Introduction to Home Staging

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it’s awesome …dude ..good luck

My house is a weird rancher that had a giant room built on the back of it and a huge dormer on the top. So I have a kitchen and dining room but these two huge rooms. My agent is pricing Professional stagers but I don’t think I want to put out the cash for someone to "tell" me where to move stuff. If she moved it for me- I might do it LOL.

Anywhere I can look on how to stage my house? Would it be too weird to have a fancy dining room table and cabinet in large room towards the back of the house- little out of the way.
They said 500 to 5,000 plus the cost of renting funiture and storage space is extra. Plus my house is priced super low to begin with.

Formal dining rooms are a big plus. If one of the rooms is close to your kitchen, make that a formal dining for sure. If not, make it a nice room to sit and have tea or a beer or whatever, while overlooking the backyard.

With the other room, make it a bonus room, like the dormer. This could be a play room, game room, den, whatever.

What do you use the two rooms as currently?

When staging, keep in mind that LESS is more. Take down all the things that personalize the house too much. Bare bones it. Take down your pictures, knick knacks, toys, appliances, books, ect. ect. Have one or two main pieces of furniture and maybe a nice rug or lamp in each room to give an idea of room size and usability, but other than that, let it be. Use NEUTRAL colors. 20 bucks to paint a lime green room over in beige is a good investment.

Also, air it out and be rid of any smells. However, I’ve heard that the smell of chocolate chip cookies in a room makes women more likely to purchase something. I really did hear that. Make a batch of cookies, and set them out

Good luck!

ETA: Save your $500 to $5,000 and use $150 of it to hire some housecleaners to clean the home from top to bottom and make it sparkle! Saves you tons of energy, and people will notice!

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And just how many bushes do we need to hide behind to justify the mistakes we are answering to?
Does anyone really believe Osama Bin was able to get out of this country without help?
Do we really have another page left to us to turn?
And if we do, who is holding that book?
Are we ready to accept Hillary"s ability to do so?

just askin’

Hell, its a little too late to worry about the mistakes done, we need to see things start to change for Iraq and our American soldiers out there. Its been a blood thirsty bath, we need to dig in and do it right, or we have jeopardized the well being of many Iraqi people and our troops. Although, the task seems difficult, I hope that we will succeed and hold back any resistance, until the Iraqi forces have grown a pair of balls, and take control of their own dam country, this only assures the US, that there is a long road ahead of us without no end.

Bin Laden has been out of the equation for quite sometime now, he is probably held up in comfortable room at the White House, shooting some craps with Mr. President.

Woo Hillary? I think not!

Home Staging is very important. Look at the myriad of TV shows featuring home staging and the difference it makes toward the sale of a home. I interviewed 3 realty companies earlier this year when we were putting our home up for sale and they all had stagers available. Tie your business with real estate companies and you should have a great new business.

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I love watching the shows anyways ,but they try to make things look so simple and inexpensive.
I know I don’t need to complain ,but I actually came here to see if anyone can suggest palce with decorating tips for people who don’t have as much money to spend
thank you!

Hi
What do you mean by ‘decorating tips?’

I’m sure you can think of some things that could improve your house.

Ceiling lights would be a good place to start…?

One of the most important aspects of staging a home is ensuring that the exterior and yard create a welcoming atmosphere for potential buyers. Its going to be a chore to do this is the yard is unkempt and cluttered, the outside of the home is dirty with old peeling paint, and the garden looks like something out of an amazon movie. Lets divide the exterior and yard into 3 sections: yard, garden and the house itself. Now try to prioritize these areas according to what needs the most attention and what will have the most dramatic effect on the showing of your home.

For argument’s sake let’s start with the home itself. Start by taking a critical look at your home, if you have a hard time doing this; have a neighbor take a look for you. Make yourself a list of things that you would like to improve. New paint is always a favorite for improving the home’s curb appeal and raising it’s value. If your pain is fairly recent, try simply cleaning the exterior using a power washer or pressure nozzle on your hose. Also, make sure that the windows are clean. Dirty windows are an eyesore and they can also block light from entering the home. If you have window boxes, be sure that they are clean and have some nice flowers in them.

The yard can be a simple yet powerful tool when selling a home. It is the yard that will likely be a large part of a buyer’s first impression of the home. If the yard is full of junk, and overgrown grass then it’s pretty safe to say the first opinion of the home will not be good. If you take a look at a home magazine, notice that any exterior shots feature immaculately manicured lawns, surrounded by sturdy, decorative fencing and neat walkways. Fences are one area that many people ignore when looking at a yard but they have a huge impact whether it is realized or not. A well built and coordinated fence is like your yard’s frame. It plays a big part in setting the tone for the whole yard so you may want to take the time to paint or if necessary build a new fence.

Gardens are like the icing on the cake for a home. They are a finishing touch, but if done correctly they can be a real focal point for a home’s exterior. Take the time to eliminate the weeds and scrub from your garden and replace the faded topsoil with a mulch. The reason behind this is that mulches hold their dark color better and will act as a barrier for weeds that can wreck the look of a garden. Try to coordinate the colors of the flowers you plant with the colors of the home. It will help to create an impressive overall theme for the home that buyers will definitely take notice of.

