Two Lots - Created with playability in mind

[zerographic]

AlfredAskew was talking about her frustration with a lack of medium lots (in terms of Sim capacity) - not starter, but not manses either.

This house came from that conversation. Although it's not exactly what AA meant, this was my first experiment. Also, this is my first ever lot upload. I'm VERY sorry for the quality of some of the pics. I have fought with both Fraps and Gadwin since moving to Windows 7 and neither is working for me thus far.

The lot is size 1x2 - I failed to note that on the preview.




As I said before, the goal here was to play without having to swing the camera to and fro. Here's the suggested camera angle:



You'll see that walls are completely down. If you play with semi-walls, the only spot that will give you trouble is where the stairs are. Otherwise, it will remain open and playable.

First Floor Plan - please note the new wall location. I was unable to take clear pics of the new space, but it has really not changed that much
Second Floor Plan

I have also uploaded this house furnished in all Maxis materials. The claim of sleeping 8 is possible by using some of the many bunk bed options. Instead of a dresser, two more beds would go against that wall. No loss of playability should be experienced with bunk beds.

First Floor Furnished
Second Floor Furnished

DOWNLOAD Unfurnished (about 13,400 simoleons)
DOWNLOAD Furnished (about 40,000 simoleons)

Comments

[lovelyxwow]

How very nice, Zero! Thanks. :)

[zerographic]

Thank you! I really hope some people like it. I've been playing with for about a week now. :)

[apricotfiend.livejournal.com]

Thank you for sharing! I'm always looking for decent sized, playable houses on small-size lots, and this looks great. Love the idea of being able to play from one-camera angle, as well.

[zerographic]

Thank you! I'm glad you like it :D

[cosmetical]

This is awesome, thank you. I can't get enough decent houses, especially considering what a terrible builder I am.

[libitinasims.blogspot.com]

Thank you so much for sharing!Lots like this one are very useful,sometimes it's so annoying to turn the camera...
And you've done amazing job at furnishing the house :)
(another terrible builder here)