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Summer 2023: Where to Go, What to Do in Westchester County
Ahhhh, we made it, it’s summer! A magical time of longer days, big skies, and the magical twinkling of lightning bugs. Westchester County offers a tremendous amount of choices…
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Reupholster, or Buy New?
One question I get from both design and staging clients is about re-upholstery. A favorite piece has seen better days. The fabric is outdated or worn, or it’s just been…
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The Refreshed Home: Before and After Pics Part One
Besides results, The Refreshed Home’s best deliverable in design and listing prep work is peace of mind…. but let’s face it, pictures start the conversation. So welcome to the inaugural…
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5 Reasons to Use Rental Furniture When Selling
TRH believes it’s better to consider home staging as the overall thoughtful process of preparing a property for sale, with the use of rental furniture as one option in that process.
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“What’s the Most Challenging Space You’ve Ever Worked On?”
Hiring a design or home staging consultant is kind of a big deal. Our homes are our sacred spaces, and it’s natural to feel resistance speaking with a stranger about…
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Buying Upholstery: Part One, the Inner Game
Buying upholstery? Measurable things like how it’s made and how much it costs get the most press. We’re fluent in color and style, yet still hesitate or stall. Sound familiar?…
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Buying Upholstery Part Two: It’s a Lot Like Buying Underwear
There’s a lot at stake when buying upholstery. Most do this rarely, and only when they have to. In my almost 30 years of working in retail design I’ve…
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On Process and Purpose
At my very first RESACon ohsomany years ago, a woman named Abby Vasek was one of the keynote speakers. Process and purpose was her topic. Tall and slender, she channeled…
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Less AI, More EI
Even in our loud and noisy world, the seemingly sudden immersion of AI into our everyday lives has stood out. In February two tech-savvy guys who make a living making…
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Coloring Your World: Make Yellow Your Friend
Welcome back to Coloring Your World, where we look at fun bits of info, and the psychology of the colors that surround and influence us. Rounding out the primary colors,…
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– Susan Sachs, Chappaqua
After Marie staged our house, we had second thoughts about leaving. Couldn't believe we live here.
– Paula and Roger, Hastings-on-Hudson
I don’t always like deferring to experts, but my investment was paid back approximately 20:1.
– Thor Mann, Croton-on-Hudson
Marie has a skill set that is professional and gentle. She removes a homeowner's stress and feeling of being overwhelmed.
– Bonnie Stein, Julia B Fee, Rye
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– Barry Zelin, Ardsley
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– Charlotte and Hal, Ardsley
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– Sandy McCormick Sleepy Hollow
I'm very thankful for Marie's excellent suggestions, from paint colors to floor finishes. We had 3 offers and sold above the asking price!
– George Casale, Bronxville
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– Lesa Rader
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– Nan F., White Plains
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– Karen Dreher, New Rochelle