How to Incorporate Color in a Small Space

When decorating small spaces, it can be tempting to play it safe with neutrals. It’s time to explore the rainbow and embrace color! Vibrant shades can work in bathrooms, book nooks, hallways etc. when done tastefully. Here are some inspiring ways to introduce more color into your homes’ small spaces.   Monochromatic - One way to add a lot of color to a tiny room without overdoing it is by using multiple shades of the same color. For example, if you like the color blue, paint an accent wall a cool blue, then accessorize with a cobalt rug, turquoise lamps, and navy throw pillows. The shades will play together and add instant excitement to the tiny room. Balance the color with pops of a neutral color to not overwhelm the small space.       Focus on Accessories - Because you’re working with a smaller space, sometimes colorful walls can overdo it. If this is the case, stick with neutral paint and instead, add in pops of color through accessories and fixtures. For example, add pops of green to your office with plants, a green desk or chair, green desk lamp, or green wall art. The green accessories will be eye-grabbing against a neutral wall. Try Two Tones - Sometimes to make color work in your space you need to balance it with another color. Two colors can complement each other bringing vibrant life to the tiny space, and can help separate the room into smaller, cozier sections. By doing this, you can even make your small space actually appear larger than it really is.    Complimentary colors work great for this technique!Complimentary colors:-blue and orange -yellow and purple-green and redPairing a neutral, like gray or black, or pairing two warm colors or two cool colors can also work in a small space. Whatever suits your preference!     Top or Bottom Wall Paint - When painting interior walls, rich and dark colors can overwhelm a small space, but this doesn’t make them unusable! These colors work great when you paint just the top or bottom portion of the wall. This will create balance and geometric interest in the tiny space. Use crown molding to separate the color from the non colorful part of the wall. This technique works great in hallways and bathrooms.   Back Painted Shelving - Sometimes when it comes to color in your space, less is more. For example, you don’t want a ton of color in your home office because it may distract you from getting your work done. Try painting just the back of your shelving. The pop of color will be just enough to liven up a space without being too overpowering.                 Source

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Spectacular Spaces; Outdoors Edition

Taking the time to make your backyard as inviting as possible is just as crucial to securing a buyer as the interior staging process is! Outdoor living space is often just as important to buyers as the kitchen and living room are, especially during prime outdoor entertaining months in the summertime. Take it from our team of Professional Home Stagers, who have put together these tips to make sure your outdoor space looks spectacular to prospective buyers. 1. GIVE IT A GOOD SCRUB Cleaning isn’t just a must for your home’s interior, it’s a must for the outdoors, too! Remove dust and dirt from your patio, walkways, stairs, window ledges, and outdoor furniture. Finally, hose down the concrete, you may need to use a pressure washer to wash away those stubborn layers.  2. REFINE THE LANDSCAPINGAdding a fresh layer of mulch overtop tired looking dirt, patchy grass, and flower beds will go a long way. It will make your outdoor space look and smell brand new and well taken care of. To go the extra mile, plant some flowers in those beds and get rid of any weeds that may be visible. 3. FURNISH THE SPACEYou want buyers to visualize themselves in your space, so it has to look inviting and liveable. To make this happen, furnish your patio, deck porch, or any areas that let you naturally incorporate furniture and decor (our stagers recommend adirondack chairs). Put out a bistro table and chairs with a vase of flowers on top, or if space allows, a patio dining table or a conversation set of a loveseat and chairs. And don’t forget to remove those grill covers! 4. REMOVE WINDOW SCREENSWindow screens should be removed before you have listing photos taken of your home. This will make them look shiny and clean and allow for the most natural light. 5. POOL CAREMake sure your pool is open and looking it’s best for photos and open houses! Skim the surface to remove debris and leaves to give it that crystal clear look. 6. MAKE IT A SHOWSTOPPERIf you have fountains, outdoor lighting, outdoor fans, fireplaces or pits- turn them on for showings. It will amp up the appeal of the space (go ahead and add some drama!) After all, you want to show off everything your space has to offer.   If you’re looking to buy or sell your home, contact us today and we will make sure your space looks spectacular for showings!

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