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Build & Buy
Rooms, routing, roofs, starter houses and Gallery lots.
13 entriesReviewed 2026-10-27
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BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyBuild Mode Fundamentals
Build Mode is the toolset for placing rooms, walls, flooring, furniture and decorations.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyRoom Layout and Routing
Sims need walkable routes between doors, furniture and interaction points.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyWalls and Rooms
Walls define enclosed spaces, doors and many object placements.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyFoundations and Platforms
Foundations and platforms control building elevation and split-level appearance.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyDoors and Windows
Doors control access while windows affect appearance and room design.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyRoofs and Roof Pieces
Roof shapes can be placed and adjusted independently in Build Mode.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyStairs and Ladders
Stairs connect floors and ladders can offer compact vertical routes where supported.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyKitchens and Bathroom Design
Kitchens and bathrooms need usable objects, clear routing and affordable placement.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyLighting and Room Mood
Lighting placement makes rooms functional and visually distinct.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyTerrain and Landscaping
Terrain tools adjust outdoor elevations, paints and lot landscaping.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyPools and Outdoor Areas
Outdoor amenities support exercise, parties and elaborate lot themes.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyGallery Lots and Rooms
Gallery uploads can accelerate building or inspire alternate layouts.
BASE / GENERAL · Build BuyBuilding on a Budget
Budget-constrained houses favor essentials and practical room sizes.
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