Category Archives: Accessorizing

April 2016 Featured Before & After

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This is from the same house in the last post.  Before the red accent paint and draperies were a little jarring for buyers.  The custom wallpaper mural was too personal.  And the traditional rug with the traditional furniture was a little overwhelming for a more contemporary buyer.
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The mural was removed, the red got painted neutral, the red draperies removed and the traditional rug replaced with a more contemporary one. With this room right inside the front door, this is a much better first impression!
And a few more after pictures of the rest of the house:
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December 2015 Featured Before & After

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We did a consultation for this home that had been on the market for a very long time.  To help the home appeal to the less traditional buyer, we had them paint the walls a warm grey which showed off the white trim and mantle. Instead of differentiating the traditional inset details, we had them paint the whole wall the same color.  We also eliminated the extra rug and some art and accessories to show off the beautiful wood floor and give a simplified feeling.  It sold right away!
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October 2015 Featured Before & After

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This bathroom is the from the same home as the bedroom in the last post.  Before, the colors were very uniform and the accent blue tile seemed out of place.  By using a richer wall color, we created a contrast with the tile and woodwork to show it off.  Then adding blue art and accessories, we made the accent tile an integral part of the space.
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October 2015 Staging Tip of the Month

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The buyers of your home will most likely use the master bedroom, so spend your time and money making it look the nicest of all the bedrooms.

Before, this room was okay, but we wanted it to feel even more inviting and serene.  A little softer color on the wall, a seating area and the pale blues in the bedding, lamps, pillows and art all work wonders.  The biggest transforming piece however, was the draperies which add both height and softness to the room!

September 2015 Staging Tip of the Month

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Stage your home long before you sell!  This gives you the opportunity to enjoy it while you are living there and do less work during the stress of selling your home when that time comes.

The homeowner had some great pieces to start with, but the room lacked interest and color.  Now the extra chairs, pillows and draperies add color and interest.  The darker tables add richness and elegance.