Once we get onto our new servers (anyday now, hopefully) and we’re under a new, much needed design (the whole site needs a complete overhaul IMO) then I’m going to start to focus on other areas of this site – programs, tutorials, etc. I’ve been straying away from the main point of this site due to restraints in server space, and pages have been degraded. They are due for a much needed upgrade.
Getting back on topic here, Tom Thigpen put together a huge guide on house building tips for The Sims 3 over at Carl’s Sims 3 Guides. It’s mostly split into two sections (Although there are a few more) – Beginners and Intermediate. If you are new to the game or you suck at laying out houses like I do, give those links a look.
Also, you may want to check out Carl’s Gardening Guide while you are there for landscaping ideas!