Landscaping evolves as my Sims' lives evolve. I usually do landscaping last once the interior is finished and decorated. Athletic Sims usually have a pool. Play areas are created if it's a family home. Outdoor living spaces are my favorite to create. I love BBQ areas with decks, plants, firepits and dining tables. Gardening Sims have small greenhouses where they can grow cooking ingredients all year round. And there has to be a few trees scattered about for shade, or leaves to rake in the fall. Of course there has to be space for the summertime and wintertime activities also. But it all depends on the family or Sim living on the lot and what their story is as to how the yard will evolve.