Simmy93's Sims 4 Creations

Just a blog I started to allow me to add extra descriptions to lots i've uploaded to the Sims 4 Gallery! EAID: Simmy93

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Domino Institute - Museum/Small Business

PART THREE:

Secret Garden Library:

              “If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden.”

                  An absolutely favourite amongst the readers of Ravenwood is the Secret Garden Library where kids and adults alike can indulge in every genre from fantasy to football! Research terminals and study areas allow for students of all ages to really get some work done without the constant temptations of home!

                  Secrets abound within the Garden and all are welcome, so push through the foliage and start your journey into your imagination!

View of the Future: Beyond the Frontier!:

                  During the institute’s earliest days, it was a driving force behind the space race with scientists housed within its walls making unbelievable leaps in technology. Before that, however, was the dream of space, and what they believed the world would one day look like. And what they produced was this, fully refurbished, ‘View of the Future: Beyond the Frontier!’, to give them something to strive towards.

Dad's Favourites:

                  The kids have played in the jungle; the moms have boogied to their childhood pop hits but what about Dad? Yes, pirates and space satisfy the boy inside him, but what about the man? That’s right, the Domino Institute is proud to present its complete vintage snow globe collection. Marvel at all the snow globes you couldn’t collect because you didn’t deliver enough papers on your round!

                  If that nostalgic kick isn’t enough, hop up the stairs and enjoy our Model Countryside, a vision of what rural life used to be like in the area, all housed under the institute’s signature double-dome. You too can pretend to your kids that’s how you lived, we’ll never tell!  

Floor Plans:

                  From top to bottom the Domino Institute has something for everyone, and for those who want to shake it up, it is designed for (most) of the exhibits to be easily swapped out without the walls crumbling down around you. I hope it can find a place in your saves as a great place for legacy photo ops!

EAID: Simmy93

Gallery Link: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/67AE44EC0DE2401185CF3BB31F5BC99E?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Simmy93&max=50&maxis=false

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Domino Institute - Museum/Small Business

PART TWO:

A Tribute to The Dragonflies:

                  When pop was young and the kids weren’t yet groovy, four Ravenwood locals put together what would become the greatest pop band in SimNation history. Yearly best sell albums and more retirement tours than you can shake a stick at, this band redefined music at home and abroad. Sing your heart out as you take to the karaoke stage and belt their endless body of work.

                  Each display pays tribute to each bandmate’s unique style and of course, their instruments and awards. The Queen with her endless range of vocals, the Wild Child with her gnarly guitar, the Peacock with his ostentatious piano numbers and the Outlaw with his old-country violin twangs. Four strikingly dissimilar styles which managed to blend harmoniously into the pride of Ravenwood and the whole music scene!

Trigallery & the Upper Hall:

              Not everyone is excited by pirates and pop music and prefer instead the calming contemplation of the gallery. With donations from across the great and good of SimNation including personal portraits of the Goth family, this gallery is second to none for all art lovers. Just please don’t touch!

                  A short flight of stairs and you’re onto a new layer of discovery with open balcony views of the ground floor and if operating the lot as a small business, a small staff room for your employees to escape the sound of screaming brats beloved children and their paying parents. Barry the Brachiosaurus’ Jungle Playground:

                  Speaking of beloved children. The institute is painfully aware that kids these days may not be excited by the prospect of a museum and may even groan at the suggestion! Well, worry not, because nothing inspires learning more than bribing them with fun! Barry the Brachiosaur invites all children* (*height limits apply) to play in the prehistoric jungle of a land before Sims! Just don’t step on a butterfly!

Eye of the Storm Coffee:

                  While your kiddywinks are wearing themselves out swinging on vines, you can relax and chill at the Eye of the Storm coffee bar. Catch your breath and gain some energy before rushing back into the endless whirlwind of learning and fun! Treasures of the Omiscan Ancients:

                  Regarded by the institute as its greatest archive of work, the Treasures of the Omiscan Ancients exhibit is the life-long work of one man, Professor Elderberry who was one of the earliest stars in the history of archaeology. Spending most of his career in the jungles of Selvadorada, he pioneered the study of ancient artifacts and their role in cultures long since disappeared from the history books. Though he is no longer with us, the Institute bestows a scholarship each year in his name to encourage the next generation of pioneers in their fields.

