: 101,725
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Under construction, Photobucket won't let me put descriptions on my pictures. I've tried for two days..
http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/Jangles Funhouse
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose to make a cafe with a big stage for Jangles to perform and lots of park activities outside.

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, thank you.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A

FORUM ID: folala
ORIGIN ID: folala
LEVEL: I'm going to jump out of my comfort zone and go for Expert this week
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/4F1412809AD911E68BBDFEAF42B5B3F4?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=newest&time=weekly&searchquery=enchanted forest park&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 3,000
BUILD COST: 212,271
TOTAL COST: 215,271
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.flickr.com/gp/folala/Y1cG23
ENTRY DETAILS: I started making this build with creepy fairytales, like Brothers Grimm, in mind and also an old tv advert for Metz Schnapps. (not sure if anyone remembers it 'beware the Judderman') I think it maybe ended up a bit more cutsey than creepy though!
I set it as a park. The cottage has the amenities in it. The castle is the funhouse with games and mazes and the Magic show is on the top floor of the castle. The playground and jungle gym are in the valley below the castle and there is also a gingerbread house which I put a tiny nite club in for no particular reason.

CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, Please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a


Results

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

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @SyddyB206
Sim Challenge: N/A
Room Challenge: N/A

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

Build’n’Share Challenge #56 - New Beginnings

Challenge Title
Rose is in the foyer conducting the first part of the interviews for her replacement, when you hear an incredibly soft knock at your office door. It was so quiet that you think you must have imagined it, when you hear it again. “Come in.” You say.

The door opens and a young woman enters your office. She is petite, with russet red hair, green eyes and you can’t help but be reminded of elves as you look at her.

“I am so sorry to bother you, but I thought, as I was here anyway.”

“Are you part of the interview group?” You ask.

“Yes, Rose has let us have a quick personal break for drinks and the such like.”

You study her face, she looks eager, but a little nervous.

“I was wondering, I am new to the area, I have a little saved up…”

She clams up and her cheeks redden slightly.

“You were wondering if I have a space in my calendar to design and build you a home?” You ask, smiling. You like this woman, she seems to radiate a certain tranquility.

She smiles and nods.

“I’ll have to check with Rose, but I think I may just have a free spot for you. What was your name?”

“It’s Fern.”

Pressing your intercom, Rose’s voice asks if she can help you?

“I have Fern with me in here.”

“You need a Fern, in your office?” She asks bemused.

Chuckling, you gesture to Fern to speak.

“This is Fern Arìaith, from the interview group…”

“What are you doing in the office?”

“Well, I wanted to see…”

Cutting Fern off, before she finishes.

“Fern wishes us to build her a home Rose.”

“Ah, OK, you want me to check the diary?” She asks

“Please.”

You hear tapping and clicking as Rose works her magic on your less than perfect computer system.

“Blasted thing.” You hear her mutter beneath her breath.

“Ah, OK, yes, we can fit her in at the beginning of next year?”

“Rose, we can’t have a potential employee sleeping rough on the streets for the next couple of months, are you sure you can’t find a space to squeeze her in next?” You ask, knowing that asking Rose to do the impossible is the best way to get her to do anything!

“Well, if I call our next client and ask them to postpone their next project, I guess we could…” She is mainly talking to herself at this point and you can hear her cogs turning as she thinks. “I just need to think of a suitable reason.”

You cough and sneeze loudly in the direction of the intercom.

“What’s that, you’re coming down with a cold?! Well, you couldn’t possibly take any new clients for at least a fortnight.” You can tell that she is smiling as the intercom clicks off.

“Well Fern, what would you like us to build?”

Brief:

A 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom starter home
Budget $20,000 including the lot
Lot has to be within Willow Creek
Natural materials
Has to feel light and airy

Sim Challenge:
Create Fern Arìaith, she loves the outdoors and good, her third trait and her lifetime aspiration are up to you!

