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A Holiday Resort for River View (now closed and finished)

calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
edited August 2015 in The Sims 3 Store Gifting
Hotel o:) OR Motel >:)

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The sims of River View have found that sims on holiday just pass by their little town that was untill they relised they didnt have any where for visitors to stay .

so the towns foke got together to build a resort complex. However they run out of funds after the shell was completed.
Now they are searching the whole sim world for a kind and generous simolien heir to complete the resort


The task at hand is

Using the shell Ive built Im asking you to create either o:) or >:) for those wishing to holiday in River View. The shell is curently on a 40/40 lot but you may go bigger if you wish.

Restrictions

You must not allter the shape of outer shell.
There Must be an reception area, dining hall and recreation room for the Guests.
The interia layout is upto you along with all wall coverings, flooring, furnishing, decoration not forgeting things like windows, doors, roof colour, The landscaping and outside activities .

Shell DL link = http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=8651851
or without LN Lifts = http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=8652021

Rules

01; Closing date July 28th 2015 (this may change if need arises).
02; Be kind to all taking part in this competition.
03; No 3rd party CC.
04; All entries will be custard checked & will have till Judging commences to rectify.
05;No CAP patterns as they have been know to cause glitches.
06; Please stick to what has been posted under the Restrictions.
07; You may use all EPs and SPs.
08; Sim store items maybe used.
10; Please play test before uploading for routing issues.
11; You may use build cheats and buydebug items if you wish.
12; Please fill the exchange information adding your username to the lot details.
13; Make sure you fill in the entry form correctly when you post your entry.
14; 5 pictures but you may provide a link to more.
15; Please create a Short Story of the lot.
16; you may enter 2 times, 1 o:) and 1 >:)
17; other EA world items maybe used if you wish.
18; Have fun and good luck.

Entry Form

Username =
Name of entry =
Type =
Lot size =
5 pictures =
The Story =
Sporners Yes/No =

Types of Entry

1; Hotel o:)
2; Motel >:)

Price fund

Hotel o:)
1st place = 500
2nd place = 300
3rd place = 200
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Motel >:)
1st place = 500
2nd place = 300
3rd place = 200
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Over all
1st = 1000
2nd = 800
3rd = 600
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Dont forget the closing Date is the 28 of July and judging commences on 31st July
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  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    edited July 2015
    Custard checkers, Judges and Sponsors Information


    Custard Checkers
    usernames
    SandraKB

    The custard checks will be done as and when entries are posted.
    :) = passed and :'( = fail .
    If an entry fails you will be messaged and will have till comp closes for judging to make changes.

    ************
    sponsors
    usernames and amounts
    Calmorezoo = whatevers needed
    SandraKB = 6000
    **************
    The Judges
    usernames
    Calmorezoo
    ***************************
    Judging Criteria/Form

    Upto 5 points for the following
    correctly filled entry from =
    exchange information correctly finished =

    Upto 10 points for the following
    The 5 pictures how well they so the lots details=
    The Landscaping=
    The story =

    Upto 15 points for the following
    The general layout of interia =
    creativity and style =

    Upto 20 points for the following
    services for guessed to use =
    skill base activities =

    Upto 30 points for the following
    fun and playability =
    that surprise something =

    Dections of 5 points for each and every of the following
    CAP found =
    Routing issues =

    Disqualification for the following
    1; Being unkind on any one taking part.
    2; CC found after closing date (you will have time to rectify).

    Dont forget the closing Date is the 28th of July and judging commences on 31st July


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  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    edited July 2015
    Questions/Answers and Important notifications

    By = Anettesb
    Question = Can we change the stairs and railings?
    Answer = yes you can.
    ***********************
    By= Anettesb
    Question = are we allowed to change the roofing
    Answer= yes you may change the roofing .
    ***********************
    By= Sharonxyz
    Question = re routing issues are thing like dirty laundry and the odd chair not snapping ok?
    Answer= well I dont mind anyone using the cheat Moo, so I guess some minnors are ok. but i dont want things like stairs, doors beds not being functional.
    ***********************
    By=KaytayRoall
    Question = what do the smilies mean and do they effect the comp?
    Answer= they depict Heaven or H.e.ll and this will be what the sims will experience while at the lot.
    ***********************
    By= Kgaff
    Question = is it ok if we change stairs and lifts ?
    Answer= yes you may do both or remove those.
    ***********************
    By= MysticOstrich08
    Question = Id like to see my enties juding scores and have a judges comments, is this posible ?
    Answer= yes thats not and issue as I always post the results and add judging comments plus a little about my sims play with each and every entry.
    ***********************

    Important Notifications

    Date posted = 8th May
    Message = for everyone, if you dont have the world IP for the reception desk, thats ok you can just make one up by using counters and the cheat MOO.

