Glad to see you back I think you should do scenarios with some of the unused Bigwallet family. The abandoned kids you don’t want to do a full playthru and stay children forever. You can scenarios with as mini playthru until we get a new game pack.
@@FireAndLightning not op but I did have an incident where the kitchen sink started leaking and I had to stop using it for a day or two before I could get it fixed and had to use the bathroom sink instead. Luckily there was a bathroom right off the kitchen so it wasn't too bad but yeah I could see it becoming a major hassle
@@NancyDrew56 Ah, of course if it's in need of fixing that would be difficult enough! Truly hope that no one has to live without it forever! Must have been so hard to do the dishes, unless there was a dishwasher.., other sinks are not meant to handle pots and pans 😅 Thanks for giving me an explanation of what it could be!
Even though this build is so quirky, I actually think it came out realistic (minus the size, maybe). I see a lot of houses like this, except slightly more run-down, in the countryside or as refurbished parts of train stations/passings and old water mills.
Henford on Bagley is perfect for this build. I've stayed in holiday lets like this here in the UK, it's pretty common for farming families to diversify into doing B&B or self-catering holiday cottages as a way to subsidise their income and keep their farms.
Challenge! Try renovating every house in every world, using only base game and the expansion pack that world came in (like Windenburg=get together and base game only). Rules: 1. Outside "shell" stays the same. You can repaint, change windows and doors etc, but no extensions. Inside walls stays about the same. You can take down a wall or build a wall, if it makes sense. 2. The original lot value stays about the same. So a lot worth around 16.000 should have the same or less value. 3. You can only use base game and the expansion pack. No stuff pack or other game pack. A world that comes with a game pack uses base game and that game pack. It's actually much harder than it sounds, because you don't have a lot of options. But it also is a lot of fun and challenging 😊
Awesome build, although I was thinking....would a mini fridge not work better in the space? You can then add a microwave on top, or a shelf for more storage space, what with it being a micro home and all....anyway, that's my 2 cents. Awesome build anyway. I really like your build style.
A great idea but not that useful. I almost never play with microwaves in my games and the storage would be annoying because Sims would put plates up there if you didn't cover the shelf with random clutter, which could be cool. I think mini-fridge plus coffee maker would be a good balance of useful/realistic. Alternatively, something for tea but the base-game brewer was buggy for a long time, I don't recall if they fixed it, and the newest tea set came in the wedding pack so I have no idea if it's functional. lol I don't have that one and most of what's ingrained in my brain is how they had to fix all of the wedding bugs for everything else. The most useful change IMHO would be to add in an island, instead of a table, simply because Sims can also prepare food on it (less chance they'll fail to do something because the only free counter isn't available) and then stick in a dishwasher so the sink is freed up more often but it wouldn't fit the vibes as much and since it would need at least two counters, it might be something they can't get around. I forget how it lined up with the ladder.
@@DoveJS I agree with the coffe/tea brewer alternative. Come to think of it, I did the same thing with one of my micro builds and it works a treat. What we need in the game, especially for playing with Tiny Living pack is integrated appliances ( I don't think there's a mini fridge version you can tuck away under a counter - dishwasher style, maybe CC, but idk), or a wet room combo (sink/shower that can be overlapped and still functional, although idk how that would work with the game mechanics). As for the counter space, maybe tucking the mini fridge between the TV and the ladder, using a bookshelf and not a bookcase (again, maximising space usage), and having like a breakfast bar with stools instead of a table, would probably do the trick with the available space. Having said all that, I realise that it probably would not go with the cottage vibe that James was going for...
@@Lostinscenes You can fit the University/Snowy Escape shower opposite the door, then have the sink and toilet on opposite sides. I can't recall if it requires MOO because you can walk through the shower; that's what makes it work. So, not exactly the same concept but it means his bathroom could've had both. Ohhh, good idea for the mini fridge! Actually, I think he could've put one of the small freestanding set of books, which functions as a bookcase, on top of the mini-fridge. I know a fish bowl will go there so I think that works. Alternatively, could keep the book case, get rid of the little table between the chairs, stick the fridge there, and add the lamp on top. But yeah probably wouldn't fit the vibes haha.