Room Challenge
Show us Fern's bedroom, you have just $3,500 for this room.


Official Entry List

Starting Out

N/A


Established

FORUM ID: 17lani71
ORIGIN ID: 17lani71
LEVEL: Intermediate
LOT: Honeycomb Cottage 2 (by 17lani71)
LOT COST: 1,500 simoleons
BUILD COST: 17,625 simoleons
TOTAL COST: 19, 125 simoleons
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://www.onelittlesimmer.wordpress.com/2016/10/30/honeycomb-cottage-and-residents/
ENTRY DETAILS: This charming 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage is a delight. With a spacious living/kitchen/hall, and outdoor dining area, this pleases even the fussiest of sims.
SIM: Fern Ariath (by 17lani71)
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://onelittlesimmer.wordpress.com/2016/10/30/honeycomb-cottage-and-residents/
ENTRY DETAILS: Fern Ariath enjoys wearing comfortable, simple clothing, often inspired by nature.
ROOM: Natural Rustic Bedroom (by 17lani71)
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://onelittlesimmer.wordpress.com/2016/10/30/honeycomb-cottage-and-residents/
ENTRY DETAILS: This cosy bedroom has plenty of fresh air and light, gained from the many windows. Potted plants create a more relaxed atmosphere.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: I would like to receive constructive criticism, thanks.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Fern's hair - www.thesimsresource.com/downloads/details/category/sims3-hair-hairstyles-female/title/sandy-hairstyle--te/id/1355908/


FORUM ID:PortRoyal56
ORIGIN ID: PortRoyal56
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Mid Century Starter
LOT COST: 2,500
BUILD COST: 17,166
TOTAL COST: 19,666
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/p0tyU
ENTRY DETAILS: An open concept mid century modern home with lots of windows to let the light in. This home features all the necessities in a starter home, without sacrificing comfort or style.
Constructive Criticism Welcome!!!!


FORUM ID: popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID: popettypop2012
LEVEL: Established
GALLERY NAME: The Brick Starter
Gallery LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/8ECBC997A20111E6841EE3E25C38B524?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 17,970
TOTAL COST: 19,970
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s373.photobucket.com/user/cillaben/slideshow/The Brick Starter
ENTRY DETAILS: The house is made from brick and with lots of large windows to make it feel more light and airy. The living and kitchen area are open plan and there is a little nook for computer and reading. The front balcony area has a bench for Fern, who loves the outdoor, to read a book and listen to music.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a


FORUM ID: Nellythekidd
ORIGIN ID: nellythekidd
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Elven Starter
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 17,970
TOTAL COST: 19,970
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Postimage.org Gallery
ENTRY DETAILS: I made a sort of a combination of loft and cottage, in attempt to make the build have airy feel. The upstair bedroom is loft style. I tried to use natural materials through out the house. In the front yard there is small garden patch for Fern to grow plants, and easel to paint pictures in the garden. It is located in Willow Creek world, the 20x15 lot of the top right neighborhood.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes I would like to receive constructive criticism!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a


FORUM ID: SyddyB206
ORIGIN ID: SyddyB206
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Easy Breezy Home
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 16,072
TOTAL COST: 18,072
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: imgur.com/a/rCJ7a
ENTRY DETAILS: Sweet home with great landscaping. The inside is a studio house with a small bathroom.
SIM: I couldn't find the link, but her name is Elfie on the Gallery
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/HurWt
ENTRY DETAILS: Adorable Elf-like girl with green and red clothing.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: (Please state here as to whether or not you would like to receive constructive criticism for your entry
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Bernies Simblr BH Wild and Free
harleyqiuneyes Port Wine Stain
MYOBI winterbite
Leeleesims1 Under Wraps
Nolan Sims Trill Jeans
Kijiko Eyelashes
Herramientas Vintage Lover Dress
Aveira Medlen Novara Sandals Recolor
Kanzar Venix Eyeshadow
Elliesimple Open Shoulder Top
Trillyke Black Skinnies
SD Retro Bikini
NotEgain Elf Ears