    ***********************
    Date posted = 9th May
    Message = Id just like to say that if you Dont have IP and still wish to take part I can add the needed items myself. just leave a two row of 4 space in the entrance hall and a good size either basement or on the grounds, so i can place the resort RH .Not having this will not effect your scores.
    Just add no IP to your entry form.

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    Date posted = 31st May
    Message Ive now extended the closing date to the 21st June.
    This is partly due to my RL and also because of the low number of intrested simmers taking part.

    ***********************
    Date posted = 25th june
    Message due myfather passing and other RL isssues Im having to extend the comp closing to the 28th July and judging willcommence on the 31st July.

    ***********************
    Date posted =
    Message

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    Dont forget the closing Date is the 28th of July and judging commences on 31st July


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  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    edited July 2015
    Who wants to Take part

    Username
    Anettesb
    Feedinghissheep3
    Janineisabaws (has had to pull out due to RL)
    Sharonxyz
    KaytayRoall
    Kgaff
    Kementari
    Silvakristiina
    AriyAriy
    VGryphon
    Waterhornet
    LizzieRa17
    MysticOstrich08
    Smilzpretty
    23kels89



    Dont forget the closing Date is the 28th of July and judging commences on 31st July
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  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    edited August 2015
    Completed Entries and Links

    The custard checks will be done as and when entries are posted.
    :) = passed and :'( = fail . You will be informed if there are any issues and will have till judging commences to rectify.

    username = Sharonxyz
    name of entry = Dream Motel :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13623283/#Comment_13623283

    ***********************
    username = Kgaff (failed to Download on 2nd august)
    name of entry = Flower Court Motel :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13649090/#Comment_13649090

    ***********************
    username = Kementari
    name of entry = Hill Top Lodge :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13719275/#Comment_13719275

    ***********************
    username = AriyAriy ( sadly would not install )
    name of entry = Bottom Dollar Motel :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13758923/#Comment_13758923

    ***********************
    username = AriyAriy
    name of entry = Top Doller :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13774005/#Comment_13774005

    ***********************
    username = Kgaff (failed to Download on 2nd august)
    name of entry = Dead flower court :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13766148/#Comment_13766148

    ***********************
    username = MysticOstrich08
    name of entry = New Barn Ranch :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13900862/#Comment_13900862

    ***********************
    username = Waterhornat
    name of entry = Little Caesar's Palace :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13913938/#Comment_13913938

    ***********************
    username = Smilzpretty
    name of entry = Smilzpretty Hotel Heaven :)
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13917991/#Comment_13917991

    ***********************
    username = 23kels89 (still to complete entry post)
    name of entry = La Belleza
    post page link = http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/comment/13905448/#Comment_13905448

    ***********************

    Dont forget the closing Date is the 28th of July and judging commences on 31st July
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  • anettesbanettesb Posts: 39,168 Member
    interesting
    don't think I enter (unless inspiration hits me in the face)

    I see you used an elevator, what if people don't have LN?
    can we change the stairs and railings?
    how much can be doen about the roof?
    🌺 streaming at https://www.twitch.tv/lady_anette 🌻come join the Sylvan legacy, and help control their life. 🌳
  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    edited May 2015
    anettesb wrote: »
    interesting
    don't think I enter (unless inspiration hits me in the face)

    I see you used an elevator, what if people don't have LN?
    can we change the stairs and railings?
    how much can be doen about the roof?

    oops i forgot about some dont having LN . So
    i will create a just base game lot .
    yes you can change the stairs and railings

    (also posted your questio on the Q&A post
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  • SandraKBSandraKB Posts: 385 Member
    edited May 2015
    Calmorezoo ,I can do Custard Checks and up my sponsor to 6000. You and everyone else can call me Sandy.thank you
  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    edited May 2015
    SandraKB wrote: »
    Calmorezoo ,I can do Custard Checks and up my sponsor to 6000. You and everyone else can call me Sandy.thank you

    Yes that would be lovely and thank you for the 6000 worth of sim store tokens.

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  • anettesbanettesb Posts: 39,168 Member
    calmorezoo wrote: »
    anettesb wrote: »
    interesting
    don't think I enter (unless inspiration hits me in the face)

    I see you used an elevator, what if people don't have LN?
    can we change the stairs and railings?
    how much can be doen about the roof?

    oops i forgot about some dont having LN . So
    i will create a just base game lot .
    yes you can change the stairs and railings

    great thank you

    what about the roof, can we change that?

