You weren't sure where to look. The couple in front of you seemed to have forgotten you were there. Sitting in front of you on the opposite couch were The Meronas, Carlos and Betty. Newlyweds, of course. They were entwined around each other now, Betty in Carlos' lap.
It started with some simple affectionate patting as they started to explain how they had decided to have a modest wedding and set that money aside to have a honeymoon retreat built. "Somewhere on the beach," Betty had said as Carlos rubbed her knee.
After informing you that they wanted a secluded romantic tropical hideaway and how they only had a budget of 30,000 simoleans, you looked down to jot down some notes. By the time you had looked back up, Betty was in Carlos' lap and they were in full "make out" mode.
You tried clearing your throat softly at first, but they continued. After a few more moments, you decided to just get up and leave them alone for a bit.
Some notes:
Make sure to pick a scenic spot. Lot size doesn't matter, but think cozy, tropical, and romantic amenities. Keep in mind the budget.
Optional Challenge:
Create Carlos and Betty Merona as sims and take pictures of them on their honeymoon!
Anjubee
Did you ever play Mad Libs as a kid? I know they were quite popular when I was growing up, and I've had the idea to write a challenge like this for awhile. I hope you'll like it.
If you have never played Mad Libs before, here's how it works. You'll be asked to fill in at random some words. For example, an adjective. You just say whatever adjective comes to mind first. You'll do this for a bunch of questions. Then, after you've filled it all out, you get to see a story. The story has blanks in it. And in those blanks are your answers. Sometimes they are quite silly. Below is an example just using a sentence or two.
The questions:
1. Girl's name
2. Color
3. Adjective to describe personality
4. Number
5. Noun
The story:
One day, 1. will live in a 2., 3. house and have 4. 5.
The story with my answers:
One day, Renee will live in a green, silly house and have 100 bananas.
Kind of silly, but I think this could be quite fun...
So here is your "homework" for tonight. Please copy the "My Sim Libs Form" that is below into a new post and fill it out. Paste it into your reply on this forum. Soon, I will post the "story" for this week.
My Sim Libs Form:
1. A number 2-7
2. A word that can be used to describe someone's personality
3. Last name
4. A number 20-100
5. A number 2-7
6. An adjective
7. A number 20-100
8. A number 20-100
9. A number 2-7
10. A number 2-7
11. A number 5-20
12. A color
13. An adjective
14. A color
15. A room of the house
16. A number 2-7
17. A color
18. Your favorite inexpensive Sims item
19. A number 20-100
20. An adjective
21. An action verb
22. An adjective to describe personality
23. An adjective
Addict
Please go to this week's official thread for more details.
It is that time again! Time to let your style truly shine and compete in the Summer Designer Showdown!
We saw some amazing results and even some featured lots with the past showdowns, so lets heat things up even more this time and dazzle the masses with your designer magic. You have 2 full weeks this time!
But, wait, there is a twist!
On the property itself, you will find these 4 items.
You will choose ONE of these items to use as your inspiration to decorate and furnish your house. In the end, when the judges look at your media, they should know which item you chose just by looking at the way you decorated and furnished. Please also include the object you chose somewhere in your house and be sure to have it in a screenshot. You can delete the objects you didn't choose as your inspiration. You also cannot duplicate the item you do use as your inspiration.
This is the house!
Download from the Exchange
Rules and details:
* You cannot change the foundation, walls, and roofing
* Yes, all walls, foundation, and roof must remain the same
* You can replace doors, windows, stairs, and the fireplace, but they have to remain in the same position (meaning if it's a 2 tile window, you have to replace it with a 2 tile window or 2 single tile windows, etc.)
* You can designate the rooms however you like, but your outcome should be a 4 bedroom house with 2.5 bathrooms and a laundry room
* You can't change the roof shape, but you can change the texture and color
* You can add structural elements for landscaping purposes, such as a greenhouse, gazebo, or a carport (no garages), but they cannot be attached to the main house
* You can change, add or delete any fencing
* This must be on a 30x30 lot
* THERE IS NO BUDGET!
* The theme is completely up to you. It does not have to be Summer themed, but your house should reflect your inspirational object
* You do not need any expansion packs to compete. The house was built with only base game elements
* CC is allowed, but please list/link/credit them when you submit so downloaders can find them!
Ready... Set... GO!
Anjubee
You’re sitting at your desk when the phone rings. The girl on the other end begins right away.
“Hi, there. I’m Roxanne Katy and I have a design headache on my hands. My best friend and I would really like to move in together, but we are pretty much opposites when it comes to style. I mean, every time I visit his apartment, I feel like I’m going to step in a cow patty or something. He thinks my sleek place isn’t “warm” enough. We both love music and eating organic, but I’m afraid that my rocker style and his country roots are just not compatible when it comes to creating a place that’s right for both of us. Neither of us wants the other to give up his/her style, but we just don’t know how to make it work. We want at least two bedrooms, and the place doesn’t have to be large. We have 30,000 to spend. My favorite color is sky blue topaz and his is brown, so we’d like to see those used. Also, we want the whole house to look like it goes together, so even though our bedrooms are our own areas, we don’t want them to be too much of shock as visitors move from the common areas to our separate spaces.”
“I think I can come up with something. Anything else I need to know?” you reply.
“No, I think that’s it. You know a little about our styles, favorite colors, and some of our interests. I’ll leave the rest to you.”
“I’ll have it for you no later than two weeks from today!” you try to sound a bit more confident than you feel.
“Wonderful! We look forward to see how you bring it all together.” She hangs up the phone, and you begin contemplating how to manage a rocker-country mix.
In anticipation for the Sims International Films Festival and the Late Night expansion, I thought this would be a good time to tackle an idea I've had for awhile. It is something a few of us flip team members teamed up together to do for Fidler's Extreme Mansion Challenge. We created a giant movie mansion on a 60x60 lot with over 30 different sets that can be used for storytelling.
We were successful for the most part, but the major problem with our lot was that it was simply TOO BIG! We put so much detail into it, the lot was pretty bulky and took a long time to load for those who didn't run sims on good computers.
For the longest time, I've been meaning to create mini sets on 30x30 lots to make it less cumbersome. Since I've never gotten around to it and since I know you guys can be super creative, I figured I should make this into a challenge to see how you guys do!
Please pick one theme from the list below and build a movie set consisting of the following interiors that aren't easy to find in game: a restaurant or bar, a bookstore, an office, a hospital room, and a classroom. You may add any other rooms you can think of that may be appropriate to the theme, but please keep in mind that you only have a 30x30 lot to work with. For the exteriors, you are free to make it however you want, whether it is keeping with the theme or if you would like it to make it look like a studio building.
If you have any other themes you can think of and would like to try, please post your idea and we'll see if it's doable.
There is no budget.
Lot type does not matter, but you should discreetly make sure the lot is playable enough for sims to satisfy their needs if they were wandering around on free will.
No CC except custom patterns allowed! Since we are building this for the story telling community, we want to make sure it is easily accessible. You can use any items from the base game, expansions, stuff packs, and even store items. But please keep in mind not to use too many store items because once again, we want to make our sets as easy as possible to utilize. This may just be the most challenging part for some of you!
Also please make sure to make it clear either in your lot name or lot description that the lot is meant to be used as a set for storytelling. It makes it easier to find for people who are looking for sets.
So while we’re in the mood for movies, I thought I would issue a challenge I have wanted to try myself for quite some time. It is based on a classic movie I have seen a countless number of times.
And now I hope all of you will try your hand at recreating this classic home and scene from The Wizard of Oz.
For those who are unfamiliar with the movie, or even those who do know it, I have included two You Tube links for inspiration.
The challenge comes in two forms for this week’s contest:
1. To recreate (as nearly as possible from the shots you see in the videos) the home and Munchkinland, where the home lands.
2. And the biggie...To design the home in “black and white,” just like it is in the movie, and Munchkinland in all its Technicolor splendor. As a tip, keep in mind that black and white movies contain muted grays more than harsh black and white hues. Consider material as well. Metals will probably be too reflective a texture, while fabrics might give the softer look you need.
And those are the directions. Make Munchkinland as vast as you like, or more compact if time is short. But be sure to capture the essence of the colorless home in the midst of a vibrantly colored outside world. Please note that photo effects to create the appropriate colors is not allowed. Your build must truly be black and white in-game.
OPTIONAL CHALLENGE:
For those looking for a huge challenge, create two lots:
One lot should be fully black and white and include the entire farmhome in Kansas (eg. with chicken coops, cellar, etc). My suggestion is to build just the home first and save it to the library. Then continue building on the original lot to add the rest of the grounds.
The second lot is the home in Munchkinland. If you saved to the library, you already have the home itself built, now you can just redecorate the outside to reflect her arrival "somewhere over the rainbow."
AS A SIDENOTE:
I have been considering writing a playing challenge based on The Wizard of Oz for awhile now. Down the road, if I decide to do this (I'll need to do some playtesting first), I would like to be able to use one or two of these lots. If you are OK with that, please note it on your official entry form. I will most likely select one build with cc and one lot without cc. Credit will be generously given, and your lot would be linked on the challenge thread and any related media.
I will also be looking for sims for this challenge. If you decide to create some anyway for this challenge, here are the ones I'd like (they can be one household): Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, Glinda (the Good Witch), the Wicked Witch, The Wizard, and Auntie Em.
This challenge is super simple! Just show off your Halloween builds! Halloween is in the air and everyone is showing off their spooky creations. As BnS participants, let's show off our goods too!
You have no restrictions except for a Halloween theme. Halloween theme doesn't have to be a haunted house either. Be imaginative and see what you can come up with!
It can be a new build or it can be something you've built in the past and are super proud of.
I had lots of fun with my Halloween Showcase entry last year.
Optional Challenge:
Create a Halloween story featuring your build!
CaramelMomo18
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.afantasycometrue.blogspot.com
Optional Challenges entered?: A little short story included.
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
Creatures of the Night
Dark outside. Already. Winter is coming soon, and just looking at the shadowed, leafless trees makes you want to pull your sweater a little tight around you as you wait for your final client of the day.
Finally, a knock.
Kind of weird. And a little unnerving, actually. They usually just open the door and come in. But when you look, it seems to be your client.
Going to the door, you notice he looks...a little pale. There is a lot going around this time of year, you think to yourself.
He’s polite when you greet him, though. He introduces himself, nodding his head in recognition rather than taking your offered hand.
Then it’s a little awkward. He seems to be awaiting an invitation to come inside. You take a look at his pale skin again and think you can’t really afford to be sick, but there’s something so convincing about his gaze. You decide to invite him in.
Bill tells you that he and his friend, Eric, are new in town and looking for a large modern home in which to lay down some roots. They have quite a lot to spend, $275K altogether, but the budget matches the build.
Bill explains they want a 3-story, 5BR, 4BA modern home on a medium lot. On the ground floor, they want an indoor pool and party area with a kitchen area off to the side, “mostly to accommodate our guests,” he says.
Elsewhere in the home, they want a “drawing room” (kind of an antiquated term, you think to yourself) with at least an easel, chess, several book cases, and a fire place. This room seems to be the one most suited to Bill’s tastes. Eric also has a special request for a media room with a bar and a private office off of this area.
Before leaving, Bill reiterates he would like a modern home. His request is primarily black and white decor, but the two could not decide on a third color to complement the scheme, so they will leave it up to your “professional judgment,” he says. Outside, they’d like the landscaping fairly minimal. Neither cares much for flowers, and they’re really more “nighttime, indoor-types,” he explains. They both like luxurious surroundings, and they’d like all of the bedrooms to feature double beds, with the two largest ones also including a fire place.
Bill smiles the biggest smile he can without baring his teeth and nods again before walking out.
The room grows instantly warmer.
NOTES:
Medium lot=30x30 or less, for our purposes
Feel free to use Late Night objects, etc. I have made the brief neutral for those who only have the Base Game or won't be able to purchase LN for awhile.
If you buy Late Night, it looks like the vamps have a special type of bed. You can use that in the 2 main bedrooms instead of doubles.
It's been awhile, but it's time for another neighborhood project! This time, we're going to work to finish the AWESOME 'hood conceptualized by Tota. And as she soon leaves for a tour around the world!, I'd love to have this done as a going away present for all her hard work.
Instead of reinventing the wheel, I would ask that you sign up for your lot at Builder's Boulevard. If you are not a member, we hope you will consider joining for this great project. The address is www.buildersboulevard.com . You only need an email address to join. This is a great community of builders, and we don't spam or send any random messages to your email.
If you are a member or plan to join
(Once you've joined) please visit the site and click on "databases" in the bar near the top. The database you want for this project is labeled "Sanshi Suimei Lots." Once in the database, take a look at the list of remaining builds and pick one of interest to you. Then click on "Easy Edit." Please CAREFULLY add your name to the "claimed by" column so we know who is working on the lot and that it has been claimed.
If you do not want to join but would like to participate
Please just visit the site as a guest and click on "databases" in the bar near the top. The database you want for this project is labeled "Sanshi Suimei Lots." Once in the database, take a look at the list of remaining builds and pick one of interest to you. Then you may just post your choice here and I will go in and reserve it for you.
This is a noncompetitive week and will not be judged. It is about community and producing an AWESOME product together.
Once your build is complete, please note that in the Builder's Boulevard database. Next, please post the information for your lot here. You can use the traditional Official Entry form once your lot is complete. Please be sure to include the lot number and address from the database entry. And as always, be sure to share those links!
I know it is almost winter, but we didn't get a chance to squeeze in a Fall Designer Showdown earlier, so here we are!
This time, instead of taking a shell I built, let's take one of those less-than-wonderful existing EA builds and work your designer magic!
You can choose any EA residential build from any expansion. They can be an existing lot already placed or even something from the bin.
Take a few screenshots for some before pictures and make sure to take plenty of after screenshots for judging!
Rules and details:
* You have a total budget of $75k simoleans!
* You cannot change the foundation, exterior walls, and roofing
* Yes, exterior walls, foundation, and roof must remain the same
* You can change the texture and color of the roof
* Feel free to change the interior layout if you need to, so changing interior walls is ok as long as it doesn't effect the exterior walls
* You can add, delete, or change any doors, windows, fencing, staircases, and fireplaces
* You can add structural elements for landscaping purposes, such as a greenhouse, gazebo, or a carport (no garages), but they cannot be attached to the main house
* The theme is completely up to you. It does not have to be Fall themed
* You do not need any expansion packs to compete.
* CC is allowed, but please list/link/credit them when you submit so downloaders can find them!
The smell floods your nose as soon as they walk into your office.
That smell. That glorious smell. How could you have ever forgotten it?
Honey Biscuit's famous honey biscuits!
Before you know it, the biscuits are presented ( a big stack...you work hard to stay focused on the clients, and not those biscuits!), placed on your desk, and you are wrapped in the arms of one Honey Biscuit.
It's a full five minutes before she pauses to stop from complimenting your work on their remodeled bed and breakfast. But finally, they come to the reason they're here: they want to redecorate their beautiful home for the holidays. And they will accept nothing but the work of the best, you!
