Arivana

[Incognious 0]

Nice expansion, just love that you even use dutch style road signs looking forward to the next update

[Incognious 0]

Nice expansion, just love that you even use dutch style road signs looking forward to the next update

[Denux 0]

How do you fill in colors like that ? ( In the picture that says: Early Foundation - Next Steps ) It looks AMAZING ! Please tell me which software you used.

[Denux 0]

How do you fill in colors like that ? ( In the picture that says: Early Foundation - Next Steps ) It looks AMAZING ! Please tell me which software you used.

[Archangel_XTS 0]

Hi Denux,

I used Photoshop to create that picture, using paths to create the outline then work with transparencies and layer styles to get proper inner-glow.

[Archangel_XTS 0]

Hi Denux,

I used Photoshop to create that picture, using paths to create the outline then work with transparencies and layer styles to get proper inner-glow.

[Denux 0]

Okay, thank you I must say, i'm very critical to city journals, but this, this is one of the best Citiees XL 2011 journal so far Keep it up !

[Denux 0]

Okay, thank you I must say, i'm very critical to city journals, but this, this is one of the best Citiees XL 2011 journal so far Keep it up !

[Dale Kent 28]

That is one beautiful city layout! Well done!

[Dale Kent 28]

That is one beautiful city layout! Well done!

[Archangel_XTS 0]

UPDATE 9: West Midlands Complete & City Overview

It has been several months, and much political debate, since the first stone was placed, but today the latest chapter in Arivana's young history has been completed. With the completion of the West Midlands neighborhood, Arivana has reached close to 20.000 citizens. Not only does West Midlands offer more housing, it also includes a brand-new business-park for local SME's and for the first time there is agricultural development in Arivana.

The mayor and all members of government were present during the modest opening-ceremony. Even though the West Midlands area is a marvel of urban-planning, the local press was determined to focus on the conflict related to the secretary of industry and the secretary of labor and their demands for agricultural development. Regardless of the succesful resolution enabled trough the mayor's compromise, the press was set to revive the incident. One journalist even questioned the secretaries motives, suggesting their personal gain is the real reason behind their demands. The mayor would not have this day ruined by speculation and rumors, but it is unlikely that this topic will not come back sooner or later, time will tell. With a final presentation of the latest full city-overview, the day came to end, many leaving home with pride and satisfaction, except for one man and his concerns for the stability in Arivana.

[Archangel_XTS 0]

UPDATE 9: West Midlands Complete & City Overview

It has been several months, and much political debate, since the first stone was placed, but today the latest chapter in Arivana's young history has been completed. With the completion of the West Midlands neighborhood, Arivana has reached close to 20.000 citizens. Not only does West Midlands offer more housing, it also includes a brand-new business-park for local SME's and for the first time there is agricultural development in Arivana.

The mayor and all members of government were present during the modest opening-ceremony. Even though the West Midlands area is a marvel of urban-planning, the local press was determined to focus on the conflict related to the secretary of industry and the secretary of labor and their demands for agricultural development. Regardless of the succesful resolution enabled trough the mayor's compromise, the press was set to revive the incident. One journalist even questioned the secretaries motives, suggesting their personal gain is the real reason behind their demands. The mayor would not have this day ruined by speculation and rumors, but it is unlikely that this topic will not come back sooner or later, time will tell. With a final presentation of the latest full city-overview, the day came to end, many leaving home with pride and satisfaction, except for one man and his concerns for the stability in Arivana.

[Damastius 5]

Good job - I would love to see how this town expands and becomes a developed city.

[Damastius 5]

Good job - I would love to see how this town expands and becomes a developed city.

[Jesse Swiss 6]

me too, this is a promising Journal atm!

[Jesse Swiss 6]

me too, this is a promising Journal atm!

[jazyje 1]

Promising, but I would like to see more buildings oriented TOWARDS the roads at some point...

[jazyje 1]

Promising, but I would like to see more buildings oriented TOWARDS the roads at some point...

[Archangel_XTS 0]

Thanks for the comments everyone, well appreciated.

Jazyje, How should I orient the buildings towards the roads, do you mean the freeway and highways?

[Archangel_XTS 0]

Thanks for the comments everyone, well appreciated.

Jazyje, How should I orient the buildings towards the roads, do you mean the freeway and highways?

[jazyje 1]

Hey, well I see no buildings adjacent to any of the main roads --- which is typical for suburban development actually, ... I guess I'm itching to see more CBD of sorts... ?

[jazyje 1]

Hey, well I see no buildings adjacent to any of the main roads --- which is typical for suburban development actually, ... I guess I'm itching to see more CBD of sorts... ?

[Archangel_XTS 0]

I see what you mean. I think this is  dependant on the style of suburban development. It is actually quite common that suburban homes are placed away from the large roads. Most people do not prefer the noise, smell and sight of large- and busy roads.

[Archangel_XTS 0]

I see what you mean. I think this is  dependant on the style of suburban development. It is actually quite common that suburban homes are placed away from the large roads. Most people do not prefer the noise, smell and sight of large- and busy roads.

[jazyje 1]

I know. That's what makes your CJ very realistic. I just hope you can show us some downtown photos as well -- I know they would be of great quality considering the work you've shown off so far..

[jazyje 1]

I know. That's what makes your CJ very realistic. I just hope you can show us some downtown photos as well -- I know they would be of great quality considering the work you've shown off so far..

[Archangel_XTS 0]

UPDATE 10: Winding Heights

It was to be Arivana's finest hour; the completion of the first executive-grade neighborhood. Luxurious homes located within plenty of lush green nature. Customized fiscal agreements used to attract the latest- and most exclusive shops. Even the public services are abundantly available to the executive residents. Clearly, no cost have been spared to make Winding Heights the most attractive neighborhood as possible. Unfortunately, this development is quickly becoming the biggest failure in Arivana's young history.

Several months have passed and regardless of the great facilities and huge investment, many of the available lots remain empty. As criticism about the ineffective allocation of funds grows amongst the existing Arivinians, the mayor is reading the consultants' analysis on the failing expansion. The conclusions are no suprise nor complex, the solution on the other will challenge the young mayor to the maximum of his abilities. Attracting executive residents to Winding Heights will require further extensive investments from the government. It will be nearly impossible to convince the members of government, but the mayor knows further spending is the only way. Only time will tell exactly what this solution is and if the mayor will find success once more.

[Jesse Swiss 6]

nice, lots of large open parks

[Archangel_XTS 0]

UPDATE 11: Closing City Journal

Thanks for all the supportive comments, but I am closing this journal. Cities XL is simply too much for my laptop and as my city grows, so increases the risk of permanently damaging my laptop. Cheers all.

[Jorov-84 0]

(Hi fellow Dutchmen) This looks like one of the neatest cities around! You can clearly see some dutch city structure on a new found land (not living in The Netherlands?: for more info just search for 'Flevoland' in wkpedia)

Nee tegen ontpolderen! kan je weer zo'n stad bouwen, hehe ;-)