Los Angeles Home Staging Info

Michelle - excellent job on the staging, and love the before and after photos. What a difference it makes. I hope it sells quickly!

Thank you Sharon. I just got a new Nikon lens 14-24mm that makes taking great pictures easier. I really enjoyed working on this (now) contemporary home.

Michelle ~ Very nice!  Are those built-ins in the dining room and bedroom?

Terrific job, Michelle! I like the way you were able to work with many of the owners' furnishings, while bringing it up to date to appeal to a buyer targeted for this style home. The difference in wall coverings alone made a dramatic difference, though it's evident you contributed so much more to the appeal of this home. I'd love to be there to see it in person -- nice work!

Hi Michelle-Nice work!  The improved colorful artwork balanced out the fireplace color.  It reminded me of the fireplace (same shape and color) I had when I lived in a beach house in Mailbu.  The two seating areas worked out well with the Barcelona styled pieces!  Regards-Kathleen G

Kathy P: Yes, the house has a ton of built-in storage. No lack of cabinets or storage, something lacking in many homes built today. I think every room in the house, except the living room, has some form of built in storage. Some of the bedrooms even have built in beds!

Leslie O: We brought everything in to the living room and one bedroom (not shown). The rest of the furniture belonged to the home owner. They packed up all their art work, accessories and personal items. I had them purchase new bedding for the master. We provided all the art work, accessories, throw pillows, etc. shown. Thank you!

Thank you, Kathleen G. The fireplace prior to staging was an eyesore since it didn't relate to anything else in the room. Now it has become an architectural feature since we included touches of red throughout the room and flanked it with complimentary artwork. I was very happy with the way the Barcelona chairs and ottomans (ottomen?:o)) worked out.

I have no doubt this home will sell quickly too!  It looks fabulous.  I love the living room and how you incorporated the touches of red with accessories, pillows and art.  Very chic look.

Thank you Cathy Lee. It all seems to work now. Will you be visiting LA again anytime soon?

Michelle - Awesome job, as always.  I especially liked how the bedroom came out.  Very nice.

Kathy

Thank you Kathy N. This job was a departure for us in terms of style and I really enjoyed it. I hope we get to stage contemporary homes more often in the future.

Hi Michelle!  Yes, I will be in town again later this month.  My sister just had a birthday so I owe her a lunch but my son is in New York on a business trip and I want to see him too when I travel south!! 

Cathy: Let me know when you will be in town. We can have coffee or lunch or something.

Michelle - Stunning staging!  Loved the white sofas.  I would love to see one of your staging consults.  There is so much I can learn from you. 

Glad to see you didn't have to reupholster that massive curved couch, Michelle ;-D  Looks fabulous!

Thanks, Wanda. The sofas are actually a pale taupe in person but they photograph white. Every consultation report is very different depending upon the project. The only thing that is consistent is the pages on staging closets, garages, and preparing for open houses and showings, and even those are customized for each project. If you are ever out in this neck of the woods, you are welcome to ride along on a consultation:o))

Connie: I'm glad we didn't have to reupholster it either. It was so large that just purchasing the fabric put it out of the budget. Also, the style was specific to the taste of the homeowner and I don't think it would have helped sell the house. Thanks!

I will call you. Are you in Pasadena?  My son and his wife used to live in Sierra Madre but moved downtown because he travels internationally frequently.  Our condo is in Playa Del Rey.  My sister is in Thousand Oaks.  I am a valley girl (native) so know my way around.   

Michelle, What a unique home and you did an absolutely fabulous job pulling it all together.  I'm sure it was a challange and never doubt you'll live up to every one you come across.  I wish a fast sale for everyone!

Wow Carole, thank you for the great compliment. It was an interesting challenge but I really enjoyed it. Gang Hay Fat Choy!

Michelle, your really brought out the architectural character of this home.  I loved how you balanced the fireplace by coordinating the artwork and using the color throughout.  As always an expert job. 