Blue Skies Crafting Centre:

              Looking at art all day is one thing, but sometimes you just have the urge to create! Fly high in our Blue Skies Crafting Centre where you can use all you’ve seen around the museum to truly express all you’ve learned!

                  Disclaimer: This room is an all-purpose room deliberately left semi-empty with minimal decoration so that a small business can be created within it as an additional revenue stream. As it stands the museum is not overly profitable versus its cost, so this room can be easily transformed to allow for additional cash flow.

EAID: Simmy93

Gallery Link: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/67AE44EC0DE2401185CF3BB31F5BC99E?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Simmy93&max=50&maxis=false

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Domino Institute - Museum/Small Business

PART ONE:

The Domino Institute of Cultural Studies was once the premier academic organisation in all SimNation boasting some of the greatest minds as their educators. After moving to a new building, the old institute was redeveloped into a showcase of history, technology and culture. Fun and learning for all ages!

Value: 779,417,

Size: 50 x 50

Replacing: ‘Old Ravenwood Estate’ - Ravenwood

Lot Type: Museum / Small Business Venue

Disclaimer:

                  This has been a labour of love for about ten months and as a result this is a very dense lot which uses a lot of expansion & game packs as well as kits. Most of the time this represents a single item coming from a single kit, and so if it disappears will be easily replaceable. I recognise that there will be a very small Venn diagram of folks who have all the packs used, but thankfully the nature of the build is a lot of self-contained scenes, and so easily swapped out. So even if you don’t have all the DLC, its easily remedied.

                  The lot type by default is Museum, with the only interaction needed being hiring a barista once you enter the lot as per other community lots. It was designed however to function as a Small Business Venue. Due to the sheer cost, it will never be a viable business (unless you dedicated generations to it) however there is one section which could be redesigned to host literally any additional revenue stream if you choose.

                  The benefits of running it as a Small Business I had in mind was the ability to hire a permanent staff such as a barista and cleaner, then using it as a location for an academic Sim to run their business. Both scenarios have been play tested to the best of my ability.

The Exterior:

             No one is exactly sure when the first ever learning centre was formed by the riverside in Ravenwood, but for as long as folks can remember, discovery has been the goal. Designed at the turn of the last century, the building once housed students, faculty, facilities and even an indoor pool though it has since been redesigned for other purposes. Once it became too small for its purposes a new campus was built and the old Domino Institute was left to gather dust. Then, as part of its 100th anniversary, a restoration project took place transforming the old institute into a living museum, showcasing some of the greatest cultural and historical projects discovered and studied over the century.

The Entrance and Hall of Engineering:

With its iconic entrance and integrated public transport, the Domino Institute’s doors are open to members of the public of all ages. Perfect for a family day out, a photoshoot or a class trip! Entrance fees as part of a small business may be enabled and are recommended to operate on an hourly basis.

                  Trademark monochrome floors and walls pay homage to the institutes past as you enter to previews of the exhibits in store. Central is a homage to the institute’s original purpose, the pursuit of the stars. The first prominent centre of learning at the site was a renowned observatory, and many decades later would contribute to putting Sims on the Moon!

                  To the left is the Age of Sail exhibit where you can experience what life looked, smelled and sounded like! Warning: The Domino Institute is not liable for instances of sea sickness. To the right is the entrance to the Hall of Engineering; a salute to the history and development of the many forms of transport used across SimNation and beyond.

The Age of Sail Exhibit:

              One of the favourite exhibits at the institute, the Age of Sail, is a journey through the many eras of maritime history. Take a peek into the contents of four different vessels each with their own view into a life on the sea. Gaze with awe at the to scale reproduction of the Santa Gnomia, one of the many ships which discovered the unmapped world! Also included are the genuine canons from the now decommissioned coastal defences of Windenberg.

