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@FoundMarbles , winners are reported on this thread. The link to the winners and critiques is always posted on the main thread (the one we're on now) as well.
YAH! Thank You!
@SyddyB206 The exterior looks great!
Love this. What neighbourhood is this in?
Oasis Springs
OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
CHALLENGE #: 66 - Somewhere
FORUM ID: Ainsleyf
ORIGIN ID: Ainsleyfr
LEVEL: Established
LOT: Artist Family Home
https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/7EB0BD0E179811E7850917952A7A4D81
LOT COST: 1500
BUILD COST: 92,321
TOTAL COST: 93,821
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/OhCty
ENTRY DETAILS: Modern build in white plaster and wood, Living room open to second level with balcony over kitchen. There is a private entrance to the au-pairs room and bath. Most of the artwork was done by Rothko. Lot is on Mid-Nowhere in Windenburg
SIM: Late Start
https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/9527721D179811E7853C17952A7A4D81
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/oabD2
ENTRY DETAILS: Mitsuko is a creative, family oriented, music-loving muser, with an aspiration to be a musical genius. She is well on her way with level 10 in piano skils. Rothko is a creative, art-loving muser and a snob with an aspiration to become a Painter Extraordinaire. His painting level skills are 10. Kiki and Akiko are as different as twins can be. Kiki is angelic and Akiko is wild. They have had a minimum amount of toilet training and could use some help. Back story: Mitsuko moved to NYC from Japan with her then husband, and put her musical career on hold in order to help him pursue his and start a family. 20 years later, he left her for a 27-yr old second violinist using Mitsuko's barrenness as his excuse. Force to learn to be self sufficient and independant, Mitsuko began playing piano at private functions and art galleries. It was at one of these functions she met Rothko. Rothko, a self-absorbed abstract artist and confirmed bachelor, had prided himself on his knowledge of old-school R&B and classic rock. He had no time for classical piano, but upon hearing Mitsuko play, his heart melted and he was instantly in love. Four months later, Mitsuko found herself impossibly pregnant just days before her 50th birthday. Seven months after that, she gave birth to healthy twin girls and she and Rothko were married only hours later by the hospital chaplain.
ROOM: Toddler Panache https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/CA1792DC170111E7878666AA568FC1CB
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/a/jCZA1
ENTRY DETAILS: I stuck with the black and white. I was afraid that adding natural tones would make it too busy. It's very bright with lots of windows and there are two potty chairs, a tablet and some toys on the shelves to make it not too adult. I chose the bubbly wallpaper and crazy light fixture to add at least some fun to the room.
Constructive Criticism is always welcome.
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@Ainsleyf - the room looks fantastic, but you really need to keep to the specified entry form on the front page, if you don't, it makes like very complicated when it comes to compiling all the entries. It also means we know exactly which parts of which challenge each person has entered. Don't forget you can go back in and edit your post with the details for the different part of your entry.
Yes, It's vista quarry in oasis springs
FORUM ID:FoundMarbles
ORIGIN ID:FoundMarbles
LEVEL: Intermediate
LOT: Light & Stone https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/73A00183176F11E7824E17952A7A4D81?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=FoundMarbles&max=50&maxis=false
LOT COST: §1500
BUILD COST: §94749
TOTAL COST: §96249
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http: http://imgur.com/a/wAPvI
ENTRY DETAILS: This Windenburg Island home with it's stone veneer and wood cladding is in keeping with natural finishes. The house is secluded enough to do without window coverings which the home owner thinks would spoil the clean, sharp lines. The pool is fully fenced to prevent toddlers from drowning. The Sprinkler system's control box is in the closet under the stairs to hide it's ugliness.Though the nursery is as serious as the rest of the home, a nod to children is provided by brightly colored wall art and clothing. The Nanny's room has wall art showing her association with children. All else is in keeping with the black & white except the art works. A top floor studio will satisfy the professional artist and is well away from household noise and commotion. Art abounds!
SIM: Link to Gallery Upload: https://www.thesims.com/en_GB/gallery/3A8712B6173F11E7892F9D804C84730A
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: http://imgur.com/b5nAHrX
ENTRY DETAILS:
Rothko Close hs a gentle spirit even as he is ambitious and self assured in the field of art. He is cheerful and creative and these traits serve the children well. Rothko is affectionate with Mitsuko. They are demonstrative with the children and each other. Mitsuko is a creative pianist, loves books and is cheerful and attentive. Kichi and Akiko are charming and angelic. This is a family that gets on well with each other.These parents are mature enough to have their wants and desires balanced. Their priorities are all in order.
ROOM: (Name where the Room can be found on The Gallery or N/A if not entering) Link to Room on Gallery
ROOM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: (REQUIRED if entering - the slideshow is what your judges will primarily go by or N/A if not entering) link to media
ENTRY DETAILS:
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes! Please.
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: N/A
SPACE FOR PICTURES:
NICE @FoundMarbles! I love the 3rd floor outside comfy furnished deck and your dollhouse shot was great! Gallery link for Sims took me to one photo, though. Is it supposed to go to an album?
I have to admit I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by this challenge, I feel like my attempts don't have the glamorous look this family needs. But I'll keep trying!
FORUM ID: undressyourbones
ORIGIN ID: undressyourbones
LEVEL: Starting Out
LOT: Somewhere...Modern Re-Up.
LOT COST: §0.00
BUILD COST: §92,883
TOTAL COST: §92,883
LINK TO ENTRY SLIDESHOW: slideshow
ENTRY DETAILS: For the most part, the place is white, but when I did add some color, I only tried to do it with natural
materials like the wood paneling on the outside and the wood flooring . etc. Otherwise the place is pretty monotone.
Not too much furniture, only furniture that would serve a purpose.
SIM:
SIM ENTRY SLIDESHOW: slideshow
ENTRY DETAILS: I imagined that because they were an older couple, that they most likely went the adoptive route
and adopted two beautiful twin girls!
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes
CREDIT FOR CC/RECOLORS: none
SPACE FOR PICTURES:
My Challenges. Please try them out!
Vampire Dynasty (Legacy)
Season of the Witch (4 Gen. Legacy)
Stranded (Household Rotation)
Bad Kids Club (Household Rotation)
Blood's Thicker Than Water (Story)
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