    🌺 streaming at https://www.twitch.tv/lady_anette 🌻come join the Sylvan legacy, and help control their life. 🌳
  • Feedinghissheep3Feedinghissheep3 Posts: 92 Member
    > @calmorezoo said:
    > Hotel o:) OR Motel >:)
    >
    >
    >
    > The sims of River View are find that sims on holiday just pass by their little town that was untill they relised they didnt have any where for visitors to stay .
    >
    > so the towns foke got together to build a resort complex. However they run out of funds after the shell was completed.
    > Now they are searching the whole sim world for a kind and generous simolien heir to complete the resort
    >
    > The task at hand is
    >
    > Using the shell Ive built Im asking you to create either o:) or >:) for those wishing to holiday in River View. The shell is curently on a 40/40 lot but you may go bigger if you wish.
    >
    > Restrictions
    >
    > You must not allter the shape of outer shell.
    > There Must be an reception area, dining hall and recreation room for the Guests.
    > The interia layout is upto you along with all wall coverings, flooring, furnishing, decoration not forgeting things like windows, doors, roof colour, The landscaping and outside activities .
    >
    > Shell DL link = http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=8651851
    >
    > Rules
    >
    > 01; Closing date June 7th 2015 (this may change if need arises).
    > 02; Be kind to all taking part in this competition.
    > 03; No 3rd party CC.
    > 04; No CAP patterns as they have been know to cause glitches.
    > 05; Please stick to what has been posted under the Restrictions.
    > 06; You may use all EPs and SPs.
    > 07; Sim store items maybe used.
    > 08; Please play test before uploading for routing issues.
    > 09; You may use build cheats and buydebug items if you wish.
    > 10; Please fill the exchange information adding your username to the lot details.
    > 11; Make sure you fill in the entry form correctly when you post your entry.
    > 12; 5 pictures but you may provide a link to more.
    > 13; Please create a Short Story of the lot.
    > 14; you may enter 2 times, 1 o:) and 1 >:)
    > 15; Have fun and good luck.
    >
    > Entry Form
    >
    > Username =
    > Name of entry =
    > Type =
    > Lot size =
    > 5 pictures =
    > The Story =
    > Sporners Yes/No =
    >
    > Types of Entry
    >
    > 1; Hotel o:)
    > 2; Motel >:)

    thx for sharing ;)
  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    anettesb wrote: »
    calmorezoo wrote: »
    anettesb wrote: »
    interesting
    don't think I enter (unless inspiration hits me in the face)

    I see you used an elevator, what if people don't have LN?
    can we change the stairs and railings?
    how much can be doen about the roof?

    oops i forgot about some dont having LN . So
    i will create a just base game lot .
    yes you can change the stairs and railings

    great thank you

    what about the roof, can we change that?

    yes you may change the roofing
    (also posted on Q&A)
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  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    Feedinghissheep3
    is your post to that say you would like to enter the competition ?
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  • janineisabawsjanineisabaws Posts: 668 Member
    I have a question about the items from Island Paradise. I don't own that EP, so what items are from Island Paradise and would I be able to replace them?
    Check out my youtube channel!
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  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    edited May 2015
    I have a question about the items from Island Paradise. I don't own that EP, so what items are from Island Paradise and would I be able to replace them?

    only thing that could be is the wall coverings or landscape paints
    ===============
    Ive just gone in game to check and the only item is the reception desk.
    if you dont have the world IP . its not a problem you can MOO one by using counters and other items.

    (edited to an the above)

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  • janineisabawsjanineisabaws Posts: 668 Member
    Alrighty then, I would be interested in entering this competition :)
    Check out my youtube channel!
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  • sharonxyzsharonxyz Posts: 811 Member
    Hi Calmorezoo! Good to see you again on the site. I did buy sims 4 base game half price...anyway, still LOVE Sims 3!!

    I may give a whirl at the motel 'lesser' resort, sounds like a lot of fun!

    Questions:

    I've never actually used the game mechanics to run a resort. Besides an official IP front desk, do resorts need to have a rabbit hole for this contest? Should it have playability as a resort or just the look? I think front desk and buried rabbit hole is all that is required for resort playability. I'd rather not test that part, but if you request it I'll try! Is the rule of thumb that you see rooms in each cubby that your shell has? Either bedrooms or other? When I see the shell (downloading now), I'll probably get it :) (Now I'm wondering if buffet tables that match the 'star level' are automatic in a resort or if I need to place them?) I do have IP, and the resort part is just one more of the many things I haven't yet tried in Sims 3.