The Ground Floor Hall & Amenities:

              Though the main entrance is the traditional entry point, the museum has two side access points which also serve as a scenic spot to take in the breeze under the shade of a tree. As you enter, the size of the museum is truly laid bare. With mini exhibits lining the halls such as Lady Cordelia’s cursed amulet, the prehistoric history of the area or even the skeleton of the tallest Sim to ever live, you won’t be short of sights between exhibits. Toilet facilities and other amenities are provided around the museum including vending machines, disposal bins and a guarantee of no more tarantula attacks. (Not that that was ever an issue.)

The Crystal Cavern Interactive Experience:

Have you ever dreamed of digging into the earth and uncovering its glittering caverns of endless wonder? Well dream no more! The Crystal Cavern Interactive Experience will sate your magpie-like desire for the shiniest of rocks! Gander with wonder at some of the rarest gems, fossils and elements all in one convenient hole in the ground! You can even take part in some amateur gemmology if you’re so inspired!

EAID: Simmy93

Gallery Link: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/67AE44EC0DE2401185CF3BB31F5BC99E?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Simmy93&max=50&maxis=false

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Starborn Lodges - Residential Rental

Lots Stats:

Value: §326,369

Units: 7

Type: Residential Rental

Original Lot: Orchid A Go Go (Del Sol Valley)

Gallery Link: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/4907FE79F8A94C0EA4BCE0A462A79287?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Simmy93&max=50&maxis=false

Note on Packs: The major packs used for this were Lovestruck, Get Famous, City Living and High School Years. All other packs, kits etc are mostly decorative. If you don’t have some packs, chances are the thing it removes will be inconsequential and easily replaced.

Welcome to Starborn Lodges!

They say Stars are born, but wanna know a secret? Even stars need an education. Instead of paying thousands for some square in Britechester come and rent a room at the Starborn Lodges! Your residence will be up to minimum city safety standards, but you won't do much sleeping! Take advantage of our in-house comedy club, cinema, gym and laundry facilities! Perfect for your first step on the climb to the top.

The Starborn Lodges are legendary amongst the movers and shakers of the Del Sol Valley as the place where talent cut their teeth. Originally known only as a seedy motel, the location became famous for its speakeasy during the days of prohibition. Starlets of the black and white screen would scurry behind the blue curtain and dance till morning. Eventually it was purchased by Deedee ‘Diamond’ McClaran, the belle of the Silver Screen, who turned it into an academy for up-and-coming performers.

Though it has come a long way, the spartan living of the apartments has remained the same. The facilities below however have certainly improved. The courtyard invites you to sit and contemplate your rise to the top and gives access to the four services available free of cost* to tenants.

(*cost will be recovered from future earnings, see contract sub-section 2, paragraph 3.)

The Bluejay Speakeasy is one of the most famous spots in all the Valley, or so the owner would have you believe. Sit back and relax as the smooth jazz vibes transport you back in time, and when you’re ready, follow the footsteps of the prohibitionists and sneak through the curtain.

The walls are adorned with signed memorabilia and a wall of performers who have graced that hallowed stage. Are you an aspiring country music star? How about a wise-cracking wannabe stand-up? Invite your fellow residents to come together and leeb, leefuh, lurv.

Beside the Bluejay is the most important inspiration for any star, the laundromat. Nothing humbles you after your local starring role as Bottom at the community theatre like untangling your undies from the communal drier. Chin up, one day you’ll never have to think about laundry ever again, you hope.

Nothing is more important for a star than their stamina, health and youthful good looks. The gym can help you with two of those, and so stop on down to the Pumpin’ ‘Ron Gym where you can even take advantage of our new mountain climber experience!

Are you a fan of the big screen? Well so are we at Starborn Residential Cinema with a truly luxurious private screening room for the residents to enjoy, or host their own movie nights. Alumni of the Lodges have donated props and awards from their many projects. Currently being showcased is the Pirates of Belladonna Cove and Animal Rangers Parental Nightmare 3, take in that movie magic! Don’t forget to grab your popcorn before you grab your seat!

