ArikaB your lot is great! I love the pool display and bar, especially.
Thanks! I love yours, too! So sleek. I particularly loved the bank of windows over the kitchen sink and how they fit with the upper cabinets. Your twins are super creepy. Love it!
Optional Challenge: I have only one image and it is at the end of the photobucket spread.
Level: Advanced
Lot Size, Address and Final Cost: 40x40, Pinochle Point- Sunset Valley, 380,927 (There should be a small depreciation as I did move Dracula in to take pics and do the party- probably in the neighborhood of 10-20,000 simoleons.
Lot Description & Details: This charming country estate features three en suite bedrooms, including the master suite which also contains a special resting area for the new owner. The decor of the home reflects the extensive travel and lifespan of our client. The foyer opens up to the upper hallway and there is an archway to the gallery on the right. To the left of the foyer is the first bedroom, done in red. The foyer continues under the stairs through a large archway into the kitchen. A private dining area is just off the kitchen. The garden is also off of the kitchen providing excellent access to ingredients. The kitchen opens up into a dining room and great hall where Dracula is set to entertain his guests at a costume party. The great hall features a large bar and fireplace. There is a small half-bath next to the bar to take care of the personal needs of guests. The entryway to the garage/laundry area is also near the bar. The great room also has access to the upstairs hallway and a mud room. The mud room has access to the basement level as well as the back yard. The basement is more modern than the rest of the home as Dracula expects to live a long time in the home and has no time for furnishings that will not hold up in the high moisture level of the basement. The basement features a large swimming pool, hot tub, exercise area and sauna/ bath. The second level of the home houses the Count's bedroom, and his secret room where he is free to sleep like the dead, the library, and the final bedroom.
Constructive Criticism: Yes
Credit to Simmers for Custom Content Used: As usual I have to thanks the fabulous artists at The Sims Resource(http://www.thesimsresource.com/) for the awesome content used in this build. I have also used SC, and I have all the EPs and SPs. If anyone is interested TSR is now completely free so if you like any of the items in the build and would like a link let me know.
saint-gambi
I love everything about this build...glad your not entering addvanced
Haha! Thanks, I love yours too, particularly the exteriors - very gothic and spooky. I actually built something similar in my first attempt, though it was probably considerably larger. I started out building a huge red abbey, but ended up scrapping it because I knew I wouldn't have the time.
Also, I don't think I'm really advanced material yet. Still learning a lot and always lots left to learn. :P
LOT SIZE, ADDRESS & FINAL COST: 40x40, Sunset Valley, around 750,000 I forgot to check )
LOT DESCRIPTION & DETAILS: A gothic style home just perfect for the prince of darkness. This home has 3 bedrooms, each with it's own full bath. A witchy area on the second floor to practice potions and such. There is also an office on this floor, A living room, dinning room, family room, kitchen with nook, half bath, laundry room and 2 story library are on the main floor. The basement is a party person's delight. Indoor pool and hot tub as well as a BBQ area and green house round out this very cool house.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT TO SIMMERS FOR CUSTOM CONTENT USED: just base game and store items no CC
hope this works. a "story" with pictures of my pool and halloween rooms. I love what I did, but with the way the rest of the build went it was too disjointed and now i've run out of time to piece bits together. It's times like these I really wish we could just pick up rooms and move them elsewhere.
Hi guys it's been a while since I dropped by here, but my gosh, the talent is still amazing, even if I don't recognize all the names yet!
I'll be lurking, and might enter the next round, BnS is always a blast!