FORUM ID: Don_Oello
ORIGIN ID: Don_Oello
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Overwatch
LOT COST: 1500
BUILD COST: 18489
TOTAL COST: 19989
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/G7VK4
ENTRY DETAILS: Overwatch is a modern starter with light colors and a carport, from the balcony you have a great view of Willow Creek (or anywhere else you want to place it )

SIM: N/A
ROOM: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC


Expert
FORUM ID: folala
ORIGIN ID: folala
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/5F48094CA1DC11E688BCA68B05B62D2F?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=newest&time=weekly&searchquery=outside in starter&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 18,444
TOTAL COST: 19,994
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://flic.kr/s/aHskGtzhKc
ENTRY DETAILS: I made an open plan house with natural wooden walls so the house feels really light and airy. The bathroom (downstairs) and bedroom (upstairs) are enclosed. The décor is quite minimal but this is not by choice -a lot of the budget went on the wooden walls (basement walls included)!

CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a

SPACE FOR PICTURES:

FORUM ID: gmcrozier
ORIGIN ID: gmcrozier
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Cozy Starter
LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/753968C5A44611E689FA1A48E9EF6133?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=gmcrozier&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 17,998
TOTAL COST: 19,998
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1365.photobucket.com/user/Glenn_Crozier/media/cozy cottage 2/11-06-16_10-04-46nbspAM_zpsob529ups.png.html?sort=9&o=0
ENTRY DETAILS: Small cozy home with just the essentials, for the Sim that is just starting out.
SIM: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: None


FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Two Hoots
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 17,996
TOTAL COST: 19,996
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/aUeuW
ENTRY DETAILS: Two Hoots, named for it's twin gables, is a cottage style contemporary home using natural materials, comprising double bedroom, bathroom and open plan kitchen/diner and living room to give a spacious and airy feel. Front garden and driveway and rear patio garden for dining and relaxing, with bin storage area.
SIM: N/A
ROOM: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: No CC


FORUM ID: pronterus
ORIGIN ID: pronterus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Liwanag
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 18,495
TOTAL COST: 19,995
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: LINK
ENTRY DETAILS: Liwanag or "brightness" in Tagalog is a Filipino-inspired modern starter that uses natural building materials such as stone and wood. This starter comes with one bedroom and one bathroom, a kitchenette, and a living area with large windows, perfect for taking in the sun. The overhead roofs naturally reduce the amount of sunlight that comes in to keep the inside bright, airy, and cool. Built-in planters surround the home, creating an atmosphere of sensibility towards nature. The slanted stone walls in front of the home create a sense of privacy while one side and the rear have large windows that are perfect for letting in sunlight.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please


Results

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

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @portroyal56
2nd Place: @popettypop2012
Sim Challenge: @SyddyB206
Room Challenge: @17lani71

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

Build’n’Share Challenge #57 - Hipster Loft Apartment

Hipster Loft Apartment
The doorbell to your studio rings, and as you race to the front door you think, “I sure miss Rose!” So far you have found no one to replace her and all the temps you have hired have been inadequate, including the one who didn’t show up today! At least you remembered that a young couple had scheduled an appointment for this morning.

You greet a lovely young woman with coffee colored skin and short black hair who introduces herself as Jenna Jaspar. With her is a pale young man with wild and long red hair, a hipster beard and glasses. He is Derek Darby, Jenna’s boyfriend. Both young people are heavily tattooed, are wearing earrings, skinny jeans and t-shirts.

You offer them something to drink, and they both ask for chai tea. If Rose were here, you would have chai tea to give them, but all you can find in the studio kitchenette is some herbal mint tea. They accept the tea—grudgingly, it seems to you.

“So what may I do for you both today?” you ask.

Jenna starts, “I don’t really think we need you at all—no offense—but Daddy insisted I see you about designing our apartment in San Myshuno.”