You pause from chewing long enough to share a goofy smile, showing you're quite pleased with the compliment but have a mouth too full to express the words at just this moment.
"We love our home, as Honey might have mentioned," Abraham laughs as he continues, "so you don't have to knock down any internal walls or anything like last time, unless you want to. We just want the home to be decked in seasonal colors and have a warm feel for the holidays. And we want to spare no expense, so we're adding $25,000 to bring the home's total value to $300,000."
"The patio..." Honey jumps in, "is lovely. But we'd also like to find a way to warm it up a bit in temperature for the colder weather. We would be open to adding walls with large windows to the patio or any other solution you have that would add some warmth."
Finally finishing the biscuit, savoring every crumb that's just a little stuck to your tongue with no drink to wash it down, you reply.
"We can definitely do that. I am so pleased you thought of us. And of course, I can't thank you enough for these delicious biscuits!"
Honey gives you another hug and Abraham shakes your hand before the two walk out, hand-in-hand, into the snow.
FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT KNOW THE BISCUITS, WHO WERE THE FAMILY FOR CHALLENGE #7:
You can find the original challenge here: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1455/21728.page . Your build should meet these requirements as well. Please post any questions here on this week's post to avoid the confusion of posts and answers in two locations.
FOR THOSE WHO WERE A PART OF CHALLENGE #7:
You have it very easy this week, if you want. You can use your original build and just redecorate, or you can reimagine the whole thing if you desire!
Once upon a time... there was a builder who loved to build sim houses. Making sim dreams come true was this builder's specialty. From small starters to luxurious mansions, the builder has done them all.
Word gets around, of course. Even to the tiniest of creatures.
One night, a small gnome appeared into the builder's bedroom while the builder slept. Not wanting to wake the peaceful slumber, the small gnome gently touched the builder's forehead and implanted one thought.
It was time to build something truly magical...
The gnome wanted the builder to build something from the fairy tales told around the world. A lot not too big and not too small. A lot not too shabby and not too grand. A lot not too real and not too surreal.
It was a challenge the builder has never been faced with.
As the builder slept, the builder dreamed... of all the possibilities this challenge may bring.
Will the builder succeed and create this happily ever after?
Rules and details:
Basically, pick a home from a favorite fairy tale. We are not talking about the big castles of princesses who already have their happy ending, but recreating the quaintness of humble beginnings and finding magic and contentment in that.
A few examples are...
* Home of the 7 dwarves from Snow White
* Home of the 3 bears from Goldilocks
* Repunzel's treehouse
You don't have to worry about budget this time around, but just try not to overwhelm yourself with something too big!
Anjubee
To all who have participated in a Build-n-Share challenge this year:
This week, let's take a break. It has been a busy year. And we have been busy building! To celebrate the close of 2010 and the beginning of 2011, share your favorite build from 2010. It can be residential or commercial, small or large. Post the link to the build, a link to media, and if you'd like, **one screenshot** to show off your work. Feel free to comment on others' work, and to rec with reckless abandon. Wishing everyone a happy new year!
Hope everyone had an awesome New Year's! To kick this new year off, I thought we would start with a plan challenge. Here it is!
Please build according to this plan. The point to this challenge is to see how creative you can be with your interpretation of it. The style of the home can be completely up to you as long as the floorplan is laid out like the above.
Please note that you can ignore any closets if you like since it isn't required for sim living, but feel free to keep them in too.
Please also note that this isn't a mansion, so scale is important. Scale your room sizes appropriately and only build on a huge lot if you plan on landscaping the bejeezus out of it.
You can add a detached garage or carport if you like along with any structural landscaping features as long as it is not part of the floorplan.
There is no budget, so have fun!
Remember to take an overhead shot of your floorplan for judging along with all of your other screenshots!
You recognize your client as soon as she waddles in. Wait. Waddles?! Is she...
Yes, she is.
And she wants you to build a new home for her, her husband, and their baby boy on the way!
"We'd love a 3 BR, 2.5 BA home," she tells you. "We're still having a hard time deciding on a nursery theme, so we're hoping you'll make the decision for us! We're debating between a robot nursery with silvery-blue walls and some punches of accent colors in maybe red or orange OR a retro nursery decorated with the toys from when we were younger and painted in primary colors. We're a little worried about too bright of a yellow on the walls, though. I've read some things about it making it hard for the kid to sleep..."
You jot down the two color schemes as she continues.
"We'd also like the rest of the home to be kid-friendly with little spots for convenience for the baby to sleep, eat and play. I like a little bit of a retro feel, and my husband likes modern. But we don't want too much glass because of safety concerns with the baby. And we want it to look homey, so not too modern, I guess. The third bedroom should be a music room for my husband, and I'll need a little office area and bookcase in the master bedroom for school work. Our current kitchen is tiny, so we'd like an area that is open to the dining room, at least. My favorite room in my current house is a screened in porch, so if you could include that, it would be wonderful. Finally, we'd like a fenced in yard for the puppies...and eventually, for baby!"
You can tell she has given this some thought. It is hard to keep up!
"Our budget isn't huge. We were hoping you could create the home for about 65K. I thought about trying to do some of the design myself, but I've been a little lost in pregnancy books, cloth diapering websites, and sewing machine manuals. So much to do and just so little time!"
You laugh. "We'll get it taken care of. At least you can check ONE thing off the list!"
She gives you a big hug before slowly making her way back to the parking lot.
To celebrate the coming holiday, this week's challenge will focus on a Sim couple created by you. The build should be a couple's starter (no more than $18,500 simoleons fully furnished and decorated). For design inspiration, consider the colors and themes of the season. You may pick from the themes below, or create your own Valentine look. After you have created your home, I would love to meet the happy couple and see them begin life in their new home. Perhaps we'll see a romantic story or a comedy about learning to live with one another's little "quirks."
Ideas for possible themes and colors for inspiration:
Color schemes:
Chocolate covered cherries (a personal favorite!)
Sweethearts (the little pastel hearts with sayings)
Traditional red and white
Red, pink, and purple
This week’s challenge is to create two micro homes on two separate 10x10 lots (these can be found in World Editor, which you can find at the bottom left corner of your screen when in your neighborhood). The two lots should look stylistically similar on the outside, but worlds apart on the inside. One should be based on the “lion,” which you could interpret as a cue for colors, style, decor, ‘attitude,’ or more, and the other should be based on the “lamb,” a very different animal...
If you are short on time this week, feel free to create just one of the lots, but be sure to identify which you have chosen. If you have time, creating a set is always a nice way to up your download totals, as if you advertise in the lot description and people like the build, they often “have” to have its mate! As always, judges will evaluate your work based on the pics, so make sure you show off the build/s with your photography!
It's that time of year. Time to dust things off, figure out what to keep, and what it's time to part with.
We've all got them (or at least I know I do!): those half-finished projects waiting for a strike of inspiration, the "photo shoot" to get it ready to advertise on The Exchange, a couple of trees and flowers for the yard. These next two weeks, let Build-n-Share be your motivator and coach. Tackle that big project (or a few). Show off your favorite/s here on the board for recs and feedback. Judging will be based on the whole of your work, whether that be one build or several. If you submit several works, for the media to be used for judging, please limit yourself to 30 shots so the judges don't have to sift through too much to process the work. You may provide a link with additional images if you like for members of our supportive community.
Slap on that fresh coat of paint, rip up the carpet and put down some hard wood, get that house ready for spring and its debut on the Exchange!
The weather's getting warmer and the students are getting restless. It's your job to build the vacation spot of their dreams. You determine the locale; will it be a sunny beach resort, a lakeside lodge, or a world-inspired destination? No matter your chosen theme, please include four rooms with two double beds and two rooms with just one double bed. This way, your destination can be used as a hotel for other simmers who might have larger families to accommodate. Inside, be sure to at least include a pool, game room, cafeteria/restaurant, and a lobby. Don't forget to landscape the outside appropriately as well. Do your best to make the entire property fit the decor and "feel" of your selected theme. Cost is no object, so have at it! For easier gameplay (and easier building and decorating), I would go with a medium-sized lot (read: not 60x60 etc.)
Colors:
Pastels
(Special Note: Please complement with either white or brown.)
Special Requests:
A spacious kitchen for dying eggs
A large backyard for a grand egg hunt
A special room for day-of activities, including the all-important bunny hop
Two guest rooms for making all of his "Peeps" feel welcome
Budget:
Unlimited. Sunset Valley has decided to honor one of its most cherished citizens.
Clients:
(Young adult or adult sim) Elenita Delgado and her (elder sim) mother, Maria
Budget:
75K
Wants:
A one-story home with a southwestern United States feel
A spot for a vegetable garden for Elenita and a separate flower garden for her mother
A large kitchen where Elenita can prepare fresh foods from her garden
Beautiful flowers throughout the home to celebrate Maria's love of blooms
3 bedrooms
Stone floors
Colors:
Vibrant and colorful, to be chosen from colors like red, orange, yellow, lime green, aqua blue, and purple
Happy building!
Addict
In honor of Addict, the challenge this week will be one of the build types she is so famous for – the Starter!
In a rush, you gather up your portfolio and head for the door of your office. It’s 12:15, and you’re supposed to meet with your new client across town in just 15 minutes. Sunset Valley is a small town, but traffic can be fierce during the lunch rush.
“Rose,” you call to your secretary, “if Ms. Foxglove calls, tell her I’m on my way.”
Hopping in the car, you slam the door and speed out of the driveway. “Hmmm,” you think to yourself. “Foxglove…isn’t that some kind of a flower? I wonder what this client will be like. They’re all so different. But that’s what makes the job so much fun.”
After making good time, you arrive at the Little Corsican Bistro with a few minutes to spare. You give your name to the hostess, and she escorts you to Ms. Foxglove’s table. Your first impression is that she is very pretty, in a vintage sort of way.
Ms. Foxglove stands and offers her hand in greeting. “Hi, I’m Ginny Foxglove! Well, my real name is Virginia, but everyone just calls me Ginny. It’s so nice to meet you!”
Despite her somewhat conservative look, Ginny is friendly and exuberant. “It’s nice to meet you as well,” you say. You sit down and make small talk with Ginny while looking over the menu. After your orders are placed, you get down to business. “I understand you are looking to build a house."
“Yes,” says Ginny. “I have a little bit saved up. Not a whole lot, mind you. Just enough for a one bedroom , one bath house. That’s all I really need right now as I’m single and concentrating on my career.”
“Well, I’ve worked on all types of houses from the most extravagant to starters like yours,” you explain. I’ve learned over the years how to give even the smallest house a rich and inviting look.”
“That sounds perfect,” says Ginny. “What I’d really love is a country-style house with a cottage garden. I just adore flowers. In fact, I’d be just as happy relaxing outside in the garden as I would inside.”
As you talk with your client, ideas begin to blossom and take shape. English Country, French Country, which direction to take? Following a very productive lunch, you head back to your office with a plan in mind. You are certain that Ginny Foxglove will be thrilled with your final product.
STYLE - Country with cottage garden
BUDGET - 16,500
mgolden27
LINK TO LOT: None yet. It says it uploaded, but I can't find it in my studio. Will upload to media fire if I don't see it by tomorrow.
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=323192
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
Tamlyn
Link to Lot: hm can't upload and can't be bothered poking it atm to see why
Link to Media: http://tamlynsims.livejournal.com/10790.html
Constructive criticism: Yes, please.
Wow! It’s the 100th week of Build-n-Share challenges. Time sure flies… In honor of Build-n-Share’s 100th week, we are inviting all past, present, and new members to join in a community neighborhood project! For this very special anniversary, Addict had the idea of creating a community neighborhood filled with our community members and their houses. This challenge will take place in two phases. This week, please choose your lot and create your Simself or TS3 avatar household.
We have an idea for households, but please feel free to offer other suggestions as well: use your TS3 persona as your LAST name and your real 1st name (if you feel comfortable doing so) as your FIRST name. For example, I would be Kathy Kittkat7147. For my household, I would add my husband, Dale Kittkat7147 (it’s just the two of us!). If you don’t feel comfortable making your real family, you can, of course, post a fictitious family. In that case, please still use your TS3 persona somewhere in your name and avoid last names like “Sim” or “Avatar.” If we have too many of those, it would make relationships in the town a little confusing Also, we’d like to have a variety of family ages, types, and sizes to make the neighborhood as functional as possible, so feel free to add to your family if needed.
Next week will be the build week for your houses. You can make a Sim-replica of our real house or shoot for the moon and create the house of your dreams
One last thing, we need a name for this neighborhood we are creating! Any and all suggestions are welcomed. At the end of the week we’ll post a poll and let you, the members of Build-n-Share, decide on the name.
Official "Community" Lot Sign-up Form
Family Surname (last name):
Family members (first names) and ages:
Chosen lot # (1-72):
Chosen lot address:
One afternoon, you are working diligently on the plans for a new restaurant, the King and Pie, which will serve Thai food and French desserts. The intercom buzzes, and Rose, your secretary, says, “The Foster family is here for their 4:30 appointment.”
“Did I know about this appointment?” you ask, puzzled.
“Well, they sounded so desperate, and I just knew you could fit them in!” Rose says sheepishly.
You take a quick glance at yourself in the mirror, comb that lock of hair that always falls in your face, and tell Rose, “Please send them in.”
In walks a handsome family of five. The father is holding a newborn baby in his arms; the mother is shepherding in two other children. One, a girl, looks to be a teenager. The other is a boy of about 8 or 9.
The father begins speaking and you immediately recognize from his accent that he must be from Australia. “Hi, mate! I’m Jack Foster and this is me wife, Jenny, me daughter, Nicole, me son, Hugh, and the li’l one is Russell.”
You soon learn that the family has just been transferred from Perth, Australia. Jack is to begin a corporate job at the Doo Peas Tower.
“So what can I do for you?” you begin.
Jack speaks for the whole family and tells you about their wish for a newly built house rather than moving into an existing one. “Me mum-in-law—Jenny’s mother, Sarah Jones—will be coming to live with us in a few weeks after she tidies up her affairs. We want a granny flat for her, and the estate agent, Cookie Kwan (d’ya know her?) said there weren’t anything like that in Sunset Valley.”
“A granny flat?” you think. But you soon find out after gentle prodding that it is a separate apartment with its own entrance, kitchen, bedroom and living spaces. As you continue the discussion, you find out that Jack loves to barbecue and has always wanted to live at the beach. Jenny is a writer and works from home. Nicole is in high school and plans to be either an architect or a doctor. Hugh likes sports and playing with his Dad and doesn’t like taking baths. And Russell likes to eat and be loved.
You ask Jenny about her mother and find out that she is an avid guitarist. (“She says she wants her own place so that she won’t bother us with her practicing.”) Sarah is retired from being a music teacher, but might find a part-time job if there is an organic grocery in town.
When you ask about interior design, Jenny takes the lead. “I guess we like a contemporary look, but it has to be comfortable. I hate those places you see in magazines that look like no one lives there.”
