Sims 3 - The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread

[JudesSims]

Wow, Joria! You really made me feel good! I've been struggling with my builds and didn't think I was improving very much. You make me want to go and try another one...maybe a different style. Thank you!

[ZapKid]

Now that my photo problem's been sorted out, perhaps you guys would like to check out the home I posted a while back? Bout half way down page 103, I believe.

[EnglishRose]

@ZapKid - I love the house! I've never seen the original because I don't have Showtime, but I really like the modern feel it looks huge!
@Joria, thank you very much for the kind comments! I love your designs too.
This is the shell of a new build I've started - obviously there's no landscaping, furniture or anything really but I'd love some feedback and suggestions.









Thanks!

[JudesSims]

Fantastic, EnglishRose! I really like it. Can't wait to see the interior

[icf89]

Hi all,

I've been lurking on these forums for a while and now I've finally registered, I figured I'd drop into this thread and congratulate you all on some of your truly beautiful builds.

I don't consider myself to be a "bad" builder, but not a single one of my creations is anywhere near as good as some of the ones posted on here.

Certain features in some of the builds (namely, the friezes) have inspired me to have a go myself though so I live in hope that someday I will create similarly amazing lots!

Keep up the amazing work.

[Joria]

@ZapKid:   Honestly Zap?  You didn't think you did so good on this remodel?  What?  Are you kidding me?  It's a great remodel!  I'm particularly fond of the teen ager's room.  Copied a bit of your ambience there?  (books on the floor, posters, etc. lol)  Part of it on the outside kind of felt like a big office building.  A bit stark.  But what can you do when you're teetering on a cliff?  That was only on the rear.  The rest of it was lovely.  Yes, it can use a bit more landscaping but I know you'll deal with that.  Think semi-tropical with big leafed plants and lots of bright flowers, BIG flowers.  Wish we had a bird of paradise plant in our game.  They are gorgeous and used a lot in some areas of California. 

I get so annoyed with EA making everything so dingy.  True, this is more like LA, which DOES tend to be dingy, at least in the run down areas, but the sun shines brightly there and the grass is a real grass green not that awful muddy green.  And there are flowers everywhere!  (At least in the better areas)

Didn't really notice much in the way of art work.  I'll have another look at that, but if you do use it, some of Kate Sterling's big pictures of jelly fish would really suit.  They are bold and very colorful so would add that pop of bright color

@English Rose:  Well, this house can do nothing but improve the way Lunar Lakes looks!  It's really nice and doesn't feel all cold and sterile the way many modern builds do.  I love the way there is part of the house in the pool.  I think you can build on that a lot and make it really even more unique.  Can't wait to see what you do with landscaping and decor!  I would have a hard time decorating it because I tend to clutter and make things a bit fussy and over done, but I'm betting you are going to have it absolutely gorgeous. 

EDIT:  Welcome to the forum icf89!  Don't be shy.  Share!  I'm sure your work will be lovely and part of the reason for this thread is to encourage us all as we learn and grow in our building skills.
You know, I can't do a decent modern and I have yet to use the elevation thing!  My first builds were basic boxes but by sharing even those I learned a lot from other's comments.  So don't be scared because we will support you.

[EnglishRose]

Thanks a lot, Joria and Jude I am working on the interior, but slowly - I much prefer the landscaping and building parts. I'll get it done though!
@icf89, you should definitely post some pictures here! I'm new myself and I definitely have a lot to learn when it comes to building, but everyone here is so nice . This was my first house with the friezes cheat too, and it's really handy. Good luck!

[DeNile]

I figured that, before I lose internet on Wednesday, I'd post my latest project in building. This is the first house I've built in awhile that doesn't look like every other house I've built lately, and I'm quite proud of it. I'm not stuck on the landscaping, and maybe the siding could be a bit duller in colour, but, other than that, I'm quite happy with it. This is the front exterior of a shell, there is nothing inside, and the back is not complete either. I plan to make it a family home when I furnish it. Thoughts?



Yes, I know the windows on the stone don't stick out right now, but once I get some light behind them, they will. I also haven't finished landscaping yet. Please keep that in mind.

[samoht04]

Just a slightly duller green would look better I think. Can I also suggest a bigger tree in that front border with the two small trees. I dislike those trees for some reason, I don't like to use them. Also I think the two fence/border rails should be the same colour? I really love it though, it really looks like a family home from a movie - i say that because we don't have many where I live like this style. Is it an American style?

[DeNile]

Just a slightly duller green would look better I think. Can I also suggest a bigger tree in that front border with the two small trees. I dislike those trees for some reason, I don't like to use them. Also I think the two fence/border rails should be the same colour? I really love it though, it really looks like a family home from a movie - i say that because we don't have many where I live like this style. Is it an American style?

I have no idea, I just remember seeing it when I was learning how to drive and almost crashed because I had to memorize it. I guess that means yes? A larger tree would be perfect, now that I think about it, and I'll get to work on changing the border colours, because that makes sense. As for a duller green, that will take work, I'm balanced between green and blue right now, and I'll probably have to fiddle for an hour to make it duller without going blue. XD Thanks for the advice samoht!

[DeNile]

Sorry for the double post, but here is the revised version of my front exterior, with a duller green, new trees, and boxed roses. Thoughts? I'm moving on to the backyard next. I'm thinking, small garden, swings, and a nice grilling area. Also, this house looks so out of place in Riverview, I'm going to have to move it.



Shoot, I forgot to recolour the rails.  Back to work!

[Yarakisagoa]

Hi everyone. It's been a long time since my last build. How are you guys doing?

But anyway, I'm back building another modern house again. It's not complete yet, but I need some advice, ok?
And here is some pics:

[samoht04]

I like the house from the front but the back looks a little bland design wise. Also not so sure about the massive driveway/parking at the front, it could be a good place for landscaping.  I love the design of the front of the house though and the use of coloured sections. Makes it look very architectural! 

[Yarakisagoa]

well, thank you samoht. So, I'm trying to rebuild and finish the house (but not yet). Here's what it goes so far.

[JudesSims]

This is the house I've been working on for my Every Lifetime Wish Legacy game. I wanted to put the octagonal roof on certain portions of the house, but it wouldn't let me so it's just got the automatic roof deal. Interior design isn't quite finished.  Suggestions/Comments please?