“And who is your father?” you continue politely, ignoring the “no offense” remark.

“Um, Jefferson Jaspar. We’re from Oasis Springs, you know,” she replies.

And you do know! Jefferson Jaspar is a prominent businessman in Oasis Springs, and his wife, Joanna is currently the mayor!

“Jenna is a trust fund baby,” Derek inserts with a bit of sarcasm (and resentment?).

“Can it, boyfriend!” Jenna shoots back. They have obviously had this discussion before.

Trying to get things back on track, you say, “Where in San Myshuno is your new apartment?”

“We scored a really dope apartment in the Spice Market district. Daddy thinks it’s a dump, though,” Jenna says.

“It just needs a little TLC is all,” Derek interrupts. “I coulda fixed it up myself.”

“But Daddy talked to landlord,” Jenna shoots ‘a look’ at Derek. “The place has been gutted now, and he—I mean ‘we’—want you to design a two-bedroom, one bathroom apartment for us. The second bedroom is Mom’s idea.”

“Yeah,” Derek interrupts again, “I think she’s planning to visit us—like, often!”

“She is not, Derek! She also insists that it has a decent kitchen, but it can be small. If it were up to us, we wouldn’t need a kitchen. We eat most of our meals out, or do take out.”

“And don’t forget about the computer, Jenna,” Dereks interrupts for the third time.
“Oh yeah,” Jenna says. “Derek needs a workspace with a computer.”

“I scored a great job with SimsArt!” Derek can hardly contain himself. “We’re working on a spinoff to the VoidCritters franchise called Ninja Squirrel Blowout!”

“And I need an easel,” Jenna continued. “I have a job at the Arts Center.”

“Okay!” you say. “What sort of style do you like?”

“I think an industrial vibe is dope!” Derek says. “And I’m kind of a boho chic princess,” Jenna says looking at Derek. And the two burst out laughing.

Requirements: You do not have to own City Living to enter this challenge! You can download the apartment shell here:
https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/E9EAC65BA68911E68825E3E25C38B524?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=StSciurus&max=50&maxis=false

2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
small kitchen area
computer work area for Derek
easel for Jenna
usual dining and living areas
interior style: industrial with a boho chic vibe

What you cannot change:
exterior walls and windows
exterior wall textures (including the balcony)
balcony railing
front door (brown)

What you can change:
add interior walls and doors
interior wall textures
door to balcony
add light fixtures, including balcony

Budget:

total of §45,681: §6,681 for the lot and apartment shell, §39,000 for the apartment interior renovation
the build can either be uploaded as a lot to the gallery, or as a room following this tutorial: http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/902379/tutorial-how-to-share-apartments-in-the-gallery-for-the-upcoming-city-life

Sim Challenge:

Create Jenna and Derek and show them enjoying their new apartment. Jenna’s aspiration is Painter Extraordinaire. Derek’s aspiration is Computer Whiz. Everything else is up to you!

Room Challenge:
No room challenge this time.



Official Entry List

Starting Out

N/A


Established
FORUM ID: SOraya4sims
ORIGIN ID: Bladian1
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Industrial Chic
LOT COST: 6,681
BUILD COST: +/- 37.500
TOTAL COST: 45.505
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/1RNGi
ENTRY DETAILS: A nice Industrial chic appartment. i think Jenna and Derek will like it a lot.. its really a fusion of the 2 styles. i would not mind to live here. The computer/painting area is an area appart but it is still part of the living area's.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes


FORUM ID: Breezyblue022
ORIGIN ID: Breezyblue022
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Hipster apartment
LOT COST: §6,681
BUILD COST: §38,976
TOTAL COST: §45,657
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/CHJnA
ENTRY DETAILS: A colorful industrial apartment decked out with boho chic décor.
SIM: Hipster couple
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/foHL0
ENTRY DETAILS: Derek is an ambitious computer geek who loves to try out different cuisines at every restaurant he can. Jenna is an outgoing art-lover who could spend days looking at every art piece in any museum that she visits.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please