“Any color scheme in mind?” you ask.
“Purple!” Jenny answers immediately.
“Purple? Just purple? Blue-purple? Red-purple? Lavender? Any of those?” you ask.
“Yes!” she says with a twinkle in her eye. After a pause, she continues, “Just little bits of purple here and there. You know, as an accent color. And we like light woods too. But I trust your taste for the overall scheme!”
“And what sort of budget do we have to work with?” you continue.
Jack takes over. “The corporation is footing the bill for our move here, and what with the sale of our house and all, we have §95,000 to spend.”
“Don’t forget Mum’s §105,000!” Jenny chimes in.
So as it nears 7 pm, you are finally ushering the family out of your studio. Rose (the rat!) has already left for the day. Jack turns to you and says, “You can have this ready for us in two weeks, can’t ya, mate?” Trying to hide the panic in your voice, you reply, “Of course, I can!”
Requirements:
• Budget: §200,000
• Lot should be on or near the beach.
• Main house: 4 bedrooms (one is a nursery), 3.5 bathrooms, office/library with computer for Jenny, garage (for 1 or 2 cars). Interior design: comfortable contemporary; your color scheme should include light colored woods and purple accents.
• Granny flat: can be a separate building on the same lot as the main house, a building attached to the main house, or a separate floor of the main house. The Granny flat should have a separate entrance, its own kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and living spaces. Architecture and interior design should be related to the main house but need not be the same. Be sure to provide a guitar and bicycle for Sarah Jones.
• Outdoor areas: a grilling space for Jack, a vegetable garden for Sarah Jones, and a yard for Hugh to play in.
Optional Challenge: Create the Foster family and provide pictures of the family living in their new home.
Note: You do not have to have the Generations Expansion Pack to enter this challenge.
Hanging up the phone with Jack Foster, you breathe a sigh of relief. The Foster family just loves the house you designed for them. Only pausing a moment to enjoy your success, you buzz Rose and ask her to come in the office.
“Hi, boss!” she says brightly as she breezes into the office. She plops down in a chair and drops a folder on your desk.
“What’s this?” you ask.
“It’s our new client,” she chirps. I had him fill out some paperwork while you were on the phone.”
“My, but you are efficient,” you laugh. Send him in please.” As you chuckle to yourself, Rose sashays off to find the client. You rise and shake hands with a most unusual man. He seems to be wearing knickers. How odd…
“Good afternoon!” he booms. I’m Ben, and I have a bit of an unusual request for you.”
“Well, that’s what keeps things interesting around here,” you think to yourself. We specialize in unusual requests,” you reply reassuringly. “Why, one time we had a client who wanted an elevated house with no outside doors. Now, that was unusual!” You both share a laugh as you describe the job commissioned by Colonel Fearful.
“Just tell me what you need,” you say, and Ben begins to share his story.
“I’m a pretty patriotic guy,” he says. “And it’s been my life-long dream to own a little restaurant. Well, more of a diner, really. Nothing too fancy, just a little place where I can serve up some of my favorite dishes. I even have a name picked out – The 1776 Diner.”
“Sounds interesting! Do you have any ideas for the décor?”
“Oh yes,” Ben assures you. I want it to be decorated in my favorite colors – red, white, and blue.”
“Well, that’s certainly do-able. Any preferences on the style? ” you ask.
“I’m open on that front,” Ben tells you. I’ve thought about a typical 50’s diner or even a more historical theme to go with the 1776 name. I’ll leave those kinds of decisions up to you though – you’re the expert, after all.”
After a few more preliminaries, you have a good idea of what your client is asking for. As you show Ben out, your mind begins to consider the possibilities. “Hmmm,” you think to yourself, “I wonder why he looks so familiar…”
Requirements:
•Community Lot
•Include food cash registers (from buydebug) so that sims can actually eat at your diner
•Build at 64 Westlake Drive in Twinbrook
•Color scheme should be red, white, and blue (see optional challenge)
•The building style is up to you
•Include a patio with outside dining
•Don’t forget to provide parking
•CC is allowed
Optional Challenges
1. If you are not from the U.S., feel free to change the color scheme to reflect the colors of your homeland.
2. Download Ben Franklin and capture a picture of him in the diner. The best picture as decided by community vote will be featured at Builders’ Boulevard.
Comments
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/236753.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Love Shack
You weren't sure where to look. The couple in front of you seemed to have forgotten you were there. Sitting in front of you on the opposite couch were The Meronas, Carlos and Betty. Newlyweds, of course. They were entwined around each other now, Betty in Carlos' lap.
It started with some simple affectionate patting as they started to explain how they had decided to have a modest wedding and set that money aside to have a honeymoon retreat built. "Somewhere on the beach," Betty had said as Carlos rubbed her knee.
After informing you that they wanted a secluded romantic tropical hideaway and how they only had a budget of 30,000 simoleans, you looked down to jot down some notes. By the time you had looked back up, Betty was in Carlos' lap and they were in full "make out" mode.
You tried clearing your throat softly at first, but they continued. After a few more moments, you decided to just get up and leave them alone for a bit.
Some notes:
Make sure to pick a scenic spot. Lot size doesn't matter, but think cozy, tropical, and romantic amenities. Keep in mind the budget.
Optional Challenge:
Create Carlos and Betty Merona as sims and take pictures of them on their honeymoon!
Anjubee
Official Entry List
Beginner
MacyQueen
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2766578
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=240024
Optional Challenge: N/A
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Polly Sims
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s686.photobucket.com/albums/vv227/PollyMT20...e Shack/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: No
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please
Princess_Natasha_
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=241038
Optional Challenges entered?: None
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Princessjo
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2762862
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=239868
Optional Challenges entered?: n/a
Constructive Criticism?: yes
rayrayfunray
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2771942
Link to media: http://rayraybuildssims.wordpress.com/2010/07/24/b52-love-shack/
Optional Challenge?: see media
Constructive Criticism?: yes
scorpiophoenix
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2780894
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=240977
Optional Challenges entered?: yes see media
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, Please
Beginner - Intermediate
Dreamer90
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2795493
Link to media: http://picasaweb.google.de/114131959274906480855/L...#slideshow/5498636109467742946
Optional Challenges entered?: No
Constructive Criticism?: Always
hugsforeveyone
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2791415
Link to media: http://hugs4everyone.livejournal.com/1048.html
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Jaylf
Link to the posted asset: not uploaded
Link to media: http://s944.photobucket.com/albums/ad287/Jaylf_pho...Honeymoon/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2788158
Constructive Criticism?: yes
JoubertCG
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2759783
Link to media: http://www.joubertcg.com/buildnshare.html
Optional Challenge?:Yes. see media
Constructive Criticism?:Yes.
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2767572
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=240097
Optional Challenge?: see media
Constructive Criticism?: Is welcome
mryjn1976
link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2780421
link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=241144
Optional Challenge?:
constructive criticism: always
ogopher
Link to the posted asset: none...
Link to media: http://ogopher.wordpress.com/2010/07/27/bns-59-love-shack/
Optional Challenges entered?: nope
Constructive Criticism?: sure
okester
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2765549
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=240023
Optional Challenge?: yes. see media.
Constructive Criticism?: yes
SerithRei
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2801890
Link to media: http://s94.photobucket.com/albums/l120/wireinthebl...re/?action=view¤t=a0cf466d.pbw
Optional Challenges entered?: Yes. see media
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
sjsimmy02
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2802174
Link to media: http://picasaweb.google.com/105715252482949955464/...re59LoveShack?feat=directlink#
Optional Challenges entered?: Yes, http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2802196
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Syrb10
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2775747
Link to media: http://themeese.net/?p=66
Optional Challenges entered?: Yup! Check out the gallery on media page
Constructive Criticism?: All Criticism Welcome.
Werewolfsim
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2765916
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=240095
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=240114
Constructive Criticism?: Sure!
xkaylanicolex
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=239757
Optional Challenge: none
Constructive Criticism?: yes
xxmccxx
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2779509
Link to media: http://creationsbyios.blogspot.com/2010/07/bns59.html
Optional Challenges entered?: None
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, Please.
Intermediate
Ciane
Link to the posted asset: na
Link to media: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/new/Be...Honeymoon/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: Yes.
Constructive Criticism?: No, thanks.
Clovergoddess
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s233.photobucket.com/albums/ee12/Clovergodd...0Bungalow/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?:Yes.
jeaniniiiieeee
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2790824#
Link to media: http://meronas59.wordpress.com/
Optional Challenges entered?: yes
– Carlos: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2790824#;
- Elizabeth/Betty: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2790813
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Karima
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2804524
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=242440
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2804836
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Tristarin
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/file/bjctnj102o6rzk3/Love Shack.Sims3Pack
Link to media: http://ravnshadow.wordpress.com/build-n-share-week-59-love-shack/
Optional Challenges entered?: N/A
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please
Intermediate - Advanced
adelejoubert
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s873.photobucket.com/albums/ab296/adelejoubert/?albumvie
w=slideshow
Optional Challenge: Yes
Constructive Criticism?: Please
Anartistica
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2772262
Link to media: http://picasaweb.google.com/annheinis/LoversBns59?...-KbansLecg#5497456439277191202
Optional Challenges entered?: See media
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
ciaracaff
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2796925
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/240/173456.page#3013904
Optional Challenges entered?: See media - Couple - http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2761053
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
confused_claire
Link to the posted asset: http://gb.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2771936
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/0/238042.page#2980207
Optional Challenges entered?: yes?
Constructive Criticism?:yes please
LandaX
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2769763
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=240269
Optional Challenges entered?: None
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
MSMcNeelySims
Link to the posted asset: Working on getting it uploaded
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=241333
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2787673
Constructive Criticism?: Yes : D
Mumsy
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2797598
Link to media: http://s799.photobucket.com/albums/yy273/MumsySims...20Retreat/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: See media
Constructive Criticism?: Yup
Scoiattolo
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2774129
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/205052.page#2980567
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Tamlyn
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2799584
Link to media: http://tamlynsims.livejournal.com/9707.html
Optional Challenges entered?: Nope
Constructive Criticism?: Please
Advanced
Freynas
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s844.photobucket.com/albums/ab7/Freynas/Bui...hare 59/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: yes
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
Kittkat7147
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2768189
Link to media: http://cmd.shutterfly.com/commands/pictures/slides...kat7145/activityfeed&album=374
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?: Sure!
Results
Beginner - Judge: jessk328 filling in for Robodl95 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1170/47204.page
1st place: scorpiophoenix
Beginner - Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1185/47204.page
1st place: Dreamer90
2nd place: Tie! mryjn1976 and Syrb10
3rd place: ogopher
Intermediate - Judge: Tota http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1155/47204.page
1st place: Tristarin
2nd place: Karima
3rd place: Clovergoddess
Intermediate - Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1185/47204.page
1st place: Ciarracaf
2nd place: Anartistica
3rd place: Scoiottolo
Advanced - Judge: Tota http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1140/47204.page
1st Place: Freynas
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/240452.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Did you ever play Mad Libs as a kid? I know they were quite popular when I was growing up, and I've had the idea to write a challenge like this for awhile. I hope you'll like it.
If you have never played Mad Libs before, here's how it works. You'll be asked to fill in at random some words. For example, an adjective. You just say whatever adjective comes to mind first. You'll do this for a bunch of questions. Then, after you've filled it all out, you get to see a story. The story has blanks in it. And in those blanks are your answers. Sometimes they are quite silly. Below is an example just using a sentence or two.
The questions:
1. Girl's name
2. Color
3. Adjective to describe personality
4. Number
5. Noun
My answers:
1. Girl's name--Renee
2. Color--Green
3. Adjective--silly
4. Number--100
5. Noun--Bananas
The story:
One day, 1. will live in a 2., 3. house and have 4. 5.
The story with my answers:
One day, Renee will live in a green, silly house and have 100 bananas.
Kind of silly, but I think this could be quite fun...
So here is your "homework" for tonight. Please copy the "My Sim Libs Form" that is below into a new post and fill it out. Paste it into your reply on this forum. Soon, I will post the "story" for this week.
My Sim Libs Form:
1. A number 2-7
2. A word that can be used to describe someone's personality
3. Last name
4. A number 20-100
5. A number 2-7
6. An adjective
7. A number 20-100
8. A number 20-100
9. A number 2-7
10. A number 2-7
11. A number 5-20
12. A color
13. An adjective
14. A color
15. A room of the house
16. A number 2-7
17. A color
18. Your favorite inexpensive Sims item
19. A number 20-100
20. An adjective
21. An action verb
22. An adjective to describe personality
23. An adjective
Addict
Please go to this week's official thread for more details.
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/240452.page
Official Entry List
Beginner
Angelnga169
Link to the posted asset: http://www.4shared.com/file/tDf1aRnR/Sims_Libs_build_bns_60-61_.html
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=244169
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2833061
Constructive Criticism?:yes...
Leebeejeebee
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=246221
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2868267
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please, as much of it as possible!
PollySim
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s686.photobucket.com/albums/vv227/PollyMT20...te/?action=view¤t=8b20ca21.pbw
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?: Please
Princess_Natasha
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s745.photobucket.com/albums/xx92/_Natasha_S...d House/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: yes
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Beginner - Intermediate
arasd3313
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=247473
http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=247482
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2890213
Constructive Criticism?: yes please!!
Bluuin
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2837394
Link to media:
Optional Challenges entered: Family http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2837399
Constructive Criticism?:Yes
jeaniniiiieeee
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2890523
Link to media: http://neaner12sims3bnschallenges.wordpress.com/
Optional Challenges entered?: yes
Constructive Criticism?: yes
JoubertCG
Link to the posted asset: http://www.joubertcg.com/buildnshare.html
Link to media: http://www.joubertcg.com/buildnshare.html
Optional Challenges entered?: Yes, with the house
Constructive Criticism?:Yes
Lewisj12
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=246319
Optional Challenges entered?: see media
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2824510
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=243751
Optional Challenges entered?: see media
Constructive Criticism?: I'd love to hear it.
SerithRei
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2836826
Link to media: http://s94.photobucket.com/albums/l120/wireinthebl...rrent=Screenshot-2076.jpg&
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2836828
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
SillyCailey
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/246501.page#3143299
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2889799
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
sjsimmy02
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2855432
Link to media: http://picasaweb.google.com/105715252482949955464/...re6061SimLibs?feat=directlink#
Optional Challenges entered?: Yes, http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2847598
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
xxmccxx
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2872486
Link to media: http://creationsbyios.blogspot.com/2010/07/bns60.html
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2872477
Constructive Criticism?: Yes Please
Intermediate
ciane
Link to the posted asset: na
Link to media: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/new/Ha...py Home/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/new/Ha...e house/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: No.
golden_glow
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2839685
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/201472.page
Optional Challenges entered?: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/28/201472.page
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
zachofblades
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2855968
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=245484
Optional Challenges entered?: No
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
Intermediate - Advanced
Adler 900
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2851583
Link to media: http://www.sims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=245332 http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=245826
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2865569
Constructive Criticism?: yep
Anartistica
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2864212
Link to media: http://picasaweb.google.com/annheinis/InsaneHouseB...kM_H9bG_Gw#5502229619363839298
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2864213
Constructive Criticism?: Yes!
ciaracaff
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/255/173456.page#3072543
Optional Challenges entered?: yes see media
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Kiarane
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=246959
Optional Challenges entered?: Nope
Constructive Criticism?:Yep
Mumsy
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2876345
Link to media:
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2876467
Constructive Criticism?: Absolutely
Scoiattolo
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/205052.page#3118314
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=245814
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Tamlyn
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://tamlynsims.livejournal.com/9803.html
Optional Challenges entered?: see media
Constructive Criticism?: Please.