Welcome back! Such a cute build. I love the use of the industrial glass arch. I'm actually so surprised how well that worked with the cottage theme. I can now imagine it'd be a pretty entrance for a conservatory in a bigger home.
Omg the Grand Designs House that looks like a slice of cheese, it’s in my town, I’ve seen it in person, it’s bonkers. Ive seen it as it got built every time you drive past. The lot they built it on is really small. And there’s actually a surprising amount of privacy. You have a hard time seeing it from the road. My favourite house from that season was the one with the pond. My dad and I found it on google maps, also close to me But I loved the pond sm.
yeah, I've missed your build videos. I love making tiny homes too. My favourite thing is to build "cheat" tiny houses which only use 32 tiles, but have a lot more space which is not enclosed. The lighting is a bit of an issue, but I've managed to get them to work for a 100 baby home. The relationship gains and skills boost really helps! I would love to see you build a cheat tiny house for a whole family.
If one were to build a tiny home on one of the great big lots in the Henford-on-Bagley countryside, I think the way to go about it would be to make a tiny farmhouse surrounded by a big farm, and maybe go a little crazy on landscaping too.
James just thought maybe Chaz and Kim can retire in your tiny home when they get older. know the house is Chaz but maybe he gave it to his brother and Hazel since they have big family. your builds always amazing and welcome back glad your had fun time with your family.
that triangle house build from Grand Designs is really great. Such a weird plot sandwiched between a busy road and a railway. And half the plot couldn't be built on because of the sewer access. Yet this guy managed to build an absolutely georgous house on it that nobody expected
I love this! I build more tiny homes than anything but they're pretty bland compared to this. I may try something similar to this next time. I've been missing your videos but I'm glad you got to spend time with your family. That's so important.
I think you can make use of the pathway for more space for the garden. You can put the house at the very front of the lot because it has a little bit of decorations and landscape already done.
This sparks much joy!! Are you going to be back to the Cottage Living LP? I'd would love to see a longer series come back again, even a different one, in addition to all the scenarios.
@@bellacullen492 same, I know he’s been moving around a lot lately and probably doesn’t have the time to focus on it. Hopefully he gets back to it when he’s settled in again ^_^
Hi James! I so wish you were doing cameos. My friend Cheyenne got me one from you when I was pregnant with my son Olin, and now she is due to have a son any day. I would love to return the favor to her. We’re both huge fans! Love the build - and also hate the walkways up to the lots 🙃
I know it's not a priority with all the other stuff that's messed up in the game, but I hope at some point they tackle the modular items from Dream Home decorator. I rarely use them because i hate how they clip into the wall when you place them in a corner.
Thank you for being such a wonderful person, I look forward to whenever you post. Inspiration has been tough to come by these days and watching your creativity unfold is definitely inspiring!
So glad to see you back..hope you had fun with your family.. absolutely love this build gonna put it into my game as soon as I turn it on lol!!! Have a great day! 🙂🤗🙂
In my country, most houses don’t really use sink inside the bathroom. Only the well-off ones do. People with no sink wash their hand by scooping water from a bucket using a water dipper/scoop. So I never use a sink inside my bathroom when I build a tiny/micro home. No sink is pretty realistic to me😂
I *love * this cute little house. I downloaded it for my Spellcaster Sim to live in, in Glimmerbrook. I did tweak your skylight a bit so that the bedroom doesn't need the inside window, and that tile can be used for the ladder. (Thank you KateEmerald for teaching me that little trick!)
Nice! :) The little cottage really does look lovely with all those plants around it. I think you should use it for one of the nature-focused scenarios -- maybe Plant-A-Sim?
