Tip for Sellers: Dark Cluttered Office Transformed with Paint & Staging Help
This is one of the rooms in a Portland OR home we staged last week ... but the transformation is quite dramatic! Not only that, it was quick and easy, too ~ something anyone could do before putting your home on the market.
The main floor bedroom was being used by the sellers as a home office -- perfect use for the space. It was painted about 8 years ago when dark red was a very popular color. It was also overstuffed with furniture, making the space look much smaller than it really was.
Here's how the office looked BEFORE 
We recommended a lighter paint color to brighten up the room, and removal of the existing furniture. We then staged it lightly, letting buyers see the function of this space as an office.
And here's how it looked AFTER 
For a minimal investment, buyers don't have to "see past" a dark, cave-like room to imagine how they might use it. EASY!
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Maureen, what a big difference a little decluttering makes...the room is simply stunning. Happy New Year!
Maureen, what a great transformation, much more inviting.
Happy and Prosperous New Year
Carlotta ~ Just a little work is all it took! Happy New Year to you and yours!
Ted ~ Thanks for your feedback .... may you have a great 2012!
Maureen - This office looks HUGE now that excess items have been removed and a lighter paint colour employed. Happy New Year!
If I couldn't see the same view outside, I'd swear this was a different room - its simply glowing now!
I like my dark and cluttered office, which doubles as my Man Cave, but I can see where the other one works for most buyers.
Sally ~ It does look so much bigger! Hope you have a very Happy New Year!
Kim ~ Showing so much floor space makes such a difference -- thanks for stopping by.
Gene ~ I always say you should do whatever you like with your own home ... unless it's on the market :-) Thanks for reblogging!
Hi Maureen--I agree with Kim. I had to check the window because it's hard to believe this is the same space. I know you work miracles--just another fine example of what a great stager can do for a seller. Happy New Year!!!
WOW. The transformation is amazing. I keep checking out the before and after picture in disbelief. Awesome job, Maureen.
Congratulations. Your home staging is being featured in the group Staging Before and After Pictures.
Kathy
Maureen, I never get tired of looking at before and after photos. Nice job!
Janet ~ Thanks ... I wanted to show how such simple, easy changes can make a big difference. Have a wonderful New Year!!
Kathy N. ~ That is very kind of you to say, and the Feature is much appreciated ... thanks a bunch :-)
Kathy S. ~ I'm glad to hear that! I think most of us really enjoy seeing the transformations ... I love looking at everyone's, too.
Maureen -- No Way! I had to scroll up and down to see if that was really the same room! Awesome job!!! Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2012. See you next year!
More transformation miracles from professional real estate home stager Maureen!! What a major difference you helped these sellers accomplish. Another job very well done!
Barbara ~ Ha Ha so you had to look twice? Thanks for your approval :-) Much success to you in 2012!!
Ginger ~ Hope you're having fun this weekend (and perhaps a bit warmer?) Thanks for stopping by to comment. See you next year LOL!!
Maureen....What a difference! The room looks HUGH and the you now notice the beautiful view to the backyard which looks lush!
Maureen-That is truly an amazing transformation!!! It looks like a completely different room. You are a marketing wizard!!! Love the warm buttery color on the walls!
Oh. My. Oh my! I agree with Marianne - wonderful paint color!
Wow What a transformation! I had to scroll back up to see the before pic again. Great job (As usual)!
Wow Maureen, What a difference a little de-cluttering and paint made in this office transformation!
I'm sure the Realtors in Oregon love having you on their team!
Happy New Year!
Kathy ~ yes the room looks MUCH bigger and that is what buyers want ... space!! You're so right about the nice views too.
Marianne ~ All stagers have a bit of wizardry in their toolbags, right? Happy New Year to you and yours!
Julie ~ Thanks! that dark red was so gloomy. They had the same color in a powder room too so both rooms got the new color.
Margaret ~ We just love those rooms that show a big difference because they really illustrate for sellers and agents what a difference some light staging can make :-) Looking forward to seeing you in Vegas at the RESA conference!
Carla ~ nice of you to say ... I hope more Oregon Realtors make the decision to add a stager to their resource Team!! Best wishes to you for a successful 2012!
Michelle ~ Space and Light ... great way to define it!! Hope you have a very prosperous New Year!!
Maureen, you always make this look so easy. Such a dramatic difference in this room.
Aloha Maureen,
The furniture impressions left in the carpet...that's how i could tell it was the same room! Great job as usual!
Happy New Year!
Hi Tammie ~ This one was easy, for sure ... move everything out, paint, and lightly stage :-)
Hi Kimo ~ Ah, hmmmmm ... what was that? I guess I can't see them LOL ;-)
Hope your New Year is filled with every happiness!
Oh your too good!
Kimo I'm glad you enjoyed my little sleight-of-hand trick :-)