Advanced
Anjubee
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2834313
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/242887.page
Optional Challenges entered?: Nope
Constructive Criticism?: Sure
garbuckle3000
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2829829
Link to media: http://s21.photobucket.com/albums/b294/kbahrbarrie...ceanspray/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.4shared.com/file/Ru4AMtN0/Antisim.html
Constructive Criticism?: Of course
Results
Beginner - Judge: Robodl95 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1185/47204.page#324
1156
1st place: Leebeejeebee
Optional Challenge Winner: Angelnga169
Beginner - Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1185/47204.page#324
1156
1st place: SerithRei
2nd place: Tie! SillyCailey and xxmccxx
3rd place: mgolden27
Optional Challenge Winner: SillyCailey
Intermediate - Judge: tristarin http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1215/47204.page
1st place: ZachofBlades
Optional Challenge Winner: It’s a tie! Golden_Glow and Ciane
Intermediate - Advanced - Judge: Tota http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1215/47204.page
1st place: Anartistica
2nd place: Scoiattolo
3rd place: it's a tie: Kiarane and ciaracaff
Optional Challenge Winner: Anartistica
Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1260/47204.page
1st place: Gabuckle3000
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/248029.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Summer Designer Showdown!
Calling all designers!
It is that time again! Time to let your style truly shine and compete in the Summer Designer Showdown!
We saw some amazing results and even some featured lots with the past showdowns, so lets heat things up even more this time and dazzle the masses with your designer magic. You have 2 full weeks this time!
But, wait, there is a twist!
On the property itself, you will find these 4 items.
You will choose ONE of these items to use as your inspiration to decorate and furnish your house. In the end, when the judges look at your media, they should know which item you chose just by looking at the way you decorated and furnished. Please also include the object you chose somewhere in your house and be sure to have it in a screenshot. You can delete the objects you didn't choose as your inspiration. You also cannot duplicate the item you do use as your inspiration.
This is the house!
Download from the Exchange
Rules and details:
* You cannot change the foundation, walls, and roofing
* Yes, all walls, foundation, and roof must remain the same
* You can replace doors, windows, stairs, and the fireplace, but they have to remain in the same position (meaning if it's a 2 tile window, you have to replace it with a 2 tile window or 2 single tile windows, etc.)
* You can designate the rooms however you like, but your outcome should be a 4 bedroom house with 2.5 bathrooms and a laundry room
* You can't change the roof shape, but you can change the texture and color
* You can add structural elements for landscaping purposes, such as a greenhouse, gazebo, or a carport (no garages), but they cannot be attached to the main house
* You can change, add or delete any fencing
* This must be on a 30x30 lot
* THERE IS NO BUDGET!
* The theme is completely up to you. It does not have to be Summer themed, but your house should reflect your inspirational object
* You do not need any expansion packs to compete. The house was built with only base game elements
* CC is allowed, but please list/link/credit them when you submit so downloaders can find them!
Ready... Set... GO!
Anjubee
Official Entry List
Beginner
Angelnga169
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?1vocvalksfx1mjq
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=249764
Constructive Criticism?:yes
Ekogg
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2962480
Link to media: http://s295.photobucket.com/albums/mm135/ekk_ekko/...Challenge/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Sure
ha123
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2968517
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=252684
Constructive Criticism?: I guess
have2admit
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2945971
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250458
Constructive Criticism?: Yes...hope I can handle it
Leebeejeebee
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://gb.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250646
Constructive Criticism?: yes, most definitely
Nanomag
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2946089
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250512
Constructive Criticism?: yes
N_L_Nova
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2927969
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=249485
Constructive Criticism?: Please.
PollySim
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s686.photobucket.com/albums/vv227/PollyMT20...0Showdown/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: yes please!
Princess_Natasha
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2950306
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250969
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
scorpiophoenix
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2987136
Link to media: http://s757.photobucket.com/albums/xx213/MrScorpio...ew=slideshow&direction=reverse
Constructive Criticism?: Yes Please
Wineland88P
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2947626
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250962
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, of course its my first entry!
Beginner - Intermediate
Jaylf
Link to the posted asset: none
Link to media: http://s944.photobucket.com/albums/ad287/Jaylf_pho...0and 63/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
joubertcg
Link to the posted asset: http://www.joubertcg.com/buildnshare.html
Link to media: http://www.joubertcg.com/buildnshare.html
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
LewisJ12
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2939420
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250096
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2937226
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250034
Constructive Criticism?: Always welcome
SillyCailey
Link to the posted asset: http://www.4shared.com/file/Kkr2VUVM/SyCy-Luxury_in_Orchid_Country.html
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/246501.page
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
TenderWolf
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2918129
Link to media: http://s846.photobucket.com/albums/ab30/Tender_Wol...the Sea/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
Intermediate
Altheaquin
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/file/m5e9t5wva3oary6/Hollyoak House.
Sims3Pack
Link to media: http://theashomes.blogspot.com/2010/08/hollyoak-house.html
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
Cameonet1950
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=253082
Constructive Criticism: Hm? Not sure anymore but OK. Hit me with your best shot!
ciane
Link to the posted asset: na
Link to media: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/new/summer/?albumvi
ew=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: no (Nice comments are always welcome, but we all like different things.)
Clay4512
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2992179
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=253406
Constructive Criticism?: Please.
golden_glow
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2995723
Link to media: http://s781.photobucket.com/albums/yy99/Golden_Glo...0Showdown/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
jessk328
Link to Lot: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2934515
Link to Media: http://s900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/jessk328/Green Orchid/
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Lellu82
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?hh4t6inzg7167xd
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250120
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
rebekah560
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2943830
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=250416
Constructive Criticism?: Sure.
Intermediate - Advanced
Adler900
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?0tit999ph18jd8i
Link to media: http://s974.photobucket.com/albums/ae226/adler900/...uesthouse/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: of course!
ciaracaff
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2955326
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/285/173456.page#3251231
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Kiarane
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2916702
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=248914
Constructive Criticism?:Yes please
Mythago68
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2964104
Link to media: http://s988.photobucket.com/albums/af9/Mythago68/B...0 62-63/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please.
Scoiattolo
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/30/205052.page#3295650
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Tamlyn
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://tamlynsims.livejournal.com/10045.html
Constructive Criticism?: please
Advanced
Freynas
Link to the posted asset: http://www.4shared.com/account/file/R1kc0s2N/Ivystone.html
Link to media: http://s844.photobucket.com/albums/ab7/Freynas/Bui...2062 63/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
Kitkatt7147
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2975177
Link to media: http://cmd.shutterfly.com/commands/pictures/slides...kat7145/activityfeed&album=538
Constructive Criticism?: sure!
TimInPA
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=2985351
Link to media: http://timhodgson.smugmug.com/Other/Morganne-Sims3...13476016_Tmdhk#981324319_TdTLK
Constructive Criticism?: yes please!
Results
Beginner - Judge: jessk328 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/279926.page
1st Place: N_L_Nova
2nd Place: ha123
3rd Place: Princess_Natasha
4th Place: scorpiophoenix
Honorable Mentions for Exteriors:
Angelnga169
Wineland88P
Beginner - Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1230/47204.page
1st place: Jaylf
2nd place: SillyCailey
3rd place: LewisJ12
Intermediate - Judge: tristarin http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1260/47204.page
1st place: Cameonet1950
2nd place: Altheaquin
3rd place: Jessk328
4th Place: Ciane
Intermediate - Advanced - Judge: KitKat
1st place: Mythago
2nd place: Scoittolo
Advanced - Judge: Tota http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1260/47204.page
1st place: Freynas
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/254470.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
You’re sitting at your desk when the phone rings. The girl on the other end begins right away.
“Hi, there. I’m Roxanne Katy and I have a design headache on my hands. My best friend and I would really like to move in together, but we are pretty much opposites when it comes to style. I mean, every time I visit his apartment, I feel like I’m going to step in a cow patty or something. He thinks my sleek place isn’t “warm” enough. We both love music and eating organic, but I’m afraid that my rocker style and his country roots are just not compatible when it comes to creating a place that’s right for both of us. Neither of us wants the other to give up his/her style, but we just don’t know how to make it work. We want at least two bedrooms, and the place doesn’t have to be large. We have 30,000 to spend. My favorite color is sky blue topaz and his is brown, so we’d like to see those used. Also, we want the whole house to look like it goes together, so even though our bedrooms are our own areas, we don’t want them to be too much of shock as visitors move from the common areas to our separate spaces.”
“I think I can come up with something. Anything else I need to know?” you reply.
“No, I think that’s it. You know a little about our styles, favorite colors, and some of our interests. I’ll leave the rest to you.”
“I’ll have it for you no later than two weeks from today!” you try to sound a bit more confident than you feel.
“Wonderful! We look forward to see how you bring it all together.” She hangs up the phone, and you begin contemplating how to manage a rocker-country mix.
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
have2admit
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3065342
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=257749
Constructive Criticism?: sure
kraziikatt
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?vj58vcm45etur4q
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=255941
Constructive Criticism?: Always welcome and needed
Nanomag
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3023018
Link to media: http://picasaweb.google.fr/MagalieJoris/BNS6465#
Constructive Criticism?: yes, please
Princess_Natasha
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3069131
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=257936
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
scorpiophoenix
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3007215
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=254342
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please!
wineland88P
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3069845
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=257979
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Beginner - Intermediate
Aquacatt
Link to the posted asset:
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3056950
Link to media: http://www.flickr.com/photos/aquacatt3/sets/72157624881242122/with/4958484155/
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please!
artist78
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3030942
Link to media: http://s836.photobucket.com/albums/zz286/kate_arti...untryRock/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Totally. Just don't comment on the ceiling, didn't realize it was so ugly until I had uploaded the pictures.
JoubertCG
Link to the posted asset: http://www.joubertcg.com/buildnshare.html
Link to media: http://www.joubertcg.com/buildnshare.html
Constructive Criticism?:Always.
Leebeejeebee
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?k03ly7ipycb1kkr
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=256453
Constructive Criticism?: Always
LewisJ12
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3059817
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=257426
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?wj5u8n3cqbc280l
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=253982
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please...
mryjn1976
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3050487
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=256898
Constructive Criticism?: sure
Whateverusay1981
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?glb8jvx89x1b8jp
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=256689
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please.....
Intermediate
Babybuzzing28
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3027359
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=255530
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
ciane
Link to the posted asset: na
Link to media: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/new/Mo... Warmth/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: NO, thank you - I believe in positive reinforcement only.
Jaylf
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3059004
Link to media: http://s944.photobucket.com/albums/ad287/Jaylf_pho...0N Roll/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Lellu82
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3033605
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=255978
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
Intermediate - Advanced
Adler900
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?e31r3juj756sn07
Link to media: http://s974.photobucket.com/albums/ae226/adler900/...d Lodge/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: sure!!!
Kiarane
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3051877
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=257009
Constructive Criticism?:Sure, but I had a lot of trouble with this challenge!
panamakira
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?5hd6hv5ifdi2ze2
Link to media: http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/panamakira/TS...2064 65/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Sure
Advanced
None
Results
Beginner
- Judge: jessk328 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/279926.page
1st place: scorpiophoenix
2nd place: have2admit
3rd place: kraziikatt
Beginner - Intermediate
- Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1260/47204.page
1st place: Aquacatt
2nd place: Leebeejeebee
3rd place: LewisJ12
Honorable Mention: mgolden27
Intermediate
- Judge: Tristarin
1st place: Ciane
2nd place: Jaylf
Intermediate - Advanced
- Judge: Tota
1st place: Adler900
Advanced
None
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/260263.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Sets, Take One! Action!
In anticipation for the Sims International Films Festival and the Late Night expansion, I thought this would be a good time to tackle an idea I've had for awhile. It is something a few of us flip team members teamed up together to do for Fidler's Extreme Mansion Challenge. We created a giant movie mansion on a 60x60 lot with over 30 different sets that can be used for storytelling.
If you would like to see what we did, you can check out the thread here: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/116958.page
We were successful for the most part, but the major problem with our lot was that it was simply TOO BIG! We put so much detail into it, the lot was pretty bulky and took a long time to load for those who didn't run sims on good computers.
For the longest time, I've been meaning to create mini sets on 30x30 lots to make it less cumbersome. Since I've never gotten around to it and since I know you guys can be super creative, I figured I should make this into a challenge to see how you guys do!
Please pick one theme from the list below and build a movie set consisting of the following interiors that aren't easy to find in game: a restaurant or bar, a bookstore, an office, a hospital room, and a classroom. You may add any other rooms you can think of that may be appropriate to the theme, but please keep in mind that you only have a 30x30 lot to work with. For the exteriors, you are free to make it however you want, whether it is keeping with the theme or if you would like it to make it look like a studio building.
Here are the themes for you to choose from:
- Haunted/Abandoned
- 60s and 70s Retro
- Futuristic/Sci-Fi
- Victorian
If you have any other themes you can think of and would like to try, please post your idea and we'll see if it's doable.
There is no budget.
Lot type does not matter, but you should discreetly make sure the lot is playable enough for sims to satisfy their needs if they were wandering around on free will.
No CC except custom patterns allowed! Since we are building this for the story telling community, we want to make sure it is easily accessible. You can use any items from the base game, expansions, stuff packs, and even store items. But please keep in mind not to use too many store items because once again, we want to make our sets as easy as possible to utilize. This may just be the most challenging part for some of you!
Also please make sure to make it clear either in your lot name or lot description that the lot is meant to be used as a set for storytelling. It makes it easier to find for people who are looking for sets.
Feel free to ask any questions you may have.
ACTION!
Anjubee
Official Entry List
Beginner
None
Beginner - Intermediate
have2admit
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3124996
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=261020
Constructive Criticism?: sure
joubertcg
Link to the posted asset: http://www.joubertcg.com/buildnshare.html
Link to media: http://www.joubertcg.com/bns_66_67.html
Constructive Criticism?: Definitely
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3083728
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=258850
Constructive Criticism?: Always welcome...
mryjn1976
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3099996
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=259690
Constructive Criticism?: sure
Intermediate
Babybuzzing28
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3138745
Link to media: http://s749.photobucket.com/albums/xx133/chocolate...nt/?action=view¤t=d996bb1a.pbw
Constructive Criticism?: Please
Jaylf
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3144084
Link to media: http://s944.photobucket.com/albums/ad287/Jaylf_pho...view¤t=Screenshot-10.jpg
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
rebekah560
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3128330
Link to media: http://s781.photobucket.com/albums/yy93/Ekacpuc/Th...=slideshow&direction=reverse#/
Constructive Criticism?: Sure!