FORUM ID: emere
ORIGIN ID: osiazul
LEVEL: established
LOT: 19 Culpepper Apartment https://www.thesims.com/gallery/6A4EEE71AC7C11E68FF6A68B05B62D2F
LOT COST: 784
BUILD COST: 38,596
TOTAL COST: 39,380
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://s1078.photobucket.com/user/osiazul/slideshow/apartment
ENTRY DETAILS: I want to keep the industrial look but with the warm touch of the boho style. So the ambiance is urban but with a vibrant feeling to keep the vitality and energy needed in a city. The apartment is small but it offers privacy to the residents in each room.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: none.


FORUM ID: Don_Oello
ORIGIN ID: Don_Oello
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Pepper Industries
LOT COST: 6681
BUILD COST: 38989
TOTAL COST: 45670
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/kUnqG
ENTRY DETAILS: Pepper Industries was once a warehouse in the spices district of San Myshuno, now it's converted to a 2 bed/1 bath apartment with a boho vibe. some bits needs tlc though like some bits of wall and the balcony
SIM: N/A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A just realtor Archie Tect playtesting
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTY DETAILS: Lot is saved as a room for placement in San Myshuno

CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: no CC


Expert
FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Indichic Life
LOT COST: 6,681
BUILD COST: 38,974
TOTAL COST: 45,655
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/S2TvF
ENTRY DETAILS: Industrial meets Boho Chic to reach a happy medium. Colourful, warm and cosy, yet chic and stylish, meeting the demands of both styles.
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: folala
ORIGIN ID: folala
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/EAAF7A47AB6811E682C0A68B05B62D2F?category=rooms&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=weekly&searchquery=folala&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 784
BUILD COST: 38, 214
TOTAL COST: 38, 998
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://flic.kr/s/aHskoHEoCE
ENTRY DETAILS: My flat has an Industrial look with a hint of boho chic, hopefully. I put the desk in the main bedroom to leave the living area more open and give Jenna plenty of room to fling paint around! The balcony has a seating area & small garden
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a


FORUM ID: popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID: popettypop2012
LEVEL: Established
LOT: 19 Culpepper House
Gallery Link:
https://www.thesims.com/gallery/B5298026AAE411E68489A68B05B62D2F?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 784
BUILD COST: 37,447
TOTAL COST: 36,663
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/Xv5N9
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose a mostly boho style with touches of industrial for the young couple.
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: pronterus
ORIGIN ID: pronterus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Boho Industrial Flat
LOT COST: 6,681
BUILD COST: 39,000
TOTAL COST: 45,681 (Exact amount!!!)
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: HERE
ENTRY DETAILS: I went with a bright industrial look with some boho touches here and there. This two-bedroom apartment comes with a bathroom, a small kitchen, a living area with an area for painting, a veranda, and a computer nook. I'm not very familiar with this style, but I'm glad it turned out well.

CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: none

Results

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

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @emere
2nd Place: @BreezyBlue022
Sim Challenge: @BreezyBlue022
Room Challenge: N/a

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

Build’n’Share Challenge #58 - The Second Sister - Journye

The Second Sister - Journye
Your phone beeps, startling you out of the creative trance you were in. It beeps again from somewhere within the clutter scattered over your drafting table. Frantically, you toss things around until you locate the offensive object.

A notice flashes on the screen: Phone conference with Journye. You let out the annoyed sigh that only an interrupted artist can understand, before dialing the number.

A highly annoyed female voice greets you by name against the backdrop of a series of bangs and slams.

“Journye?” You ask, hesitantly.

“Yeah. Hows it going?” She says amiably, before grunting. There’s the sound of something breaking.

“I’m fine…Is this a bad time?”

“No. Its fine. We’re just setting up for a concert tonight. Sorry about the noise.”

