Home Staging is not just for sellers. Many homeowners are choosing Redesign (home staging for people who aren't selling, but want a new look) to refresh and update their homes. Home stagers transform and update using existing furnishings or they can advise on the purchase of new items.
I recently received a call from a homeowner who needed help with furniture placement. The family room in her basement had become a real challenge and she had run out of ideas. It turned out to be a great example of how a two hour redesign consultation can help create a new look at very little cost.
This homeowner has three uses for the space:
Guestroom Playroom Family room
There are several doors in the space which restrict furniture placement.
The first thing to be addressed was that the bed is what greeted you as you walked into the room.
We moved the bed, clearly defining and creating more privacy for, the "guestroom" area.
The "Family room" was then arranged in the main area of the space, creating a comfortable area for relaxing and watching TV.
There was plenty of room remaining behind the furniture, by the sliding door, for the play area.
The final transformation: The function of each of this large room's three areas is now clearly defined to meet the needs of the homeowner. Bonus: There is much more room and a better flow!
This transformation was done in two hours, using only furnishings from the home. Total cost was $150.00.
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I've often thought of just hiring a home stager to take a look at our house, neither my wife or myself have time or talent to re think our interior design. Your re do looks great!
Sharon, Nice Transformation, you have a knack for the do-over. Every think about calling you side business "Make do decorators"?
Mike: That's a good idea! You should ask a professional for assistance. It could save you a lot of frustration!
Steve: Nice of you to say! I hadn't thought of that name...very clever!
Wow! Three different living areas in that space and you really made it work. It really takes a talented eye to see a better plan and flow with all that going on. It really looks so good and you'd never even know it was the same space. I'm sure the homeowner thought that your talents were worth every penny.
Lee & Carol: The owner had three uses for the room and the room had three sections so it was just a matter of assigning each section a function. She had tried the furniture in several different combinations and couldn't make it work. What she hadn't considered was putting the couch the way I did and moving the TV to the opposite wall. She was happy with the result, I hope she is enjoying her new space.
I love the make over. As a guest room it's really great. If your guest went to bed earlier or got up later they could also have a place to unwind and watch tv. Makes like a guest suite and not just a guest room. Turned out beautiful.
I've really got to spend some time working on my guest/exercise room and making it work.
What an interesting space to work with--it's almost like it was meant to be the way you came up with! Very nice job, Sharon! I love redesign work!
Sharon, NOW it's so much more functional and appealing. I love redesigning even more than staging! Great job!
Looks great Sharon, talent and a good eye makes a great combination.
Sharon ~ Isn't redesign fun? I love how you made the 3 distinct functions in this room work so well for the homeowner. Such a cost-effective service!
Sharon, thanks so much for the info, you always have such good information, and just so know I steal it...and use it myself,,,,thanks
Way to go, Sharon! You did a wonderful job. I'm sure the homeowner is very pleased with $$ well spent.
Debi
You got a lot done in 2 hrs!!! The home looks new and fresh.....wasn't it fun too for the owner to see their home in a new light!!
Sharon
All I have to say is staging works.
Good luck and success.
Lou Ludwig
The home looks beautiful, bigger and flows better-you are amazing!
What a challenge. You defined each area and gave the space a better flow. Looks great Sharon!
Wow! I love what you did and I know the homeowner is happy! Great Sharon - the talent you have never ends!
Sharon- that's what I love about ReDesign projects.. . using the existing furniture and accessories to try to recreate a space. You did a great job, as always!!!
Sharon, Tammy above said it all, it's guest suite w/ lots of privacy. Brilliant layout!
Hi, Sharon. The bed fits so well and looks so good in the alcove, it's a natural. Leave it to you to figure that right out. You are right about how the lines are so much cleaner and the flow is so much better. I''m impressed!
It must be very satisfying to be a round peg in a round hole, using your talents to do something you enjoy and are so good at!
Nice flow, crisp and clean. Made a huge difference. Great job!
Tammy: You are so right. It is more like a guest suite now and it has it's own bathroom too!
Elaine: I really enjoyed this one. It was obvious to me where the bed should go, but the living area was a little more of a challenge. I was happy with how it all turned out.
Ginger: Redesign offers more of an immediate response, because you are designing for the actual person who will be using it. But, I find staging so much easier because I don't have to worry about the likes or dislikes of the owner.
You really did a wonderful job creating seperate space in that basement. Redesign is so interesting to me.
Sharon, this is quite impressive. How inviting and fresh that space looks now. Well done!
Bob: Thanks! I appreciate the comment.
Maureen: It was fun! Like putting together a puzzle! I'm just glad I came up with a resolution she was happy with.
Gerry: If by using it, you mean it helps you convince sellers to properly prepare their house for sale...then by all means...use it with my blessing!
Debi: She was happy. Her house is beautiful, very clean and well maintained. It will be a pleasure to sell when the day comes.
Kathy: I only worked in that basement area. The rest of the house doesn't seem to present a problem. It took a little while to come up with the plan, but once we got moving it went right along!
Lou: I always enjoy your comments! Thanks!
Cathy: I'm so glad you approve! You are always so enthusiastic and I love it!
Michele: I appreciate it, thank you!
Sheila: The truth is the talent I have gets tired and slow sometimes!
Sharon what a great job. The room looks terrific and so much better!
Great job and excellent return on investment for the client Sharon!
What an awesome job you did with these spaces, Sharon! Im sure the homeowner is absolutely thrilled she contacted you to assist her. Congratulations!
Has the homeowner asked you to do other rooms as well? What a difference a fresh eye can make. Thanks for sharing the great photos. Nice job!
Kathy: It was fun. I do enjoy redesign work. Thanks for commenting!
Cynthia: Thanks so much. I appreciate it!
Leslie: As soon as I entered the space I knew that bed had to go. The alcove was the logical choice. I am lucky being able to do what I do and help someone else at the same time! Thanks for the support!
Christine: Thanks!
Debra, Karen and Nancy: Thanks for your enthusiasm!
Debra: No she hasn't. But honestly, she doesn't need much more help. The main floor of the home is beautifully furnished and well maintained. She could use a consult if she were to prepare it for sale, but she isn't selling at this time.
You undercharged him. Should have charged him $1,500 for that! I hope he gave you a good tip, or at least lots of referrals.
Very nice work! New Hampshire is lucky to have you!
Next stop....Keene, NH :o) Great job!!!!
Great job! You made 2 rooms out of one!
Great job. It proves again that staging need not be expensive.
Sharon, you worked wonders. Great ideas and very efficient to use only 2 hours of your time. I'm sure they are very pleased and know how very valuable your knowledge is to them. Redesign is a powerful tool! Thanks for sharing the photos with us.
Russell: Obviously I need you to be my business manager! Thank you for such enthusiasm! You made my day!
Peggy: What a wonderful thing to say! Thanks!
Kylah: Something tells me that your home is beautiful and doesn't need a thing!
Ellie: It is a large space! I just helped it be more productive!
Virginia: Exactly!
Lori: Thanks for joining in. I hope they are enjoying it too!