Sims 4 - 10 tips to become a professional Sims 4 builder

26 June 2023, 08:12 / by Tom Schwiha
Sims 4 - 10 tips to become a professional Sims 4 builder

Welcome to the world of building in The Sims 4

As a passionate player of The Sims 4, you surely know how entertaining and challenging building houses and other structures can be. However, sometimes we need a little inspiration or help to take our creations to the next level. That's why we've compiled a list of ten tips to help you become a professional Sims 4 builder.

The top 10 tips for aspiring pro-builders

Here's an overview of the ten helpful tips we've put together for you. Check them out and give them a try – you might discover a trick or two that revolutionizes your building in The Sims 4.

1. Platforms (Ground Levels)

Create rooms with different heights to give your house a completely new atmosphere. By playing with different platforms, you can make your buildings more interesting and varied.

2. Moveobjects Cheat

Type "bb.moveobjects" into the command menu to be able to place objects anywhere in the game. This allows you greater flexibility in designing your rooms and lets you create more creative designs.

3. Clean Roof Design

Segment the roof and adjust the length of the sections to achieve a more professional look. This way you can create different roof shapes and give your building an individual look.

4. Floating Objects Cheat

With the "bb.moveobjects" cheat activated and the "Ctrl+9" key combination, you can place objects freely on tables or shelves. This allows you to decorate your rooms more precisely and make them look more realistic.

5. Unlock All Career Furniture

Type "bb.ignoregameplayunlocksentitlement" into the command menu to unlock all career-related furniture. This way you have access to all The Sims 4 furniture and can make your buildings even more individual.

6. Show Hidden Objects

Type "bb.showhiddenobjects" into the command menu to unlock additional decoration objects. This gives you access to many hidden objects that are otherwise only available in certain game modes or situations.

7. Resize Objects

Use the square brackets ([, ]) to scale decoration objects such as plants or pictures. This way you can adjust the size of the objects and give your rooms that certain something.

8. Individual Floor Design

Rotate floor tiles with the "<" and ">" keys or use "Ctrl+F" to select triangular floor segments and create individual patterns. With this technique, you can design creative and unique floors that make your buildings even more interesting.

9. Shelf Cheat

Use the floating object cheat (Ctrl+9) to place items on shelves or cabinets that do not have designated places for objects. This makes your rooms look even more realistic and well-equipped.

10. Sunroof

Create a custom sunroof by dividing the roof into sections and using a transparent middle section. This creates a cozy atmosphere in the outdoor area and gives your building a modern flair.

Now you are well equipped to create impressive creations in The Sims 4. We wish you lots of fun trying out these tips and hope they will help you become a professional Sims 4 builder. Good luck!

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