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Fads and Trends: Where They Come From, and Why They Matter
Calling something a fad or trend isn’t a complement. Used dismissively, it suggests a short-sighted, insignificant, or immature choice. As a stager and a decorator I guide clients on making…
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…
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,…
Field Guide of Furniture Sizes for Downsizers, Buyers and Renters
New rental housing construction abounds here in southern Westchester, with New Rochelle and White Plains leading the field. Realtor (and my candidate for unofficial Mayor of White Plains) Nick Wolff…
How to Make Mattress Shopping Easier
It’s prime time for mattress shopping! Big sales are coming, timed to coincide with when most consumers buy: right after they come back from a vacation. (After sleeping on a…
Yes, I Do Windows
Yes, I do windows. Actually, I do a lot of windows! They’re an important piece of a room’s real estate, so whether you’re a design or staging client, what your…
Why Working with TRH is Like Wearing Your Favorite Black Pants
Analogies help us understand something unfamiliar by comparing it with something close to us. Here we parallel TRH-style’s of Design and Listing Prep with your favorite pair of black…
FAQs: Why White Walls are the Kiss of Death in Listing Photos
Selling, or looking to snazz up your Westchester County property? Believe TRH: 99% of the time, white walls are the kiss of death. Consider: The science of it is the…
Everyone Starts Somewhere
When you work for yourself, your brain can be one big echo chamber. Keeping up with the day-to-day while trying to anticipate what’s down the pike leaves little time for introspection.
Syleileva Kos, Lagom, and Hygge in 2023
To paraphrase Arlo Guthrie, one is huh?; two is a different kind of huh?; three is a trend, and four is a movement. As we slog on through the…
Marie approaches her recommendations with a down-to-earth sensibility and is also a lot of fun! I have a new friend.
– 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
Marie was very easy to work with. I wish we had used her expertise years ago!
– Barry Zelin, Ardsley
Marie Graham gets 5 stars from us! She was spot on in knowing exactly how our house should look for the photographs and the showings.
– Charlotte and Hal, Ardsley
Marie helped us with both selling our old home and decorating our new home. She recommends practical items of good value and is so committed to the details.
– 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
Marie is the color whisperer. We wanted totally new colors, and now our home is colorful, energizing and harmonious. Our friends comment on how welcoming and warm it is.
– Lesa Rader
She is smart, funny, engaging, with a great eye and creative ideas that we’ve implemented ourselves. I highly recommend her!
– Nan F., White Plains
She’s through and goes throught your home without judgment, providing recommendations with absolutely no pressure.
– Karen Dreher, New Rochelle