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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2895 on: November 10, 2012, 06:42:43 PM »
Thank you Louise and Ladybug! I'm working hard to improve my kitchens and bathrooms.  There is a landscaping thread around here somewhere I learned a lot from.

Saltpastillen, I like the houses to look like perhaps one section was added on later, or remodeled a bit.  Just sort of imperfect.  A bit wobbly!
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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2896 on: November 11, 2012, 04:31:41 PM »
Next is an English country pub called The Bricklayer's Arms.  Looking at the screenshots, the landscaping could use work, it looks a bit clumpy and could use some work on the terrain paint, including making a set of paths in the front, but generally I'm pleased.  Comments welcome!

The front:


The back:



There's plenty of room on the second floor for the landlord/bartender to have a flat, here's the ground floor layout:



The bar:



Rooms:










Next, a charming wedding chapel with rose garden!
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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2897 on: November 11, 2012, 05:21:46 PM »
Wow, you're on fire Odinsdottir! I get a creative burn-out by this point, but you're doing so well! The only thing I can see that might help that last one a bit is if you raise the big rooves at the top a bit so they are above the dormers, but otherwise it's lovely! It reminds me of  YHA I stayed in when I was younger.

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« Reply #2898 on: November 11, 2012, 06:37:06 PM »
I agree with Chuckles_82. It would have a nicer look if the big roof was raised a bit above the dormers. Very nice work! It looks like a very relaxing place for sims to meet and socialize . Love the atmosphere.  :)
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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2899 on: November 12, 2012, 05:50:15 AM »
Chuckles and Ladybug, I agree about the roof.  I also want to fiddle with the landscaping and terrain paint.  My husband also insists that the exterior needs to be green.  So I shall revisit this one.
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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2900 on: November 13, 2012, 11:48:50 AM »
Here are a few pictures of a quick remodel that I did of the Single Mom's House using some of the goodies from Seasons. I love the new furniture and bathroom shower/tub combo. What do YOU think?













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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2901 on: November 13, 2012, 11:59:08 AM »
Looks great! I love we're getting another combined shower/tub since I usually use them in my houses (at least the ones I build for playing).



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« Reply #2902 on: November 13, 2012, 12:02:14 PM »
Looks great! I love we're getting another combined shower/tub since I usually use them in my houses (at least the ones I build for playing).

Thank you. I always move the kitchen when I play this house, usually to where the small bedroom is. It's just too awkward where it was.

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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2903 on: November 13, 2012, 01:49:52 PM »
That's really nice! I love the sky-blue bedroom and the glass end tables! :D

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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2904 on: November 13, 2012, 02:25:03 PM »
Jude, that's a lovely house. I like the sleighbed both the beds and the rugs especially.   You must have been quick!

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On to the wedding chapel! 

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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2905 on: November 13, 2012, 03:27:00 PM »
@ judewright. I love your remodel . It's very stylish. The new Seasons furniture suits the style of the home. Great work !  :)
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« Reply #2906 on: November 13, 2012, 03:29:51 PM »
@ Odinsdottir. I love the new recolor and roof even more than the last one. Wow, I think it's pretty awesome ! He was right about the green it looks amazing.  :)
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« Reply #2907 on: November 13, 2012, 03:33:12 PM »
Thank you, Andy, Odinsdottir, and Ladybug! I'm happy you like it. I just couldn't resist the new goodies :)

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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2908 on: November 14, 2012, 03:03:25 PM »
Argh! The Wedding Chapel is not working out!  I've got some awesome colourways worked out, but I've torn down and rebuilt 6 times!  I definitely think I ought to but it to one side for a few weeks.  The idea is a village hall where the Sims could have a wedding or a formal party but it's just not coming together.  I think I could do it if I had the interior items from the Romanza set from the store, but I'm saving my pennies for Seasons. 

But, I simply must do a house with the colours!  It's a dusty rose and cream interior, and a green and purple mock Tudor exterior!  How cool is that?  I think I'll do a quick little starter with the colourways so I can say I accomplished something today!
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Re: The Official Building/Remodeling Showboat Thread
« Reply #2909 on: November 14, 2012, 04:02:03 PM »
The color story sounds intriguing Odinsdottir. Taking a break is a great idea when the build is driving you mad.