How To Professionally Style Your Property for Sale

by Nicolene | May 6, 2021 | Indoor Decorating, Our Projects, Property Stylists

How To Professionally Style Your Property for Sale

When selling your home, it is important to present it as if it has been especially customised for the potential buyer. This is achievable when you know how to professionally style your property for sale.

Why Is It Important to Professionally Style Your Property for Sale?

We know that in today’s property market, styling your house for sale is a necessity and no longer a choice.

Empty space and cluttered rooms discourage prospective buyers.

A styled or staged home is photogenic and visually invaluable when images of your place are shown on the various property market platforms as this will entice potential buyers.

Real Estate Professionals agree, that styling your house will get you the best return on your property and in a shorter time frame.

Yes, You Can Style Your Property for Sale Yourself

You can style your home for sale yourself

The question some homeowners may ask is “can I style my home professionally myself or should I contract in the services of a professional property stylist?”

The answer is “yes”, you can style your property yourself.

There are instances when a property stylist is not in your area, then you will need to style your home yourself.

Sometimes financial constraints could be the reason.

Or simply you just want to do it yourself.

Styling my Home Professionally

So How Do You Style Your Property Professionally?

At Let’s Revamp Property Styling and Decorating we currently have three great self-styling packages available for the DIY property Stylist to choose from.

Whichever option you choose, will empower and guide you to styling your home like a professional.

We work with you to present your property in a way that will completely astound you and mesmerize the space wherein potential buyers can visualise themselves living.

These options are available at an affordable price tag.

You have access to our appointment calendar to book a time that is conveinient for you.

OPTION 1 – VIRTUAL PROPERTY STYLING

Perhaps the first of its kind currently available.

The property stylist is virtually available to come to you in real time discuss, advise and recommend actions to be taken in getting your property ready and styled for sale.

This is especially of great value to you if you live in a country area or where no property stylist is available.

You will have access to professional and expert Property Styling service, only virtually.

The beauty of this concept is that you only require a wi-fi, internet, mobile device and/or PC/laptop.

Sally and our Let’s Revamp Property Stylist will give you a rundown on how Virtual Property Styling is done.

OPTION 2 – ON-SITE CONSULTING SERVICES

This service would include a pre-consultation phone call, followed up with in-house consultation.

The assessment will be discussed and further advice and options in getting your property ready and styled for the open day will be presented to you.

OPTION 3 – ONLINE OR PER PHONE

Your initial contact with one of our property stylist will be either by completing the online questionnaire on our website or making a phone call to our office.

Your stylist would require photos of the areas to be styled.

Once your stylist has assessed the best possible plan of action to style your house you will be contacted for further discussions and recommendations to maximize your property’s sale value.

how to professionallyh style your property for sale

Our client Mr English simply awestruck at the outcome of styling his property.

We would love to help you style your property successfully and professionally.

Contact us:

Tel: 02 9659 2556 Email: info@letsrevamp.com.au

7 Fundamental Elements of Interior Design

by Nicolene | Apr 15, 2021 | Indoor Decorating, Our Projects, Property Stylists

7 Fundamental Elements of Interior Design

“Your home should tell the story of who you are and be a collection of what you love.” (Nate Berkus)

Understanding and applying the 7 Fundamental Elements of Interior Design when decorating your home will affect the overall outcome of your styling.

These elements all work together to establish harmony, balance, interest, practicality within the area you are working on.

Light
Space
Line
Form
Colour
Texture
Pattern

1. The Element of Light

“Light is the first element of design; without it there is no color, form, or texture.” Thomas E. Farin

The quantity and quality of light within an area affects our perception of what we perceive.

External sources such as the time of day and the season influence natural light and should be taken into consideration when choosing colours.

Light determines the overall mood and ambience of the space.

Artificial light from a floor lamp or downlight lighten darker areas.

2. The Element of Space

There are two basic types of space: Positive (the area containing objects) and Negative (the vacant area between objects).

It is important to create a balance of these to achieve ease of movement within the area. When considering the element of space, it is important to consider height too.

We tend to focus more on the length and width of a space. Use items such as accessories, furnishings, curtains, and artwork of and at different heights to create diversity yet fluidity.

3. The Element of Line

“Decorating is autobiography.” (Gloria Vanderbilt)

Lines have position and direction in space. They can be vertical, horizontal, or dynamic (e.g., zig-zags)

Lines create illusions within a space.

Horizontal lines make a room appear wider and create a feeling of security.

Vertical lines are expressive and bold and make a room appear higher.

Dynamic lines do not conform to the norm. They express movement, energy, and interest.

Use lines strategically to create balance in the area.

4. The Element of Form

Forms describe the contours of a three-dimensional object. i.e. having length, width and depth. They could either be geometric (mathematically precise) or free-form, created by nature.

