Expansion – Late Night, Ambitions, Generations, High-End Loft Stuff
Title – Maison Chouette
Lot Size – 50 by 50
Lot Cost – Furnished – 702,201, Unfurnished – 434,372
Main Text –
So after very little deliberation, I decided to create a series of houses and other community lots. After seeing and utilizing many of the wonderful housing and building creations on this site, including the beautiful Charlton Island where my sims currently reside, I thought maybe it was time to do something in return. Originally my intent was to create a world, but alas the tool does not work on macs. So I thought I would focus on lots. On a quick digression there, if there are any world builders out there looking for someone with whom to collaborate on lots and architecture and like my creations, let me know, I would be most interested. The series I am creating now does not have any general themes (although because I am not very creative with titles, they will all be given French names so I don’t think too long about it hah) but it will be breaking a few CFE rules and focusing on details. This initial house is a fine instance of both.
Backstory –
Billionaire Nore Negonc found his wealth during the tech boom of 2000. Known for his eccentric tastes, he had a strong interest in architecture, most notably for his blending of modern design with old school elegance, and was famous for commissioning the creation of many buildings from summer manses to art galleries. In late 2008, for reasons unknown to both his friends and the general masses, Nore donated half his wealth to the charity Sims for Equality and hid the other half in banks around the globe before retiring to Tibet to find true enlightenment at a yet-to-be-discovered monastery hidden among the mountains. His donations included all of his architectural creations, the sales from which will be wisely utilized by Sims for Equality, a now very wealthy NGO.
The first building for auction is Maison Chouette (literally Cool House, original … I know). Maison Chouette was Nore’s favorite summer manse and is best known for its unique chandeliers.
Details –
Maison Chouette breaks a few CFE rules in its overall structure, however the main focus of this manse is the designing, both interior and landscaping. I recolored almost everything and freely utilized moveobjects to make some unique designs, which are most noticeable in the chandeliers. Some of the notable features include the grand columns in the front, the curved roof, the column and deck design in the back, the walk-out basement with the natural wall border, the well in the back, and the river with its various bridges. Well that is enough boring text, I am certain most of you are much more interested in the images, so with further ado...
Here is the view of the front. You can see the curved roof a bit and the entrance hall chandelier. The downward slope to the right leads to the driveway while the left is the start of the river.
Here we can see the curve of the roof more clearly. You can see the river as well as both of its bridges. In the distance towards the back is the well, the only structure in the house that uses the actual roofs. On the roof of the house you can see in the far right corner the observatory. In the left corner is just the stairs to the other floors. You can also see the curved columns in the back, which are the foundation for the deck.
Here is a close look at the dining room, which gives you a better idea of the décor. It is a cutaway so you cannot see the windows or curtains and other wall décor.
Here is another look at the interior décor, the main entrance hall. You can see the chandelier in the distance as well as the front doors. In general the décor of most rooms follows either a wood or stone theme. You may notice the theme of modern yet historical elegance in rooms like this, the dining room, the library, etc.
A few things to note –
- You do not necessarily need all of the stuff and expansions listed. For the most it will just be décor. There is a circular staircase in the back however that leads to an underground dance floor and one that leads to the basement floor that won’t be accessible any other way. You can still reach the basement floor from outside, however, I would suggest creating a normal staircase in that hallway (see images below) where the circular staircare used to be.
- The lot is quite… intense in its décor so it might require either lower settings or a strong machine. If there is enough interest I can create a light version, but in the meantime here is a small list of things you can do to ease the burden on your system – delete some flora and fauna around the outside, reduce the size of the chandeliers or delete a few altogether, delete some of the miscellaneous décor around the house as well as the extra furniture that is there for mostly decorative reasons (such as the extra bookshelves in the library).
- If you need more rooms I would not suggest buildings extra stories as it will mess with the CFE in the house. Instead you can fill in the second floor, which is mostly a giant hall for entertaining guests during events, or use some of the extra room in the basement floor.
- There are a few toddler items here and there because my family has a toddler. This includes a crib in the master bedroom and a toddler toilet in the master bath because I like having my ridiculously adorable toddler close by. If you do not love your kids enough however, the crib and toilet can easily fit in the child’s room and I threw a door there too for easy movement so it is like a nursery.
Thanks –
Here I am going to thank a bunch of guys who likely have no idea who I am hah.
Armiel (Charlton Island) – for creating something truly beautiful and making me work to do the same.
Lastly, thanks to the Japanese architect where I found the basis for the arched columns in the back.
Images –
Back Yard – This image shows the view of all the decks and curved columns in the back. This deck design was from a house created by a Japanese architect I saw online so credit where it is due. You can also see here the walk-out basement, the circular staircase to the underground dancefloor, the roof window of the observatory, the river and one of its bridges.
Bathroom and Gym – Here we can see the main hallway of the first floor. This is also where you can see the hallway on the left with the circular staircase that leads to the basement. This is where I would suggest a linear staircase if you do not have generations. You can also see the powder room and ensuite bathroom, the small hallways that lead to the deck, the gym as well as the entrances to the dining room and theater.
Floor 1 – Aeriel of the first floor. Starting from the bottom left and going clockwise we see the formal living room, library, hallway to the second floor, hallway to the deck, gym, powder room, ensuite bathroom, hallway leading to the basement floor, theater, dining hall, and entrance hall.
Floor 2 – Again from the bottom left clockwise we see the first guest bedroom (designed for a grandfather and grandmother), hallway to the third floor and the outdoor bridge, hallway to the deck, second floor restroom, gameroom, kitchen, grand hall with bar and art gallery.
Floor 3 – Yet again from bottom left clockwise we see the study, deck leading to the roof floor, main hall, second guest bedroom (designed for a teenager), ensuite restroom, kid’s room, master bedroom, master bath and walk-in closet.
Garage Floor – Starting from the bottom left clockwise we see the formal living room again since it was built in the foundation, the swimming deck, river, well, outdoor grill area with natural wall borders, the stairs to the underground dance floor (not seen because I ran out of images lol, but hey at least it will be something new to discover), treehouse, swimming area restroom, garage, basement hallway, laundry room.
Kids’ Rooms – Here is a close look at the kids’ rooms. You can see their balcony here as well as one of the cooler chandeliers in the hallway.
Master Bath and Closet – Here are two of my most interesting rooms, the master bath and walk-in closet. You can see the stone design in both. In the master bath the walls are hiding the toilet and shower, which you cannot see from the angle here. The walk-in closet features a full-length mirror as well as several dresser units.
Master Bedroom – The master bedroom is home to my favorite chandelier, which you can see here. It also features a small living room area and a nursery.
Outdoor Kitchen and Well – Here is a closer look at the backyard. You can see the outdoor kitchen and grill unit with a natural hill-like wall. You can also see the well and the river. Those fountains were meant to be a waterfall but I could not get it to work with either technique, but if you can, by all means lol.
Two Story Chandelier – Here is a close look at the two story grand chandelier of the main entrance hall. You can also see a closer look at the wall of art. This is the area you can fill in if you need extra rooms as it is mostly there because it looks cool lol.
