The Clients are fantastic...carte blanche...

go ahead..."the only thing is that our 3 year old daughter is "funky"...likes Ed Hardy."

So I knew I couldn't do the traditional pink or purple...something different, but still "Little girlish".

I had the picture above the bed commissioned by a local artist..it's a watercolour. Great investment.

The furniture is Canadian made; birch wood. The platform bed includes 6 storage drawers in the base of the bed.

The armoire is "Mary-Kate and Ashley" furniture from AP industries. The finish is called a "distressed white". Paint colour used is "Decorator's White" by Benjamin Moore on 3 walls, and the focal wall is called "Lemon Drops".

The girls name is "Summer"...what better colours and theme to pick??

Still waiting upon two pictures above the red chair to complete the look.

Before, Summer didn't want to play in her room. Now, she doesn't want to leave it!

THAT.. makes me happy!

 Call Platinum Home today for assistance with your project!

Julia Fedak, IRIS, CSP

Platinum Home Designs

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404/ b. 905.561.1916

It's all in the details..........

light fixtures, cohesive colours, utilizing many different textures...

as they say..pictures speak volumes..so I won't

Call Platinum Home Staging and Design today for a consult!

Let us provide you with a fantastically beautiful space!

Julia Fedak, CSP, IRIS
Platinum Home Staging and Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404/b.905.561.1916

www.platinumhomestagingdesign.com

Kitchen Renovations -well worth the short term inconvenience

The inconvenience? Not being able to cook for a bit---(apparently an inconvenience :) )

-the trade off? A fantastic space that everyone can enjoy and feel comfortable in; after all, it really is the heart of the home.

So what's great about this kitchen?

**Remember; the more textures you use in a room, the more interesting it is. BUT...there's a fine line..you don't want to make it look choppy.

The material on the counter we chose is a beautiful brazilian granite called "Titanium". It has black, dark and light grey's, and some hits of golden and opaque colour. A ton of movement, and not overly repetitive.

We transitioned the dark counters with the maple cabinets by utilizing a backsplash that would help dampen the high contrast of the space. It is a gorgeous 1" glass tile in some light, dark grey's and black.

The glass tile was chosen to add more light reflection, and ensured to add the undercabinet lighting to highlight the fantastic backsplash.

The pendant lighting adds colour and warmth to the space and picks up on the warm cabinet colour.

The colour we used on the ceiling is a very cool light grey to add softness to the space, as opposed to a typical white, cold ceiling. The walls a taupe with a green undertone to compliment the cupboard wood tone and cut down on their "orange" tone.

We have introduced some iron accessories to add yet another texture in the lighting, table and chairs.

 The kitchen also boasts an elegant granite sink and brushed nickel, goose necked tap with a pull out head/hose for convenience.

We have utilized undercabinet lighting to highlight the backsplash, and it's great task lighting.

Let me know your thoughts!

If you're looking to get your kitchen renovation completed with top quality that reflects your style, call on

Platinum Home Staging and Design to beautify your space!

Julia Fedak, CSP, IRIS
Platinum Home Staging and Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"  c. 289.260.9404/ b. 905.561.1916

www.platinumhomestagingdesign.com

I get this hesitation time and time again with my clients

They are nervous about painting their cupboards.

Even if they are dated--the arguement being, the wood is in good condition.

Every situation is different and must be evaluated so.

However, most often than not...it needs to be done.

So don't be afraid...seek out a paint brush and start with the inside door if you are nervous.

Well...pictures speak louder than words.

You decide...the right thing to do?

Master Bedroom Ensuite Bathroom

After

Main Bathroom Before

After

For all of your design, decor, and staging needs, call.....

Julia Fedak, Design Consultant and Home Stager

Platinum Home Staging and Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404

b. 905.561.1916

www.platinumhomestagingdesign.com

Staging Sold This Home in East Hamilton Mountain!!

This client had her home on the market for 3 months with no offers!

She took her sign down, and decided to start from scratch to get it in a desirable state.

With a small budget, some elbow grease, and the expertise of Platinum Home Staging Design, the house went back on the market and sold within 2 weeks!

Platinum Home Staging helped the homeowner prioritze her funds to get her the best return on her investment. Alongside the advice, Julia Fedak of Platinum Home and her assistant enhanced the appearance of the home with just a few rented furniture and decor pieces.

LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM

BATHROOM

Call Platinum Home Staging Design today to help YOU maximize your return on YOUR home!

Platinum Home Staging Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404

b. 905.561.1916

www.platinumhomestagingdesign.com

HOMEOWNER'S and AGENTS!!!!

I have heard it several times...

"The owner doesn't feel that staging is worth it..."

"The owner's don't want to put the work in the home...too much effort....""

Well....I'm here to let you in on the strategy that successful agents and owners use...

the market IS slowing down...

thats why it is even MORE crucial to utilize staging!!! Stand OUT before others!

Secondly, you can't dispute statistics...

please read the following testimonials  from an agent and a seller.........SOLD on the amazing results of Staging!

