pieces enhance or detract from the space. • Remove or reposition unnecessary or bulky furniture to create an open, flowing layout. 2. Highlight Focal Points • Identify strong features in each room (e.g., large windows, cozy nooks, built-ins) and arrange furniture to showcase them. • Example: Frame a window view with a table and decorative plants or create a cozy nook with two armchairs and a small table. 3. Set the Scene • Arrange furniture to guide buyers’ eyes naturally to focal points. Avoid blocking windows, pathways, or views. • Stage outdoor areas, like patios, with chairs or fire pits to evoke a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. 4. Incorporate Color Thoughtfully • Add pops of color through accessories like pillows, throws, rugs, or plants to enhance the mood. Keep it subtle and balanced, avoid overwhelming or clashing colors 5. Show Time • Once staged, ensure the layout feels inviting, functional, and visually appealing. Buyers should leave with a strong, positive impression of your home’s potential. By staging furniture to highlight the home’s strengths and creating a balanced, appealing atmosphere, you’ll captivate buyers and bring them closer to saying, “This is home.”
POINTS TO REMEMBER: O REMEMBER: • Staging has been documented to increase a home’s selling price.
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