Now, you’ve gotta be asking yourself, what’s the catch? If the facilities are this good, the accommodation must be out of this world! Well, lower your expectations. When Deedee founded the Lodges she made one thing clear; a luxurious home is the sign of an unambitious artist. In solid colours each residence are almost identical and contain everything you need to exist. For everything else? Get out there and grab Del Sol Valley by the short and curlies!

Good luck, and we look forward to hosting you here at Starborn Lodges!

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Old Abbey Cemetery Part 3 - The Abbey, Grand Crypt and Summary

The Abbey

If you take an immediate left at the New Plots Crossroad you’ll be met by a sharp denial and a locked gate. Beyond this point is the realm of the Groundskeeper who maintains and digs the graves. Please do not enter the area without express permission as the Groundskeeper has a habit of leaving rakes lying around and D’Eath & Sons are not liable for any broken bones.

The namesake and most striking feature of the Cemetery is the ruins of the once thriving Abbey which is sits atop a sloping hill now a stark silhouette against the moonlit sky. Tourists flock from all over to admire the window into the past with guided Ghost Tours offered by the D’Eath Local Tourist Initiative. With so much history, and even the original boneyard available to enjoy, it is the perfect day out for all the macabre lovers out there.

Grand Crypt

Dynasties rise and fall, but every dynasty needs a Grand Crypt, a familial tomb, a statement to the world of your power. The answer to this desire, and soon your family, rests in the stunning and customisable Crypt at the end of Monuments Row.

Enter your dream place of rest with space for three generations in the main chamber, numerous columns for your urns and even a place of pride for your Legacy Founder, never to be forgotten. The antechamber is left deliberately bare so that the achievements of your Legacy can be displayed for all to see, forever!* (*Warning, failure to pay upkeep may lead to possession by an evil spirit in which case we will have to repossess the Crypt.)

Stats and Additional Info

Lot Value: §328,763

The Lot was designed to replace the central residence in Henford-on-Begley and takes into account the surrounding area, however this can be placed on any 64x64 and should fit in okay assuming the environment is green. I wanted to make a Cemetery with an obscene number of graves to accommodate a truly long Legacy challenge. Enough to actually house not only my families, but the townies as well. I designed the lot to have its own attitude and visual storytelling and with the expectation that it would be edited if used. So don’t be afraid to get into build mode and replace the graves with your own, that’s what they’re there for. Almost everything is a placeholder. The three crypts are inaccessible without removing the bars and are intended to be removed once you’ve claimed the crypt. Green space was left in certain sections to allow for expansion of existing sections if it becomes a bit too full for you.

Many packs were used in the making of this lot, however the majority was taken from Life & Death and other major expansions. Most of the kit, game pack etc inclusions are decorative and if you do not have all the packs, it is likely it will not cause major disruption, or something you could not simply delete or replace.

EAID: Simmy93

Gallery Link: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/6E94CB7154B44F73928A73C99860D174?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Simmy93&max=50&maxis=false

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Old Abbey Cemetery Part 2 - Marble & Harmonious Quarters

Marble Quarter

Once the most fashionable place to be buried, the Marble Quarter is home to an eclectic mix of shining white marble, seemingly ancient crypts and even a source of eternal darkness, or so they say. Walking straight on from the New Plots you get a view up Monuments Row, a true display of what happens when people take the phrase, “You can’t take it with you,” as a challenge. First on your left is the Temple of Wind where the remains of your beloved can be stored if they were cremated; each urn receives its own viewing box and portrait. Further up Monuments Row is the Tomb of the Unknown Horse, representing all the good stallions and mares who made Henford-on-Begley what it is today.

As you leave Monuments Row and enter the main section of the Marble Quarter you meet several smaller, intimate sites where families can rest together without the worry of too many neighbours. And if the concern of your family being bothered by the dreaded welcome party even in the afterlife is too much then invest now in one of three marble family crypts. With space for three blessed dynasts and columns to keep safe the urns of the others, you can rest assured that your family is safe and secure.