“It sounds like you’re in a warzone.”

“Really? You’re doing this now?” comes the acerbic British voice of one of the other sisters, Sarah.

Journye says “If I don’t, Rosie will kill me.”

Theres a sharp cry in the back ground, then a series of loud cracks. “Shit. Can I call you back in 5?”

“Um…sure.”

Its closer to 15 before she calls you back again, sounding a little breathless.

“Sorry. Ah, one of the stagehands hurt himself.” The noise has dropped considerably.

“Its not a problem. So what can I do for you Journye?”

“Well, I need a place. My wife and her business partner are coming into town. Lily’s gonna take over my old room at Gunk’s for a while. But Rosie and I need a place to live. It would be nice if I could have it close to Gunk’s, next door or across the street. Something that’s a short run or walk since we rehearse at her place. Need at least 2 rooms. Pretty. Rosie’s more girly than I am. Former cheerleader, fashion designer, nutritionist, likes pink… So, I need a place to hang out away from the girly stuff and she needs a place to work on her fashion stuff. I’m not exactly a homemaker, or whatever the word is, like her. Decent kitchen. Really nice master suite.” Journye sounds like shes at a bit of a loss. “Um, good security system, fenced back yard…”

Sympathetically, you say “She didn’t give you much direction did she?”

“No. I’d have dumped it on her if she wasn’t busy getting ready to move her and Lily’s store out here.” The tortured sound in Journye’s voice moves you to suggest something you normally wouldn’t.

“Would you like me to decide on the details for you? Then we can change things out if she doesn’t like it.”

“If I wasn’t already married, I’d marry you.” she says with relief clear in her voice. In the background someone calls out something. “Ive got to go. Thanks!”

“Wait! Whats my budget?”

“Oh. Um, 45?” Then the line goes dead.

Requirements:

Budget 45,000 (to include build cost plus lot cost)
2 or more bedrooms
Nice master suite
Get away room for Journye
Work room for Rosie

Sim Challenge:

Show Journye’s reaction to her new home.



Official Entry List

Starting Out

N/A


Established
FORUM ID: SyddyB206
ORIGIN ID: SyddyB206
LEVEL: Established
LOT: House Of The Ages
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 42,718
TOTAL COST: 44,718
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://imgur.com/a/l4Jdc
ENTRY DETAILS: This house is very pink. The landscaping is great. There are 2 bedrooms. One bedroom is a master bedroom. The other is a beautiful guest bedroom. There are two bathrooms. One connected to the master bedroom, The other bathroom is just a normal bathroom. Niv=ce small backyard area with a basketball hoop. Nice kitchen.

SIM: I use a lot of Custom Content, so the gallery website decides it doesn't want to find my cc stuff. If you go to the gallery in the game and search 'Journye Lark' you'll find her.
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: imgur.com/a/yRMwI
ENTRY DETAILS: Journye's asperation is Party Animal. Her traits are Outgoing, Creative, and Self-Assured.
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS: N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, Please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: Miss Paraply Anto Synasty Recolors
Alf-Si Eyebrows 09
Screaming Mustard Fiona Eyeshadow
Autumn Matte Lip Collection By MAC
toksik kaliah blouse
simpliciarty Skinny Ripped Black Jeans
Kenzar Agronos Eyeshadow
bukovka female halter romper
madlen barbana shoes
kylie lip kit mattes
kijiko eyelash extension
SLL hoodie short sleeves
trillyke black skinnies
MsBlue Lauruna Skin
Sim Blob Sentate Kitty Jumper
Callie V Cute Animal Knickers
Plain Boho Romper by Trillyke
Madlen Dalmatia Shoes
Kenzar Lorac Pro Palette

