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Designing for the Stars: Happy Birthday VIRGO!

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Home Stager with Owner, The Refreshed Home White Plains NY

It's pretty simple to craft a happy space for those born under the sign of Virgo (August 21-September 20). They are consistent, detailed, precise, meticulous. And worriers...big worriers. SO-wait for it- simple...but not necessarily easy. Well, ok, as long as you keep anything loud, bling-y, fussy or high-maintenance out of the picture it's easy.

Virgo is not a dominant sign like Scorpio, or Leo...used to think I didn't know too many of them, but turns out I know many. Virgos abound in any occupation that is equal parts focus on detail, and compassion for the human condition: Education, architecture and engineering, law, politics and medicine. AND OHYES< Real Estate.

Not usually not the loudest people at the party, or the ones wearing (driving, listening to, fill in the verb of your choice) the latest and hottest whatever. But they are not pushovers, not by any stretch. And a solid pal-neighbor-co-worker you can count on? Every day, and twice on Sunday.

Decorating is not just about how something looks, it's how someone's underlying values and needs are recognized, and addressed:  for Virgos, start in the bathroom.

Despite their quiet nature, Virgos can worry themselves into a frazzle...the infamous ad "Calgon, take me away!" was probably conceived by a Virgo. They need a soothing environment, where they soak-or steam- their troubles away; give them big fluffy towels in soft blues, greens, jades, even plums.

One of the clearest way to a Virgo's heart is a BIG medicine cabinet and linen closet. All their worrying, they tend to keep a lot of OTC remedies at hand...antacids to vitamins, they need space to hold it all, and make it easy to organize. Mirrors are big, too. They're not overly wrapped up in what other people think if them, but being impeccably well-groomed is part of what makes them feel organized and right with the world.

Virgo's fastidious nature carries all through their space. Fussy fabrics, convoluted floor plans, conceptual art is not the way to go here. No plan-or 'winging it" will not be well-received. They are drawn to details, done well. Simple lines, crisp tailoring, in classic colors and materials make them happy. A leather Chippendale-style wing chair (in a even, a.k.a. corrected leather) and (exactly spaced, highly polished) nail head trim is a perfect metaphor of their decorating style.

They are frugal, but not miserly. Waste is upsetting, so "green" choices, or anything that can be re-purposed is very appealing. In that same line, a big repeat on the draperies-where there would be waste, to match the pattern-will not fly.

"Home" is a very special place to most Virgos, and they cherish what is done well, and provides comfort to them, their friends and loved ones. Simple, and when you really understand what is dear to them, easy as well.

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Our spaces affect us profoundly...and so many other parts in our life fall into place when our spaces and possessions serve us in the best way they can. But getting there is much more than a pursuit of pleasing aesthetics.

 

Decorating and Staging are different, but much of the skill sets overlap, and each creates unique solutions that considers the needs, goals, resources, expectations, hopes and dreams of each client.

Bettering Westchester, Putnam and lower Fairfield counties since 1981, The Refreshed Home works collaboratively, and brings a thoughtful approach to the creative process. Proud to make a difference, as well as make a living. Offering specialty services such as remote and buyer consults, listing photo/video styling, guided and accompanied shopping, and accessory rental. We get in, get out, and you get on with your life.  Talk to me TODAY about how we can better your space!

  

                    

 

Marie Graham ASP, IAHSP, IDS Your Stager With A Mission!

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Comments (6)

Belinda Spillman
Aspen Lane Real Estate Colorful Colorado - Aurora, CO
Colorado Living!
Hi Marie, I can't wait to see what you write about saggitarius. I can only imagine. Wild free spirited. Tha t would be me. Good to know all these things about virgos. Maybe I should start asking buyers their sign and then find out from you what is important to them in a home. Hey this could be a new sideline to your business. I love it
Sep 15, 2012 05:04 AM
Marie Graham
Owner, The Refreshed Home White Plains NY - White Plains, NY
Westchester County Interior Decorator, Home Stager

Your wish is my command :) http://therefreshedhome.com/category/zodiac-styles/   Still have a while to get to Saggitarius, but stay tuned!

Sep 15, 2012 05:13 AM
Chris and Dick Dovorany
Homes for Sale in Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero, Florida - Naples, FL
Broker/Associate at Premiere Plus Realty

Interesting way to decorate.  I'd love to know if black and white ultra modern are for Aries because my last 7 houses have all looked the same, lol.  Now I know why.

Sep 15, 2012 07:20 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good afternoon marie. I remember the clalgon take me away line and use it often. I don't think you need to be a Virgo or appreciate your thinking.

Sep 15, 2012 07:29 AM
Nick T Pappas
Assoc. Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, Broker/Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Huntsville AL - Huntsville, AL
Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

Hello Marie, I've never put a lot of belief in the different signs, but it is interesting how close the profiles fit. I'm a Scorpio pretty much as described...I was told that two scorpios, male/female, would not get along...had a relationship that lasted 6 challenging years...still good friends, but not to be.

Sep 18, 2012 07:35 AM
Marie Graham
Owner, The Refreshed Home White Plains NY - White Plains, NY
Westchester County Interior Decorator, Home Stager

Oh Nick...a SCORPIO?? You know what they say about SCOPRIOS< don't you....but just in case you don't, stay tuned, it'll be their turn soon enough!

Sep 20, 2012 12:25 PM