Jake Marsh
http://www.articlesbase.com/real-estate-articles/home-staging-bringing-the-yard-together-127271.html

Thinking of building a new home? Before you pick your Location, your Home Plan or your Home Builder, invest some time, to read about the 7 common mistakes when home building. Avoiding these mistakes can ensure that your home creates… The Wow Effect.

1. Finding a Home Builder with … Passion!

“Home Builders with Passion” – In every town, there are always a few Home Builders that are so passionate about their craft, that every home they build is a “Work of Art?. Their attention to detail, ensure that they will always be at the top of their industry.

When you first meet a “Home Builder with Passion”, you will notice their charm, and keen listening skills. They are very similar to a great doctor. Their focus will be entirely on listening to the patient, or you the homebuyer. They will have many questions, which will help them diagnose or determine your needs.

Once they understand your needs and desires… Hang On. They will begin a presentation of ideas and possibilities that will astound you. You are now sensing that they are more than just a Home Builder.

To find your “Home Builder with Passion”, begin by asking for referrals from friends, subcontractors, Interior Designers, and Architects. Also visit new real estate developments, looking for clues.

One of the “Secrets to Great Curb Appeal” in a new home, is the importance of “Staggered Visual Lines”. Square boxes are not visually interesting, without another visual dimension added to it. Our eyes and our emotion, love to focus on… curves, angles, depth, texture, and color tones.

When first meeting with the Home Builder, listen to their story. How are they different from the other Home Builders in the area? How do they capture trends in New Home Building Construction Ideas?

Important – do not make your decision on the lowest bid. Almost anyone can make various cuts to lower their final estimate.

Invest the time, to find your “Home Builder with Passion”. Their ability to balance your enthusiasm and the realities of building, are what make them so unusual.

2. Saving Money On Your Lot? … Maybe Not

If you are saving money on your lot today, you will have to pass this savings on tomorrow. The Number One Rule is … go heavy on your lot purchase. This is Critical!

Unfortunately, it is very rare that you will find a good deal. Great location comes at a price. Do not make your decision based on price alone. Look at the other homes that are in or will be built near your location. Are they in the same price range? What are the future and current traffic patterns? What direction does the lot face?

Note – Location truly is everything. This is one of those decisions in life, when you cannot make a mistake. Always, go heavy on your lot investment; you will never regret this decision.

3. Common Floor Plan? … Lost Opportunities

Creating drama is much easier when building a home from the ground up. Within your building plan, you must design and designate some areas of unique opportunities. This is where you will be able to create the drama in your home.

The additional investment for a Tray Ceiling, Niche, Barrel Ceiling, Dome Ceiling, Unique Drywall Spaces, Dramatic Dining Room, or Grand Columned Entry Way, are minimal for what they can add to the total market value of your home.

Bring your Interior Design team together when you are drafting your floor plan. Their experience from previous projects and gift for great design can offer you a collection of ideas to introduce in your home. This additional step can ensure that you do not miss out on the many creative opportunities in the designing stage.

4. Is Your Custom Floor Plan Marketable? … Review Your Plan With An Architect

Custom floor plans are the Pinnacle of Home Building, but make sure that your dream home is marketable in the future. We have all seen floor plans that were not as well thought out, as they should have been.

If the floor plan for your dream home is truly unique, I would encourage that you discuss your project with an Architect.

Architect’s have the vision to identify problem areas and discover new areas of opportunity in your home that you may not have considered.

Finally, someday, maybe sooner than you think, you will be selling your home. Could you sell your home tomorrow? What is it about your home that will generate Home Buyer’s knocking at your door? Take the additional step to share your home plan with an Architect.

5. Lost In My Design Layers … Share A Coffee, With An Interior Designer

Once you have agreed on your floor plan, and have drafted your unique spaces or opportunities for drama, the next step is … Interior Design.

Here you will coordinate all of the layers of your Interior Design Project. This can be overwhelming at times. All of these design elements must flow congruently to create a dramatic effect throughout your home.

I would strongly encourage you to discuss your project with an Interior Designer. They have a unique gift to visualize multiple layers of color, texture, and effect, which is difficult to do. Discuss their fees, which can vary from nothing, to an hourly fee.

6. Electrical Decisions … I Wish I Would Have

This has to be high on the list of regrets for many homeowners. It is so hard to visualize all of the areas where you will have future electrical needs. During the holidays it may be a receptacle on the stair landing, front porch, or separate breakers for outside lighting.

Important – go through the seasons, reviewing how all areas of your home will be used. Will a bedroom someday become a future office? Remember, lighting is so important when you are staging a room. Meet with a lighting specialist to discuss these many decisions.

If you invest the time, you will be well prepared, when you get the call to meet with your Electrical Contractor.

7. Budget Blues, Not Designating Funds For … “The Wow Effect”

Everything in the Home Building Construction process revolves around the target budget. But almost everyday, you will be confronted with new cost overrun decisions.