Balance is key. Too many geometric forms (or shapes) can make an area feel “boxy”. If there are too many organic shapes an area can be made to feel too busy.

5. The Element of Colour

When choosing colours for your space, it is important to understand the psychology behind colour and using that to your advantage by selecting colours that will evoke certain moods and reactions relative to the space. For example, using cooler colours such as blues and greens for a bedroom is recommended as they produce calming effects.

6. The Element of Texture

Texture is the way an object feels to the touch or by observing it. For example, the brick wall does not have a smooth finish (texture observed)

Different textures are used to create visual interest in an area. Using woods, metals, different fabrics/materials are all great ways to achieve this.

Study this image and count how many different textures you can see.

7. The Element of Pattern

Pattern is a repetition of shapes, lines, and design. Patterns add interest and motion to the design. There are occasions where the pattern coincides with texture, e.g., decorative cushions and rugs.

Too many patterns in a room can look too chaotic. Use patterns to draw attention to a focal point or area.

If you have more than one item with the same pattern, consider placing one of the items at a different angle.

Use the 7 Fundamental Elements of Interior Design to style your home professionally.

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Preparing Your Home for Winter

by Nicolene | Apr 1, 2021 | Indoor Decorating, Our Projects, Property Stylists

Preparing Your Home for Winter

Autumn is upon us! Don’t you just want to spend as much time as possible indoors, keeping warm? (Particularly all rugged up on the sofa!)

Staying indoors during the winter months need not be grey and gloomy.

Here are 5 easy and relatively inexpensive suggestions for preparing your home for winter by our Property Stylists and Indoor Decorators.

1. Swap the Bright White Lights for Warm Light Bulbs and Candles

Switching cold-white lamp bulbs for warm-yellow bulb makes such a huge difference! The hints of yellow light make a room feel relaxing, warm, and inviting similar to having sunlight shining through the windows.

And the ultimate drawcard – a wooden wick candle.

Wooden wicked candles make a crackling sound when burning, almost like the soothingly sounds of a fireplace.

2. Pile on layers of different texture

Mix and match throws of different texture is great for this time of year.

Layering the different textures of varying bold and complementary colour, add diversity, a sense of warmth and comfort. Oh! and by the way, you can add more than one throw to your bed for style and warmth.

Layer different textures – the more, the better!

Flooring is very important to consider especially if you have tiles. Add a rug or two of different texture for variation and interest.

Rugs add warmth and make an area feel more cosier.

Ignore the ‘less is more’ rule when preparing your home for winter. Add as many cushions, throws and rugs as you’d like!

3. Bring out the warm colours.

Scientific studies have proven that our brains see and react to certain colours. This is why Autumn colours such as red, orange, brown and yellow actually make us feel warmer.

During the chilly, winter period incorporate these colours in your soft furnishings (eg. rugs, cushions, throws, etc.) and try to avoid some of the cooler colours such as blues, greens and purples.

4. More timber, less glass and metal!

Using timber in your home is a great way to achieve a sense of added warmth.

The brown and beige tones of timber give a feeling of warmth and comfort. Timber being natural and organic introduces the outdoor elements into your home.

Accessorise with items of wood. Swap Ceramic or glass lamp bases for wooden ones. Place wooden vases and bowls as decorative items on a console table.

5. Create a cosier space with a different furniture layout.

Large living areas and open spaces create spaciousness and areas where natural light can abound.

In winter we tend to seek warm and cosy nooks!

A great, affordable idea is to simply rearrange your furniture.

Move furniture items closer together. Place items closer together on rugs. If you have too many items, remove a side table or place an armchair in a corner to create a reading nook.

To give you more ideas on how to prepare your home for winter, please contact our Interior Decorators.

Tips When Re-arranging Your Furniture

by Nicolene | Feb 18, 2021 | Indoor Decorating, Our Projects, Property Stylists

There is not necessarily the right or wrong way when re-arranging your furniture. Here are some tips when re-arranging your furniture.

Tips When Re-Arranging Your Furniture

“The art of decorating is to create a space that is not just functional, but a space that calms the soul. This process is designed to artfully rearrange and creatively utilise the interior of your home to transform it into a stylish, revitalising and inviting space which reflects your personal style and taste. This includes refreshing and enhancing areas with the understanding of its purpose and function.”

Interior Decorating and Re-arranging your home

Maybe you have just moved into a new place and have no idea what should go where? Or you’ve been in a property for a while but have realised that the overall flow can be improved.

Although re-arranging the furniture of your home is akin to interior decorating, there is not necessarily the right or wrong way when re-arranging your furniture.

However, here are some tips when re-arranging your furniture that can hopefully steer you in the right direction.

