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Saunta2

Like the title states, I'm looking for a mansion to play out a story I have in mind. I would like it to be pretty big with amazing landscaping. On the lot I would also like a cottage for my housekeeper and her child. I would prefer the child's room to be a kind of loft like.

My building skills aren't the best, my landscaping even worse.

Thanks in advance.

LadyEmillye

I could help out if you'd like to give me what you are looking for via pm.

Saunta2

If you don't mind, can I out it here so others can see as well. In the event that you won't be able to then I won't have to keep repeating what I would like

LadyEmillye

Sure.

Saunta2

While I don't have specifics I want a mansion on a 50x50 or 64x64 lot. I prefer a bigger size so I can have lots of detailed landscaping. It's for a family of initially 3 with a cottage on the lot for 2. Another reason for the bigger lot size is because I want the cottage a little ways of from the house for "privacy". I would like there to be a loft bedroom in the cottage with two single beds or a small bedroom downstairs plus the loft bedroom for a child.

Of course a pool is a must and a fountain would be nice as well. Outdoor area for barbecuing, a spa area and gym. I need the house for a posh, well to do family.

LadyEmillye

I can start the initial build tomorrow and show you later in the week.

Saunta2

Sure, that would be great. I'm in no rush so you can take your time.

LadyEmillye

Just wanted to let you know I started on the cottage today. Got the shell done and will post pics later in the week so you can see the WIP and make any changes as needed.

Saunta2

Thanks

niamhio

I've built two houses that could be classed as a mansion! One on the Von Windenberg lot (64X64) and another on one of the Oasis Springs lots!

Saunta2

niamhio wrote: »

I've built two houses that could be classed as a mansion! One on the Von Windenberg lot (64X64) and another on one of the Oasis Springs lots!

Your builds are nice. I downloaded two for future use.

LadyEmillye

@Saunta2 - so first look at the WIP. The cottage with a walls down and up so you can see it furnished and layout. Plus the shell of the mansion with the outdoor pool and what will be an outdoor lounge area. No landscaping as yet.

Saunta2

It's lovely but I'm wondering if the downstairs of the cottage isn't a little too impressive. The cottage is for the housekeeper and her daughter, so I was thinking along the lines of something small and homey.

Saunta2

The upstairs is perfect though

LadyEmillye

No worries, I'll fix that up for you!

Saunta2

LadyEmillye wrote: »

No worries, I'll fix that up for you!

Haven't heard anything for a while so just checking in.

LadyEmillye

Gonna go in today to work on it, I'll post some pics later today

LadyEmillye

Here is update #1 today (there will be more).

So firstly, I fixed the inside of the housekeeper home and did some work surrounding her home.











And started on the outside of the mansion.

Saunta2

Lovely, it's shaping up very nicely

LadyEmillye

@Saunta2 So I have update #2 for you today, as well as a few questions before I proceed further:

You said it was a family for initially 3, how many bedrooms were you looking for?
Since it is a posh home, will each bedroom have an ensuite, or a Jack and Jill Bathroom?
Will there be children? Do you need a nursery? Or a playroom for the children? Or do you want their room big enough to include the playroom?
You also said you wanted a Gym and a Spa, is there any other hobbies or activities you would like included?
Would you like a room set up for when the Laundry Stuff Pack comes out?

If I have further questions, I will let you know. On to the piccies:

In this pic, it gives you a starting idea of the entryway, with the dining room as one of the front rooms with the kitchen (with patio access) behind it.







Butler's Bedroom and Ensuite off of the kitchen.



An upscale version of a Mudroom?

Saunta2

It's a rich snobbish family with old money, if that helps give an idea of what I have in mind. A grand master bedroom with ensuite, a walk in closet if possible, a balcony to the bedroom.

2 children's bedrooms, one for each sex, 2 teen plus bedrooms again one for each sex. The children bedrooms could have a jack and Jill, the teens especially the female room should have an ensuite bathroom. At least one guest room. The guest room should probably be ensuite too.

Definitely a nursery with an adjoining playroom, and a bathroom close by for bathing toddlers.

In terms of hobbies, definitely piano, violin and chess. Area for laundry as well.

Saunta2

The mansion so far looks wonderful and I love the kitchen

LadyEmillye

Alright, that gives me quite a bit to work with. I'll give another update on my next day off

LadyEmillye

Up to date Progress:

Upstairs I have the nursery done, with play room and bathroom. I left enough space so the sims can grow in the room, as well as if they have twins.



Laundry area



A Recital Room:





The Sauna above is attached to the Spa Room, I'll most likely attach the Gym to the Spa.







So really the downstairs needs a gym, a living room, flooring and it's pretty much complete then upstairs and landscaping.

Saunta2

Thank you so much and I love the choice of tile used outside by the pool. Its really coming along lovely

LadyEmillye

So while getting the downstairs completed, I made a few slight adjustments that you'll see in the pics. I included a reading nook off the living room, and the hallway between the recital room and the butler's room is now gone..The stage in the recital room was extended and the door moved. I also included a walk out to the pool from the locker room of the spa, since it really should have access (imo) and the spa is located in the gym.

I also created a small kitchenette in the living room for popcorn, drinks and espresso.

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