Object Placement & Furniture Management

Once you have buildings constructed, the placement and management of furniture, machines, and objects within those spaces becomes crucial for creating functional, comfortable environments for your Seedlings.

How Object Placement Works

The placement system tracks the exact position and rotation of every object you place. This precision matters because Seedlings interact with objects based on their specific location and orientation. A bed placed in the wrong direction might not provide the comfort benefits you're expecting, while a machine positioned poorly could create workflow bottlenecks.

Placement Controls

When placing objects, you can use several controls to get precise positioning:

• Left-click items and select "Move" to enter placement mode
• Use the Properties App to access building inventory and select "Place" option
• Blue indicators show valid placement locations, red indicates invalid positioning

Strategic Placement Considerations

Place objects where they'll be most useful for intended activities. Think about workflow optimization by organizing furniture and equipment for efficient Seedling movement. Consider both functional positioning and aesthetic coordination to create visually appealing arrangements that enhance room atmosphere.

Sound consideration is also important - position noisy equipment away from quiet areas and bedrooms to maintain good room environments for your Seedlings.

Object Durability & Maintenance

Every placed object in SEED has a durability system that directly affects functionality. Objects become unusable when their durability is completely depleted, making maintenance a critical part of building management.

Understanding Durability

The durability system uses a simple "uses remaining" counter. Each time a Seedling interacts with an object, it loses one point of durability. Different objects have different maximum durability values - chairs last for exactly 100 uses, while other furniture and machinery have durability ratings based on their complexity and construction quality.

When Objects Need Repair

Objects become eligible for repair when their durability drops below 50% of their maximum value. You don't have to wait until they're completely broken - proactive maintenance keeps your society running smoothly and prevents sudden equipment failures.

The Repair Process

To mark an object for repair, right-click on it and select "Mark for Repair." This flags the object for your Seedlings who have repair skills to prioritize it during their work activities.

The repair system integrates with your Seedlings' activity scheduling. When objects are marked for repair, Seedlings with appropriate skills will add repair tasks to their daily routines. They'll gather any necessary materials and complete the maintenance work during their assigned work periods.

Managing Placed Objects

Once objects are placed, you can manage them through the context menu system. Right-clicking on placed objects gives you several options:

Inspect - View detailed information about the object, including its durability status, activities it supports, and current condition. This helps you understand both the functional state and the contribution each object makes to your building's environment.

Manage Building - Access building-level controls for larger structures and systems. This connects individual object management to broader building operations.

Mark for Repair - Flag objects that need maintenance, as described in the repair process above.

Object Construction - Access construction-related options for the selected object, allowing for modifications or upgrades when available.

Maintenance Strategy

Successful object management requires thinking ahead about maintenance needs. Instead of waiting for objects to break, establish regular inspection routines to identify items approaching their repair thresholds.

Create dedicated time slots in your community schedule for maintenance activities. This ensures that repair work happens consistently rather than creating crisis situations when multiple objects fail simultaneously.

Keep repair materials and tools readily available near areas with high object density. This reduces the time Seedlings spend gathering resources for maintenance tasks and keeps repair schedules on track.

Consider the skill requirements for different maintenance tasks when planning your workforce development. Ensuring you have Seedlings trained in repair activities prevents maintenance backlogs that can cripple your society's functionality.

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