1. Highlight the natural focal point with a feature piece

The initial focal point should be the area that you place any feature pieces you may have. Whether it’s a piece of artwork, a sofa, bedframe or feature wall, you’ll want to make sure that it is eye-catching when you enter the room.

Embrace natural light and add lamps to darker areas

Identify the source of natural light and utilise it to the best advantage for a living area.

Identify the darker areas of a room and add table or floor lamps to these areas. If there are downlights in the area, use a light of a higher wattage rating.

NOTE

When using artificial lighting to brighten the darker area in a room, take into account the possibility of shadows being cast over focal areas. For example artwork. Should this happen, move the lamp to another position and use a downlight of lower wattage instead.

Allow for movement of traffic in the area

Consider and allow for movement:

As much as we want the space to look good, it also needs to be functional and practical. Think about where people spend their time in the space and make sure the layout compliments that. You want to ensure that your guests are not just comfortable on the sofa but can also move around easily within the space.

rug identify areas in open plan living areas

Zone areas with the furniture and rugs

It is all about personal choice when it comes to re-arranging your furniture and interior decorating. Some people prefer spaces to feel cosy and others prefer it to be spacious and open.

Whatever your preference, adjust your furniture and rugs accordingly.

If you prefer spacious and open, arrange furniture further apart. Place the sofa against the wall. Style minimalistic – a style that is simple and plain. Use a rug to merely identify the zoning area of the living space. Use neutral colours with a few bold pop colours dotted here and there.

If you prefer cosy, warm and inviting arrange furniture closer together. Place the sofa away from the wall. Use bold and autumn colours. Add throws and decorative cushions as fillers.

5. Keep it balanced

Most of the time when arranging furniture, we have our heads down and analyse the floor space only.

However, it is important to step back and bring your eyes up and make sure the space looks balanced height-wise.

If you have tall objects on one side and short objects on the other side of the room it can feel quite disproportioned.

Keeping things symmetrical is a good starting point.

Re-arranging furniture allows you to easily transform a living area into a new look without having to purchase new items.

Something as simple as placing a side table in another spot, and changing the decorative cushions according to the season, works wonders.

“Decorating is like music. Harmony is what we constantly strive for. At home, we want a peaceful atmosphere where the objects are the notes and nothing is off-key.” Charlotte Moss:”

Our Interior Decorators are masters at re-arranging and styling.

They combine your ideas with their expertise – give them a call…

How to Instantly Boost Your Curb Appeal!

by Nicolene | Feb 4, 2021 | Indoor Decorating, Our Projects, Property Stylists

How to Instantly Boost Your Curb Appeal!

How to Instantly Boost Your Curb Appeal!

Getting the outside of your property ready when selling is as important as getting the inside ready. If not more.

The outside area of your house is the first thing potential buyers see when coming to view your property. You, therefore, have to get the outside right. Buyers reach a decision about your property before reaching the front door.

Make sure your house stands out among the others

Make Sure Your Property Stands Out

For your property to be competitive in the ever-changing market, make sure it is one of the best-looking properties in your street. This does not mean go overboard or spend a lot of money renovating the front façade. Something as simple as giving your trims, gutters, and front door a fresh coat of paint or putting up a picket fence can do the trick.

Your front door must be easy accessible when staging for sale

Access to your front door should be visible!

There is nothing quite as frustrating as having to painfully navigate your way through the overgrowth to find someone’s front door. Most open homes are only scheduled for 30min. It is therefore important to ensure your buyers get into your house as quickly as possible so they can spend most of their time looking at the interior. Ensure that your path and driveway is cleared and that your property looks inviting and welcoming. There should be no confusion as to where the front door is!

Remove any obstacles on the way to your front door!

This is such an easy fix and yet, people still think that having their own cars parked in the driveway, the garden hose sprawled out over the foot pathway or even garden tools lying around like landmines, are acceptable when having an open home. However, not only is it a safety hazard for your buyers, but it is also not visually appealing. It is definitely worth spending extra time decluttering your front garden and making it safe to move up the pathway!

Trim back the unruly Ivy and ferns

There is nothing wrong with a bit of greenery, and in most cases, a beautiful front garden will add value to your property. However, if your walls are overgrown with ivy, it can have the opposite effect on buyers. They might wonder, what is lurking underneath those plants? Or the greenery looks awfully hard to maintain, I’m not sure if it is worth it? These are not the type of questions you want your potential buyers to entertain. If budget permits, get professionals in to give the front of your house a good clean and trim away any negative questions buyers may have.

Pick up loose leaves and branches scattered underneath trees.

No one has time anymore to get the rake out every weekend and gather up all the loose leaves and branches that have fallen down during the week. Therefore, if you have trees in the front yard, ensure they are trimmed back and loose leaves and branches have been picked up before open home. You don’t want potential buyers to be put off by a front yard that looks like it is high maintenance!