I wanted to try a small family craftsman cottage that was base game compatible (for a change).  Easier said than done, considering I'm a custom-content fanatic, with, oh....  2,427 building modifications available in my library.  It was a tough struggle, especially since I didn't even want to use any EA expansion sets.  But I did manage to pull through, although I had to consult my design books more than once to get some cool colour combinations.

Okay, it's a bit more expensive than a starter home, but here is: a beautiful small-lot family cottage by Qube Design that is BASE GAME compatible. It's fully furnished and decorated with a sophisticated colour palette, but still comfortable for family living. Upstairs are 3 large bedrooms (the master suite features a fireplace and private sun-room) and a big family bath decorated in dramatic black and taupe. On the main floor, there is an intimate family living room / library with a cozy fireplace and French doors leading to the deck and pool, a large family dining room (with the requisite mirror for good Feng Shui), and a dramatic kitchen with attached breakfast room. The fully developed basement features a quiet study, gym, second full bath and home theatre room with a French door leading outside. A detached garage and fully landscaped yard compliments the cottage-like exterior built of stone and cedar shakes. The only custom content photographed with this lot is the art collection owned by my SIMs (sorry, I just couldn't help myself...  it's like candy... really...). Most artwork is available at www.simsartgallery.net, or here at TSR.

Please enjoy this beautiful home from Qube Design.

Btw, I've already transplanted this house on a larger lot, and am working on wonderful lakeside retreat.