Intermediate - Advanced
Adler900
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3109900
Link to media: http://s974.photobucket.com/albums/ae226/adler900/...hare66-67/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: only constructive please, this was a tricky challenge, something I’ve never tried before.
ciaracaff
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3122542
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/264086.page
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Kiarane
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3128741
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=261225
Constructive Criticism?: Yep!
Tamlyn
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3137973
Link to media: http://tamlynsims.livejournal.com/10275.html
Constructive Criticism?: Please
Advanced
None
Results
Beginner
None
Beginner - Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo
1st place: have2admit
Honorable Mention: joubertcg, mgolden27, mryjn1976
Intermediate - Judge: Tristarin
1st place: Jaylf
Intermediate - Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/279926.page
1st place: Tamlyn
Advanced
None
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/265588.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
So while we’re in the mood for movies, I thought I would issue a challenge I have wanted to try myself for quite some time. It is based on a classic movie I have seen a countless number of times.
And now I hope all of you will try your hand at recreating this classic home and scene from The Wizard of Oz.
For those who are unfamiliar with the movie, or even those who do know it, I have included two You Tube links for inspiration.
The challenge comes in two forms for this week’s contest:
1. To recreate (as nearly as possible from the shots you see in the videos) the home and Munchkinland, where the home lands.
2. And the biggie...To design the home in “black and white,” just like it is in the movie, and Munchkinland in all its Technicolor splendor. As a tip, keep in mind that black and white movies contain muted grays more than harsh black and white hues. Consider material as well. Metals will probably be too reflective a texture, while fabrics might give the softer look you need.
And those are the directions. Make Munchkinland as vast as you like, or more compact if time is short. But be sure to capture the essence of the colorless home in the midst of a vibrantly colored outside world. Please note that photo effects to create the appropriate colors is not allowed. Your build must truly be black and white in-game.
A video of the farmhome:
A video of Munchkinland:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?annotation_id=annotat...35323&feature=iv&v=EPWenQxryr4
OPTIONAL CHALLENGE:
For those looking for a huge challenge, create two lots:
One lot should be fully black and white and include the entire farmhome in Kansas (eg. with chicken coops, cellar, etc). My suggestion is to build just the home first and save it to the library. Then continue building on the original lot to add the rest of the grounds.
The second lot is the home in Munchkinland. If you saved to the library, you already have the home itself built, now you can just redecorate the outside to reflect her arrival "somewhere over the rainbow."
AS A SIDENOTE:
I have been considering writing a playing challenge based on The Wizard of Oz for awhile now. Down the road, if I decide to do this (I'll need to do some playtesting first), I would like to be able to use one or two of these lots. If you are OK with that, please note it on your official entry form. I will most likely select one build with cc and one lot without cc. Credit will be generously given, and your lot would be linked on the challenge thread and any related media.
I will also be looking for sims for this challenge. If you decide to create some anyway for this challenge, here are the ones I'd like (they can be one household): Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, Glinda (the Good Witch), the Wicked Witch, The Wizard, and Auntie Em.
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
None
Beginner - Intermediate
Dienray
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3192884
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=265300
Optional Challenges entered?: None
Constructive Criticism?: Can't improve without it as much ^_^
JoubertCG
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3163823
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=263474
Optional Challenges entered?:Yes.
Farm (asset): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3163820
Munchkinland (asset):Coming soon.
Constructive Criticism?:Of Course!
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?fi3ruwbvoaacokf
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=263901
Optional Challenges entered?:
Glinda, and four munchkins: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3170914
Constructive Criticism?: Always welcome
Intermediate
mryjn1976
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3188854
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=264986
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?: always
Intermediate - Advanced
ciane
Link to the posted asset: na
Link to media: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/new/oz/?albumview=s
lideshow
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?: no
LandaX
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s83.photobucket.com/albums/j314/Yo_Landa01/...tion=view¤t=07450f3c.pbw
Optional Challenges entered?: No
Constructive Criticism?: Yes!
Lizajbee1
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3168726
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/268759.page#3557631
Optional Challenges entered?: Yes
Dorothy Gale's Farm: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3168719
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please!
Scoiattolo
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3201143
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/30/205052.page#3620101
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?: yes
ShadesOfNormal
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3185093
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=264858
Optional Challenges entered?: Just part 1 & 2
Constructive Criticism?: Love some.
Advanced
None
Results
Beginner
None
Beginner - Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo
1st place: Dienray
Intermediate - Judge: Tristarin
1st place: mryjn1976
Intermediate - Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/279926.page
1st place: Scoiottolo
2nd place: Lizajbee1
Optional Challenge Winner: Lizajbee1
Advanced
None
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/272606.page Changed to: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/278747.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Halloween Showcase!
This challenge is super simple! Just show off your Halloween builds! Halloween is in the air and everyone is showing off their spooky creations. As BnS participants, let's show off our goods too!
You have no restrictions except for a Halloween theme. Halloween theme doesn't have to be a haunted house either. Be imaginative and see what you can come up with!
It can be a new build or it can be something you've built in the past and are super proud of.
I had lots of fun with my Halloween Showcase entry last year.
Optional Challenge:
Create a Halloween story featuring your build!
http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=118024
Anjubee
Official Entry List
Beginner
Angelnga169
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?88yzgxhpe6370n7
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=267382
Optional Challenges entered?:no
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
tootsoo
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3225846
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=267190
Optional Challenges entered?: no
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
Beginner - Intermediate
CaramelMomo18
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.afantasycometrue.blogspot.com
Optional Challenges entered?: A little short story included.
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
LewisJ12
Link to posted asset:
Link to Media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=268247
Optional Challenge: Included in Media
Constructive Criticism: Yes please
Intermediate
Bouquetcatcher
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3243347
Link to media: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bouquetcatcher/sets/72157625165973
286/
Optional Challenges entered?: No
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please! No bashing, just helpful advice.
Dienray
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3247792
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=268467
Optional Challenges entered?: the Showcase is also the story
Constructive Criticism?: yep yep ^_^
Karima
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3259856
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=269841
Optional Challenges entered?: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=270015
Constructive Criticism?: yes
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?pi4qxuvfamdy9ga
Link to media: http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/Bu...71/?action=view¤t=55d78e07.pbw
Optional Challenges entered?:
Constructive Criticism?: yes
mryjn1976
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3269625
Link to media:
Optional Challenges entered?: ?
Constructive Criticism?: always
Intermediate - Advanced
Adler900
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3226063
Link to media: http://s974.photobucket.com/albums/ae226/adler900/happy hallo
ween/
Optional Challenges entered?:no
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
Kimjo313
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3074435
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/261140.page
Optional Challenges entered?: nope
Constructive Criticism?: sure
ShadesOfNormal
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3272058
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=269910
Optional Challenges entered?: nope
Constructive Criticism?: Yep!
Advanced
Yanti68
Link to posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3228313
Link to Media: http://www.flickr.com/photos/49543168@N08/sets/72157625007826807/
Optional Challenge: No
Constructive Criticism: Always welcome!
Results
Beginner - Judge: jessk328 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/30/279926.page
1st place: Angelnga169
Beginner - Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/279926.page
1st place: LewisJ12
Optional Challenge winner: CaramelMomo18
Intermediate - Judge: Robodl95 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/45/279926.page
1st Place: mryjn1976
2nd Place: Karima
3rd Place: mgolden27
Intermediate - Advanced - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/30/279926.page
1st place: Kimjo313
Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/279926.page
1st place: Yanti68
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/278767.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Creatures of the Night
Dark outside. Already. Winter is coming soon, and just looking at the shadowed, leafless trees makes you want to pull your sweater a little tight around you as you wait for your final client of the day.
Finally, a knock.
Kind of weird. And a little unnerving, actually. They usually just open the door and come in. But when you look, it seems to be your client.
Going to the door, you notice he looks...a little pale. There is a lot going around this time of year, you think to yourself.
He’s polite when you greet him, though. He introduces himself, nodding his head in recognition rather than taking your offered hand.
Then it’s a little awkward. He seems to be awaiting an invitation to come inside. You take a look at his pale skin again and think you can’t really afford to be sick, but there’s something so convincing about his gaze. You decide to invite him in.
Bill tells you that he and his friend, Eric, are new in town and looking for a large modern home in which to lay down some roots. They have quite a lot to spend, $275K altogether, but the budget matches the build.
Bill explains they want a 3-story, 5BR, 4BA modern home on a medium lot. On the ground floor, they want an indoor pool and party area with a kitchen area off to the side, “mostly to accommodate our guests,” he says.
Elsewhere in the home, they want a “drawing room” (kind of an antiquated term, you think to yourself) with at least an easel, chess, several book cases, and a fire place. This room seems to be the one most suited to Bill’s tastes. Eric also has a special request for a media room with a bar and a private office off of this area.
Before leaving, Bill reiterates he would like a modern home. His request is primarily black and white decor, but the two could not decide on a third color to complement the scheme, so they will leave it up to your “professional judgment,” he says. Outside, they’d like the landscaping fairly minimal. Neither cares much for flowers, and they’re really more “nighttime, indoor-types,” he explains. They both like luxurious surroundings, and they’d like all of the bedrooms to feature double beds, with the two largest ones also including a fire place.
Bill smiles the biggest smile he can without baring his teeth and nods again before walking out.
The room grows instantly warmer.
NOTES:
Medium lot=30x30 or less, for our purposes
Feel free to use Late Night objects, etc. I have made the brief neutral for those who only have the Base Game or won't be able to purchase LN for awhile.
If you buy Late Night, it looks like the vamps have a special type of bed. You can use that in the 2 main bedrooms instead of doubles.
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
Angelnga169
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?s2iex2wxx3w883s
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=273033
Constructive Criticism?:yes please
Jamscorp68
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=273078
Constructive Criticism?:yes
steph_444444
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3310257
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/286205.page
Constructive Criticism?: Greatly accepted
tootsoo
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3293249
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=271278
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
Beginner - Intermediate
aussiedonna
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3318198
Link to media: http://s807.photobucket.com/albums/yy354/aussiedon...e 72-73/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
izzie_110
Link to lot:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=273524
Constructive Criticism?: yes please!
Intermediate
Bouquetcatcher
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3318654
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=273028
Constructive Criticism?: sure
jessk328
Link to lot: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3332299
Link to media: http://s900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/jessk328/...e Night/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism: Yuppers!
LewisJ12
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3276552
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=270152
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3290200
Link to media: http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/Bu...3/?action=view¤t=b8e44ad8.pbw&
Constructive Criticism?: Always, please...
mj1976
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3309063
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=272282
Constructive Criticism?: always
Intermediate - Advanced
kimjo313
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3314480
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=272696
Constructive Criticism?: oh yes please. Modern is not my thing!
Advanced
StuartJames3011
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3319652
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/105987.page
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please!
Freynas
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3308352
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/286716.page#3834814
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
Results
Beginner - Judge: jessk328 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/30/279926.page
1st place: Steph_444444
Beginner - Intermediate - Judge: Princess_Natasha http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/45/279926.page
1st place: aussiedonna
Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/45/279926.page
1st place: mj1976
2nd place: jessk328
Intermediate - Advanced - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/30/279926.page
1st place: kimjo313
Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/45/279926.page
1st place: Stu-Art
Thread for this week’s challenge. If you want to participate, check the available lots at:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/290480.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
It's been awhile, but it's time for another neighborhood project! This time, we're going to work to finish the AWESOME 'hood conceptualized by Tota. And as she soon leaves for a tour around the world!, I'd love to have this done as a going away present for all her hard work.
Instead of reinventing the wheel, I would ask that you sign up for your lot at Builder's Boulevard. If you are not a member, we hope you will consider joining for this great project. The address is www.buildersboulevard.com . You only need an email address to join. This is a great community of builders, and we don't spam or send any random messages to your email.
If you are a member or plan to join
(Once you've joined) please visit the site and click on "databases" in the bar near the top. The database you want for this project is labeled "Sanshi Suimei Lots." Once in the database, take a look at the list of remaining builds and pick one of interest to you. Then click on "Easy Edit." Please CAREFULLY add your name to the "claimed by" column so we know who is working on the lot and that it has been claimed.
If you do not want to join but would like to participate
Please just visit the site as a guest and click on "databases" in the bar near the top. The database you want for this project is labeled "Sanshi Suimei Lots." Once in the database, take a look at the list of remaining builds and pick one of interest to you. Then you may just post your choice here and I will go in and reserve it for you.
This is a noncompetitive week and will not be judged. It is about community and producing an AWESOME product together.
Once your build is complete, please note that in the Builder's Boulevard database. Next, please post the information for your lot here. You can use the traditional Official Entry form once your lot is complete. Please be sure to include the lot number and address from the database entry. And as always, be sure to share those links!
Addict
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/299315.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Fall Designer Showdown
I know it is almost winter, but we didn't get a chance to squeeze in a Fall Designer Showdown earlier, so here we are!
This time, instead of taking a shell I built, let's take one of those less-than-wonderful existing EA builds and work your designer magic!
You can choose any EA residential build from any expansion. They can be an existing lot already placed or even something from the bin.
Take a few screenshots for some before pictures and make sure to take plenty of after screenshots for judging!
Rules and details:
* You have a total budget of $75k simoleans!
* You cannot change the foundation, exterior walls, and roofing
* Yes, exterior walls, foundation, and roof must remain the same
* You can change the texture and color of the roof
* Feel free to change the interior layout if you need to, so changing interior walls is ok as long as it doesn't effect the exterior walls
* You can add, delete, or change any doors, windows, fencing, staircases, and fireplaces
* You can add structural elements for landscaping purposes, such as a greenhouse, gazebo, or a carport (no garages), but they cannot be attached to the main house
* The theme is completely up to you. It does not have to be Fall themed
* You do not need any expansion packs to compete.
* CC is allowed, but please list/link/credit them when you submit so downloaders can find them!
Ready... Set... GO!
Anjubee
Official Entry List
Beginner
Jeca011
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?ng162e8jz6qqihc
Link to media: http://s1100.photobucket.com/albums/g405/Jeca0111/...ed home/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Of course!!!
Beginner - Intermediate
JoubertCG
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3449125
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=281629
Constructive Criticism?:always.
Nafarhi
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=281887
Constructive Criticism?:always.
steph_444444
Link to the posted asset : http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3452179
Link to media : http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/0/306155.page#4101238
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Intermediate
Bouquetcatcher
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3453703
Link to media: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bouquetcatcher/sets/72157625510362576/
Constructive Criticism?: sure
Chellekaz
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3450183
Link to media: http://theclarkes.wordpress.com/2010/12/01/fallen-leaves-for-bns-7576/
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
LewisJ12
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=281681
Constructive Criticism?: Yes Please
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/Bu...76/?action=view¤t=6d70de84.pbw
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
mj1976
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=278762
Constructive Criticism?: let me have it lol
Intermediate - Advanced
missroxor
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=281737
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
Advanced
EuphorialQueen
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/188428.page#4049499
Constructive Criticism?: All comments and suggestions are welcome.
