Home Staging and Decorating thought activism at its most passionate! Snappy answers and reasoned resets for your space and your stuff, and why it all matters so darn much.
My favorite linen blouse was wavier than I wanted for this first meeting with a new client. Going for a polished appearance, I reached for a familiar solution. Waiting for the iron to heat up, found myself asking why. It’s … Continued
The concept of making an effort to put one’s best food forward is timeless, and universal. First dates…job interviews…even selling your car. BUT if it’s about a property you’re selling and (GASP) you call it Home Staging, well that’s a … Continued
“There are no small parts, only small actors” . The words of famed Russian actor, director and Konstantin Stanislavski. Russian theater’s modern founding father, his wanted actors to make the most of every role, and every opportunity. He saw how discouragement over … Continued
The idea of working with a design or home staging professional might seem quaint and superfluous. Resources abound! You’ve got HGTV, IG, Houzz and Pinterest at your side! Apps like Chairish/Offer Up/Trove etc. give even more options. All good…if your expectation … Continued
The concept of making an effort to put one’s best food forward is timeless, and universal. First dates…job interviews…even selling your car. BUT if it’s about a property you’re selling and (GASP) you call it Home Staging, well that’s a … Continued
Our appetite for the future is voracious; our appreciation and tolerance for the present moment, minimal. True for Christmas trees in late December, kids on car trips, adults waiting on line for the newest phone, and home buyers looking for … Continued
Virtual staging – adding, removing, improving via technology-has been around for a while. Time improved the software, and the skills of those who use it. So….does it work? Does virtual staging help actual buyers get to yes? This home stager … Continued
The Refreshed Home LOVES working with builders and flippers! The folks whose hands get things done-they know a lot of stuff. Also-no one can implement the cool and best things for less cost. BUT…. We can’t all be good … Continued
Its the elephant in the room. I hear the apprehension, can visualize the thought bubbles as we exchange initial pleasantries over the phone: The potential client asks: “How much do you charge?” . Or from an agent I just met: “What … Continued
Summer winding down, you’re thinking you really should accomplish something tangible this summer. Something that’ll let you leave your mark of Summer 2018…just not get all crazy and stuff. Seeking inspiration, you break a sweat just slogging through the online videos and articles. … Continued