Other prominent features of the Marble Quarter are its Plinth of Remembrance for all the Sims who died serving SimNation, beautiful floral displays where Sims can sit and reflect and even a gravesite for those Sims who deem themselves ‘too cool’ for white marble and green grass. Though if you do choose to rest in the Straud Contingency Graveyard please be respectful of other residents when bursting dramatically out of your graves at midnight, not every supernatural being likes to be woken from their naps!

Harmonious Quarter

The smallest and newest section of the Cemetery houses two very different places of rest. Accessed either by going left at the New Plots Crossroad, or through the end of Monuments Row, the first sight is the Harmonious Garden which houses the tombs of Sims who travelled to Henford from far shores and their descendants. As the community became bigger over the generations it became

Alongside the Harmonious Garden is a very new age concept for laying your loved ones to rest, turning them into a tree! Did your Sim live and breath nature? Did they truly want to be one with the universe? Well for a meagre crippling fee, your loved one can be repurposed* and planted for generations to come to find shade under. (*Plaque not included.) One of the few remaining natural features of the area from the era of the Abbey is the fish pond where one can find a place to sit and contemplate, and listen to the water rippling.

Part 2 End.

EAID: Simmy93

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Old Abbey Cemetery Part 1 - Overview & New Plots

Overview

Nestled in the rural bliss of Henford-on-Bagley is a cemetery which has seen the eras of Similization come and go. In its first life it was the site of an Abbey where Monks would make fine wines in the seclusion of the countryside. As time marched on its small boneyard expanded and became the central cemetery for the entire community.

The Cemetery is split into four sections: The New Plots, the Marble Quarter, the Abbey and the Harmonious Quarter.

The New Plots

One of the newest parts of the Cemetery, it is the most often visited as it houses the most modern gravesites and sees the majority of new burials. As you enter the gates you are met with the custodians of the property, and the custodians of the dead, D’Eath & Sons funeral directors and crematorium.

The parlour has facilities to suit the needs of any family saying au revoir to their loved ones, or good riddance to their enemies, at D’Eath they don’t judge, but they do charge extra for drama. With a ceremony room, viewing room and bathroom access included the extortionate price of the casket will zoom right by! We swear!

For those interested in a career with the firm, Mr. D’Eath is always looking for eager graduates to train in the ancient art of the undertaker. Though, please ask permission before visiting their state of the art crematorium, some things you can’t unsee!

The New Plots are the definition of peaceful rest; surrounded by the greenery, potentially fun neighbours and it even houses a special memorial garden where your pets can rest right beside you. Remember though, plots are going fast, so be sure to snap yours up today! As you exit the New Plots you meet a crossroads. Left to the Abbey, Right to the Marble Quarter and straight ahead to Monuments Row.

Part 1 End

EAID: Simmy93

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Pyramid Dwellings - EAID: Simmy93

Links at end of description:

Welcome to the most Luxurious spot in Oasis Springs, located at what is formerly 1 Cacti Casa, the new Pyramid Dwellings are your gateway to a true Oasis lifestyle. Take in the pool during the day, the music and bar fun at night and never have to go further than a few steps until you're home, sweet home!

Perfect for Apartment or Vacation Rentals, these three individual homes embody the epitome of a life at the top. From an overt display of wealth, to the relaxing zen of a minimalist fantasy, you can return time and again to see everything the dwellings have to offer! If placed on 1 Cacti Casa where it was designed, there is also a children's park only a short walk from the dwellings!

1 Pyramid Dwellings - §134,425 - 391 Tiles

Luxury is the word with the first property on the street with each level decked out with mid-80s Dictator realness. Gold filigree everywhere and achievements galore. If your sim needs to feel like a winner, or just pamper themselves, this is the rental for them.

2 Pyramid Dwellings - §72,861 - 522 Tiles

Another kind of oasis in appears in the middle dwelling; one which gives you peace from the storm of the modern world. Minimalist and with all the tools for maximum relaxing, including an underground hot spring to combat the cold desert nights!

3 Pyramid Dwellings - §61,061 - 391 Tiles

Last and only least in cost, the third dwelling is perfect for those who want to embrace the natural world and appreciate the bounty of the land. With a rooftop perfect for your own garden paradise, you can make your very house grow!