Kittkat7147
Link to the posted asset :
Link to media : http://cmd.shutterfly.com/commands/pictures/slides...kat7145/activityfeed&album=976
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Results
Beginner - Judge: jessk328 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/45/279926.page
1st place: Jeca0111
Beginner - Intermediate - Judge: Princess_Natasha http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/60/279926.page
1st place: JoubertCG
Intermediate - Judge:
Intermediate - Advanced
1st place: missroxor
Advanced - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/60/279926.page
1st place: EuphorialQueen
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/306271.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
The smell floods your nose as soon as they walk into your office.
That smell. That glorious smell. How could you have ever forgotten it?
Honey Biscuit's famous honey biscuits!
Before you know it, the biscuits are presented ( a big stack...you work hard to stay focused on the clients, and not those biscuits!), placed on your desk, and you are wrapped in the arms of one Honey Biscuit.
It's a full five minutes before she pauses to stop from complimenting your work on their remodeled bed and breakfast. But finally, they come to the reason they're here: they want to redecorate their beautiful home for the holidays. And they will accept nothing but the work of the best, you!
You pause from chewing long enough to share a goofy smile, showing you're quite pleased with the compliment but have a mouth too full to express the words at just this moment.
"We love our home, as Honey might have mentioned," Abraham laughs as he continues, "so you don't have to knock down any internal walls or anything like last time, unless you want to. We just want the home to be decked in seasonal colors and have a warm feel for the holidays. And we want to spare no expense, so we're adding $25,000 to bring the home's total value to $300,000."
"The patio..." Honey jumps in, "is lovely. But we'd also like to find a way to warm it up a bit in temperature for the colder weather. We would be open to adding walls with large windows to the patio or any other solution you have that would add some warmth."
Finally finishing the biscuit, savoring every crumb that's just a little stuck to your tongue with no drink to wash it down, you reply.
"We can definitely do that. I am so pleased you thought of us. And of course, I can't thank you enough for these delicious biscuits!"
Honey gives you another hug and Abraham shakes your hand before the two walk out, hand-in-hand, into the snow.
FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT KNOW THE BISCUITS, WHO WERE THE FAMILY FOR CHALLENGE #7:
You can find the original challenge here: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/1455/21728.page . Your build should meet these requirements as well. Please post any questions here on this week's post to avoid the confusion of posts and answers in two locations.
FOR THOSE WHO WERE A PART OF CHALLENGE #7:
You have it very easy this week, if you want. You can use your original build and just redecorate, or you can reimagine the whole thing if you desire!
You can find the Biscuits here:
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=613371
P.S.--They might want a little makeover for the holidays.
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
none
Beginner - Intermediate
none
Intermediate
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: Won't upload
Link to media: http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/Build N Share 78-79/
Constructive Criticism?: Always please
Intermediate - Advanced
ZYIsSims
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3504588
Link to media: http://s220.photobucket.com/albums/dd126/silviaBro.../BNS 79/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: yep
Advanced
none
Results
Beginner
No entrants
Beginner - Intermediate
No entrants
Intermediate
1st place: mgolden27
Intermediate - Advanced Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/60/279926.page
1st place: ZYIsSims
Advanced
No entrants
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/313510.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Happily Ever After
Once upon a time... there was a builder who loved to build sim houses. Making sim dreams come true was this builder's specialty. From small starters to luxurious mansions, the builder has done them all.
Word gets around, of course. Even to the tiniest of creatures.
One night, a small gnome appeared into the builder's bedroom while the builder slept. Not wanting to wake the peaceful slumber, the small gnome gently touched the builder's forehead and implanted one thought.
It was time to build something truly magical...
The gnome wanted the builder to build something from the fairy tales told around the world. A lot not too big and not too small. A lot not too shabby and not too grand. A lot not too real and not too surreal.
It was a challenge the builder has never been faced with.
As the builder slept, the builder dreamed... of all the possibilities this challenge may bring.
Will the builder succeed and create this happily ever after?
Rules and details:
Basically, pick a home from a favorite fairy tale. We are not talking about the big castles of princesses who already have their happy ending, but recreating the quaintness of humble beginnings and finding magic and contentment in that.
A few examples are...
* Home of the 7 dwarves from Snow White
* Home of the 3 bears from Goldilocks
* Repunzel's treehouse
You don't have to worry about budget this time around, but just try not to overwhelm yourself with something too big!
Anjubee
Entry List
Beginner
AnonymousMist
Link to the posted asset: lot wont load sorry
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=288004
Optional Challenges entered?: none
Constructive Criticism?: please i beg u
AuroraDay
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3530570
Link to media: http://www.slideshare.net/AuroraDay01/grandmothers-house
Optional Challenges entered?: No
Constructive Criticism?: Yes Please!
Intermediate
LewisJ12
Link to the posted asset: N/A
Link to media: http://s1044.photobucket.com/albums/b441/LewisJ12/...k 80-81/?albumview=slideshow
Optional Challenges entered?:Created Shrek, Can bee seen in one of the photos (i wouldn't really that say it's an 'entry' though)
Constructive Criticism?: Yes Please
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?4669c7kskaw09m1
Link to media: http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/Bu...action=view¤t=Screenshot-2.jpg
Optional Challenges entered?: I created Belle http://www.mediafire.com/?p45i5wkm3bh3axp
Constructive Criticism?: Always please
mryjn1976
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3544090
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=289406
Optional Challenges entered?:
my version of snow white appears in a few of the build photos
Constructive Criticism?: sure
sjsimmy02
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3542336
Link to media: http://picasaweb.google.com/105715252482949955464/...Challenge8081HappilyEverAfter#
Optional Challenges entered?:I made Cinderella for fun.
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3540244
Constructive Criticism?: of course
Advanced
None
Results
Beginner - Judge: jessk328 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/60/279926.page
1st place: AnonymousMist
Intermediate - Judge:
Advanced
No Enrants
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/320776.page
To all who have participated in a Build-n-Share challenge this year:
This week, let's take a break. It has been a busy year. And we have been busy building! To celebrate the close of 2010 and the beginning of 2011, share your favorite build from 2010. It can be residential or commercial, small or large. Post the link to the build, a link to media, and if you'd like, **one screenshot** to show off your work. Feel free to comment on others' work, and to rec with reckless abandon. Wishing everyone a happy new year!
Addict
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/328112.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
The Perfect Plan
Hope everyone had an awesome New Year's! To kick this new year off, I thought we would start with a plan challenge. Here it is!
Please build according to this plan. The point to this challenge is to see how creative you can be with your interpretation of it. The style of the home can be completely up to you as long as the floorplan is laid out like the above.
Please note that you can ignore any closets if you like since it isn't required for sim living, but feel free to keep them in too.
Please also note that this isn't a mansion, so scale is important. Scale your room sizes appropriately and only build on a huge lot if you plan on landscaping the bejeezus out of it.
You can add a detached garage or carport if you like along with any structural landscaping features as long as it is not part of the floorplan.
There is no budget, so have fun!
Remember to take an overhead shot of your floorplan for judging along with all of your other screenshots!
Anjubee
Official Entry List
Beginner
Angelnga169
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3680362
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=297477
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
flme_5
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3682085
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=297397
Constructive Criticism?: sure
have2admit
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3679063
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/333768.page
Constructive Criticism?: sure
jostubbs
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3627051
Link to media: http://s328.photobucket.com/albums/l357/joannestubbings/Build n Share 82/
Middleclaw
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3632668#
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=294515
PrincessCrystal
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3678968
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=297403
Constructive Criticism?: Of Course!
Intermediate
8NiSci8
Link to the Posted Asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3632680
Link to Media: http://8nisci8simstories.blogspot.com/p/build-n-share.html
AnonymousMist
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/333866.page#4538375
Constructive Criticism: yup
Jeca011
Link to the posted asset http://www.mediafire.com/?dwahypw3a222ead
Link to media: http://s1100.photobucket.com/albums/g405/Jeca0111/...ct plan/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please! And please tell me if I am good enough for intermediate level
KARIMA
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3684567
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=297753
Constructive Criticism?:Yes
kimjo313
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3644611
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=295337
LandaX
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s83.photobucket.com/albums/j314/Yo_Landa01/...to Plan/?albumview=slideshow
LewisJ12
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3628518
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/329042.page
MallyMae
Link to the posted asset
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=297342
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?es9601mkieh41bd
Link to media: http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/Bu...ew¤t=1e4d8274.pbw&t=1295914115
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
misscbong
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3650344
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/225193.page#4490641
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please.
Advanced
Anartistica
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3682379
Link to media: http://picasaweb.google.com/101516788781526663591/...authkey=Gv1sRgCKnzr7vppeXDsAE#
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Scoiattolo
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3672894
Link to media: http://s861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/Scoiattol...ct Plan/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: yes
ShadesOfNormal
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3678944
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=297601
Constructive Criticism?: Always
Results
Beginner - Judge: jessk328 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/60/279926.page
1st Place: have2admit
2nd Place: jostubbs
3rd Place: angelnga169
Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/75/279926.page
1st Place: MallyMae
2nd Place (tie): 8NiSci8 and Jeca011
3rd Place: LandaX
Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147 http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/75/279926.page
1st Place: Scoiattolo
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/334027.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
It's a boy!
You recognize your client as soon as she waddles in. Wait. Waddles?! Is she...
Yes, she is.
And she wants you to build a new home for her, her husband, and their baby boy on the way!
"We'd love a 3 BR, 2.5 BA home," she tells you. "We're still having a hard time deciding on a nursery theme, so we're hoping you'll make the decision for us! We're debating between a robot nursery with silvery-blue walls and some punches of accent colors in maybe red or orange OR a retro nursery decorated with the toys from when we were younger and painted in primary colors. We're a little worried about too bright of a yellow on the walls, though. I've read some things about it making it hard for the kid to sleep..."
You jot down the two color schemes as she continues.
"We'd also like the rest of the home to be kid-friendly with little spots for convenience for the baby to sleep, eat and play. I like a little bit of a retro feel, and my husband likes modern. But we don't want too much glass because of safety concerns with the baby. And we want it to look homey, so not too modern, I guess. The third bedroom should be a music room for my husband, and I'll need a little office area and bookcase in the master bedroom for school work. Our current kitchen is tiny, so we'd like an area that is open to the dining room, at least. My favorite room in my current house is a screened in porch, so if you could include that, it would be wonderful. Finally, we'd like a fenced in yard for the puppies...and eventually, for baby!"
You can tell she has given this some thought. It is hard to keep up!
"Our budget isn't huge. We were hoping you could create the home for about 65K. I thought about trying to do some of the design myself, but I've been a little lost in pregnancy books, cloth diapering websites, and sewing machine manuals. So much to do and just so little time!"
You laugh. "We'll get it taken care of. At least you can check ONE thing off the list!"
She gives you a big hug before slowly making her way back to the parking lot.
Your client:
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=11818
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
Angelnga169
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3727148
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=300442
Constructive Criticism?:yes ...
mcgranor
Link to the posted asset: http://llnw.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3735944
Link to media: http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee467/SimEmcee...0Surprise/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: sure
PrincessCrystal
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3724903
Link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=300318
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, Please!
Intermediate
blewis823
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3721334
Link to media: https://picasaweb.google.com/102015680925377511892/ItSABoy#5570016933567392658
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please.
Ciane
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3716431
Link to media: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/For ...by/?action=viewt=b65c12ab.pbw
Constructive Criticism?: Positive comments welcome.
Jeca011
Link to the posted asset: http://www.mediafire.com/?7zv3p6q27dgi9dg
Link to media: http://s1100.photobucket.com/albums/g405/Jeca0111/...20a boy/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
jessk328
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3741897
Link to media: http://s900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/jessk328/BnS Its A Boy/
Constructive Criticism: yup!
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset:
Link to media: http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/ITS A BOY/
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
Advanced
Anartistica
Link to the posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3720731
Link to media: https://picasaweb.google.com/101516788781526663591...Ne5zvWamwE#5569930023793079682
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Results
Click on the judges names to take you to the comments.
Beginner - Judge: _Princess_Natasha_
1st Place: mcgranor
Intermediate - Judge: KittKat7147
1st Place: Anartistica
Advanced - Judge: Scoiattolo
1st Place: Blewis823
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/2850/21728.page
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
Happy Valentine's Day!
To celebrate the coming holiday, this week's challenge will focus on a Sim couple created by you. The build should be a couple's starter (no more than $18,500 simoleons fully furnished and decorated). For design inspiration, consider the colors and themes of the season. You may pick from the themes below, or create your own Valentine look. After you have created your home, I would love to meet the happy couple and see them begin life in their new home. Perhaps we'll see a romantic story or a comedy about learning to live with one another's little "quirks."
Ideas for possible themes and colors for inspiration:
Color schemes:
Chocolate covered cherries (a personal favorite!)
Sweethearts (the little pastel hearts with sayings)
Traditional red and white
Red, pink, and purple
Themes:
Roses
Hearts
Flowers
Cupid
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
danigirl347
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3799740
Link to media (required for judging): http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=304732
Constructive Criticism?: yes please
Kulthero777
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3770457#
Link to media (required for judging):
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please that would be very much appreciated.
mcgranor
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3769932
Link to media (required for judging): http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee467/SimEmcee... Cherry/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: sure
scorpiophoenix
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3755347
Link to media (required for judging): http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee466/Scorpiot...ew=slideshow&direction=reverse
Optional Challenges entered?: Herodes and Ida Love included with media presentation
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Intermediate
AnonymousMist
Link to media: http://s1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee369/Anonymou.../Build-N-Share/Lovers Start/
Constructive Criticism?: Yes?
Bellili
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3759125
Link to media (required for judging): http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=302204
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
GillianIvy
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): (lot only) http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3791773 ; (with household) http://www.mediafire.com/?qana7qib8mvwtzw
Link to media (required for judging): http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=304317
Optional Challenges entered: http://www.mediafire.com/?y17o2c38w9zaq3l
Constructive Criticism: Is welcomed
Jeca011
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.mediafire.com/?89ke7v03v57nn1k
Link to media (required for judging): http://s1100.photobucket.com/albums/g405/Jeca0111/...20starter/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
MallyMae
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3751860
Link to media (required for judging): http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=303124
Constructive Criticism?: Yes indeedy!!!
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3775490
Link to media (required for judging): http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=303240
Optional Challenges entered?: Joe and Valentina: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3775489
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
mryjn1976
link to lot: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3803026
link to media: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3803026
Constructive Criticism?:
Pam4402003
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3761714
Link to media (required for judging): http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=302692
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
Stinalina
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3783233
Link to media (required for judging): http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/0/346431.page#4752503
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please.