LOT SIZE, ADDRESS & FINAL COST: 40x40; 500 Sunnyside Blvd; $620,612
LOT DESCRIPTION & DETAILS: Dracula likes to keep up with the times, so the home is a modern style. There are 3 en-suites that are private and secluded from each other. There is a large kitchen with two ovens and plenty of space to sir around the island. There is a formal dining area as well as a casual dining area. The home includes an area to store all the nectar. The study is two-stories that include a large library. The are two garages that store 4 cars. There is an enclosed veggie garden. There is an indoor pool in the Halloween themed party room.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT TO SIMMERS FOR CUSTOM CONTENT USED: There are patterns I got in the exchange a long time ago…
LOT SIZE, ADDRESS & FINAL COST: 40x40 $312,318 sunset valley
LOT DESCRIPTION & DETAILS: Its a Dracula modern house. three bedrooms three bath, indoor pool, garden space in back. dungeon below in basement. I got the inspiration from fright night with Collin Ferrell. If dracla was trying to fit into modern day society as a bachelor.
my computer isnt loading the house anyways. I think I should bow out of all challenges. I work 40 hours so only have the weekends to work on the houses anyway, and not enough time to make it the way I love my houses. I worked until the witching hour on this one and still missed it by 10 min. Good luck to everyone else. I fixed it!! yeah, thx so much. I worked long hours passed my bedtime for this one.
happy Halloween!!!!
my computer isnt loading the house anyways. I think I should bow out of all challenges. I work 40 hours so only have the weekends to work on the houses anyway, and not enough time to make it the way I love my houses. I worked until the witching hour on this one and still missed it by 10 min. Good luck to everyone else. It's been fun while it lasted.
Nikki - I understand that RL sometimes gets in the way, but please don't bow out of the challenges completely, we would miss you around the place *hugs* And if you ever have issues with the deadline, you can always post on the BnS facebook page and one of the staff will always respond.
“Hmmmm, well this is certainly different”, you say to yourself as you arrive at your next clients home. You don't normally make house calls, but you had to make an exception to your own rules when the request came in. As you walk around the sleek exterior and try to locate the front door. Without warning a plumbot appears at your side “Mr Smith is expecting you.” The speech seems too real to have been made mechanically and you find yourself wondering what else you might find in Oasis Landing.
He waves his hand at what looks to be a regular stucco'd wall and a door way appears as if from nowhere. You are guided into a large reception area which is sparse but the furnishings are incredible, so sleek and modern.
“Mr Smith I presume.” You say to the gentleman sat at one of the couches that looks to be floating in thin air.
“That is correct.” He replies. “I want to thank you for taking the time out of your schedule to meet with me here.”
“It really was an offer that I couldn't refuse.”
“Can I offer you any type of refreshments? I have a good store of nectar in the cellar.”
“Thank you, but no, I would like a glass of water though.” As if by magic the bot appears at your side once more with a glass of chiller water.
“So I understand you have relatives in Sunset Valley.” You state as you sit down on another “floating” couch.
“In a round about way, you could say so, yes. That is why I have commissioned this project, I wish to have a base in Sunset Valley from which I can look into my family's history and the such like.”
“I can understand that. Now tell me about the sort of building that you would like me to design and build for you.”
“I want a small home, as you can see I am used to top quality furnishings, but I understand that these sorts of things aren't readily available in Sunset Valley, but I do want a very modern, minimalistic feel to the whole thing. That is one of the reasons I have asked you to design something on a 10x10 plot. I will only need one bedroom and bathroom, and somewhere to set up my computer, I would prefer this to area to be separate from my sleeping quarters. The usual kitchen area, with somewhere to eat and relax. And that about covers it.”
“And your budget for this project.” You ask.
“I think that you should be able to come up with something respectable for 23.500 Simoloeons, I didn't get to where I am today by wasting money.”
“I am sure that we can come up with something suitable in the time frame Mr Smith.”
“I'll have my plumbot see you to your transport.” And you feel that you have been summarily dismissed.
The Brief
$23.5k budget
10x10 lot in Sunset Valley
Modern and minimalistic Design
Modern and minimalistic Interiors
Kitchen
Dining Area
Living Area
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Office Space
Optional Challenge:
Create Mr Smith, and tell the story of how he came to be in Sunset Valley researching his family history. Complete creative free reign on this one!
this new challenge sounds fun. I'll try and start tomorrow. Is is ok to have living and bedroom in the same like a loft or studio or do you want separated wall
this new challenge sounds fun. I'll try and start tomorrow. Is is ok to have living and bedroom in the same like a loft or studio or do you want separated wall
As long as the study area is separate, you are good to go!
