Meg it turned out really awesome. I am trying to find a place to start commenting on but my mind is in overload, I love so many things about it; the sloped yard, the color choice on the walkway, the Orange recolors in the kitchen/dining room/living room (the brick parts especially), the column thing in the table, the material/texture choice on the dining room/living room rugs (very futuristic), the yellow bedroom is the best (I love the heart photo thing and the pattern on the rug), the turquoise texture on the floor in the bathroom (you picked great pattern choices and really vibrant color choices in every room, they work so well in a futuristic house), and is that a walk-in shower :shock: ?!. PHEW and that isn't even everything I like about it. Great work :thumbup: :thumbup: and good luck in the contest.
:shock: Wow, thanks Brett! Such lovely compliments coming from an awesome builder like yourself.
Jenn and Jodi, thanks so much! Everyone is so supportive and encouraging. Best place on the forums!
I've uploaded an updated version of the Ivory Tower with all of the DD bedrooms. I didn't bother removing any premium store content, it should be exactly what you saw in the tour video.
A luxury apartment complex built to accommodate more than twenty Sims, the Ivory Tower is your own little space of refuge. Over thirteen different single, double, and triple suites are available, with no restrictions on tenants for remodeling or redecorating. Includes a scenic outdoor pool and courtyard, laundry room, gym, party room, and a personal balcony on nearly every apartment. Simply drop by the office on the first floor to fill out an application, and lease your new apartment today!
I'm posting in response to a request for CAW help. I haven't actually been in CAW for a few months and can't access it now (I don't have IP), so I won't be much help. Have you been able to share the save file on Mediafire? I may be misunderstanding bouquetcatcher's response. If not, I may be able to help out with that.
On a different note, can I build a custom Elixir Store? Is that still needed for Majix? Also, are we allowed to use EA Store content or should we try to avoid it? Thanks.
I'm posting in response to a request for CAW help. I haven't actually been in CAW for a few months and can't access it now (I don't have IP), so I won't be much help. Have you been able to share the save file on Mediafire? I may be misunderstanding bouquetcatcher's response. If not, I may be able to help out with that.
On a different note, can I build a custom Elixir Store? Is that still needed for Majix? Also, are we allowed to use EA Store content or should we try to avoid it? Thanks.
Hey Nick, nice to see you over here!
I don't have IP either and I can still access CAW. Am I not supposed to be able to? Jen (bouquetcatcher) was asking about Edit In Game mode. For some reason I have to remove files from my DCCache file (which removes all my worlds and store content) to even run EIG mode and then if I place any of our builds in EIG mode it replaces everything with base game proxies. I (we) were wondering if you had experience with CAW enough to know a way around this issue? Also, on top of that fun problem, I can't upload Majix to the Exchange. Even after renaming it many different things, I keep getting the error that a file with said name is already on the Exchange. It is up on Mediafire, but not the Exchange.
You can definitely make a custom Elixir store! The list of what's needed is on the front page. Jen should be updating as we get more builds. Can't wait to see what you come up with!
I don't have IP either and I can still access CAW. Am I not supposed to be able to? Jen (bouquetcatcher) was asking about Edit In Game mode. For some reason I have to remove files from my DCCache file (which removes all my worlds and store content) to even run EIG mode and then if I place any of our builds in EIG mode it replaces everything with base game proxies. I (we) were wondering if you had experience with CAW enough to know a way around this issue? Also, on top of that fun problem, I can't upload Majix to the Exchange. Even after renaming it many different things, I keep getting the error that a file with said name is already on the Exchange. It is up on Mediafire, but not the Exchange.
You can definitely make a custom Elixir store! The list of what's needed is on the front page. Jen should be updating as we get more builds. Can't wait to see what you come up with!
Your CAW runs? Maybe I'm remembering the way CAW works incorrectly. I'm definitely going to update it and try to run it tomorrow.
I'm not sure about the EIG problems. I've usually been lucky enough to avoid most of them in the past *super knock on wood*. Also, for the upload problem, have you read auntielynds' tutorial on changing WPID files (fourth post down)? It's about issuing new I.D. numbers to previously uploaded worlds. Once you upload a world you can't reupload a modified version if you're using the same save file (I think the I.D. numbers conflict). I'm not sure if that's what's going on, but it's worth a look.
I should also mention that I'm more of a lurker on the CAW forum. I have used the program and even done stuff like expanding it to the Super CAW version, but I've never uploaded a world before, so that part's new to me too.
