Lattica, Hemstead :: The River City

[johnboy12 0]

Well looking forward ot the next update and hope things can continue with the diary good stuff mate

[Shadow Assassin 336]

Sounds great, what you're doing, hope it works out for the better.

Welcome to Page 4.

[jacqulina 162]

you are welcome i love your work i wish i could do half of what you have done

[wks2003x 0]

 

johnboy12: Thanks!  And sorry for making you guys wait a while for the next update...the timing had to be right.

Shadow_Assassin: Hopefully it will work out pretty well.  Lattica's site will be quite different from Caspen's old website.  I'm planning on making Lattica's site much simpler...maybe sticking to maps and screenshots...just enough to make the CJ easier to understand.  It'll be there just for visitors to refer to from time to time.

jaqulina: It's not so hard to do what I do...just takes a little time, patience, and all these other wonderful city builders out there to give good suggestions and let you know when you screw things up.

everyone: Sorry for the wait...another update is here!  It's kind of scattered across the map this time too so I apologize in advance for that.  Enjoy!

 

Lattica Ups the Ante:

City tries to attract younger generations with smarter growth, hip loft living

 

Hemstead State University has quickly become one of SimNation's leading universities.  Its top-ranking programs draw sims from all over the nation...but HSU grads usually leave the city after graduation.  Lattica wants to change that.

 

Downtown Lattica

Cleaner streets and less crime is the goal downtown.  The city's busy business hub is becoming more popular than in recent years, but city officials still want to remind sims that it's not just a place to work; it's also a great place to live.

 

Downtown Lattica boasts a modern gleaming skyline.

 

The Lofts at Downtown are conveniently located downtown.  The community is also within walking distance to many office towers and a short bus ride to work via LATA (Lattica Area Transit Authority).

 

The new Central Park is now downtown.  The park adds to downtown's appeal and gives sims a natural place to play in the middle of Lattica's paved paradise.

 

Midtown Lattica

Somewhere between Downtown and Uptown, a new growth began to take place...so the city named it Midtown.

 

Lattica just got another major business district.

 

Midtown is where the old meets the new.  It features the kind of classy urban living that only downtown could offer before, but Midtown has the gorgeous Chastain River in its backyard.

 

Towne Park: Midtown's Premiere Urban Community.

Towne Park features hip lofts, townhouses and single-family homes in the middle of the city.

 

It's not about any kind of growth, it's about smart growth.

 

Northwest Davidson County

For sims looking for a little more space in the city, Northwest Lattica is an ideal destination.

 

Consider it one of the most densely packed suburban areas in SimNation.  Planners were right when they anticipated growth along the Northwest Expressway corridor.

 

With the flight of sims to Springfield County, Uptown's growth is slowing down...for now.

 

East Davidson County

Unlike Northwest Davidson County, East Davidson County was able to escape the density of the city...so much that the new East Davidson Mall was built.

 

This is currently the only mall in the entire Lattica area.

 

The Lofts at Riverside: Live, Work, and Play in East-Central Davidson County.

The community features lofts and apartments in a beautifully wooded community where Central Park once stood.  Planners are hoping large urban communities like this one will attract the younger generation of sims that Lattica desires.

 

Town Center at Riverside is under construction.  It will serve as the Riverside community's commercial district with retail and office space.

 

East Davidson Road was finally widened and renamed East Davidson Parkway.

 

New communities are still springing up across East Davidson County.

 

The Central Heamstead Industrial District was recently expanded.  More jobs mean more growth...who knows what's next.

 

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So what's really next for Lattica?  I have no idea.  We'll see what happens.  I'm still trying to work on creating a realistic slum but it doesn't seem to fit anywhere in the city right now.  tried the westside...maybe I'll check out the southside.   Hope you enjoyed the update!  Look out for more later!

[Shadow Assassin 336]

Lattica's turning out quite nicely, and it's beginning to bulk out a little. Though, you would need to fix up those seawalls, there's a section there which is sticking out a bit too much, obstructing traffic on the river. While I don't like that hospital, I like what you have done with it, maybe just fix the lot up a little, it doesn't fit in with the general ambience of Lattica.

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those were some real nice pictures in the past updates

 

AK

[kingofsimcity 5,740]

Hello wks2003x.