APARTMENT VERSION: https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/A0AE71F4C4564F9C813AEF28E3401681

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Ophelia Manor (Goth Reimagining) Pt. 3

Second Floor & Roof

Finishing our tour of Ophelia Manor we reach the second floor, the Master's floor. A lush bathroom with raised tub platform allows Bella to recline in peace, far from the squawking of her brood beneath. After a soak, she retires to her scarlet bedroom with Mortimer and to the surprise of many, does not enter a coffin!

Mortimer usually retires later, spending hours and hours in his private study and, in case anyone should poke around where they shouldn't, he has hidden behind an unsuspecting bookshelf a secret grotto. A porthole makes comfortable take-offs and landings a sinch and just above, overlooking the neighbourhood you can summon your long lost friends back from the dead with a dedicated séance room.

To finish our tour of Ophelia Manor, we reach the roof. Beyond chimney access and some light astronomy, the family spends little time up here.

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Ophelia Manor (Goth Reimagining) Pt. 2

Basement

What's a spooky manor without a sinister basement? Okay, semi-sinister. In the main hall you'll find a small home gym, and laundry services for the staff to make use of. The two rooms are the Butler's quarters and storage respectively.

A small en suite room is provided for the staff alongside comfortable, albeit out of the way, lodgings. Also included is what Bella refers to as, "The Room of Procrastination"; a collection of trinkets, odds n' ends and momentos collected throughout the years. However at the back is a special door, an ominous red light emitting from behind it. Some say its where Mortimer stores the fabled Goth Gold.

First Floor

Ascending rapidly from the basement and up the main hall stairs we are greeted with the Guest and Children's floor, usually inhabited by the Goth children, or guests daring to stay the Night.

The Nursery and bathroom break the mould of by splashing some shocking white into the mix; an homage both to the light of youth and its slow extinguishing by life. Or so Bella says, Mortimer thinks she just ordered the wrong tiles and was to proud to admit otherwise.

The three Bedrooms; The Purple Parlour, Ye Olde Sorcerer suit and the Cassandra suite offer a variety of choice for another pack of whelps, or guests seeking a new experience from the last stay.

At the end of the hall towards the front of the manor is Morty's Bar, a look back on his wild teenage years and the many adventures he had. Pictures line the walls with each reminding Mortimer of a precious time shared with friends as he creates even more at the bar. If you're not feeling rowdy, you can enclose yourself in the booth and listen to the sombre notes of the ancient Organ.

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Ophelia Manor - Mortimer Goth is old money and he and his beautiful wife Bella deserve a home to reflect their good standing. With no holds

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Ophelia Manor (Goth Reimagining) Pt.1

Exterior and Ground Floor

"Mortimer Goth is old money, he and his beautiful wife Bella deserve a home to reflect their good standing. With no holds barred, and apologies for the multitude of packs but this is my ultimate take on luxurious Goth living."

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Ophelia Manor - Mortimer Goth is old money and he and his beautiful wife Bella deserve a home to reflect their good standing. With no holds

The Goths are one of my favourite families in Sims lore, stretching right back to when I was too afraid to play in their house in the Sims 1 due to the g-g-g-g-ghosts!

This is just a walkthrough tour to save spamming the poor people of Reddit and my hobby groups across the net. You can download the lot at the link above!

WARNING: The lot requires a lot of packs, and I understand not everyone has access to them. This was truly a decadent build so apologies if you are unable to enjoy the full lot.

Let's begin!

Exterior - Night - An Owl shrieks in the distance...

When I set out to remake the Goth home, it was my intention to give them the status they deserved, and to remain on the same lot they occupy in Ophelia Villa. Unfortunately, this meant a much reduced potential for a graveyard however the choice to focus on the house i felt was better made.

The exterior is inspired by the Second Empire style coupled with a splash of 50s horror mystique. Essentially the vibe the Goth family seem to embody entirely.

First Floor

The entrance hall connects as you enter to the Living room to the left, the Dining room to the right and the back hall/kitchen area is through the door at the end of the hall.