Your CAW runs? Maybe I'm remembering the way CAW works incorrectly. I'm definitely going to update it and try to run it tomorrow.
I'm not sure about the EIG problems. I've usually been lucky enough to avoid most of them in the past *super knock on wood*. Also, for the upload problem, have you read auntielynds' tutorial on changing WPID files (fourth post down)? It's about issuing new I.D. numbers to previously uploaded worlds. Once you upload a world you can't reupload a modified version if you're using the same save file (I think the I.D. numbers conflict). I'm not sure if that's what's going on, but it's worth a look.
I should also mention that I'm more of a lurker on the CAW forum. I have used the program and even done stuff like expanding it to the Super CAW version, but I've never uploaded a world before, so that part's new to me too.
Hope I helped.
Yep , I loaded CAW just the other day to check on Majix's routing. Still think I need to tweak the beach areas again. Any idea how to fix steepness? Seems like no matter how much I smooth or raise, the shoreline is still too steep.
Sweet, I will definitely look at that tutorial tomorrow. I'm headed off to bed now, but it'll be my priority tomorrow. That sounds like exactly what keeps happening!
What is this Super CAW version you speak of? I think I definitely need to know about anything with Super in the title.
Yep , I loaded CAW just the other day to check on Majix's routing. Still think I need to tweak the beach areas again. Any idea how to fix steepness? Seems like no matter how much I smooth or raise, the shoreline is still too steep.
Sweet, I will definitely look at that tutorial tomorrow. I'm headed off to bed now, but it'll be my priority tomorrow. That sounds like exactly what keeps happening!
What is this Super CAW version you speak of? I think I definitely need to know about anything with Super in the title.
I just re-installed CAW and it works for me. I loaded up an old world I was working on and it also worked in EIG. The world had both EP and Store content. Maybe all you need is a fresh install?
Super CAW is awesome. It enables a few more creative options and unlocks almost every in-game item for use in CAW. The current patch hasn't been updated, so it won't work for now. If I find out it's been updated, I'll let you know. Here's the tutorial in case you're interested.
I just re-installed CAW and it works for me. I loaded up an old world I was working on and it also worked in EIG. The world had both EP and Store content. Maybe all you need is a fresh install?
Super CAW is awesome. It enables a few more creative options and unlocks almost every in-game item for use in CAW. The current patch hasn't been updated, so it won't work for now. If I find out it's been updated, I'll let you know. Here's the tutorial in case you're interested.
I checked out the tutorial and would love to get the pact when it updates.
And I just uninstalled and reinstalled CAW and same deal. EIG mode crashes when I try to go into it with all the files in my DCCache. Even with just basic Sunset Valley Lite. Did you do anything else? Clear caches, restart? Anything like that. I would really, really love to be able to put everything in Majix and upload it filled if I could.
My Folder Locations - Should Be Similar for You:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3 Create a World Tool
C:\Users\Nick\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3 Create A World Tool
- First I moved the folders I didn't want to lose to my desktop. For me they were my Packages folder from the CAW Program File location (I had some Riverview items enabled), and the Source Textures folder (I had a bunch of additional textures semi-organized in there), and of course my Worlds folder (can't lose those!) from my CAW Documents location. If you have custom brushes saved, screenshots, etc. make sure to save those too.
- Next I completely uninstalled CAW. I used the "Uninstall A Program" feature in Windows. When it asked if I wanted to delete my saved content (I think that's how they worded it) I chose yes. It will be safe on the desktop. I followed up by navigating to the install folder (C:\Program Files (x86)\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3 Create a World Tool - for me) and deleted any stragglers. This folder may be gone for you once you've uninstalled CAW. In my version, I had to delete my Super CAW files.
- Next I downloaded and installed a fresh copy of CAW found here.
- Now you can add your folders back in. Although, I would first try to open Majix from its folder on the desktop via CAW. If it works, you can try adding the folders you removed back in.
***Notes***
- Make sure your game is fully updated.
- If this doesn't work, do you have any backups you can try to manually load?
- After I re-installed CAW, it took awhile to load the first time.
I uninstalled using the tool itself so maybe I will uninstall using Windows, restart, reinstall, and see if that helps. I already have my worlds folder saved to my desktop so I don't lose it, but I don't have anything else I need to save.
Lol, that behavior's usually restricted build mode items. I almost always have a row of columns, windows, and doors to the side, so I can test out different textures/colors. I also almost always build on a separate lot, then completely recreate whatever I do there on the final lot. I'm basically building the same thing twice, but that's just how I work. :roll:
Alright I finally got my Local Watering Hole done. I know it took a while, but hey I put perfectionist on all of my sims for a reason . I really hope you all like this one a lot...I am pretty proud of the work I did here .
