FOCUS ON FURNITURE—LESS IS MORE
Staging is the art of creating a visually inviting space. As a homeowner, you will take your furniture with you when you move—but until then, your personal style will shape how your home is presented to buyers. In the following pages, we will discuss depersonalizing your home, but first, let’s focus on creating space by minimizing furniture. Buyers are drawn to spacious, well-lit homes and discouraged by dark, cluttered spaces. Removing excess furniture allows buyers to move freely and helps them envision how they would use the space. • Remove unnecessary furniture and store it elsewhere while your home is on the market. • Ensure that closets, pantries, and storage spaces are organized and free of clutter. • Keep only the essentials for daily living and store personal items—such as photo albums, keepsakes, and rarely used appliances—out of sight. A well-staged home highlights space and functionality. Buyers prioritize storage, so making your home feel open and well- organized will generate greater interest.
STRATEGIC FURNITURE PLACEMENT
Furniture placement can highlight key features of your home. For example, positioning a seating arrangement in front of a fireplace naturally draws attention to it. Avoid pushing furniture against the walls—floating pieces in the center of a room often makes a space feel larger and more inviting.
Every room should demonstrate both function and appeal. An
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