Your home is probably your largest investment.....ensure you get your largest return!

"Wow.....staging works!  I listed a 2 bedroom condo and it sat on the market for 6 weeks with no offer.  Why?  It was vacant - not a stitch of furniture anywhere.  So.....my seller and I decided to hire Julia Fedak at Platinum Home Staging Design.  The result?  We had 2 offers within 6 days of staging the home!!  Julia made the space look welcoming and inviting which allowed the potential buyers to picture themselves living there.  She provided all the furniture and decor and truly brought the unit to life!  I'm happy to say the property sold for 99% of asking price and was one of the highest sales in the complex!  Thank you so much Julia for your hard work and professionalism.  You got the job done fast and right and went above and beyond co-ordinating everything with me, my seller and even the property management company.  I have learned that staging definitely works and is worth the financial investment.  I look forward to recommending Julia to my future clients - she is truly first class!"
 
Holly Moist
Sales Representative
RE/MAX Garden City Realty Inc., Brokerage
720 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON
(905) 333-3500 

"Selling your home can be a stressful time.  We had our home up for sale
for
3 months and decided to take it off the market because we had no
offers.  I
knew we had to do something and I took the leap and called Julia.
  Julia was
very professional, but at the same time very easy to work with.  My
family
was skeptical, until they started to see the transformation.  Paint
colour
changes, rearranging of furniture, some additional furniture and
accessories
and I wasn't sure I wanted to sell anymore.  But sell we did, in only 2

weeks. So now my family says:  get Julia to come in to your new house
and
have her work her magic so that your new home will look just as great
as the
old one you left. They have all agreed that home staging played a
significant part in the selling of our home. Thank you Julia, a truly
understanding, knowledgable professional!"

Judy Hitchen, Homeowner, Government of Canada

Julia Fedak, CSP, IRIS
Platinum Home Staging Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404

b. 905.561.1916

www.platinumhomestagingdesign.com

So How Are You Going to Make Your Listing Stand Out From the Rest?

There are a lot of homes on the market right now.  Many of them just sitting.....for a long time. Waiting for the "right" buyer.

Well, you can't really do much about size and location....but you can certainly create a real WANT for your property.

This is an example of that.

This condo is in a great area of town. There are several of these that were/are up for sale.

They showed it empty. It sat, without one offer, on the market for 6 weeks.

After it was Staged, it firmed up an offer in 9 days!

Just another example of why we need to stage our properties!

Julia Fedak

Platinum Home Staging Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404

b. 905.561.1916

www.platinumhomestagingdesign.com

Living Room After

Master Bedroom After

Julia Fedak, CSP, IRIS

Platinum Home Staging Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404

b. 905.561.1916

www.platinumhomestagingdesign.com

So why is it that when we buy shoes, we make sure that they fit properly....but when we buy furniture...a much larger investment, we don't plan and take measurements???

Unfortunately, I see this all the time. People call me in after they have purchased couches, chairs, loveseats, tables....

can I help them???.. something"doesn't feel right". It just doesn't seem to fit...or does it?

Let's discuss some basis principles when picking out furniture.

-Firstly, what is your budget...and how will it be dispersed?

-Secondly, look how you and/or your family will live in the space.Will you watch t.v., read books, and play games?

-How much seating is required? Do you have company over frequently?

-What furniture pieces are needed, or best suited for the space?

-Measure out the size...length and depth.

-Don't forget about "visual weight", In other words, two couches may be the same length and fit in the space; however, one may suit the space better. If it's a narrow room, don't purchase anything with large roll arms and fat pillows. Conversely, be careful not to buy a small, sleek piece that may get lost in a large space, or a room with a vaulted ceiling. As well, consider colour. A  piece of furniture with dark fabric  will feel "heavier" in the room than the lighter fabric.

-Speaking of fabric....it's not only colour, but the type of fabric that you would like. Make sure you choose one of durability when you have young children and pets.

There are SO many factors when designing a space to suit your and your family's needs.

Consult with a professional before you purchase furniture that you CANNOT return, or is custom with a large restocking fee!

Julia Fedak, CSP, IRIS
Platinum Home Staging Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404/b. 905.561.1916

Serving the Hamilton-Wentworth, Halton, and GTA region.

This home sat on the market for 6 months---before Staging.

The client was getting anxious. They had already purchased a home in another province, and living there.

Once the listing expired, they hired another agent with a strong marketing plan.

This agent had recommended having the home staged, and the client agreed.

Just under 3 WEEKS after the staging, the home SOLD for 97% OF THE ASKING PRICE!

The client is thrilled that she no longer has dual expenses and can get on with life!

Here are some before and afters.

Before

AFTER

BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE

AFTER

Julia Fedak, CSP, IRIS
Platinum Home Staging Design

"Design for Living, Design for Selling"

c. 289.260.9404/ b.905.561.1916

www.platinumhomestagingdesign.com