Mod The Sims - Multi-Storey Parking Lot/Garage

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#2

19th Aug 2018 at 5:33 PM

Very intriguing. Where is it that things "don't connect"? I had often thought about doing something like this, with the top 2 floors being dedicated to some kind of community lot. Kudos to you for keeping this lot CC-free, but if folks wanted, MogHughson's Decorative Parking Spaces - with random cars parked would complement your lot very nicely!

Cool lot. Thanks for sharing!

-grinEvilly
>=)

Zarathustra

Mad Poster

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#3

19th Aug 2018 at 5:34 PM

This is fantastic! I've actually wondered if it would work to do a garage with CFE in exactly this way, and never actually got around to testing it (the only lot I've made that has a multistory parking garage is one where there wouldn't have been space to do it "right" like this anyway, so I just rely on suspension of disbelief to explain why there's cars on the 4th floor and no ramp to get them there!). Very nicely done, and it looks pretty convincing to me!

Tamas

Field Researcher

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#4

19th Aug 2018 at 6:19 PM

I think this is great and plan on using it. Thank you.

fway

Top Secret Researcher

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#5

19th Aug 2018 at 7:10 PM

Neat idea! This will fit areas like Downtown perfectly.

I second MogHughson's Decorative Parking Spaces mod!

rachael525

Test Subject

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#6

19th Aug 2018 at 7:22 PM

This is so awesome! Can't wait to put this in my downtowns. Thank you for sharing!

blockparty

Lab Assistant

#7

19th Aug 2018 at 10:31 PM

What is the "neat trick" you used to connect the levels? I don't recognise the items.

dragomander

Test Subject

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#8

20th Aug 2018 at 7:07 AM Last edited by dragomander : 20th Aug 2018 at 7:20 AM.

Hi everyone! I'm really glad that you like the lot. Took me quite a while to piece it together, so I really appreciate that.

I just tried MogHughson's Decorative Parking Spaces mod and I must say it's simply perfect, especially since it can remain a community lot. Highly recommended (for those who do not mind CC)!

The trick I used to link the floors is basically making them appear connected using *drumroll* decorations! I used the cornice found in Decorative > Misc. to set the bridge before adjusting the terrain.

Thanks for the support!

Screenshots

dragomander

Test Subject

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#9

20th Aug 2018 at 7:14 AM

Update: Smoother Rooftop Entrance

Hey all, so I was still experimenting with the lot and managed to level the jagged rooftop entrance so it's a little more eye pleasing.

Thanks.

Little Nemo

Lab Assistant

#10

20th Aug 2018 at 7:44 PM

A very good idea - I've seen pictures of multi-story parking lots, but could never figure out how it would work... question: since there are still open spaces between the deco elements - is that intentional (looking good, like speed bumps) or was it not possible to put them closer together?

At some point I actually tried to make some sort multi level ramp lot using Mootildas Grid Adjuster & the invisible stairs from this thread - it failed horribly, so kudos too for finding a much easier solution.

pamreg

Test Subject

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#11

20th Aug 2018 at 11:08 PM

Not sure how I'm going to use this in the game, but it's too cool not to have it!

dragomander

Test Subject

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#12

21st Aug 2018 at 8:16 AM

Quote: Originally posted by Little Nemo

A very good idea - I've seen pictures of multi-story parking lots, but could never figure out how it would work... question: since there are still open spaces between the deco elements - is that intentional (looking good, like speed bumps) or was it not possible to put them closer together?

At some point I actually tried to make some sort multi level ramp lot using Mootildas Grid Adjuster & the invisible stairs from this thread - it failed horribly, so kudos too for finding a much easier solution.

Actually, I had to leave the gap because the terrain in it is extremely steep. So I tried some random deco items and this seemed ideal, especially since it did look like a drain cover. This GridAdjuster method seems to produce functioning ramps but looks complex though.

grinevilly

Forum Resident

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#13

22nd Aug 2018 at 3:00 AM

@dragomander - have you considered doing up a tutorial on the concepts and tools you've used to achieve this? It seems, many people had similar ideas but weren't able to achieve their desired effect. I'm sure many people would be interested in a photo-illustrated tutorial showing exactly how you overcame all the technical obstacles! Please do, and good luck!

-gE
>=)

dragomander

Test Subject

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#14

22nd Aug 2018 at 5:19 PM

Quote: Originally posted by grinevilly

@dragomander - have you considered doing up a tutorial on the concepts and tools you've used to achieve this? It seems, many people had similar ideas but weren't able to achieve their desired effect. I'm sure many people would be interested in a photo-illustrated tutorial showing exactly how you overcame all the technical obstacles! Please do, and good luck!

-gE
>=)

Hmm, you're right. I'll try to get one up and going soon. Stay tuned!

zheyrryhn

Lab Assistant

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#15

22nd Aug 2018 at 6:18 PM

I'm wondering if this would work on the Mac Version of Sims 2. I don't have Free Time or Apartment life, or most of the stuff packs so I don't know what elements you pulled out of decorative to make the garage work. But I love the idea, even if it won't work for me.

ScaryRob

Theorist

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#16

23rd Aug 2018 at 5:22 AM

I agree that you should write a tutorial on how you did this, it's very clever. I think this could be used to finally make some realistic-looking bridges, especially for vehicles, although players need to understand that they would not be functional and Sims would not be able to walk across them.

dragomander

Test Subject

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#17

24th Aug 2018 at 4:07 AM

Simple Ramp Tutorial

Okay, It's ready. I've made a (long-winded) tutorial on how to make ramps as seen in my parking lot. It's on my Journal (right here). Happy experimenting

Charmful

Link Ninja

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#18

28th Aug 2018 at 2:36 AM

This was such a good idea for a lot

Brunnis-2

Field Researcher

#19

28th Aug 2018 at 10:46 AM

This looks like so many of the car parks I loathe getting stuck in after anything I see at the theatre, haha.

Great job!

.:: B2SIMS.com ::.

Jonipoon

Lab Assistant

#20

12th Sep 2018 at 9:56 AM

This is amazing, great job! It will suit perfectly in my urban neighbourhood.

Did I really say that?
- Well, at least yesterday is behind us now.
/Jonipoon

sandya

Lab Assistant

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#21

7th May 2019 at 7:13 PM

This building rocks on several levels. Even if never visited it is still a great addition to neighborhood ambiance. You have used many techniques that a lot of us haven't the skill to do, so the realism is a huge plus. There are buy able statues of cars - not drive-able but realistic enough looking. Many who make stories will probably like a lot like this as a setting. Thanks!

freesimmy21

Lab Assistant

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#22

16th Jul 2020 at 7:01 PM

Just what I needed for my downtown. Thank you for making this!

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