FORUM ID:popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID:popettypop2012
LEVEL: Established
LOT: I Dream of Pink
GALLERY LINK:https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/D0396E07B76F11E68F3D4D60CAC603EE?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST:43,498
BUILD COST:1,500
TOTAL COST: 44,998
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/ORu3H
ENTRY DETAILS: I chose to make a two storey, cottage style house in Windenburg for Rosie and Journye to live in. The exterior is pink and white and the main colours of the first floors are pink and a little bit of purple. The second floor is a bit more neutral because it's where Journye's room is and also the guest room and extra bathroom.
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. Thank you:)
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: (Please give links to any CC, mods, and/or recolours you used in your entry)


Expert
FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Limoncello
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 42,998
TOTAL COST: 44,998
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/ktg6e
ENTRY DETAILS: Lemon fresh exteriors with fenced in rear garden and getaway area for Journye with seating and workout equipment. Front patio areas with bar, seating and dining. Pink inspired interiors with a work room for Rosie.
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: folala
ORIGIN ID: folala
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/963F842BBB3D11E686325C5AFD49DBA5?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=newest&time=weekly&searchquery=rosies retreat&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 2000
BUILD COST: 42, 994
TOTAL COST: 44, 994
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://flic.kr/s/aHskMXnMFm
ENTRY DETAILS: I built a fairly traditional home but with an open living/kitchen/dining area. I thought that as they have their own rooms to get away to it would be nice to have an open everyday living area to spend time together. Rosies office and Journyes den are upstairs along with the guest bedroom and the living areas and master bedroom/ensuite are downstairs.

CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a


Results

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

Established -:
Comments
1st Place: @popettypop2012
Sim Challenge: @SyddyB206
Room Challenge: N/A

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

Build’n’Share Challenge #59 - The Hawthorne Project - Phase 2

The Hawthorne Project - Phase 2
“I can’t believe it’s been three months since I met Ms Hawthorne” You think to yourself as you open the email from The Hawthorne Legacy on your laptop. You still had Rose sitting in the foyer being her ultra efficient self, now, the foyer looks a little like a bomb site, with papers and folio’s littering most of the surfaces.

“I really miss Rose. But I must find a replacement soon, or this place is going to start losing clients.” You ruminate on this as you read the email.

Hi, my name is Karl Hedges, I saw a flyer for the Hawthorne Project and had to email in for my sister, Julia. She is new to the area and is stuck in a small one room apartment in a shady area of town. It’s a shame she’s so much of a loner, she barely leaves her apartment. She deserves better than this, I would love to help her myself, but my husband was recently made redundant and we have three wonderful children to support. She moved here to be closer to us and I feel just awful that things haven’t turned out as planned. We were planning on building an annexe to our home for her to live in, so that I could return to work as a Personal Assistant. Julia is a nanny, she is so family oriented, we were going to provide room and board for her services. I have attached a link to her Simpinterest account so that you can see the sort of décor ideas she has.

You click the link and you are taken to a page that shows a real love of shabby chic, lots of baby pinks and blues and creams. This girl has taste you think to yourself. As you continue to browse Julia’s Pins you notice that there are lots of Yoga poses and clothing, as well as healthy recipes. You continue to read the rest of Karl’s email.

She doesn’t know that I am doing this for her, she is quite proud and would hate to think that she was being given ‘charity’, but I want her to be safe and have a home she can love. Everyone deserves at least that. She is so cheerful about her situation, insisting that something will turn up.

Thanks for taking the time to read this email and I really hope to hear from you soon.

Regards.

Karl Hedges

This is perfect, you think to yourself, you start up your design programme and start beavering away on ideas for your new project.

Brief:
A 1 or 2 bedroom 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 book case.
The budget must not exceed $30,000.

Sim Challenge:
Create Julia Hedges from the information provided in the brief.