I haven't really seen this CJ yet, although I do remember posting near the beginning, now I am addicted. My jaw is beginning diplomating relations wth the floor again.

Great city, keep it up.

 

Regards

[frogface 354]

looks great

[jacqulina 162]

awesome you have done excellent work,very pretty,i like the night pic

[wks2003x 0]

Shadow_Assassin: I'm working on the seawall...that section is a little difficult to work on because of the bridge but I'll see if I can reduce the part that's sticking out without causing too much damage.  I was afraid the Newman Memorial Hospital would have to either face modifications or be tossed aside.  And considering I'm not too talented with the lot editor, I may have to find a replacement hospital.

aleking: Thanks! Glad you like them!

kingofsimcity: Welcome back and I'm glad you still like the CJ.  Don't be a stranger.

frogface: Thank you.

jacqulina: look for more night pics later!

 

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And now, here's some of the latest 'work-in-progress' pics:

 

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Lattica's new convention center

 

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Southside: the city's first slum.

 

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keep em coming looks really nice

[wks2003x 0]

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aleking: Thanks and here's another update for ya...

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Nestled in the forests of northeast Davidson County lies yet another quality Rozier Homes community.  North Highlands features a variety of homesites from traditional sized lots to estate home lots.

 

From Lattica, take I-65 north to I-265 north.  Exit right at Brantley Rd. [Exit 8]. Turn left onto Northside Dr.  North Highlands entrance is .5 miles on the right.

 

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Move into a Charleston style bungalow...

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...or how about your dream suburban estate?

 

 

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North Highlands is another one of Lattica's largest communities.

 

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A beautifully landscaped entrance welcomes you home.

 

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Meet neighbors and enjoy upscale community living at the clubhouse.

 

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Enjoy recreation at the community's private lake.

 

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Traditional homes to be built on these lots are priced from the 200s.

 

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New estate homes will be priced from the 400s.

 

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North Highlands has easy access to all the conveniences of the city.  Follow Northside Dr. west to excellent shopping, dining, and Uptown.  I-265 provides a fast link to Downtown Lattica.  North Highlands is also only a few minutes away from the Central Hemstead Industrial District.

[jacqulina 162]

awesome updates as usual,i will look out for more night pics,great use of pegs things,such pretty pics

[flrscf 0]

I like this CJ, wks2003x! I really enjoy it. You are an expert in making suburbs. You gave me some nice ideas. Thank you for that.

[Shadow Assassin 336]

Great job.

These ponds seem to fit in better with that cultivated, suburban look, don't you think?

[wks2003x 0]

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Coming Soon  :: Meade County

 

 

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jacqulina: Thanks so much for your continued interest in Lattica.  You've followed my cj's for a very long time and I certainly appreciate it.

flrscf: I have to admit I have more fun building suburbs.  I'm glad my cj helped you out...it give my cj a little more of a purpose.  Thank You!

Shadow_Assassin: I agree!  I wanted to try placing the ponds in rural areas but they work much better in the suburban areas.  BTW, I haven't posted in  Dynasty lately but I will...and I'm still lovin' it.

Everyone: I hope you liked my little teaser for Meade County.  As you can see, it will be one of Lattica's more affluent suburbs.  More to come later!

[jacqulina 162]

awesome night pic,very nice effect on the other lovely pics,great work,and i am enjoying visiting your awesome cj,thankyou

[oroen 0]

Ah... these promotional advertisements are excellent. From the blurry picture, Lattica Hwy looks interesting and I'm looking forward to seeing it in context. I really like the landscaping in North Highlands. A nicely growing metropolis overall, and continuing to hold my attention.

[Shadow Assassin 336]

Meade County... good job.

Ah, those tarmac highways. They look great there.

[kingofsimcity 5,740]

Very beautiful updates...I love the way you built the city!

[pikatchoum 2]

OMG  what an impressive,stuning transportation netxork [:0] ,I've nerver seen taht before

i can't describe,it's...it's just amazing...

 

[alexr15 2]

Pure awesomeness!  

 

Oh yea, where did you get that strip of trees and lights that run down the center of Lattica Highway?

[MayorTim 16]

Well, I have finally added your journal to my sig. That last update was awesome, and I hope you continue this journal much longer than Caspen 2.

[newyorkrunaway1 110]

great cj!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[flrscf 0]

Wow nice pictures! I like the photoshopeffect. Well done and keep it up!

