The problem with split-level entrances

  Home staging tip: Split-level foyers are usually small landings with two flights of stairs, one going up and one going down, and most of the times the living room or the family room is located on the level right above it. The problem with these entrances is that if the sofa is placed against the railing, […]

The thing about rug placements

  Home staging tip: Rugs have to follow some sort of pre-existing alignment in order to provide a visual balance. In this room, the rug doesn’t follow the direction of the walls, however, it is in line with the direction of the seating arrangement. Home staging by Francesca Tosolini Listing by Maria Danieli Photos by Francesca Tosolini  

Two birds with one stone

  Home staging tip: Light is an essential element especially for rooms that are dark even when it is sunny outside. In this case, we replaced the two bookcases that were displaying personal photos (a no-no in home staging) with two identical lamps and consoles. This way, not only we added the well-needed light, but we also made […]

How to deal with gym equipment in home staging

  Home staging tip: A family or a living room should never be turned into a gym if your intention is to sell your house. Gym equipment takes a lot of space and distracts the viewer from the real purpose of a room. Home staging by Francesca Tosolini Listing Rick McGuire (Coldwell Banker Bain) Photos by Vista […]

Staging a new construction home

  Home staging tip: “New construction homes benefit from home staging as well because it creates a better and long lasting first impression”. Home staging by: Francesca Tosolini Listing by: Rico Mangialardi and Rip Warendorf  Professional photography by: Francesca Tosolini Construction by: PMC General Contractors  

Opening up a space

Home staging tip: “I’ll probably never stress enough the importance of opening up a space when it comes of selling your house. Buyers love space, therefore rearrange the furniture in order to create more flow and not to show the back of the furniture whenever possible”. Home staging consultation by: Francesca Tosolini Listing by: Christine Kipp […]