The Living room includes many displays that the family has accumulated over the generations, as well as a small nook for some quiet reflection.

What is a manor without a dining hall? Inspired by Mortimer and Bella's love of Jazz you can entertain the entire neighbourhood before taking to the floor for a little light swaying. A corridor at the back, carefullu concealed, is available for staff access to the pantry, and a visitor bathroom.

Travelling straight as you enter you will come face to face with the back entrance hall with the kitchen on the right, and basement access cupboard to the left. The kitchen is split into staff and family sections; available to be used for large functions, or cozy mornings. Both the Dining room and Kitchen connect to the chilled pantry.

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Diamond Memorial Park - Community - National Park

Replacing the small park beside the major fountain in Del Sol.

"Deedee 'Diamond' McClaran, the belle of the Silver Screen era bought a piece of land in what would one day be central Del Sol. She decided to gift it to the city and added a new pavilion each decade of her life, reflecting her many passions especially her dearest love, fictional butler and co-star, Ricky Steele. A great performance space, a viewpoint to enjoy the great Del Sol fountain and a fantastic chess scene await you. "

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Old Italia Pier Apartments - (Anchorpoint Wharf - San Sequoia) EAID: Simmy93

https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/the-sims/the-sims-4/pc/gallery/7ADA558610F54770BC00977979535727?category=all&searchtype=ea_origin_id&sortby=downloads&time=all&searchquery=Simmy93&max=50&maxis=false (Gallery Link)

PART TWO:

The Domino Tower - 2 bed, 1 bath. Unit Value: §67,989

The other half of the most famous duo to live on the Pier, Beatrix 'Trixie' Grey (née McCann) was, like her sister, the darling of the silver screen. However when that screen became multicoloured and they wanted to hear you speak, Trixie's unorthodox oratory became unpopular.

Deeply harmed by her performances being constantly spurned, Trixie fell into a deep funk and refused to ever again embrace the colour of life. A notoriously overdramatic artist, she would go on to design some of the most challenging sculptures and portraits in the city.

Eventually she would marry Robert Grey, 5th Earl of Sulsulshire-upon-Syne but due to the circumstances of their elopement he was forced to give up his title and fortune. Resentment was the emotion most common in the Grey/McCann house and their children would carry on the feud into the next generation.

The home is not for the faint hearted and modernity is front and centre as each room attempts to be a statement for its' former owner's pain. Perfect for colourblind clients.

The Green Garden - 1 bed, 1 bath. Unit Value: §35,678

If you want a breath of a fresh air, this is the apartment for you as the many plants will surely be scrubbing the air! Owned by Simderlander twins Aart and Bart, the walls of the apartment used to be covered in greenery. It was almost impossible to move without toppling over a rare, endangered species of dandelion, or trampling a unique tulip.

Like most of the families on the pier, the brothers would eventually have to sell their ground floor business as the footfall around the pier began to die down. Despite their shop no longer existing, their legacy remains. Truly rare flora exists in San Sequoia that is seen as almost common, all thanks to these botanical brothers.

The Red Crane - 1 bed, 1 bath. Unit Value: §41,505.

Once attached to the restaurant of the same name below, the story of the Wang-Li'lani family is a true example of the SimNation dream. Built and run by recent immigrant Lixin 'Bobby' Wang and his Sulani born wife Keala Li'lani the once market stall became a world renowned eatery in less than ten years. For decades the two introduced the world to the cultures beyond the borders of SimNation. Every room is a museum to the magnificent trips the family took together, both home to their respective homelands, but also to many others.

Eventually Bobby became far too old to continue his incredible work and despite their boundless love the couple never had any children. Though he no longer sold his incredible cooking, a small replica of the dining room now exists alongside the kitchen allowing people to still experience the long disappeared Red Crane.

The stand out room within the rental is the kitchen and is seen by the Chef community as a sacred space. It is said to guarantee a place at Britechester a student must live within this rental for at least a month and absorb the good energy of the legendary utensils.