Jess: Lovely build. I'm definitely a fan of the cherry blossom trees. They're so pretty!
Jen: I was actually wondering if you guys would want my High Tower Cathedral lot as a wedding lot. Of course you're all free to use my lots however you'd like. Let me know if you're using some of the older ones. I'll need to play test them to make sure everything works as it should. Nothing too drastic should need to be changed, but I'm pretty sure the spiral staircases in some of the older lots don't work anymore.
I have a builder question. I am trying to center a large picture window that is 3 squares wide. Do windows work with the disablesnappingtoslotsonalt cheat? I am not able to place the window where I want.
Jen I LOVE your lounge! It's so cool! Especially like the fog effects. Great job! Will download as soon as I get my lazy bum off my tablet and back on my desktop.
I have a builder question. I am trying to center a large picture window that is 3 squares wide. Do windows work with the disablesnappingtoslotsonalt cheat? I am not able to place the window where I want.
Unfortunately that cheat doesn't work on windows or other objects that go on walls :?
Jess: Lovely build. I'm definitely a fan of the cherry blossom trees. They're so pretty!
Jen: I was actually wondering if you guys would want my High Tower Cathedral lot as a wedding lot. Of course you're all free to use my lots however you'd like. Let me know if you're using some of the older ones. I'll need to play test them to make sure everything works as it should. Nothing too drastic should need to be changed, but I'm pretty sure the spiral staircases in some of the older lots don't work anymore.
Hi 8NiSci8, Wow High Tower Cathedral looks amazing
Just dl'd and rec'd it.
Looking forward to seeing it in game.
Comments
:shock: Wow, thanks Brett! Such lovely compliments coming from an awesome builder like yourself.
Jenn and Jodi, thanks so much! Everyone is so supportive and encouraging. Best place on the forums!
The Ivory Tower: DD Version
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=7590700
Original version:
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=7568558
A luxury apartment complex built to accommodate more than twenty Sims, the Ivory Tower is your own little space of refuge. Over thirteen different single, double, and triple suites are available, with no restrictions on tenants for remodeling or redecorating. Includes a scenic outdoor pool and courtyard, laundry room, gym, party room, and a personal balcony on nearly every apartment. Simply drop by the office on the first floor to fill out an application, and lease your new apartment today!
~ Wallin's World of Sims ~
I'm posting in response to a request for CAW help. I haven't actually been in CAW for a few months and can't access it now (I don't have IP), so I won't be much help. Have you been able to share the save file on Mediafire? I may be misunderstanding bouquetcatcher's response. If not, I may be able to help out with that.
On a different note, can I build a custom Elixir Store? Is that still needed for Majix? Also, are we allowed to use EA Store content or should we try to avoid it? Thanks.
Hey Nick, nice to see you over here!
I don't have IP either and I can still access CAW. Am I not supposed to be able to? Jen (bouquetcatcher) was asking about Edit In Game mode. For some reason I have to remove files from my DCCache file (which removes all my worlds and store content) to even run EIG mode and then if I place any of our builds in EIG mode it replaces everything with base game proxies. I (we) were wondering if you had experience with CAW enough to know a way around this issue? Also, on top of that fun problem, I can't upload Majix to the Exchange. Even after renaming it many different things, I keep getting the error that a file with said name is already on the Exchange. It is up on Mediafire, but not the Exchange.
You can definitely make a custom Elixir store! The list of what's needed is on the front page. Jen should be updating as we get more builds. Can't wait to see what you come up with!
Your CAW runs? Maybe I'm remembering the way CAW works incorrectly. I'm definitely going to update it and try to run it tomorrow.
I'm not sure about the EIG problems. I've usually been lucky enough to avoid most of them in the past *super knock on wood*. Also, for the upload problem, have you read auntielynds' tutorial on changing WPID files (fourth post down)? It's about issuing new I.D. numbers to previously uploaded worlds. Once you upload a world you can't reupload a modified version if you're using the same save file (I think the I.D. numbers conflict). I'm not sure if that's what's going on, but it's worth a look.
I should also mention that I'm more of a lurker on the CAW forum. I have used the program and even done stuff like expanding it to the Super CAW version, but I've never uploaded a world before, so that part's new to me too.
Hope I helped.
