"ParmaViolet87;c-16700032" wrote:
1) How often do you download houses from the gallery? - All the time. I believe I've made about 5-10% of all lots in my game.
2) Is there a particular style e.g traditional, modern, fantasy (like a fairy or alien house) you prefer? - I like modern mostly, but there has been the odd Victorian/Gothic style house that's caught my fancy!
3) How many bedrooms do you usually want in your house? - About two or three. I don't have big families in my game.
4) Do you avoid lots that use a lot of packs or MOO (move objects on)? MOO on yes, lots of packs no.
5) Any other feedback you think a builder should know. - Less is more when it comes to clutter. I like some decor, but when its overcrowded it would make me think my Sim is a hoarder. I also really appreciate gardens that have a mix of patios and gardening space. Also please don't call a home a 'Starter' if its worth more than 20,000! I've seen that quite a lot.
When building a lot, the uploaded cost doesn't reflect the lot cost so you might think you're keeping it under the cost but then when it's placed it ends up more than §20K. If you're building a starter for the Gallery, minimalist is best when furnishing; players gaincan always upgrade as their Sims make money.
Another hint: if you're building in daylight mode (morning or afternoon), switch to evening or night view when placing lights; that way you can see how much coverage a particular light gives and maybe pick a different one that covers more of the particular room. I've downloaded builds that are fantastic but they have way too many lights. You could save a few thousand in cost just by only adding the lights you need especially with ceiling lights -- if the ceiling light doesn't give enough coverage you can supplement with table lamps or floor/wall lights strategically placed (like a floor lamp next to a reading chair, or a desk lamp next to the computer in an office or on the desk in a kid's bedroom.