Advanced
None
Results
Click on the judges name to take you to the comments.
Beginner - Judge: jessk328
1st Place: Kulthero777
2nd Place: danigirl347
3rd Place: mcgranor AND scorpiophoenix
Intermediate - Judge: jessk328
1st Place: Jeca011
2nd Place: Bellili
3rd Place: Pam4402003
Honorable Mention for Apartment Starter: Stinalina
Advanced - Judge:
No entrants.
Build Deadline: Wednesday, March 9 at 7 p.m. Eastern
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/2925/21728.page#4748572
This Week’s Challenge Specifics:
The Lion and the Lamb
This week’s challenge is to create two micro homes on two separate 10x10 lots (these can be found in World Editor, which you can find at the bottom left corner of your screen when in your neighborhood). The two lots should look stylistically similar on the outside, but worlds apart on the inside. One should be based on the “lion,” which you could interpret as a cue for colors, style, decor, ‘attitude,’ or more, and the other should be based on the “lamb,” a very different animal...
If you are short on time this week, feel free to create just one of the lots, but be sure to identify which you have chosen. If you have time, creating a set is always a nice way to up your download totals, as if you advertise in the lot description and people like the build, they often “have” to have its mate! As always, judges will evaluate your work based on the pics, so make sure you show off the build/s with your photography!
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
Angelnga169
Link to the posted asset (link to lot):
(The Lion's Starter)
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3827534
(The Lamb's Starter)
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3827612
Link to media (required for judging):
http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=306257
Optional Challenges entered?:
(Lion)~Lenny Lyonhart~
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3825558
(Lamb)~Lucas Wool~
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3827625
Constructive Criticism?:yes
Intermediate
AnonymousMist
Link to lot: working on that
Link to media: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/0/333866.page#47590
Constructive Criticism: yes
ciane
Link to the posted asset (link to lot):
lion: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3857183
lamb: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3857185
Link to media (required for judging):
lion: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/BNS/Lion/?albumview
=slideshow
lamb: http://s45.photobucket.com/albums/f65/ciane/BNS/Lamb/?albumview
=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: no judgemental comments, thanks, just positive comments (or none at all).
GillianIvy
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3826048
Link to media (required for judging): http://cid-2e7b98e0a641aebd.office.live.com/play.a...0share Lion^4s Den?ref=1
Constructive Criticism?: yes.
k2m1too
Link to the posted asset (link to lot):
The Lion: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3843259
The Lamb: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3844529
Link to media (required for judging):
The Lion: http://simerdown.blogspot.com/2011/03/lot-lion.html
The Lamb: http://simerdown.blogspot.com/2011/03/lot-lamb.html
Note: I created optional Sims to go with the houses just for fun.
Cora Leone (The Lioness):
Download: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3843261
Media: http://simerdown.blogspot.com/2011/03/sim-cora-leone.html
Shep Ewing (The Lamb):
Download: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3843260
Media: http://simerdown.blogspot.com/2011/03/sim-shep-ewing.html
Constructive Criticism?: yes, please
Kulthero777
Link to the posted asset(s) (link to lot):
The Lion: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3824497
The Lamb: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3824496
Link to media (required for judging):
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please.
lizajbee1
Link to the posted asset (link to lot):
LION: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3857715
LAMB: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3857716
Link to media (required for judging): http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/15/268759.page#4844
747
Constructive Criticism?: Please.
mryjn1976
link to lots:
Lamb's Cove
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3845419
Lion's Lair
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3845416
link to media: http://s738.photobucket.com/albums/xx27/mryjn1976/... Lion and The Lamb/
Constructive Criticism?: always
Redmae
Link to the posted asset (link to lot):
The March Lion: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3827497
The March Lamb: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3827504
Link to media (required for judging): http://s1126.photobucket.com/albums/l613/Redmae3/S...ew=slideshow&direction=reverse
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please!
scorpiophoenix
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): The Lion's Den:
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3821027
The Lamb's Ear: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3821031
Link to media (required for judging):
http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee466/Scorpiot...he Lamb/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, Please
Advanced
Scoiattolo
Link to the posted asset (link to lot):
Lyons Den http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3823578
Lambs Quarters http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3823566
Link to media (required for judging): http://s861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/Scoiattol... Micros/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Results
Click on the judges name to take you to their comments.
Beginner - Judge: _Princess_Natasha_
1st Place: angelnga169
Intermediate - Judge: Scoiattolo
1st Place: Ciane
2nd Place: Redmae
3rd Place (tie): k2m1too and scorpiophoenix
Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147
1st Place: Scoiattolo
Build Deadline: Wednesday, March 23 at 7 p.m. Eastern
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/2970/21728.page#4845425
Spring Cleaning, Part 1
It's that time of year. Time to dust things off, figure out what to keep, and what it's time to part with.
We've all got them (or at least I know I do!): those half-finished projects waiting for a strike of inspiration, the "photo shoot" to get it ready to advertise on The Exchange, a couple of trees and flowers for the yard. These next two weeks, let Build-n-Share be your motivator and coach. Tackle that big project (or a few). Show off your favorite/s here on the board for recs and feedback. Judging will be based on the whole of your work, whether that be one build or several. If you submit several works, for the media to be used for judging, please limit yourself to 30 shots so the judges don't have to sift through too much to process the work. You may provide a link with additional images if you like for members of our supportive community.
Slap on that fresh coat of paint, rip up the carpet and put down some hard wood, get that house ready for spring and its debut on the Exchange!
Looking forward to seeing everyone's work.
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
No entrants
Intermediate
PEACHES327
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): <Pending>
Link to media (required for judging):
http://s1239.photobucket.com/albums/ff514/Peaches0327/Bark Ho
llow/McAllister/ Constructive Criticism?: Yes
playerpopet
Link to posted asset: http://gb.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3877167
Link to media: http://s1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc486/playerpo...Roundtree/?albumview=slideshow ;
Constructive Criticism?: yes
scorpiophoenix
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): Apricot Stone:
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3883646
Fiore di Lacrime:
http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3877496
Link to media (required for judging): Fiore di Lacrime:
http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee466/Scorpiot...ew=slideshow&direction=reverse
Apricot Stone:
http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee466/Scorpiot...ew=slideshow&direction=reverse
Constructive Criticism?: Yes
Advanced
k2m1too
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3898275
Link to media (required for judging): http://s1208.photobucket.com/albums/cc374/k2m1too/...20Mansion/?albumview=slideshow
Full photo spread is available on my blog. Not all photos are being submitted for judging.
Constructive Criticism: Yes
Lizajbee1
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3905321
Link to media (required for judging):
Forum thread: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/356172.page
Slideshow (also visible on Blog): http://www.picnik.com/show/id/13054188990_fhk8K/t/amity-gardens-by-lizajbee1
Constructive Criticism: Yes
Scoiattolo
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3906294
Link to media (required for judging): http://s861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/Scoiattol...20Cottage/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: yes
Results
Click on the judges name to see their comments
Beginner - Judge -
No entrants
Intermediate - Judge - _Princess_Natasha_
No placings
Advanced -Judge - ? Can't find the comments
No placings
Build Deadline: Wednesday, April 6 at 7 p.m. Eastern
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/3000/21728.page
Spring Break 2011!
The weather's getting warmer and the students are getting restless. It's your job to build the vacation spot of their dreams. You determine the locale; will it be a sunny beach resort, a lakeside lodge, or a world-inspired destination? No matter your chosen theme, please include four rooms with two double beds and two rooms with just one double bed. This way, your destination can be used as a hotel for other simmers who might have larger families to accommodate. Inside, be sure to at least include a pool, game room, cafeteria/restaurant, and a lobby. Don't forget to landscape the outside appropriately as well. Do your best to make the entire property fit the decor and "feel" of your selected theme. Cost is no object, so have at it! For easier gameplay (and easier building and decorating), I would go with a medium-sized lot (read: not 60x60 etc.)
Happy building!
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
none
Intermediate
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): (Has cc) http://www.mediafire.com/?u9nagtbd41d506i
(Doesn't have cc) http://www.mediafire.com/?a6sq3726l67yyjx
Link to media (required for judging): (Showed with cc, which is only the luggage in each room and by bellboy.) http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/BN...ge/?action=view¤t=cd961e8e.pbw
Constructive Criticism?: Yes please
mryjn1976
Link to posted asset: launcher trouble @the moment, coming soon!
Link to media: http://s738.photobucket.com/albums/xx27/mryjn1976/...de Budget Hotel/?start=all
Constructive Criticism: always welcome
Advanced
Scoiattolo
Link to posted asset: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=3956006
Link to media: http://s861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/Scoiattol...g Break/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism: yes
Results
Click on the judges name to see their comments.
Beginner- Judge: N/A
No entrants
Intermediate- Judge: KittKat7147
Winner: mgolden27
Advanced- Judge: KittKat7147
Winner: Scoiattolo
Build Deadline: Wednesday, April 24 at 7 p.m. Eastern
Thread for this week’s challenge: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/3015/21728.page
Eggstravaganza
Challenge Details:
Client: Bunny, Easter
Colors:
Pastels
(Special Note: Please complement with either white or brown.)
Special Requests:
A spacious kitchen for dying eggs
A large backyard for a grand egg hunt
A special room for day-of activities, including the all-important bunny hop
Two guest rooms for making all of his "Peeps" feel welcome
Budget:
Unlimited. Sunset Valley has decided to honor one of its most cherished citizens.
Happy building!
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
Angelnga169
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.mediafire.com/?p1x0w500ti1to96
Link to media (required for judging): http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=316634
Constructive Criticism?:yes
Intermediate
Jeca011
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.mediafire.com/?nrw0q0u5j723qcz
Link to media (required for judging): http://s1100.photobucket.com/albums/g405/Jeca0111/...ravaganza/?albumview=slideshow
Constructive Criticism?: Yes, please
mgolden27
Link to the posted asset (link to lot): http://www.mediafire.com/?niaq9gomoo28o9f
Link to media (required for judging): http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=315689
Constructive Criticism: Yes please
Advanced
none
Results
Click on the judges name to see their comments.
Beginner - Judge: _Princess_Natasha
First Place: Angelnga169
Intermediate - Judge: KittKat7147
First Place: mgolden27
Advanced - Judge: N/A
No entries.
Build Deadline: Wednesday, May 11 at 7 p.m. Eastern
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/3045/21728.page
Cinco de Mayo
Clients:
(Young adult or adult sim) Elenita Delgado and her (elder sim) mother, Maria
Budget:
75K
Wants:
A one-story home with a southwestern United States feel
A spot for a vegetable garden for Elenita and a separate flower garden for her mother
A large kitchen where Elenita can prepare fresh foods from her garden
Beautiful flowers throughout the home to celebrate Maria's love of blooms
3 bedrooms
Stone floors
Colors:
Vibrant and colorful, to be chosen from colors like red, orange, yellow, lime green, aqua blue, and purple
Happy building!
Addict
Official Entry List
Beginner
lilkajira82
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4083222
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=321417
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITISIM: Yes please. This is my first creation, and I would like to get better
Intermediate
none
Advanced
none
Results
Click on the judges name to see their comments.
Beginner - Judge: mgolden27
Winner: lilkajira82
Intermediate- Judge: N/A
No entries
Advanced - Judge: N/A
No entries
Build Deadline: Wednesday, May 25 at Midnight Central Time
Thread for this week’s challenge: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/373316.page
The Foxglove Starter
In honor of Addict, the challenge this week will be one of the build types she is so famous for – the Starter!
In a rush, you gather up your portfolio and head for the door of your office. It’s 12:15, and you’re supposed to meet with your new client across town in just 15 minutes. Sunset Valley is a small town, but traffic can be fierce during the lunch rush.
“Rose,” you call to your secretary, “if Ms. Foxglove calls, tell her I’m on my way.”
Hopping in the car, you slam the door and speed out of the driveway. “Hmmm,” you think to yourself. “Foxglove…isn’t that some kind of a flower? I wonder what this client will be like. They’re all so different. But that’s what makes the job so much fun.”
After making good time, you arrive at the Little Corsican Bistro with a few minutes to spare. You give your name to the hostess, and she escorts you to Ms. Foxglove’s table. Your first impression is that she is very pretty, in a vintage sort of way.
Ms. Foxglove stands and offers her hand in greeting. “Hi, I’m Ginny Foxglove! Well, my real name is Virginia, but everyone just calls me Ginny. It’s so nice to meet you!”
Despite her somewhat conservative look, Ginny is friendly and exuberant. “It’s nice to meet you as well,” you say. You sit down and make small talk with Ginny while looking over the menu. After your orders are placed, you get down to business. “I understand you are looking to build a house."
“Yes,” says Ginny. “I have a little bit saved up. Not a whole lot, mind you. Just enough for a one bedroom , one bath house. That’s all I really need right now as I’m single and concentrating on my career.”
“Well, I’ve worked on all types of houses from the most extravagant to starters like yours,” you explain. I’ve learned over the years how to give even the smallest house a rich and inviting look.”
“That sounds perfect,” says Ginny. “What I’d really love is a country-style house with a cottage garden. I just adore flowers. In fact, I’d be just as happy relaxing outside in the garden as I would inside.”
As you talk with your client, ideas begin to blossom and take shape. English Country, French Country, which direction to take? Following a very productive lunch, you head back to your office with a plan in mind. You are certain that Ginny Foxglove will be thrilled with your final product.
STYLE - Country with cottage garden
BUDGET - 16,500
Official Entry List
Beginner
dot823
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4105144#
LINK TO MEDIA: http://simblogofawesome.blogspot.com/2011/05/build-n-share.html
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
Freizha
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4127773
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.thesims3.com/myMedia.html?action=default&persona=Freizha
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: YES
kelly_jdw
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4104587
LINK TO MEDIA:http: http://www.thesims3.com/myMedia.html?action=default&persona=kelly_jdw
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure why not. Anything to make my houses both for these projects and on my own time better.
Taffy87
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4113093
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=323164
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
Intermediate
Alicat84
LINK TO LOT: http://gb.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4108119
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s1236.photobucket.com/albums/ff455/Alicatsi...0Foxglove/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure! (I'm sure I've done this all wrong!)
anonymousMist
LINK TO LOT: http://www.mediafire.com/?briy85b9amyopad
LINK TO MEDIA: Album: http://s1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee369/Anonymou...d-N-Share/Foxgllove Starter/
Page: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/0/373878.page#5291937
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please. This is my real attempt at a semi-classy starter home and the amount of corners I cut was ridiculous, and I would love to improve. thanks
Brennachan
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4123011
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=323787
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes!
golden_glow
LINK TO LOT: http://gb.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4123017
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s781.photobucket.com/albums/yy99/Golden_Glo...90/Ginnys Country Cottage/
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
Lilbabygurl0507
LINK TO LOT: Not uploaded yet.
