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A property staging specialist has revealed how homeowners can add tens of thousands of pounds to the value of their property without the need for expensive renovations.
Liv Conlon, 25, originally from Glasgow but now living in Marbella, is the chief executive of ThePropertyStagers, which furnishes more than 300 homes a year to make them more attractive to potential buyers.
Speaking to FEMAIL, she reveals that her clients have often sold their properties for £30,000 more than the guide price.
As a property staging expert, Liv understands the importance of creating inviting and visually appealing spaces to maximize the value of a home by focusing on small but impactful changes.
Here, she reveals eight small changes that can make a big difference when it comes to showing your home in its best light:
CREATE A FOCAL POINT
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This room didn’t have a focal point, so Liv decided to place a console table, a lamp, and a statement piece of art.
If your room doesn’t have a focal point, such as a fireplace, buyers don’t know where to look or where to focus their attention. Empty or poorly decorated rooms create an uncomfortable, directionless view.
As a homeowner, you want to attract attention and create a sense of balance and harmony in the spaces, so that the viewer feels that the property is aspirational and can imagine themselves living there.
You should identify a focal point in each room, but if you don’t have one (and don’t want to make any structural changes) use a statement piece of art or furniture.
REMOVE FURNITURE FROM THE WALLS
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This is an example of a large space with a centralized living room and conversation area.
Most people push all their furniture against the walls, but doing this makes the room look like a hallway or viewing gallery rather than a space to socialize with the family.
Instead, create cozy conversation areas by moving furniture away from the walls (especially if you’re in a large space), or, if you’re in a smaller room, place the centerpiece against the wall and center all the other pieces around it.
This arrangement promotes better flow and makes the room feel more welcoming and spacious.
TOUCH UP THE PAINT
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Liv (pictured), 25, is the chief executive of ThePropertyStagers, which furnishes more than 300 homes a year to make them more attractive to potential buyers.
Walls worn down by chaotic family life can make a property look abandoned and lose some of the essence of the property owner, making it difficult for a viewer to feel that this could be their new home.
Touching up your walls can help hide small marks like scratches and scuffs.
After that, your home will look well-kept and maintained, instead of abandoned and neglected.
It also creates a brilliant first impression and potentially increases your perceived value to buyers.
Touching up the paint on your home before listing it often involves using neutral colors, which can make the home more appealing to a wider range of buyers.
Neutral tones provide a blank canvas that allows potential buyers to imagine their own style in the space.
ADD RUGS TO WARM UP THE SPACE
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‘Incorporate rugs to define separate areas within a room and add warmth and texture,’ said Liv
Incorporate rugs to define separate areas within a room and add warmth and texture.
You can use this trick in larger rooms with a variety of purposes, such as an open-plan living and kitchen space, or to make “forgotten” rooms in the house feel cozier, such as a laundry room. or a hallway.
Rugs can tie design elements together (especially through color and texture) in a space, while providing a welcoming and attractive atmosphere.
They can also significantly reduce noise levels by absorbing sound – a quieter home is always more attractive to buyers.
Plus, you can use them to protect your floor from wear and tear, which is an attractive feature for potential buyers looking for a well-maintained property.
INVEST IN WHITE BEDDING
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“Hotels have white bedding for a reason, as it conveys luxury and cleanliness, and makes the viewer feel immediately comfortable as they walk through what is commonly considered a very personal space,” said Liv
Hotels have white bedding for a reason: it conveys luxury and cleanliness, and makes the viewer feel immediately at ease as they walk through what is commonly considered a very personal space.
Patterned bedding adds too much personalization to a space and instantly looks cluttered and less inviting.
Instead, invest in high-quality white bedding that looks crisp and exudes a clean feel and creates a serene, inviting oasis that will appeal to buyers looking for a peaceful retreat.
This versatility allows potential buyers to easily imagine their own décor in the space. You can add color through throw pillows and a textured blanket.
REPLACE WORN OUT TEXTILE FURNITURE
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“Sagging, wrinkled cushions do not convey luxury, but instead make the house look tired and neglected,” the expert warned.
Saggy, wrinkled cushions don’t convey luxury, but instead make the home look tired and neglected.
Update worn or tired upholstered furniture, such as pillows, curtains and drapes, to breathe new life into your home.
Choose fabrics and textures that complement the overall aesthetic of the space and enhance its appeal.
The rule with upholstered furniture is to use it in pairs of two or three and vary its size.
Add faux feather inserts to achieve our signature cushion style. If you want to add value to your home, it’s all about creating a luxurious atmosphere.
ADD MIRRORS
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‘Place mirrors strategically on the walls of your home to reflect light and create the illusion of more space; this in turn creates a much more luxurious feel,’ added Liv.
Place mirrors strategically on the walls of your home to reflect light and create the illusion of more space; this in turn creates a much more luxurious feel.
Mirrors can brighten dark corners, visually enlarge rooms and add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your home.
Particularly if a room is looking worn, a metallic mirror (opt for gold for a touch of luxury) will add an instant touch of glamour. And it shows viewers that the home is well-loved and a place they would like to live in.
It doesn’t have to be an expensive option, you can also group smaller mirrors together to add a “designer touch”.
TAKE CARE OF ACCESSORIES CAREFULLY
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‘All coffee tables, consoles and kitchen counters should be stylish, not cluttered with everyday items, especially when people are visiting your home,’ the expert explained.
If an object is usable, it shouldn’t take up space. For example, all coffee tables, consoles and kitchen counters should be stylish, not cluttered with everyday items, especially when people are visiting your home.
Carefully select and place accessories that enhance the style and ambiance of your home.
Remove clutter and items that are not aesthetically pleasing and focus on displaying a curated collection of décor pieces that complement the overall design scheme.
Purchase decorative storage items to place around the room or stackable storage items that can be placed in a closet to eliminate clutter but still be accessible.
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