Keep in mind these words … Drama, Effect, and Staging. If you truly wish for your home to have ?The Wow Effect?, then you must designate a budget for it. Without designating funding, the opportunities that you have designed and drafted into your floor plan will not create the drama or effect.

Think back, we have all gone through the annual Home Builders Parade of Homes, and waited in line for the 1 or 2 homes, that truly understand “The Wow Factor”. It is hard to describe its effect. It will stop you in your tracks. You will stop and stare, trying to absorb what you are seeing. All senses are kicking in. Conversations can be heard around you.

Look at this room,… Wow, what is it?”

“I love the colors. What is the finish on the walls? It is almost translucent.?

Did you see the Barrel Ceiling finish, is that Italian Venetian Plaster?”

“Did you feel the Dining Room Walls? Cold like stone, but felt just like marble or granite… Wow!”

The Best Home Builders and Interior Designers will always include a room that will take your breath away. It is bold, but not brash. It can change your taste in an instant. The ?Wow Factor? has pushed you out of your comfort zone. Contact these professionals to discuss your project.

Finally, building “Your Dream Home” is an important goal for most families. But a word of caution, the Home Building process can be stressful. As a couple, I would strongly suggest that you discuss the following rule … “Preferably, over a Glass of Wine and some Great Italian Food.”

“The Marriage Saving, Home Building Rule”

“As a couple, if you cannot agree on a Home Building Decision, then wait on the decision. Sleep on it that night. The next day, begin to look for a better idea. You will not be as emotionally charged, and together, you will come up with a much better solution.

“When emotions are high and each side has dug in, you will be glad you have discussed this rule. This will give you a reason, to set aside a difficult Home Building decision, preventing it from becoming a much bigger issue than it really is. Trust me … It Works!

To ensure that your new dream home, has a minimal list of… “I wish I would have’s”, you must literally… “Live In Your Floor Plan”. Your opportunities for any change in design are… very brief. Lastly, the “New Home Building Process” is an incredible experience. Looking back, you will never forget the memories, the lessons, the laughs, and the new friendships you have made in this exciting chapter of your life.

Enjoy this … Fun Walk!

Mark Nordgren

Mark Nordgren
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-and-family-articles/the-7-mistakes-in-home-building-674173.html

Home furnishing and decorating should not be seen as two separate enterprises. If you are thinking of furnishing or re-furnishing your home then go for neutral tones and colors. You may not think this is a good idea, you just love that red corner unit, or the blue leather sofa and it will go so well in your living room. The question you have to ask yourself is whether that sofa will look as good if you change the décor in that room.

If you don’t have a lot of money to spend on home furnishing and decorating then try it the budget way. Rub down and stain or repaint wooden furniture and add new drawer and door handles You’ll be surprised at the difference that this can make. If you can’t afford a new sofa then why not have it recovered? If you can’t run to professional recovering and you are not confident enough to do it yourself then buy a luxurious throw.

When it comes to furnishings you can make your home look quite different by changing your soft furnishings. A new rug on a hardwood or laminate floor brightens a room enormously. One way of going about home furnishing and decorating on a shoestring budget is to start with your soft furnishings. Buy some new cushions with two-tone or multi-colored covers then pick out one of the colors and use that as a theme for your decorating. If there is a nice blue color in the cushions then get some blue curtains. Paint your living room a neutral color and have a blue feature wall, or whatever color it is that you have chosen. You’ll be surprised at the new slant that this puts on your existing furnishings and how easy it is to coordinate the rest of the room with the soft furnishings.

If you’ve decided it is time to splash out and you have got some money to spend then you need to decide on what type of furnishings you want in your home. Do you want a themed look for example? Some people like a country feel to their furnishings while others like the plain but simple lines of black leather and chrome. It is all a matter of personal choice. The type of furnishings you choose will dictate the way that you decorate. You don’t want walls and doors that clash with your new sofa. Perhaps the best way of going about this is to draw up some plans before you start. You don’t need any particular drawing skills to do this, you just need an idea of the kind of furnishings and décor that you might like.

Lee Dobbins
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-improvement-articles/home-furnishing-and-decorating-ideas-122274.html

My friend is has an diploma in architecture certificate with her. But her marriage was performed. and the chances for full time study has rulled out because her husband is a civil engineer and in a developing stage of his carrier. In this case he is not being able to give her wife the room she required for development because of his job chang from one place to other.

can anyone give some idea to enhance her carrier without disturbing her family life and dont obstacle her husband’s future.

plz

If she has to study then some obstacles are supposed to come…
anyways…. she can go for a bachelor degree in architecture

if she is from the state of Maharashtra or Karnataka…. she can try YCMOU …. this university has distant learning courses for architecture but the study centers r situated in the above mentioned states only….

otherwise she can contact the Indian Institute of Architects’ any zonal chapter for the details …. they also provide the degree

and if she is not interested in degree then she can learn a bit of design soft wares like 3d max, photoshop, coreldraw, etc