Comments
Thanks! I love yours, too! So sleek. I particularly loved the bank of windows over the kitchen sink and how they fit with the upper cabinets. Your twins are super creepy. Love it!
On the plus side I do love the look of the houses already posted, good luck everyone.
Build-N-Share
Challenge #219-220
"A Most Unusual Client"
Name: Greenowl77
Link to Lot: http://www.mediafire.com/download/h6uttdb9by1kvtj/Dracula%27s+Country+Estate.Sims3Pack
Link to Media: http://s450.photobucket.com/user/greenowl77/library/Build%20N%20Share%20219-220%20A%20Most%20Unusual%20Client?sort=9&page=1
Optional Challenge: I have only one image and it is at the end of the photobucket spread.
Level: Advanced
Lot Size, Address and Final Cost: 40x40, Pinochle Point- Sunset Valley, 380,927 (There should be a small depreciation as I did move Dracula in to take pics and do the party- probably in the neighborhood of 10-20,000 simoleons.
Lot Description & Details: This charming country estate features three en suite bedrooms, including the master suite which also contains a special resting area for the new owner. The decor of the home reflects the extensive travel and lifespan of our client. The foyer opens up to the upper hallway and there is an archway to the gallery on the right. To the left of the foyer is the first bedroom, done in red. The foyer continues under the stairs through a large archway into the kitchen. A private dining area is just off the kitchen. The garden is also off of the kitchen providing excellent access to ingredients. The kitchen opens up into a dining room and great hall where Dracula is set to entertain his guests at a costume party. The great hall features a large bar and fireplace. There is a small half-bath next to the bar to take care of the personal needs of guests. The entryway to the garage/laundry area is also near the bar. The great room also has access to the upstairs hallway and a mud room. The mud room has access to the basement level as well as the back yard. The basement is more modern than the rest of the home as Dracula expects to live a long time in the home and has no time for furnishings that will not hold up in the high moisture level of the basement. The basement features a large swimming pool, hot tub, exercise area and sauna/ bath. The second level of the home houses the Count's bedroom, and his secret room where he is free to sleep like the dead, the library, and the final bedroom.
Constructive Criticism: Yes
Credit to Simmers for Custom Content Used: As usual I have to thanks the fabulous artists at The Sims Resource(http://www.thesimsresource.com/) for the awesome content used in this build. I have also used SC, and I have all the EPs and SPs. If anyone is interested TSR is now completely free so if you like any of the items in the build and would like a link let me know.
Also, I don't think I'm really advanced material yet. Still learning a lot and always lots left to learn. :P
NAME:Marykup
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=7762517
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s870.photobucket.com/user/MaryKup5856/library/Drac Manor
OPTIONAL CHALLENGE: not this time
LEVEL: Intermediate
LOT SIZE, ADDRESS & FINAL COST: 40x40, Sunset Valley, around 750,000 I forgot to check
LOT DESCRIPTION & DETAILS: A gothic style home just perfect for the prince of darkness. This home has 3 bedrooms, each with it's own full bath. A witchy area on the second floor to practice potions and such. There is also an office on this floor, A living room, dinning room, family room, kitchen with nook, half bath, laundry room and 2 story library are on the main floor. The basement is a party person's delight. Indoor pool and hot tub as well as a BBQ area and green house round out this very cool house.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT TO SIMMERS FOR CUSTOM CONTENT USED: just base game and store items no CC
hope this works. a "story" with pictures of my pool and halloween rooms. I love what I did, but with the way the rest of the build went it was too disjointed and now i've run out of time to piece bits together. It's times like these I really wish we could just pick up rooms and move them elsewhere.
Hi guys
I'll be lurking, and might enter the next round, BnS is always a blast!
