Well, that might be part of the problem.  I'm not sure how lightwave does groups.  Lightwave works on layers, much like Photoshop.  So, I would assume that condensing all layers into one in Lightwave would be like "grouping" in other programs.

The program I used to get the obj into SimPE was DAZ Studio (free from Daz3d.com).  

My head is spinning here.  I want to create things that everyone can use and enjoy, and I feel that I am capable of doing so.  But I'm battling several things at once...new software (lightwave), simpe, and obj importing issues.  I'm close to giving up, but I'm not there yet.

Okay, so I created a sofa and figured out a way for SimPE to accept my Lightwave created obj file by converting it w/ another 3d software.  Great!

I go through the tutorial "The Sims 2 Start to Finish" and get all the way through.  Now, when I check in game, the object isn't complete...only the bottom cushions show up.  That's cool, except the frame and the rear cushions of the couch aren't there.  I have no idea what I've done wrong here...I'm making progress though.

Any ideas?

I'm curious if there are any Lightwave users around here.  I have been out of modeling for awhile since I couldn't afford a new copy of Max.  I now have lightwave 3d 9.  I have tried following the tutorials for milkshape and relating them to Lightwave, but I cannot get my new mesh into simpe.

Thanks

An Artisim Homes Original.

Many thanks to those listed below...

Edge Smoother 2 Wood - by Alias
OFB Story Fence in Whitest Clean - by Ailias
Modern Glass Fences - by Ailias
Exterior Lamp - by 4ESF
Pool Ladder - 4ESF
Diving Board - 4ESF
JS - IronVictorianFence - by JS
Eclectic Expressions Set - by Macarossi
Eclectic Expressions Window - by Macarossi
Flat Faced Column - by DML (couldn't remember where I got this)
Lafenetre Window Short - by Windkeeper
Defiant Iron Gate - by Brasstex
Seamless WallWindow - by Numernor
Stairs - www.thingsforsims.de
ziiz Dongle Arch - by ziiz (couldn't remember where I got this)

*NOTE*  I have tried to give proper credit to everyone who's custom downloads appear in this lot and to my knowledge all items are approved for lot uploading.  However, I am human and I have a ton of downloads...if for some reason I neglected to credit you and/or you do not wish for your download to be included, please notify me immediately and I will remove the product.

That said...

3 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
Open ceiling entry
3 Car garage
Pool
Complete landscaping
Default wall and floor textures
Outdoor lighting included

The third level is just for show.

EPs I use:  Nightlife, University, Open for Business  (There are several OFB objects, thus OFB is required)

enjoy!!

An Artisim Homes Original, by SimSchnaps

Artisim Homes Brick Manor

Cost: $183.098
Files Size: 1.9M unzipped.
Lot Size: 5x5
Furnished: No
Features: 4 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, front & rear wood decks, swimming pool, open ceiling front entry, 4 fireplaces, 2 car garage, landscaping and outdoor lighting. Large and very spacious home.

Feedback is encouraged, let me know if you like it.

SimSchnaps