Windemere | Announcement

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"W2"

[Jack³ 291]

Windemere 2?

[vivapanda 422]

Is it back?

[simlink 1,098]

"W2"

Jack3oh3

Perhaps...

vivapanda

It just may be...

[dylan88 5]

Woohoo!!

[SimCoug 5,972]

It's hard enough for me updating one cj, I dont know how you do it! Looking forward to it!

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COMPLETELY NEW REGION. COMPLETELY NEW LOOK. WELCOME TO WINDEMERE 2.0!

After a long hiatus, Windemere is back as entirely different region. After getting stuck in the "old" Windemere and work progressing quickly on Holt District, I felt maybe a complete change in direction would be needed for Windemere. So I am starting completely fresh in a region. This time around, this CJ will focus more on what I'm working on in the region as opposed to storylines, though those will occasionally pop-in time to time.

Due to RL and Holt District, Windemere2.0 won't be frequently updated like the original Windemere or Holt Disitrct is. Though I won't forget about it either, there will be teasers and updates, etc. when I disappear from here.

Now, let's get on to the first Windemere2.0 update - but continuing from earlier numbering, welcome to Update 65!

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65.1 | Something different you can see immediately - mountains! This version of Windemere is indeed not flat... and can get quite hilly, actually...

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65.2 | And there are a lot of different types of trees, too. Imagine that!

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65.3 | Of course, Windemere 2.0 won't be completely nature-related. That's just not my style.

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"Bob has just pulled into work in his white truck. He could here the wooshing of the 4 wind-turbines he controls. The first of a giant wind energy project in Windemere, these were the first 4 turbines constructed. When completed some say there will be over 200, others say 50. Some don't know these 4 exist, nor the dirt road that leads to the area..."

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REPLIES

dylan88

Updates won't be regular, but I hope you enjoyed this first one.

SimCoug

Windemere won't be updated regularly like HD, though I will try to at least post pictures once and a while. This is more like a side project for me.

[Schulmanator 5,787]

I like hills! Bring on 2.0!

[Jack³ 291]

Beautiful!

[Legobuilder123 24]

Woah, I like this new look. Looking foward to it,

[emperordaniel 1,281]

Windemere 2.0! It looks great so far

[vivapanda 422]

Windermere is back Good to see some hills!

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UPDATE 66 - WINDEMERE2.0

Well, like mentioned Windemere2.0 is now more of a side project for myself, but it is nonetheless still going. After about a month, I finally have another update! Today we are going to a small town known as Kosona. With a population of around 5000, it is a small quaint town. Dependent largely on its small industrial park, the town has been stagnant for many years. But the recent addition of a distribution centre for a large retailer may change things. Only time will tell...

For now, let's just go see what's up in the town present-day.

On with the show!

66.1 | Nestled just off the Mountain Parkway, Kosona certainly isn't huge. Like mentioned, it has a population of about 5000. The recent addition of a distribution centre for a large retailer has led to some construction in the residential neighbourhoods.

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66.2 | The centre of town isn't extremely impressive, but is certainly a fair size given the town's population.

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66.3 | Here is the previously mentioned industrial park. It has grown slowly since the town's founding.

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66.4 | This area of town is affectionately known as "Pond Dip." This is thanks to the dip in the road and the obvious ponds. The town recently completed a cement pathway around the largest pond, making it a great place to go for an afternoon walk.

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66.4 | Of course, what would an update be without a close-up of a giant wind turbine?

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REPLIES

Schulmanator

No focus on hills today, but glad you are as enthusiastic as I am for 2.0

jack3oh3

Thanks!

Legobuilder123

Thanks, hopefully you enjoyed the small town of today's update.

emperordaniel

Sometimes a complete restart is in order... things seem to be going well so far!

vivapanda

Yes it is! No massive hills today, but small ones.

[emperordaniel 1,281]

Giant wind turbines are a staple of Windemere updates, aren't they?

[vivapanda 422]

Great to see it's fully returned!

It still has the same feeling of the good ol' windemere.

[simlink 1,098]

Silly RL, making it hard to post Windemere 2.0 and Holt District Updates.

So for now, a teaser.

Besides, who doesn't love a shot of wind turbines and a highway... on a cliff?!

[SimCoug 5,972]

Silly RL indeed

Looking forward to your future updates in both journals.

[Jack³ 291]

I've missed a few updates. I hope you return soon!

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UPDATE 67: SMALL-TOWN EXPANSION

Welcome to another Windemere update! I know it has been a while, but I decided once again to change regions. This time I am returning to a good ol'-fashioned sandbox region. Today's update examines a small town undergoing an expansion, so there are some pictures of the current town and some of the new developments. Let's go have a looksee.

67.1 | One arrives to this small-town of 5000 by rail or highway. Here we see the rail line snake through the forested area, going past the large windmill and office building.

