Style Expressions: 3,2,1 and Action
by MONICA ROLLING cdeca, csp, pcc
For the last 6 years I have passionately been working as a Staging Professional. Thinking this service would complement my Interior design services; I took an accreditation course with The Canadian Staging Professionals. Since then I have watch this side of my business grow at a very steady and demanding rate.
What is staging and does it work? Staging is literally putting your house and home on a stage. Putting your house on a show; where a desirable life style is displayed, for potential buyers to see and wish for.
We want to show something that will make an unforgettable “First Impression” so that they can see themselves as being part of this exciting show.
The stage must be set free of whatever is going to distract the potential buyer’s attention from appreciating the architectural features of the home, the space available and its potential.
This is why de-cluttering is so important, especially of family portraits, toys, ornaments, plants and anything that it is going to give a negative impression.
De-cluttering also applies to furniture. Oversized furniture that is blocking and entrance, a window or doors, will only tell a buyer that the place is too small.
It’s important also to show each room as its intended purpose. For example finding a dining room used as an office space; will rob a buyer of an image of a family dinner party.
Lighting is also a very important. Letting as much light into the house will make it feel spacious and give a sense of wellbeing. Artificial lighting is just as important, especially for night showings; good lighting will create a cozy atmosphere that will say I can relax in this room after a long’s day at work!”
Master bedrooms are another important selling feature in today’s market. Buyer’s busy life styles
have created the need for a master bedroom that offers a “retreat” were they can relax and enjoy before going to sleep. Making a bedroom attractive, relaxing with a touch luxury is a must!
Bathrooms too have come a long way since fluffy mats and toilet seats cover. Today’s bathroom has to offer a “Spa” experience. Especially en suit bathrooms have become a place where you can close the door and pampered yourself!
The outside of our house is just as important; You want to show that you have taken good care of the outside and kept it in very good conditions just as much as the inside.
So make the path to your home inviting and exciting, as it would be to be walking on a red carpet!
Make your potential buyers feel that they are about to see a show that they will want to see over and over again! When they move into your house!
We at Style Expressions, can help to put this show on the road; By telling you how or by doing it for you!
We offer very flexible services such as accessories rental, just in case you don’t have enough or need a different look.
We offer many other services too, such as: Interior design, Space planning, colour consultations, floral design, seasonal and special occasions staging, re-design and many more! Just ask us if we can do it!
Style Expressions is always thinking of you!!!!
Style Expressions providing stylish functional and practical interiors.
Tel 905 847 4693
monica@styleexpressions.ca
www.styleexpressions.ca
