APPEAL

We've all heard how important curb appeal is to a buyer, however, that's not the whole story.  Some times the curb appeal can be fabulous yet as soon as you enter the front door it's all over but the quick exit.


Having a pleasing entry is so important for a good first impression.  If your home doesn't have a foyer, you can create the illusion of a foyer with pieces of furniture, plants, etc.  That way there is order and a sense of "landing" before entering further into the home.  With a large, open space leading to several rooms, the eye doesn't know where to rest.

FENG SHUI AND STAGING A HOME FOR SALE

Everyone is talking about staging a home these days, a relatively new concept...using feng shui has provided the same results for many thousands of years.

The similarities are interesting:  eliminating clutter, creating an inviting feeling as one enters the home, maximizing the best features of each room, using color to benefit the overall presentation.

Having been a student of feng shui for over 15 years, it is fascinating to stage a home and realize I'm using feng shui concepts in the process.  Eliminating that extra chair or ottoman, adding a vase or small fountain to draw the eye, removing unnecessary items from the kitchen counter, creating interesting seating arrangements that create a good traffic flow all are part of staging and feng shui.