Official Entry List

Starting Out

N/A


Established
FORUM ID: popettypop2012
ORIGIN ID:popettypop2012
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Shabby Chic Cottage
GALLERY LINK: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/browse?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=newest&time=all&searchquery=popettypop2012&max=50&maxis=false
BUILD COST: 27,403
LOT COST:1,500
TOTAL COST:29,903
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/HREUK
ENTRY DETAILS: I made a small cottage that is mainly light blue and cream in colour with a Shabby Chic style. There is a small veggie patch at the back of the house.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please, thank you

FORUM ID: SyddyB206
ORIGIN ID: SyddyB206
LEVEL: Established
LOT: BoHo Chic Starter
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 25,895
TOTAL COST: 27,395
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/hbOoE
ENTRY DETAILS: You would love this house if you love small spaces! It has all the necessities including a vegetable garden and many fun activities!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please!
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A


Expert
FORUM ID: FaithofKaela
ORIGIN ID: FaithofKaela
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Shabby Chic Bungalow
LOT COST: $2,000
BUILD COST: $27,596
TOTAL COST: $29,596
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Shabby Chic Bungalow Media
ENTRY DETAILS: I created a small bungalow for Julia to live in it is quite basic, but it should have everything she needs. A large reception room, a kitchen, a small dining nook, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Decorated in creams, pinks and blues, I tried to create her a sanctuary from the outside world. Everything the Hawthorne Project requested is present, from the bookcase, computer and handmade guitar in the main living area, to the vegetable garden down the side of the home, there is a punch bag and a Yoga mat for Julia to be able to work on her athletic and wellness skills. There is also an easel and a chess set on the front porch.
SIM: Julia Hedges
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: Julia can be seen enjoying her new space here: Shabby Chic Bungalow Media
ENTRY DETAILS: Julia is a cheerful loner, who is incredibly family oriented. She longs to learn much about everything!
ROOM: N/A
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: N/A
ENTRY DETAILS:N/A
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes Please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A

FORUM ID: pronterus
ORIGIN ID: pronterus
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Camilla
LOT COST: $2,000
BUILD COST: $27,964
TOTAL COST: $29,964
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: HERE
ENTRY DETAILS: Inspired by a suburban home, Camellia is a 1BR 1BA house with everything that Julia needs, like a computer, a chess table, a treadmill, an easel, and a veggie garden.
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: N/A

FORUM ID: folala
ORIGIN ID: folala
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/2F377BE4C18111E686B2A68B05B62D2F?category=lots&searchtype=item_name&sortby=newest&time=weekly&searchquery=hawthorne%20lodge&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: 1,500
BUILD COST: 28,483
TOTAL COST: 29,983
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://flic.kr/s/aHskMYHbfY
ENTRY DETAILS: I made a small cottage, on the 'cottage am se' lot in Windenberg, as I thought a cottage would fit the shabby-chic décor well. As no cottage is complete without a garden there are plenty of harvestable plants to make healthy meals with. The back patio has a yoga mat so Julia can enjoy the views while exercising.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes please
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: n/a

FORUM ID: masajo
ORIGIN ID: Cevans1962
LEVEL: Expert
LOT: Cuckoo's Nest
LOT COST: 2,000
BUILD COST: 27,354
TOTAL COST: 29,354
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/CXmjs
ENTRY DETAILS: Cottage style build with shabby chic interiors in shades of baby blue, pink and cream. Computer nook in the kitchen and chess included in the bedroom. Front porch with musical instrument and rear garden with vegetable plot, fitness equipment and easel.
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: Little Sabby Chic
https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/43D1B8BCC77411E68F287CA2D96DEA0A?searchtype=ea_origin_id&time=all&category=all&searchquery=Airis6962&sortby=newest&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: $1500
BUILD COST: $28425
TOTAL COST: $29,925
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipNYkfEaX8yV25qXq1zHW9TzXRmT-kakJ9-E-UJv
ENTRY DETAILS: Inspired by the style of the Shabby Chic houses and their inclinations towards a feminine aesthetic.The use of pastel colors and worn furniture and curtains. On the outside, the inspiration of the gardens of the old English country houses with profusion of plants and flowers.
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: N/A


Results

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

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

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