[wks2003x 0]

 

jacqulina: Thanks!  Glad to have you.

oroen: Thank You.  Good news...you'll get to see all of Lattica Highway today!  And I'm glad you like the metro...I wonder just how big Lattica's going to get?

Shadow_Assassin: I gotta admit, the asphalt highways look better.  Even though there are plenty of concrete highways where I'm from, asphalt highways are much more prevalent.

kingofsimcity: Thanks.  Lattica loves you, too.

pikachoum: You can say I'm not pleased with the road/highway options that came with the game, so I try to be as creative as possible when it comes to road layouts.

 alexr15: The medians are Marrast's Avenue Dividers.  You can find them in the STEX .

MayorTim: Wow.  It really is an honor to see my CJ in your signature.  And I can promise you that Lattica's CJ will last longer than Caspen's.  I'm much more pleased with how the city is turning out.  Many thanks to you, man!

Everyone: [:0] Whoa!  I don't think I've gotten that strong of a response since Lattica started.  So let me take the time to say thanks to everyone...for the compliments, the criticisms, the suggestions, etc.  Believe it or not, you guys are playing a huge part in what's shaping Lattica.  There's so much more to come.  Expect even more suburban counties to crop up as well as the completion of I-70.  The website's still a big work-in-progress and it's taking longer to develop than expected.  Nonetheless, the city-journal continues full speed ahead.  Welcome to Meade County, everyone!

 

Lattica's Northern Spread Continues; Meade County Blossoms into Upscale Bedroom Community

 

 

As sims flock away from the city and into the suburbs, northern counties continue to prosper.  Sadly, Lattica-Davidson County faces its first population decline in decades.  Fortunately, metro population is up to 160,000.

 

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With the growth of Meade County, Lattica continues to expand in land-mass and highway mileage.

 

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As the satellite view indicates, Lattica is finally starting to become a big city.

 

 

 

Welcome to Meade County

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Meade County is home to over 16,000 sims.  The county consists of one city, Brantley (the county seat), and one unincorporated town, Edgewater.

 

 

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As Brantley grew, city officials decided to form a city core to reduce traffic on I-265 and bring more money back into Meade County.  Even after the formation of the city's bustling downtown area, rapid growth stayed two steps ahead.  Even now more than half of Meade County commutes to Lattica daily and clogs the city's highways.

 

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Downtown Brantley is strangely dense for a suburban city; and it's even beginning to compete with neighboring Springfield County.

 

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Meade Medical Center

 

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Lattica Highway/I-70 Interchange

Lattica Highway was constructed as an alternative route to Lattica.  It begins in North Meade County where it splits from I-265.  It curves south and east around downtown Brantley to South Meade County.  In Davidson County, the extra-wide avenue narrows to a standard avenue and becomes Brantley Rd.

 

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Lattica Highway/I-265 Interchange

 

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Lattica Highway/Perimeter Connector

 

The Perimeter Connector provides a fast link between Downtown Brantley and Springfield County.

 

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Perimeter Connector/Meade Pkwy. Interchange

 

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Modern lofts are even finding their way to this suburban community.

 

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Single-family homes with incredible views of Brantley's hills are quite popular.

 

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Edgewater

 

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Sims from Lattica's northern suburbs quickly tired of the long drive to East Davidson Mall.  As a result, Edgewater is now a shopping mecca for this side of town.

 

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Sims from Brantley, Milton, and Uptown Lattica frequently visit the Edgewater Mall.

 

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Restaurants are also wildly popular in the area.

 

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Beyond the mall, new retail developments are springing up along Edgewater Pkwy.

 

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Intersection of Meade Pkwy. and Edgewater Pkwy.

 

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Where Edgewater Pkwy. meets I-265, hotels are springing up to accomodate sims looking for an overnight stay.

 

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Edgewater has amazing views of the Chastain River.

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great update it all looks real good i love thoser corner rise lots too

[Traffic_Jam 0]

A work of art, a very nice region

[oroen 0]

Nice use of the new NAM puzzle pieces, especially with the interchanges of the Perimeter with Meade Pkwy and Lattica Hwy.

[Shadow Assassin 336]

Getting better and better all the time. Admittedly, Brantley's d/t looks a bit too dense for a city of its size, but that's about it.

I like the use ofthe new NAM pieces, too