Wow I’m so early - edit for end of video, such a amazing build, love how tiny it is plus all the plants on the side of the house. A sweet little cottage
Thanks so much for keeping us expired. I'm glad you got time to see family 😌 welcome back and it was because of you I have been challenging myself in Sims 4 haha. It's so much fun! Thanks for all you do and bringing a smile to my day ❤️❤️
That grand designs episode you were talking about was so good! I loved that triangle house so much, the British ones are always the best, and this lot actually really looks like his lot! Also really cool episode and build suggestion, Grand Designs Australia S06E07 "Northcote Vinegar Factory" in Melbourne.
Great build! I'd love to see more tiny homes. Maybe try to build a tiny home that matches each world or pack? The no fence around the chickens stresses me out though 😅 Real chickens would wander away, and Sims chickens would get eaten by foxes immediately.
Welcome back! The build looks nice and cosy. Some days I feel like my actual house is too small, then I see builds like this and wonder whether I actually want to get rid of some stuff and live in a smaller space. XD
Not sure when it happened, but one of the back windows is messed up on 16:55 :( It was still okay around 16:17, so I dunno what could've caused it. Just Sims 4 being Sims 4, I guess...
James, I feel pretty confident in saying that when you post, all of our days are that much better!
That’s for sure! 😄
Definitely a correct statement 😁
Agreed
Yesssss
Absolutely!
Glad to see you back
I think you should do scenarios with some of the unused Bigwallet family. The abandoned kids you don’t want to do a full playthru and stay children forever.
You can scenarios with as mini playthru until we get a new game pack.
What a great idea honestly
Yes! What Anigurl28 said! 100%!
Yeah but he thanossnapped most of them like a year ago...
@@melanekhirano762 Different time-line, new save?
Especially that one kid from the witch household lol we see him all the time!
As someone who lives in a tiny apartment with a window in their shower, I respect the window in the bathroom. It really helps with ventilation! 😂
This build is a testament to James' move away from his formerly typical "black-and-white" builds, and I couldn't be more pleased!
As someone with a bathroom sink and no kitchen sink, if you can only have one, pick the kitchen sink. Trust me.
I'm just so curious about this, like how do you not have a kitchen sink? :O Was it built like that or .. I don't even know what to suggest happened
@@FireAndLightning not op but I did have an incident where the kitchen sink started leaking and I had to stop using it for a day or two before I could get it fixed and had to use the bathroom sink instead. Luckily there was a bathroom right off the kitchen so it wasn't too bad but yeah I could see it becoming a major hassle
@@NancyDrew56 Ah, of course if it's in need of fixing that would be difficult enough! Truly hope that no one has to live without it forever! Must have been so hard to do the dishes, unless there was a dishwasher.., other sinks are not meant to handle pots and pans 😅
Thanks for giving me an explanation of what it could be!
I saw an apartment in NYC once that had a kitchen sink but no bathroom sink
@@FireAndLightning I have a fridge and microwave. There never has been a full kitchen.
Even though this build is so quirky, I actually think it came out realistic (minus the size, maybe). I see a lot of houses like this, except slightly more run-down, in the countryside or as refurbished parts of train stations/passings and old water mills.
Henford on Bagley is perfect for this build. I've stayed in holiday lets like this here in the UK, it's pretty common for farming families to diversify into doing B&B or self-catering holiday cottages as a way to subsidise their income and keep their farms.
I’m so sick rn and this is literally my favorite kind of build. James just knows man…
Hope you feel better xx
@@lozzieelizadesigns05 you’re so sweet! Thank you 🥺. Thankfully not COVID.
Hope you’re feeling better❤️🩹
@@irishduchess7577 thank you 💕
Sending healing air hugs your way! 💕
We've missed you! But super happy you got to see your family! Hope it was a great time! It's good to have you back :) Also, gorgeous build!
Yay I'm glad you're back! I hope you had a great time with Bowser and Deli! I also downloaded this house last night while playing the sims!
Challenge! Try renovating every house in every world, using only base game and the expansion pack that world came in (like Windenburg=get together and base game only).
Rules:
1. Outside "shell" stays the same. You can repaint, change windows and doors etc, but no extensions. Inside walls stays about the same. You can take down a wall or build a wall, if it makes sense.
