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26th Jun 2014 at 10:50 AM
26th Jun 2014 at 10:50 AM
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John and Jenny - The Suburban Dream
Interior View : Build Mode
John and Jenny recently moved to Sunset Valley when Doo Peas Corporation offered John a position fresh out of college. The young couple met while at university, but it took a very generous relocation package to convince the young couple to leave their hometown of Aurora Skies.
Jenny jumped up and down in excitement the first time she saw the ranch home at 60 Maywood Lane, delighted at the potential of the property. Six months later, John twirled his bride around for a loving kiss as they moved in. "My beautiful, artistic wife, you are a genius" he whispered, before carrying her over the threshold.
Front Porch - Made for Romance
The well-lit front porch, previously bare and empty, boasted an array of living plants, a comfortable sofa perfect for cuddling, and a cozy porch swing. Jenny also created and planted beds flowering brightly with her favorite shades of pink. The carport now held their bicycles ready to take them both to work, or just out for an evening ride in Sunset Valley's beautiful hills or along its coastline.
Adult-ready Backyard (with tons of ways to relax)
John took point on design of the back yard. "I need a place to grill and entertain" he'd said. Now, grilling for his wife, he couldn't help but smile as she toasted marsh mellows on the fire pit. Just behind her he could see the large garden, irrigated and ready for Jenny to apply her green thumb's magic.
Child-ready Backyard (with tons of room to just run around!)
The back yard was enormous, and they'd considered putting in a swimming pool. Their priorities changed when John got a promotion and they decided it was time to start a family. Instead of tearing down the large tree in the back yard, John built a fort fit for a prince or princess, and the couple added a swingset and SimGnubb game. Careful not to go overboard, John and Jenny remembered to leave plenty of room for running around. "Maybe we can get a dog sometime.." Jenny said as they stood, arm in arm, looking at their work, smiling up at John. Her husband simply nodded and smiled down at her.
Front Hall and Living Room
Jenny loves the front hall. There's plenty of room to remove shoes and coats without tracking in mud, and the leather-covered seat allows them and their guests to do so in style. The large mirror draws light in, and the bold wallpaper makes her smile every time she opens the door. The warm colors set the tone for the rest of the house, though everything else draws far more on natural materials and shades. The beautiful trees of Sunset Valley inspired Jenny as she picked a color palate.
There was no separation between the hall and living area, so John installed floor-to-ceiling wood blinds. Jenny gets shivers at the lovely coziness of their living room, featuring tall bookshelves flanking an elegant fireplace. She decided to eschew a large sofa in favor of a more intimate seating arrangement with two comfortable chairs and a loveseat (perfectly facing the fireplace for romantic nights). Just behind the loveseat is John's fishtank, his pride and joy.
Living Room Detail
More Living Room Detail
Kitchen and Hallway
Being an expert chef, the kitchen was a major priority for Jenny. Although small, she adores the efficiency of the space. At first, John argued for a traditional table, but Jenny was able to convince him that they would eat the majority of their meals in the beautiful back-yard. To keep the space open, instead, they installed a large island with seating between the kitchen and living areas.
In the hallway, John installed nectar racks on either side of their custom-built buffet cabinet, giving Jenny a place to store and display her heirloom dishes while John looked forward to building his own nectar collection.
The Bedrooms (Overhead)
The two bedrooms of the home were tiny, but Jenny assured John that meant they'd have more opportunity for intimacy. She opted for warm, rich hues in the "master" bedroom, keeping in mind John's love of heavy, ornate furniture as she decorated.
Master Bedroom
Nursery 1
Nursery 2
Although Jenny was positive their first child would be a boy, John cautioned against decorating solely in blue. Jenny compromised with a deep teal main color and splashes of bright orange for whimsy. All the furniture was hand-crafted by a master-craftsman of local wood, and the fabrics all-organic. Some nights, Jenny falls asleep in the rocking chair, dreaming of when she'll hold her first child in her arms.
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
The moment she laid eyes on the bathroom, Jenny knew this would be her toughest job. Taking the same theme from the rest of the house, she replaced everything with natural materials; a wood bathtub with copper accents, a sink featuring local sandstone and wood, and a matching toilet. She also had plumbing added for a washing machine. Although she would have dearly loved a stackable unit, none were available. "I can hang clothes out to dry, I don't mind," she told John when their contractor told the pair fitting a dryer in would be impossible.
John and Jenny can't wait for the future in Sunset Valley, and already this town, and this lovely home, feel like the perfect home to start their future in.