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa326/kimberly...e house/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
lLunaaquilo
LINK TO MEDIA: (They go in order)
http://thesimbuilder.blogspot.com/2011/05/wild-rose-cottage-bui
ld-n-share.html
http://thesimbuilder.blogspot.com/2011/05/i-walked...through-cottage-on-my-way.html
http://thesimbuilder.blogspot.com/2011/05/wild-rose-cottage-follow-up.html
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Uh, Yes! I'd love some CC, it just makes me a better builder!
mens0067
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4128872
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s911.photobucket.com/albums/ac316/mens0067/...e 98_99/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
mgolden27
LINK TO LOT: None yet. It says it uploaded, but I can't find it in my studio. Will upload to media fire if I don't see it by tomorrow.
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=323192
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
ravenghostwolves
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4127196
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.thesims3.com/contentDetail.html?contentId=323982
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
Redmae
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4110769
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s1126.photobucket.com/albums/l613/Redmae3/S...20Starter/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: yes, please!
Sherio88
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4104599
LINK TO MEDIA:
http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
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http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
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http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
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http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
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http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
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http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
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http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
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http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
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http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
http://llnw.thesims3.com/sims3_asset/sims3_asset/m...008/00/screenshot_original.jpg
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Sure have at it lol.
Sims2corpse
Link to Lot: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4110925
Link to media: http://community.webshots.com/slideshow/580227192MjdONG
Constructive Criticism-Yes
SimShine
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4128587
LINK TO MEDIA: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/377097.page
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please
StyxLady
LINK TO LOT: http://www.mediafire.com/?wjox4b708xmy87w
LINK TO MEDIA: http://wp.me/P1aF34-NA
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
Tamlyn
Link to Lot: hm can't upload and can't be bothered poking it atm to see why
Link to Media: http://tamlynsims.livejournal.com/10790.html
Constructive criticism: Yes, please.
wineland88P
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4117510
LINK TO MEDIA: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/0/375906.page#5330102
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: YES
Advanced
Anjubee
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4130215
LINK TO MEDIA: http://simulatinganju.wordpress.com/2011/05/25/cottage-starter-16-5k-no-cc/
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes.
ciaracaff
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4108004
LINK TO MEDIA: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/0/374929.page#5311734
OPTIONAL CHALLENGE: Ginny Foxglove is included.
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes
EuphorialQueen
LINK TO LOT: *Not uploaded yet
LINK TO MEDIA: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/45/188428.page#5326936
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
TFBob
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4129557
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37803355@N07/sets/72157626682526875/show/
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes.
ZYIsSims
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4105454
LINK TO MEDIA:http: http://s220.photobucket.com/albums/dd126/silviaBroome/BnS99/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: YES
Results
Click on the judges name to see their comments.
Beginner - Judge: mgolden27
First Place: Taffy87
Intermediate - Judge: KittKat7147
First Place: Styxlady!
Second Place (tie): Simshine & Alicatt
Third Place: Wineland88P
Fourth Place: Golden_glow
Honorable Mentions: mgolden27 & lLunaaquilo
Advanced - Judge: Scoiattolo
First Place: ZYIsSims
Build Deadline: Wednesday, June 8 at midnight Central
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/373316.page
Build-n-Share 100 - COMMUNITY!
Wow! It’s the 100th week of Build-n-Share challenges. Time sure flies… In honor of Build-n-Share’s 100th week, we are inviting all past, present, and new members to join in a community neighborhood project! For this very special anniversary, Addict had the idea of creating a community neighborhood filled with our community members and their houses. This challenge will take place in two phases. This week, please choose your lot and create your Simself or TS3 avatar household.
We have an idea for households, but please feel free to offer other suggestions as well: use your TS3 persona as your LAST name and your real 1st name (if you feel comfortable doing so) as your FIRST name. For example, I would be Kathy Kittkat7147. For my household, I would add my husband, Dale Kittkat7147 (it’s just the two of us!). If you don’t feel comfortable making your real family, you can, of course, post a fictitious family. In that case, please still use your TS3 persona somewhere in your name and avoid last names like “Sim” or “Avatar.” If we have too many of those, it would make relationships in the town a little confusing Also, we’d like to have a variety of family ages, types, and sizes to make the neighborhood as functional as possible, so feel free to add to your family if needed.
Next week will be the build week for your houses. You can make a Sim-replica of our real house or shoot for the moon and create the house of your dreams
One last thing, we need a name for this neighborhood we are creating! Any and all suggestions are welcomed. At the end of the week we’ll post a poll and let you, the members of Build-n-Share, decide on the name.
Official "Community" Lot Sign-up Form
Family Surname (last name):
Family members (first names) and ages:
Chosen lot # (1-72):
Chosen lot address:
Entry List
Build Deadline: Wednesday, June 22 at midnight Central
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/210/373316.page
Build-n-Share #102-103 Generations!
One afternoon, you are working diligently on the plans for a new restaurant, the King and Pie, which will serve Thai food and French desserts. The intercom buzzes, and Rose, your secretary, says, “The Foster family is here for their 4:30 appointment.”
“Did I know about this appointment?” you ask, puzzled.
“Well, they sounded so desperate, and I just knew you could fit them in!” Rose says sheepishly.
You take a quick glance at yourself in the mirror, comb that lock of hair that always falls in your face, and tell Rose, “Please send them in.”
In walks a handsome family of five. The father is holding a newborn baby in his arms; the mother is shepherding in two other children. One, a girl, looks to be a teenager. The other is a boy of about 8 or 9.
The father begins speaking and you immediately recognize from his accent that he must be from Australia. “Hi, mate! I’m Jack Foster and this is me wife, Jenny, me daughter, Nicole, me son, Hugh, and the li’l one is Russell.”
You soon learn that the family has just been transferred from Perth, Australia. Jack is to begin a corporate job at the Doo Peas Tower.
“So what can I do for you?” you begin.
Jack speaks for the whole family and tells you about their wish for a newly built house rather than moving into an existing one. “Me mum-in-law—Jenny’s mother, Sarah Jones—will be coming to live with us in a few weeks after she tidies up her affairs. We want a granny flat for her, and the estate agent, Cookie Kwan (d’ya know her?) said there weren’t anything like that in Sunset Valley.”
“A granny flat?” you think. But you soon find out after gentle prodding that it is a separate apartment with its own entrance, kitchen, bedroom and living spaces. As you continue the discussion, you find out that Jack loves to barbecue and has always wanted to live at the beach. Jenny is a writer and works from home. Nicole is in high school and plans to be either an architect or a doctor. Hugh likes sports and playing with his Dad and doesn’t like taking baths. And Russell likes to eat and be loved.
You ask Jenny about her mother and find out that she is an avid guitarist. (“She says she wants her own place so that she won’t bother us with her practicing.”) Sarah is retired from being a music teacher, but might find a part-time job if there is an organic grocery in town.
When you ask about interior design, Jenny takes the lead. “I guess we like a contemporary look, but it has to be comfortable. I hate those places you see in magazines that look like no one lives there.”
“Any color scheme in mind?” you ask.
“Purple!” Jenny answers immediately.
“Purple? Just purple? Blue-purple? Red-purple? Lavender? Any of those?” you ask.
“Yes!” she says with a twinkle in her eye. After a pause, she continues, “Just little bits of purple here and there. You know, as an accent color. And we like light woods too. But I trust your taste for the overall scheme!”
“And what sort of budget do we have to work with?” you continue.
Jack takes over. “The corporation is footing the bill for our move here, and what with the sale of our house and all, we have §95,000 to spend.”
“Don’t forget Mum’s §105,000!” Jenny chimes in.
So as it nears 7 pm, you are finally ushering the family out of your studio. Rose (the rat!) has already left for the day. Jack turns to you and says, “You can have this ready for us in two weeks, can’t ya, mate?” Trying to hide the panic in your voice, you reply, “Of course, I can!”
Requirements:
• Budget: §200,000
• Lot should be on or near the beach.
• Main house: 4 bedrooms (one is a nursery), 3.5 bathrooms, office/library with computer for Jenny, garage (for 1 or 2 cars). Interior design: comfortable contemporary; your color scheme should include light colored woods and purple accents.
• Granny flat: can be a separate building on the same lot as the main house, a building attached to the main house, or a separate floor of the main house. The Granny flat should have a separate entrance, its own kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and living spaces. Architecture and interior design should be related to the main house but need not be the same. Be sure to provide a guitar and bicycle for Sarah Jones.
• Outdoor areas: a grilling space for Jack, a vegetable garden for Sarah Jones, and a yard for Hugh to play in.
Optional Challenge: Create the Foster family and provide pictures of the family living in their new home.
Note: You do not have to have the Generations Expansion Pack to enter this challenge.
Official Entry List
Beginner
Harm_michelle
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4241110
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s110.photobucket.com/albums/n110/harm_miche...ly Home/?albumview=slideshow
LINK TO FAMILY: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4241083
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please, this is the first home that I have built.
Intermediate
anonymousMist
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4200620
LINK TO FAMILY: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4200622 (wasn't able to take pics in the house because everytime I tried my game would shut down. My pc is crap - sorry)
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee369/Anonymou...nerations/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please. I tried alot of new things with this one, e.g. a space to see on the floor below etc. And I would love to know what you guys thought.Also I'm trying to get away from TOO modern O.o Thanks.
golden_glow
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4233282
LINK TO MEDIA: http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/350953.page
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please.
Icrawbeans
LINK TO LOT: Comfy Down Under: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4229158
LINK TO MEDIA: http://icrawbeans-simschallenges.blogspot.com/2011...-share-102103-generations.html
OPTIONAL CHALLENGE: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4229157 The Foster Family
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITISIM: yes please
jostubbs
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4208416
LINK TO FAMILY: Family is included in the lot but can upload separately if needed
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s328.photobucket.com/albums/l357/joannestub...nerations/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Of course, all criticism is welcome
mgolden27
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4220649
LINK TO FAMILY: Says it uploaded, but I can't find them in my studio yet. Will check again later...
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s936.photobucket.com/albums/ad201/Milygo/BN...20101-102/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
SerithRei
LINK TO HOUSEHOLD: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4204450
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4233433
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s94.photobucket.com/albums/l120/wireintheblood/BnS102
103/
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please.
TsunamiGirl
LINK TO LOT: http: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4237142
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s138.photobucket.com/albums/q280/Malikie24/...nerations/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
Advanced
Aquacatt
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4241200
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.flickr.com/photos/aquacatt3/sets/72157626893947507/
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please
Dreamer90
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4244158
LINK TO MEDIA: https://picasaweb.google.com/114131959274906480855...#slideshow/5621127308741259538
LINK TO FAMILY: family is included in the lot
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Always
ZYIsSims
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4221095
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s220.photobucket.com/albums/dd126/silviaBro...nerations/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Always
Results
Click on the judges name to see their comments.
Beginner - Judge: mgolden27
Winner: Harm_michelle
Intermediate - Judge: _Princess_Natasha_
Winner: golden_glow
Optional Challenge Winner: Icrawbeans
Advanced - Judge: Scoiattolo
Winner: Dreamer90
Optional Challenge Winner: Dreamer90
Build Deadline: Wednesday, July 6 at midnight Central
Thread for this week’s challenge:
http://forum.thesims3.com/jforum/posts/list/270/373316.page
Build-n-Share #104-105: The 1776 Diner
Hanging up the phone with Jack Foster, you breathe a sigh of relief. The Foster family just loves the house you designed for them. Only pausing a moment to enjoy your success, you buzz Rose and ask her to come in the office.
“Hi, boss!” she says brightly as she breezes into the office. She plops down in a chair and drops a folder on your desk.
“What’s this?” you ask.
“It’s our new client,” she chirps. I had him fill out some paperwork while you were on the phone.”
“My, but you are efficient,” you laugh. Send him in please.” As you chuckle to yourself, Rose sashays off to find the client. You rise and shake hands with a most unusual man. He seems to be wearing knickers. How odd…
“Good afternoon!” he booms. I’m Ben, and I have a bit of an unusual request for you.”
“Well, that’s what keeps things interesting around here,” you think to yourself. We specialize in unusual requests,” you reply reassuringly. “Why, one time we had a client who wanted an elevated house with no outside doors. Now, that was unusual!” You both share a laugh as you describe the job commissioned by Colonel Fearful.
“Just tell me what you need,” you say, and Ben begins to share his story.
“I’m a pretty patriotic guy,” he says. “And it’s been my life-long dream to own a little restaurant. Well, more of a diner, really. Nothing too fancy, just a little place where I can serve up some of my favorite dishes. I even have a name picked out – The 1776 Diner.”
“Sounds interesting! Do you have any ideas for the décor?”
“Oh yes,” Ben assures you. I want it to be decorated in my favorite colors – red, white, and blue.”
“Well, that’s certainly do-able. Any preferences on the style? ” you ask.
“I’m open on that front,” Ben tells you. I’ve thought about a typical 50’s diner or even a more historical theme to go with the 1776 name. I’ll leave those kinds of decisions up to you though – you’re the expert, after all.”
After a few more preliminaries, you have a good idea of what your client is asking for. As you show Ben out, your mind begins to consider the possibilities. “Hmmm,” you think to yourself, “I wonder why he looks so familiar…”
Requirements:
•Community Lot
•Include food cash registers (from buydebug) so that sims can actually eat at your diner
•Build at 64 Westlake Drive in Twinbrook
•Color scheme should be red, white, and blue (see optional challenge)
•The building style is up to you
•Include a patio with outside dining
•Don’t forget to provide parking
•CC is allowed
Optional Challenges
1. If you are not from the U.S., feel free to change the color scheme to reflect the colors of your homeland.
2. Download Ben Franklin and capture a picture of him in the diner. The best picture as decided by community vote will be featured at Builders’ Boulevard.
Official Entry List
Beginner
None
Intermediate
Brennachan
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4288826
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s1121.photobucket.com/albums/l520/Brennacha...er 1776/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
Clovergoddess
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4308068
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s233.photobucket.com/albums/ee12/Clovergoddess/Sims3/1776 Diner/
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please.
SerithRei
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4305465
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s94.photobucket.com/albums/l120/wireinthebl...05/?action=view¤t=93b39737.pbw
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes please.
SillyCailey
LINK TO LOT: http://www.mediafire.com/?9cu90v3351r58nf
LINK TO MEDIA: http://www.slide.com/r/N7U2IzEy5D_X8BoOWFkTHY-3-KA...scd_embedded_url&view=original
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Yes, please.
Advanced
KOman123
LINK TO LOT: Uploading now!
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s1132.photobucket.com/albums/m574/koman1231...5 diner/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM: Of Course!
ZYIsSims
LINK TO LOT: http://www.thesims3.com/assetDetail.html?assetId=4288942
LINK TO MEDIA: http://s220.photobucket.com/albums/dd126/silviaBro...6 Diner/?albumview=slideshow
CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM:
Results
Click on the judges name to see their comments.
Beginner - Judge:
No entries
Intermediate- Judge: _Princess_Natahsa_
Winner: SerithRei
Advanced - Judge: KittKat7147
Winner: ZYIsSims