As I sit here working in my office, I have a view of the Sparrows doing house r
enos for the Spring. They are busy removing bits of old nest from our bird houses so that they will be ready for next year's offspring.
We humans also turn our attention to the inside of our homes this time of year. After all we are going to spend more time inside as the weather gets colder.
If you keep the 'shell' of your home neutral it is easier to change your decor with the seasons. By changing the accessories like pillows, throws and accent pieces your home can have a whole new look.
As a Home Stager, my clients are usually focused on preparing their homes for sale. The Seller who has a neutral color on the walls and floors is ahead of the game. Buyers prefer a neutral 'shell' because it means they can bring any color of furnishings with them and settle in with the least amount of trouble.
Sometimes, I have clients who want help setting up their new home. They fell in love with the house but are now having difficulty fitting their lifestyle into it.
This is when my sense of space and traffic flow come in handy. With an impartial new set of eyes I can ask them what they need the house to do for them. I help them prioritize their needs and perhaps see a dining room as the playroom they need on the main floor. That dining space may be possible in another area.
We can talk about updating light fixtures that will fit their 'style' and make their new house feel like 'home'. If they are going to make changes to the shell of the home, I still recommend staying with a neutral they love. Some day, they will be moving on and there will be less work.
Don't be afraid of neutrals. They are no longer boring beige and can have so many benefits.
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