2. The original lot value stays about the same. So a lot worth around 16.000 should have the same or less value.
3. You can only use base game and the expansion pack. No stuff pack or other game pack. A world that comes with a game pack uses base game and that game pack.
It's actually much harder than it sounds, because you don't have a lot of options. But it also is a lot of fun and challenging 😊
This is so cute! One trait should be lots of light or natural light I forget what it is.
I have been so focused on the Depp vs Heard trial I forgot about sims. This is an incredibly refreshing video.
not me still playing the sims in computer and watching the trial on my phone at the same time 😂😂😂
I just happened to refresh my feed, the timing! *Chef's kiss*
I know it's not 2016 anymore, but I'm still addicted to your mini builds... and the algorithm apparently feels the same way!
Hope you had a wonderful time with your family! Glad you are back though!
As someone who forces their sims to live in a 32 tiles micro home… IM OBSESSED!😍😍
I want to see James do a CC build. He's such a good builder and I know he would do it justice.
Adorable house. Would love to see it in a LP.
The father of the sims community is finally back
Vladdy Daddy who
Father Turner!
Love to hear you got to see your family! Always put yourself first!
I'm glad your back posting videos James. Glad you gat to see your family though. I really like this build.
Awesome build, although I was thinking....would a mini fridge not work better in the space? You can then add a microwave on top, or a shelf for more storage space, what with it being a micro home and all....anyway, that's my 2 cents. Awesome build anyway. I really like your build style.
A great idea but not that useful. I almost never play with microwaves in my games and the storage would be annoying because Sims would put plates up there if you didn't cover the shelf with random clutter, which could be cool. I think mini-fridge plus coffee maker would be a good balance of useful/realistic. Alternatively, something for tea but the base-game brewer was buggy for a long time, I don't recall if they fixed it, and the newest tea set came in the wedding pack so I have no idea if it's functional. lol I don't have that one and most of what's ingrained in my brain is how they had to fix all of the wedding bugs for everything else.
The most useful change IMHO would be to add in an island, instead of a table, simply because Sims can also prepare food on it (less chance they'll fail to do something because the only free counter isn't available) and then stick in a dishwasher so the sink is freed up more often but it wouldn't fit the vibes as much and since it would need at least two counters, it might be something they can't get around. I forget how it lined up with the ladder.
@@DoveJS I agree with the coffe/tea brewer alternative. Come to think of it, I did the same thing with one of my micro builds and it works a treat. What we need in the game, especially for playing with Tiny Living pack is integrated appliances ( I don't think there's a mini fridge version you can tuck away under a counter - dishwasher style, maybe CC, but idk), or a wet room combo (sink/shower that can be overlapped and still functional, although idk how that would work with the game mechanics). As for the counter space, maybe tucking the mini fridge between the TV and the ladder, using a bookshelf and not a bookcase (again, maximising space usage), and having like a breakfast bar with stools instead of a table, would probably do the trick with the available space.
Having said all that, I realise that it probably would not go with the cottage vibe that James was going for...
@@Lostinscenes You can fit the University/Snowy Escape shower opposite the door, then have the sink and toilet on opposite sides. I can't recall if it requires MOO because you can walk through the shower; that's what makes it work. So, not exactly the same concept but it means his bathroom could've had both.
Ohhh, good idea for the mini fridge! Actually, I think he could've put one of the small freestanding set of books, which functions as a bookcase, on top of the mini-fridge. I know a fish bowl will go there so I think that works. Alternatively, could keep the book case, get rid of the little table between the chairs, stick the fridge there, and add the lamp on top. But yeah probably wouldn't fit the vibes haha.
definitely agreed on the sidewalk tile issue. super annoying! I sometimes use terrain paint to fix edges haha
Welcome back! Such a cute build. I love the use of the industrial glass arch. I'm actually so surprised how well that worked with the cottage theme. I can now imagine it'd be a pretty entrance for a conservatory in a bigger home.
Welcome back James! Glad you had some time off with your family :) love the build
I'm glad you had a good time with the family. Welcome back.