Terri: Showcasing the architecture was my goal and I think we succeeded. That fireplace was a tough one. I'm glad you think we did a good job. Thanks!

Michelle - Do you rent accessories for lived in homes?  I've not done that so far because of the risk factor.  Would love to hear your thoughts.

Awesome job!

Beth: I do not rent bedding or towels in occupied homes. Any bedding or towels that will be used must be purchased by or for the homeowner. Regarding other accessories, we do it on a case by case basis. In this particular instance, the home is occupied by 2 mature adults, no children, no pets, so I have no problem renting them Persian rugs and accessories. I also get a security deposit on every staging. It is a very rare occurence for anything to get broken or go missing if the homeowner knows they have a security deposit hanging in the balance. People are generally very careful and respectful of our inventory.

That makes sense - thanks.

I would love to go on a consult with you.  Maybe we can talk about it at the conference next week. 

Hi Michelle!  Well, it looks great! I am sure it will sell quick :) Built in beds?!! That is kinda cool :)

Thanks Wendy. I would have killed for a built in bed when I was a kid!

Michelle it looks wonderful. The changes you made work well with the features of the home. I know you'll get a quick sale.

Tanya: Thank you!

Michelle, you made the dated feel current.  Your furniture selections compliment the home beautifully.  Excellent photos too! 

Thanks, Michele. I owe the after photos to my new Nikon lens that Santa brought me for Christmas. A lot of good photography is skill, but a good chunk can also be attributed to having good equipment.

Wow Michelle! I love it. I do a lot of contemporary and I just love your choices especially the living room furniture. Did you get it at that sale you were talking about or did you rent it?

Annie: The furniture is a combination of my furniture, Brook furniture and the home owners furniture. The sale I was refering to was not as great as I expected. I bought 4 chairs, but did not use them here. Thanks!

I love those black chairs, I keep seeing them everywhere, except the stores.  Great transformation!

Rock on Michelle! What a fabulous job. Your staging suited the architecture to a "T". And how wonderful that your clients took your 8 page report to heart. Just curious: do you sit down with the homeowner and go through the report with them?

I too love those black klismos stools. Gorgeous! I look forward to seeing you next Monday!!

Cindy: Those are Barcelona chairs and ottomans. You can find them by searching Google. I have seen them for sale in the $500-600 range depending upon if you want the ottomans or not. There are a lot of places that sell knock-offs that may be cheaper. Thanks!

Pam: Thank you, I'm glad you liked it. I go through everything with the client when I first walk through the house. My assistant takes all the notes. Then I email the report to the client. Usually everything is self explanatory, but I am available for questions by phone. In this instance, the client was also having us stage, so I went back to the house twice to give them "encouragement".

See you on Monday for the Brook Stagers Appreciation Event. I'll be sending out an evite later today.

Great furniture and color scheme.  You've done a beautiful job.  It's so much fun to work in interesting homes, isn't it?  See you in a few weeks.

All I can say is WOW!

Thanks David. I really enjoyed working on this home because it was such a departure from what we usually do. I'm looking forward to meeting you!

Jo: And all I can say is Thank you!

Aloha Michelle,

Love the van de Rohe "Barcelona" chairs! You really unified the mid-century modern architecture with the decor, fabulous as usual. I also like the Persian carpets within the Modern context, it just goes to show that orientals can go just about anywhere.

Peace,

Hi MM, I've been missing ya and decided to come scope out your blogs, it's been too long! 

This my friend looks fabulous but then again, it would because you did it. You have a gifted, talented eye and can reveal the beauty within. I love the living area!

Kimo: I love to add a little of the unexpected when I am staging or designing for clients. If a decor is too pure it becomes too precious and boring. Mixing it up keeps interest at a higher pitch. I have always loved combining the classical (Persian rugs) with modern. Thanks!

Thank you, KK. Your approval means a lot to me.

Michelle, love the photos. For those that are visual learners this is certainly the way to prove that good home staging is the way to go!

Thank you Gena. I'm glad you like the photos. They're so important in selling a home (and selling my staging services:o))

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