67.2 | Not too far away is the centre of town. Centred around this major intersection, the heart of the town is home to the Food Lion Plaza, Wally K's Bullseye and a small Red Lobster restaurant.

67.3 | These 2 office buildings provide the majority of employment for the area,. The large rectangular building houses WinFinance, famous for their slogan "With us, you win financially." The other building houses Pico Insurance, Ltd. - a medium-sized insurance company.

67.4 | Many of the younger professionals and new couples move into these spacious condominium units, constructed within the past year.

67.5 | For families, these homes under construction are a popular choice. Surrounded by forest, these homes-to-be will be in a highly sought-after area.

These images give you a taste of what's to come now that I have moved back to a new sandbox region. I'm excited to get back to sandbox building, in addition to progressive building in Holt District. I hope you enjoyed these pics, and see you until next time!

REPLIES:

emperordaniel

They certainly are. There's one in this update as well, of course.

vivapanda

Me too! It's nice having 2 CJ's, allows more variation in your building style.

SimCoug

It has finally cleared up enough to let me update both HD and Windemere. Hope you enjoyed!

Jack3oh3

Well, it wasn't soon but I am back!

Until next time!

[coolwiththecool2 827]

nice!

[RepublicMaster 428]

Wow I love this town! It has inspired me to play SC4 now! I like those mid-rises where did you get them from?

[Benedict 3,119]

[Benedict 3,119]

Congratulations!

[packersfan 666]

Cool new look, but the same Sim_Link style. Love it. And love the new logo.

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UPDATE 68: WARM FALL DAY

It's a warm fall day in Windemere today. Although it may not be in the real world, who said CJ's have to follow the real world?   

We're back in the same small town and take a look at some new developments occurring as well as some of the awesome fall colours.

68.1 | Some new residential condos are under construction here, nestled between an office complex and distribution centre for Lowe's. 

68.2 | This new subdivision popped up when several new office buildings were completed in the area, brining with it an increase in the number of jobs.

 

68.3 | King Food Stores relocated its corporate HQ to the small town, as did Benefinance. This has jump started the housing market in the area. Many new projects are currently in the planning phases.

68.4 | The subdivision we looked at in the last update has since been completed. Here it is in its finished glory. Looks very pretty with the fall colours surrounding it.

68.5 | More offices. These house professional services, including a  medium-sized accounting firm and law firm.

 

 

68.6 | There aren't many people on this highway now. But there will probably be someday as more people move to this sleepy town.

 

 

 

That's all for today! Thanks for visiting Windemere, we hope to see you again soon!

Come back again soon as we visit our sleepy town once again to see how its grown.

 

REPLIES:

TayMay27

Thanks!

RepublicMaster

Happy to be an influence/inspiration! Those were on the STEX. I don't recall their name currently.

I'll try and get back to you.

Benedict

Thanks for the card - and the #4 spot! Quite an accomplishment considering the second half of the year Windemere was all but dead.

packersfan

Thanks! Holt District has definitely influenced the big changes from Windemere 1.0 to 2.0 - but the classic elements are still there. 

Hope to see you around some more!

Until next time!

[Schulmanator 5,787]

Woo hoo! It's baaaaaaaaaack!

[coolwiththecool2 827]

Nice colors! Love 68.3 and 68.4!

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UPDATE 69: HEADING NORTHWARD

Today we're heading north to the countryside. Filled with farms and a few scattered houses, this area is home to a lot of natural beauty.

The fall colours are quite spectacular, with farmhands on deck for the harvest season. Tourists motor through the area for beautiful fall colours.

69.1 | Farmers busy at work harvesting and preparing the field for winter.

69.2 | This fields finds itself nestled between 2 spectacular rows of trees with vibrant fall colours.

 

69.3 | Further to the west we come across the small street which leads to some farms. But before you reach the fields you pass by a few houses, including these two.

69.4 | This apple orchard will be humming with more activity soon as the workers harvest the produce for farmers markets and commercial distributors.

A small section will also be open for pick-your own.

69.5 | Despite the large windmill, some people in their travels stop in this area and make their way through the trees to catch a glimpse of the water.

 

 

69.6 | Some tourists stop in town for lunch and small items they may need for their travels, or for the ride back home to the city after a Sunday drive.

The residents here are known for their friendliness and hospitality. The local B&B is rate the top in the province for service.

 

 

 

That's all for today! Thanks for visiting Windemere, we hope to see you again soon!

Come back again soon as we continue our tour through the farming countryside.

 

Schulmanator

Activity here is sporadic, but it's still going strong!

TayMay27

Thanks! Hope you liked today's colours too.

 

Until next time!

[coolwiththecool2 827]

nice update, the third and fourth pics really catch my eye!

[Schulmanator 5,787]

Looking good! I like the windmill