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Then and Now: Design Trends We Can All Get Behind
Design fads and design trends may sound mysterious and arbitrary but are rooted in realities. Both signal our innate desire for change, for something new, and both reflect some element…
Lessons From the Supermarket
Searching for ways to explain and clarify what I do is always top of mind; making connections between familiar but disparate elements (of any type) has become sort of a…
Why Bother Staging in a Hot Market?
“There were ____ showings!” “They got ___ offers” “Buyer waived the ____ contingency” “Contracts were signed in ____ days!” “It went for ____ over ask” Fill in the blanks any…
Consults for a Cause: April 2021 ArtsWestchester Artist Relief Fund
If you live in Westchester County, chances are you know ArtsWestchester. You may not know that much about them, but ever been to any of Westchester’s 116 art galleries? Maybe…
Consults for a Cause March 2021: Family Services of Westchester
Widespread vaccinations are helping us gingerly venture out into the world again, but many in the social services sector know the hard work that lies ahead. Consults for a Cause…
Real Estate Myths for $1000 Please
Deadlines are not bad. For many of us, having structure and accountability is how we get things done. But there will always be deadlines. And I suggest creating artificial, anecdotal,…
Clever or Cool Isn’t Enough
A multi-pack of facial tissues was on my shopping list. The office supply company’s in-house brand was the same price as the tried-and-true brand. But the latter was more eye-catching.…
There’s No Free Lunch
There’s no free lunch. True in 1800s pubs, true today. In the staging business you can assume any of the following to be true if you hear the word free…
Top 2020 Best-Of Lists
We like the succinctness of recapping and synopsises, and also closure. Best-Of Lists are a year-end staple, and 2020 has provided lots to assess, rate, and otherwise notice. Anyone have ZOOM…
Consults for a Cause January 2021: Hearts to Homes
When your space is “right”-and that means whatever’s right for you-good things can happen. Your entire being is supported, and your energy is freed up to go out and do…
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