It's hard to be away from family for such a long time, glad you got to spend time with them 🥰
Omg the Grand Designs House that looks like a slice of cheese, it’s in my town, I’ve seen it in person, it’s bonkers. Ive seen it as it got built every time you drive past. The lot they built it on is really small. And there’s actually a surprising amount of privacy. You have a hard time seeing it from the road.
My favourite house from that season was the one with the pond. My dad and I found it on google maps, also close to me But I loved the pond sm.
What a lovely surprise on what has been a decidedly annoying day for me. Thanks a bunch James
yeah, I've missed your build videos. I love making tiny homes too. My favourite thing is to build "cheat" tiny houses which only use 32 tiles, but have a lot more space which is not enclosed. The lighting is a bit of an issue, but I've managed to get them to work for a 100 baby home. The relationship gains and skills boost really helps! I would love to see you build a cheat tiny house for a whole family.
You are one of the best ,simmers out right now because of how funny and real you are. Love You SEMAJ .
We missed youuu!!!! I look forward to every single one of your videos
Dude that’s lovely that you got to spend time with your family!
If one were to build a tiny home on one of the great big lots in the Henford-on-Bagley countryside, I think the way to go about it would be to make a tiny farmhouse surrounded by a big farm, and maybe go a little crazy on landscaping too.
I'm glad you had a great time on vaca! Welcome back.
James just thought maybe Chaz and Kim can retire in your tiny home when they get older. know the house is Chaz but maybe he gave it to his brother and Hazel since they have big family. your builds always amazing and welcome back glad your had fun time with your family.
that triangle house build from Grand Designs is really great. Such a weird plot sandwiched between a busy road and a railway. And half the plot couldn't be built on because of the sewer access. Yet this guy managed to build an absolutely georgous house on it that nobody expected
I’m glad you got to see your family! Welcome back, we missed you!
I clicked the video so fast! I'm glad you're back
Omg! I've been waiting for a new JT upload!
When are we gonna get more supersim? Or is that challenge done?
I love this! I build more tiny homes than anything but they're pretty bland compared to this. I may try something similar to this next time. I've been missing your videos but I'm glad you got to spend time with your family. That's so important.
YES! A new video and a build! Just what we needed.
The cottage layout is really similar to my IRL apartment- but I have *three* sinks
I think you can make use of the pathway for more space for the garden. You can put the house at the very front of the lot because it has a little bit of decorations and landscape already done.
This sparks much joy!! Are you going to be back to the Cottage Living LP? I'd would love to see a longer series come back again, even a different one, in addition to all the scenarios.
I love that he is having a fun time with the scenarios but I miss the cottage living LP
@@bellacullen492 same, I know he’s been moving around a lot lately and probably doesn’t have the time to focus on it. Hopefully he gets back to it when he’s settled in again ^_^
Missed you James! Glad you're back
Hi James! I so wish you were doing cameos. My friend Cheyenne got me one from you when I was pregnant with my son Olin, and now she is due to have a son any day. I would love to return the favor to her. We’re both huge fans! Love the build - and also hate the walkways up to the lots 🙃
Watched that episode of Grand Designes - that house was awesome!
I know it's not a priority with all the other stuff that's messed up in the game, but I hope at some point they tackle the modular items from Dream Home decorator. I rarely use them because i hate how they clip into the wall when you place them in a corner.
I feel you on that but given how many items do the same thing, like bookshelves and fridges, that's probably a feature. :(
Yay I missed you 😩😂💙 glad you had a great vacation.
Welcome back, James! 🥰
Glad you guys are back! ☺️
I won't say we missed you...but man we missed you
Thank you for being such a wonderful person, I look forward to whenever you post. Inspiration has been tough to come by these days and watching your creativity unfold is definitely inspiring!
YOU'RE BACK!! Glad you had a great holiday!
I WATCHED THAT EPISODE OF GRAND DESIGNS! Definitely had tiny home vibes
So glad to see you back..hope you had fun with your family.. absolutely love this build gonna put it into my game as soon as I turn it on lol!!! Have a great day! 🙂🤗🙂
I LOVE TINY HOME BUILDS!!