    Next question topic:

    I always test routing in my builds which have primarily only been residential. Can the motel PURPOSELY have a couple routing issues in some guest rooms, done to "flesh out" what an icky place it would be to stay? (e.g. dirty laundry on the floor) I can take care to allow routing and sims won't even know it's a dive LOL. But for looking upon, I think some askew-ness would be apropos. Making a not pretty lot is the appeal of this contest for me :)

    Your contests are great and I've been lurking a long time. (oiswise, my 'better half', had a ball with her fairy museum and park!!)
  • sharonxyzsharonxyz Posts: 811 Member
    Yikes, I'm too chatty this morning, sorry :)

    Back to the routing 'issue' part: what I also mean is if not every chair snaps to slot which causes complaints of course from our little Sims, is that okay? As long as there is somewhere they can read, they will find it I think... and is some "green air" too much? I've never purposely caused the Disgusted moodlet and want to very much!! LOL
  • anettesbanettesb Posts: 39,168 Member
    @sharonxyz
    I can ansvere some of your questions.
    yes for a lot to work as a resort all it needs is a resort rabithole and the front desk - if this is needed here to take part I don't know... I gues not or you would need IP to take part.
    the resort buffet tables you need to set, the resort gets stars depending on what items and what level of service you offer. even some of the deco will give you plusses in the way to becoming a resort.
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  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    hello all,
    Id just like to say that if you Dont have IP and still wish to take part I can add the needed items myself. just leave a two row of 4 space in the entrance hall and a good size either basement or on the grounds, so i can place the resort RH .Not having this will not effect your scores.
    Just add no IP to your entry form.

    Happy creating everyone
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  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    Sharonxyz
    nice to see you intrested in my little shell comp
    Now to answer some of you questions

    If you dont have IP dont worry I can add whats needed.

    Routing issues well I dont mind those using the cheat Moo.so i supose some very minnor ones will be ok.
    But i dont want things like stairs not working as they should and doorways or arches.

    I to was jaw dropped at the amount of work and creativity Oiswise put into the art gallery for my previous comp.

    Have fun and good luck

    (will also post on Q&A)
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  • KaytayRoallKaytayRoall Posts: 923 Member
    This sounds like an interesting competition, but I'm a little confused. Are the o:) and >:) supposed to be the decorating themes or the experience for the sims visiting?
  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    edited May 2015
    This sounds like an interesting competition, but I'm a little confused. Are the o:) and >:) supposed to be the decorating themes or the experience for the sims visiting?

    they mean Heaven or H.e.ll and yes both decor and to what the sims will experience but that is also upto you .

    (also posted on the Q&A)
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  • KaytayRoallKaytayRoall Posts: 923 Member
    Okay, thanks for the clarification! :)
  • calmorezoocalmorezoo Posts: 8,105 Member
    Okay, thanks for the clarification! :)

    your welcome
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  • sharonxyzsharonxyz Posts: 811 Member
    I think a game crash where you lose a couple hours work is a terrific time to check in and ask questions, so here I am! I've never done a resort before, but what is happening with the lot is truly odd, maybe a known glitch? The rabbit hole is all set and you (Calmorezoo I mean) gave us a front desk set in a room on the lot. When I try to go to Edit Town to save my work, the game always says I must have a bellhopper front desk to keep my lot a resort. Well it has a front desk which does not seem to be recognized as such by the AI. So I delete that one and buy a new one and this is unprecedented for me: with MOO on, I am not able to place a resort front desk anywhere on the lot. In fact, it stays translucent and won't totally appear. I tried a couple times, quit, cleaned caches, rebooted, same thing kept happening. It's a VERY stubborn desk! My theory, for whatever it may be worth is that while the game would not acknowledge the original desk, it still thinks there is one and more than one front desk is surely a crime against sim nature.

    So, I will leave my finished basement (although upon uploading I wouldn't be surprised if it stole the rabbit hole. If so, it's set up for easy fitting of the "two cottage" beach rabbit hole.

    I think I will put in a few counters that you can replace with the front desk which is all I think I can do. By the way, it won't let me set up the resort kiosk for food either (so I can use Seasons kiosk).

    If there is a fix maybe a kind person will let me know; if not I'll do as stated. Besides that glitch and a crash, it is a fun project. The lot type reverts always to "No Visitors Allowed"; I'll try a more friendly replacement such as "Visitors Allowed" or "Hang Out", but it may revert due to the rabbit hole for a resort.

    Back to it!! :D
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