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Old Italia Pier Apartments - (Anchorpoint Wharf - San Sequoia)

Residential Rental - 4 Multi-story Apartments + Shared Ground floor amenities.

"The Old Italia Pier Apartments have seen generations of people come to SimNation to make their fortune. Originally built to house an influx of Sims from the Old Country, it has played host to families from across the world. The final residents left knowing their former homes would tell their stories. The previously commercial ground floor was repurposed and now boasts a laundromat, pool complex, gym and hobby centre."

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A Tour of the Lot

The Exterior:

Designed to preserve the exterior design of the original property, the four apartments are accessed by two dedicated yards with trash access. The 'main street' of the now quiet pier was once host to hundreds of sims a day but is now a shared space for the tenants to enjoy some outdoor time together. The name 'Old Italia' is inspired by the patriotic paintjob left by the original inhabitants way back when the Pier was still an active fish market.

The Communal Spaces:

Although the outside of the former shops and services have remained unchanged, the interiors could not have changed more. Unlike the upstairs homes, the commercial property had no prospect of enduring and has since been repurposed for truly luxurious living.

Long Game Gym / Formerly Granny Beth's Bits n' Bobs

Once owned by the final inhabitant of the apartment above, Granny Beth's Bits n' Bobs was once the one stop shop for anything craft related in the local area. After a lucrative creative career Elizabeth 'Beth' McCann set about spreading her pink vision of the world. Unfortunately her rival and neighbour would have the last laugh as her grandson bought out the craft shop and replaced it with a gym inspired by his grandmother's domino aesthetic.

Adriatic Laundry Services / Formerly The Red Crane

Renowned as the best Asian cuisine this side of the Simissippi, the Red Crane was once the favourite spot of celebrities far and wide. Despite the fame, the owner never took advantage and became well known for his fair prices and wholesome family image.

Once attached to the apartments above, the Red Crane's kitchen still exists in the private residence and aspiring Chefs from across the country bid to stay for as long as they can, hoping they absorb some of that magic.

Now however, the once booming restaurant is providing services which removes grease from clothes, rather than contributing to it!

The Green Dragon / Formerly Bountiful Bouquets

Few people know, but San Sequoia used to be the source of many flower imports into SimNation, and no where else could the freshest and most exotic flora be found. Taking advantage of this luck was Bountiful Bouquets who it is said created the bouquets for a Royal Wedding!

Nowadays the shop has been converted into a community hobby centre; chess, painting, archaeology, woodwork and of course, flower arranging are available to any resident.

The Hidden Oasis / Formerly Giuseppe's Fishmonger

The heartbeat of the local economy was appropriately nestled in the middle of the main street trading in the best that came off the fishing boats. It was the only commercial endeavour that saw the start of the pier, and the end.

Afterwards it underwent the largest renovation of the four properties and was developed into a community pool. Decadence awaits you as you descend into a desert oasis amongst the busy suburban life. Equipped with pool, adult hot tub area and even a kids activity room, every member of the family can enjoy their day hiding from the desert sun.

The Apartments:

The Pink Lady - 2 bed, 1 bath. Unit Value: §75,628

One half of the most famous duo to be residents at the Old Italia Pier was Elizabeth 'Beth' McCann, a woman who it can safely be said, enjoyed pink. After a glittering career with her sister in the silent era of film she made the transition to the talkies, and then to colour films unlike her sister who seemed to be unable to keep up.

This lifelong resentment led to a bitter rivalry between the siblings, although most of it was aimed at Beth who for all intents and purposes was living her best life. Never marrying, Beth would adopt a son with her long time partner though they would later part ways causing scandal in the tabloids.

Tragedy would touch the McCann household despite Beth's happy disposition and she would end up raising her grandchildren after the death of her son and his wife necessitating some remodelling to accommodate such a lofty task.

No longer able to tread the boards or walk the red carpet, Beth consolidated her royalties and opened her 'Granny Beth's Bits n' Bobs' craft store and settled in for a quiet life.

The home has seen a lot of love, a lot of tears and a lot of knitting. It is perfect for an elder sim, or a small family of comfortable means.