THE MOST UNUSUAL CLIENT (219-220)
NAME: Megster2000
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=7762952
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s751.photobucket.com/user/horton5_ky/library/Sims Challenge 211-212/BnS Challenge 219-220?sort=3&page=1
OPTIONAL CHALLENGE: No
LEVEL: intermediate
LOT SIZE, ADDRESS & FINAL COST: 40x40; 500 Sunnyside Blvd; $620,612
LOT DESCRIPTION & DETAILS: Dracula likes to keep up with the times, so the home is a modern style. There are 3 en-suites that are private and secluded from each other. There is a large kitchen with two ovens and plenty of space to sir around the island. There is a formal dining area as well as a casual dining area. The home includes an area to store all the nectar. The study is two-stories that include a large library. The are two garages that store 4 cars. There is an enclosed veggie garden. There is an indoor pool in the Halloween themed party room.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
CREDIT TO SIMMERS FOR CUSTOM CONTENT USED: There are patterns I got in the exchange a long time ago…
NAME: nikkifin
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=7763048
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s46.photobucket.com/user/nikkiluvsfun/library/dracula house
OPTIONAL CHALLENGE: pics included
LEVEL: intermediate
LOT SIZE, ADDRESS & FINAL COST: 40x40 $312,318 sunset valley
LOT DESCRIPTION & DETAILS: Its a Dracula modern house. three bedrooms three bath, indoor pool, garden space in back. dungeon below in basement. I got the inspiration from fright night with Collin Ferrell. If dracla was trying to fit into modern day society as a bachelor.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: "yes"
CREDIT TO SIMMERS FOR CUSTOM CONTENT USED: no CC
wait what!!!! it closed in the time I was typing my description. and I worked so hard on this one.
happy Halloween!!!!
Build-N-Share Challenge (221-222)
A Tiny Slice of Utopia
“Hmmmm, well this is certainly different”, you say to yourself as you arrive at your next clients home. You don't normally make house calls, but you had to make an exception to your own rules when the request came in. As you walk around the sleek exterior and try to locate the front door. Without warning a plumbot appears at your side “Mr Smith is expecting you.” The speech seems too real to have been made mechanically and you find yourself wondering what else you might find in Oasis Landing.
He waves his hand at what looks to be a regular stucco'd wall and a door way appears as if from nowhere. You are guided into a large reception area which is sparse but the furnishings are incredible, so sleek and modern.
“Mr Smith I presume.” You say to the gentleman sat at one of the couches that looks to be floating in thin air.
“That is correct.” He replies. “I want to thank you for taking the time out of your schedule to meet with me here.”
“It really was an offer that I couldn't refuse.”
“Can I offer you any type of refreshments? I have a good store of nectar in the cellar.”
“Thank you, but no, I would like a glass of water though.” As if by magic the bot appears at your side once more with a glass of chiller water.
“So I understand you have relatives in Sunset Valley.” You state as you sit down on another “floating” couch.
“In a round about way, you could say so, yes. That is why I have commissioned this project, I wish to have a base in Sunset Valley from which I can look into my family's history and the such like.”
“I can understand that. Now tell me about the sort of building that you would like me to design and build for you.”
“I want a small home, as you can see I am used to top quality furnishings, but I understand that these sorts of things aren't readily available in Sunset Valley, but I do want a very modern, minimalistic feel to the whole thing. That is one of the reasons I have asked you to design something on a 10x10 plot. I will only need one bedroom and bathroom, and somewhere to set up my computer, I would prefer this to area to be separate from my sleeping quarters. The usual kitchen area, with somewhere to eat and relax. And that about covers it.”
“And your budget for this project.” You ask.
“I think that you should be able to come up with something respectable for 23.500 Simoloeons, I didn't get to where I am today by wasting money.”
“I am sure that we can come up with something suitable in the time frame Mr Smith.”
“I'll have my plumbot see you to your transport.” And you feel that you have been summarily dismissed.
The Brief
$23.5k budget
10x10 lot in Sunset Valley
Modern and minimalistic Design
Modern and minimalistic Interiors
Kitchen
Dining Area
Living Area
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Office Space
Optional Challenge:
Create Mr Smith, and tell the story of how he came to be in Sunset Valley researching his family history. Complete creative free reign on this one!
Btw, good luck every one with the last challenge! I saw some awesome builds froms everyone
Gallery ID: Annabelli_22