Yep , I loaded CAW just the other day to check on Majix's routing. Still think I need to tweak the beach areas again. Any idea how to fix steepness? Seems like no matter how much I smooth or raise, the shoreline is still too steep.
Sweet, I will definitely look at that tutorial tomorrow. I'm headed off to bed now, but it'll be my priority tomorrow. That sounds like exactly what keeps happening!
What is this Super CAW version you speak of? I think I definitely need to know about anything with Super in the title.
I just re-installed CAW and it works for me. I loaded up an old world I was working on and it also worked in EIG. The world had both EP and Store content. Maybe all you need is a fresh install?
Super CAW is awesome. It enables a few more creative options and unlocks almost every in-game item for use in CAW. The current patch hasn't been updated, so it won't work for now. If I find out it's been updated, I'll let you know. Here's the tutorial in case you're interested.
I checked out the tutorial and would love to get the pact when it updates.
And I just uninstalled and reinstalled CAW and same deal. EIG mode crashes when I try to go into it with all the files in my DCCache. Even with just basic Sunset Valley Lite. Did you do anything else? Clear caches, restart? Anything like that. I would really, really love to be able to put everything in Majix and upload it filled if I could.
Thanks again for your help!
My Folder Locations - Should Be Similar for You:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3 Create a World Tool
C:\Users\Nick\Documents\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3 Create A World Tool
- First I moved the folders I didn't want to lose to my desktop. For me they were my Packages folder from the CAW Program File location (I had some Riverview items enabled), and the Source Textures folder (I had a bunch of additional textures semi-organized in there), and of course my Worlds folder (can't lose those!) from my CAW Documents location. If you have custom brushes saved, screenshots, etc. make sure to save those too.
- Next I completely uninstalled CAW. I used the "Uninstall A Program" feature in Windows. When it asked if I wanted to delete my saved content (I think that's how they worded it) I chose yes. It will be safe on the desktop. I followed up by navigating to the install folder (C:\Program Files (x86)\Electronic Arts\The Sims 3 Create a World Tool - for me) and deleted any stragglers. This folder may be gone for you once you've uninstalled CAW. In my version, I had to delete my Super CAW files.
- Next I downloaded and installed a fresh copy of CAW found here.
- Now you can add your folders back in. Although, I would first try to open Majix from its folder on the desktop via CAW. If it works, you can try adding the folders you removed back in.
***Notes***
- Make sure your game is fully updated.
- If this doesn't work, do you have any backups you can try to manually load?
- After I re-installed CAW, it took awhile to load the first time.
Let me know what happens.
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On an unrelated note: Here's a sneak peek of my Elixir Shop.
I shall try again!
Nick, this is great! I LOVE it! Can't wait to see more.
And I also noticed that you build the way I do... grab everything you want to use and put it off to the side until you are ready to place it
So I present
Paseo Toro
Download link
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=7597819
More Pics
Outside
Restaurant/Bar area
Upstairs Band/Lounge Area
I really liked this picture arrangement, like it was the founding of the town hall or something .
Kitchen Area
And I started my own creative corner thread so even more pics can be found here.
<a href="http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/707820.page#11242492" target="_blank">Tisen Shiro's Creative Corner</a>
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=7603700
A home on a 30X30 lot
Outside (roof view)
Full view
Inside (house)
Kitchen/lounge
Study/bathroom/bedroom
Gym/Potions room
DD spreadsheet
Studio
Meg, what is your bistro flagged as? Also, Nick has a couple other builds in his studio maybe they will work in Majix .
Jen: I was actually wondering if you guys would want my High Tower Cathedral lot as a wedding lot. Of course you're all free to use my lots however you'd like. Let me know if you're using some of the older ones. I'll need to play test them to make sure everything works as it should. Nothing too drastic should need to be changed, but I'm pretty sure the spiral staircases in some of the older lots don't work anymore.
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=7605568
To help you organize your stalking of the Daily Deal, please join us on the Daily Deal Rotation and Sales Help thread and please view the DD Spreadsheet
Unfortunately that cheat doesn't work on windows or other objects that go on walls :?
DD spreadsheet
Studio
Hey Wallin, just dl'd and rec'd gentlemens club and both versions of Ivory Tower.
You have some very handsome sims they will be great additions to my Sim Towns.
I really like this thread will have to come back and look through all your studios
I really like the look of the world you guys are building too.
Happy Simming!
Hi 8NiSci8, Wow High Tower Cathedral looks amazing
Just dl'd and rec'd it.
Looking forward to seeing it in game.
Happy simming