Staging for the Holidays

The holidays are the perfect time to think about getting your home staged for a speedy sale! Buyers looking during the holidays are very serious buyers. Take advantage of this! Staged homes sell for 6.32% more than non-staged homes and 94% of staged homes sell an average of 30 days or less. Staging is key to a successful sale and will yield you a maximum profit.

The Man Cave

The infamous man cave is popping up everywhere. A masculine space is truly great for relaxing and getting away from everyday life. Textiles that are unique to the man cave are leather, corduroy, flannel, or other menswear inspired fabrics. Colors in the neutral family are great here – steel grays, black or charcoal, or chocolate browns. Adding a hint of metallic and a few interesting vintage items can really make this space unique. Think dark, luxurious, and inviting!

Eclectic, not Ordinary

The days of buying matchy-matchy furniture sets are out. What is popular now is combining all of your truly favorite pieces into one design, creating a unique eclectic space that reflects your life, your passions, and your personality. Combining unique pieces in one cohesive design scheme is what is key here.

Reviving the Basement

Basement renovations and conversions are becoming more and more prevent among homeowners and developers. Basement conversions maximize the square footage in your home which actually increases the value of your home. Basements can provide a cozy “hang out” area for your family or for entertaining guests. This is an area you can really let your personality show!

Wallpaper, wallpaper, and more wallpaper!

Wallpaper is taking a huge comeback in the world of interior design. Wallpaper isn’t restricted to powder rooms or outdated dining room; we see big bold modern wallpaper popping up in almost any room of the house. Bright pops of color, metallics, or funky unique patterns are what’s hot in wallpaper. Using wallpaper as an accent wall is a great way to add life to any space.

Behind the Design

Don’t you wish you were here? This design is perfect in accentuating the beautiful ocean scenery.   Let’s break this room apart and talk about all of the design elements that are in play here.

Tall ceilings:  Tall ceilings are great for many reasons. They create an open airy feeling. This compliments the atmosphere of the room. Tall ceilings draw your eye up, creating architectural interest without drawing away from the true focal point, in this case the ocean view.

Open windows:  Open windows allow light to fill the area and create a cheerfully, bright atmosphere.  

The Color Scheme: This subdued color scheme is taken directly from the surrounding environment. The cream walls and white bedspread maintain a clean crisp feel, while the accents of subdued blues and yellow bring in interest. These colors give a sense of relaxation.

Stay tuned next week for more BEHIND THE DESIGN!

What's Old is New

Furniture rehabilitation is popping up everywhere which is oh so fabulous and environmentally friendly. Nowadays one can take almost any piece of junk and turn it into a spectacularly trendy and functional piece. What’s cooler than converting an old dresser into a vanity for a sink, featuring unique drawer pulls and antique claw feet? The possibilities are endless!