I need to download this next time I get on! I wish we knew the price of it and if it was a good starter.
Hi James! Can’t wait to watch this!
With the University or Snowy Escape shower you can actually make a 1.5 tile bathroom!
You give me so many great ideas. I love your videos!
Finally I missed u so much 😢 I have no CZcamsrs other than deli that I watch 😂
In my country, most houses don’t really use sink inside the bathroom. Only the well-off ones do. People with no sink wash their hand by scooping water from a bucket using a water dipper/scoop. So I never use a sink inside my bathroom when I build a tiny/micro home. No sink is pretty realistic to me😂
Sometimes I feel like I'm a good builder, and then I watch videos like this 😂
That home is so beautiful. Great job James. 🐸
Yessss! More James' Sims builds!!
Welcome back! I hope life has been treating you well! Cute tiny home🥰
I *love * this cute little house. I downloaded it for my Spellcaster Sim to live in, in Glimmerbrook. I did tweak your skylight a bit so that the bedroom doesn't need the inside window, and that tile can be used for the ladder. (Thank you KateEmerald for teaching me that little trick!)
Nice! :) The little cottage really does look lovely with all those plants around it. I think you should use it for one of the nature-focused scenarios -- maybe Plant-A-Sim?
Thank you for fuelling my Sims addiction while I don't have my computer for a few weeks and can't play :)
Wow I’m so early - edit for end of video, such a amazing build, love how tiny it is plus all the plants on the side of the house. A sweet little cottage
Thanks so much for keeping us expired. I'm glad you got time to see family 😌 welcome back and it was because of you I have been challenging myself in Sims 4 haha. It's so much fun!
Thanks for all you do and bringing a smile to my day ❤️❤️
This was a nice surprise and a treat for me today. Your build looks so nice, as always!
James builds are always super creative love to see it!
Gone for two weeks and you give us just 18 minutes? 🥺😂 anyways good to see ya back!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
The lack of a (visible) indoor bin makes sense to me, because realistically it would be under the kitchen sink.
This house is so pretty!
Welcome back and thanks for the fun video! :D
damn james lookin rugged as hell 😍
I love cottage core so much i really want the theme in my dream home.
That grand designs episode you were talking about was so good! I loved that triangle house so much, the British ones are always the best, and this lot actually really looks like his lot! Also really cool episode and build suggestion, Grand Designs Australia S06E07 "Northcote Vinegar Factory" in Melbourne.
Great build! I'd love to see more tiny homes. Maybe try to build a tiny home that matches each world or pack?
The no fence around the chickens stresses me out though 😅 Real chickens would wander away, and Sims chickens would get eaten by foxes immediately.
An idea: James why don’t you do a build and decorate and then let Deli come in to give it her touch and see what changes she would make. 🇦🇺
This is honestly a beautiful build! Great use of the climbing wall plants!!
Welcome back, we missed you!
This build is so cute! I'm impressed that you didn't go with black, white, or gray this time.
So glad you've uploaded 🥰
Yaaay! New video!! I've missed you, but I'm glad to know that you were having some good quality "me" time!
Yay I missed your videos so much!! And my favorite type of video, a speed build!!
Very cute little build, James! I love cottagecore, it's so cozy, and this definitely has that same feel.
Welcome back! The build looks nice and cosy. Some days I feel like my actual house is too small, then I see builds like this and wonder whether I actually want to get rid of some stuff and live in a smaller space. XD
This is so such a cool and quirky build!
Now THIS is what I subscribed for👌🏻👌🏻
I’ve missed some good ole James build videos!’ Thank you!
Not sure when it happened, but one of the back windows is messed up on 16:55 :( It was still okay around 16:17, so I dunno what could've caused it. Just Sims 4 being Sims 4, I guess...
Cute little house. 💜
Loved this build! Missed you and your videos. Hope you, Deli, and Bowser had a great trip!
I love your micro/tiny homes!
Yay!!! Tiny house builds >