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What's a good style for a building n00b like me?
SimGuruHydra
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Hey builders!
Ok so I'm feeling much more confident with building in TS4. I love trying to build - some of you may remember that I try to build cottages in TS2 & TS3. Some of you have even remodeled it!
Anyhow, perusing through the creative community I've learned many architectural style terms like Moderns, Tudors, Victorians.
Even the starters I see look like they take a lot of work.
I want to finally upload a lot - what kind of style would you recommend for a beginner to tackle first?
Ok so I'm feeling much more confident with building in TS4. I love trying to build - some of you may remember that I try to build cottages in TS2 & TS3. Some of you have even remodeled it!
Anyhow, perusing through the creative community I've learned many architectural style terms like Moderns, Tudors, Victorians.
Even the starters I see look like they take a lot of work.
I want to finally upload a lot - what kind of style would you recommend for a beginner to tackle first?
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But out of your list each would equally be a good place to start.
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Have fun building, what ever style you choose! Also I just want to throw this out there, a farm like world would be great!
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Another thing that I have learned is that sims pro builders like to visit sites that contain house designs and blueprints.
So far, since I'm one of the folks who can barely build anything more unique than a box - I'm gonna shoot for making a small modern
And, yup, I'll remember to keep it simple!
This, but I too am bias and
http://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/817478/hello-come-and-introduce-yourself
http://tinyurl.com/OneRoomOneWeek
http://tinyurl.com/rosemow
My Showcase thread https://forums.thesims.com/en_US/discussion/948861/rosemow-s-rooms-showcase
Looking at other people's builds is very helpful, and you can pick up new ideas of what good home layouts to use, how large to make certain rooms, and unique ways of decorating.
Have fun, and I will keep an eye out for your builds!
Do what you love and keep practicing - that's the key! Keep building homes you'd want to live in yourself, and others are sure to enjoy them.
If I don't upload a lot - I'll at least start with a room!
This is great - thanks so much for the tips!
Just thinking aloud.
I'd say, more than anything, don't be afraid to delete something, or even bulldoze everything. The most useful part of the new build mode, in my own experience, is the ability to delete whole rooms at a time. Just pick it up and throw it in the trash. It lets you try out twenty different combinations in no time before settling on the best one. The hardest part is deleting a specific part that you actually love, because it just doesn't quite work for that particular building. But you can always keep that part you love stored in the back of your mind for a future build, where it works better. I delete whole days' worth of designs sometimes, but I'd say about 40% of it shows up again somewhere in a later build.
Also, everything looks great as long as you keep it to three or less. Two windows on a specific wall segment are great; three are even better; four means they're too closely spaced or the wall is too long. One sofa is living room; two sofas are a doctor's office; three sofas are a frat house; four sofas are never ever necessary unless you're designing a furniture shop.
And I completely agree with @JBEAR1. Landscaping makes everything better.
I agree with Modern, you're just placing blocks. I love modern styles as well, nice clean lines, and appealing to every experience level.
of Goth judging from the fun simmies you have shared over the years
But a modern starter would probably be easy. Moderns can have really simple shapes
but still give a very strong impression. Use google and look at pictures for inspiration!
Bog standard downstairs kitchen, dining space, living space, bathroom, with an upstairs bathroom and 2 bedrooms
Then look at it and let your inner creativity off its leash
For example if I look at a design like that my mind is automatically thinking about combining kitchen + diner, using the space saved to create a small study/craft room, making the bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms, etc.. possibly making space for a stairway going up to a loft
You think back yard, I think backyard with a gardening shed at the back, small areas for playing, bbq, growing things, maybe a bit set aside for whenever we get swimming pools, and so on.
So this might reflect my ideas on lots stem from space efficiency, open plan, modern style, rather than traditional/old
you get the idea :)
Interior design styles are a whole new ball game everybody has their favourite flavors
Hehe! I do love the Victorian/goth styles! As for building something that style, I'd have to start with something a little more boxy.
Oh man interior designs - I can spend tons of time just trying to decorate a room. That def is a ball game all its own.
These are really great ideas - very inspiring! Ok so if not this week, I'm going to shoot for next week to at least share a room. If I have more time - then a little starter
Good Luck!
Oh and I second ruthless_kk's suggestion!
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