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The Most Challenging Load In Ever - Staging a 1.3 Million Dollar Home

By David Peterson

Home Stager with Synergy Staging ~ specializing in vacant home staging

November 11, 2008 01:57 PM

Here is a look at the latest project that Synergy Staging completed.

We recently staged this gorgeous home that was newly constructed in Lake Oswego, Oregon. It has spectacular views with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3 car garage, bonus room, media room, wine cellar, and all the bells and whistles. We were thrilled to have the opportunity to stage it.

The biggest challenge we faced was actually getting into the home. The driveway has a steep incline and 90 degree entrance from the street. Then there are three flights of stairs to the front door! Defintely our most difficult and challenging load in to date. Can you say exhausting?

While we were doing a property walk through with the builder we were discussing the benefits of staging a vacant home. Knowing the issues with the driveway he jokingly asked, "Can you stage the driveway?" That was a first! =)

Do you have any of your own crazy load in stories to share?

Synergy Staging - Exterior

Here are a few of the Before & After photos

Living Room with soaring ceiling and wall of windows

Kitchen with loads of counter space and large breakfast nook

Huge master bedroom with views for miles

Luxurious Master Bath

Guest Bedroom on the main floor with a private bath.

There a few more pictures in the Portfolio on our website.

For more information on this property please contact Kathleen McElderry of RE/MAX Equity Group - 503-635-2660

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This vacant property was staged by Synergy Staging. Let us help you make your property irresistible. Please call us at (503) 557-2244 for a free no obligation quote.

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Jessica Hughes

Ambiance Staging - Boulder, CO

David~ thanks for stopping by my blog! I just wanted to give you a nod! Your work if Fab, and I really love the 4 cubes with glass over coffee table, I'll have to use that sometime!

Nov 12, 2008 04:24 AM

Chrissie Sutherland

Ready Set Stage - Greensboro, NC

You got to work and get your step aerobic workout at the same time. Very nice job. It looks great. Bless your heart doing that with the stairs.

Nov 12, 2008 10:21 AM

David Peterson

Synergy Staging ~ specializing in vacant home staging - Portland, OR

Home Stager Portland OR-Synergy Staging-Portland Oregon

Jessica ~ Thanks for dropping by *my* blog! And thanks for the nice words. The 4 ottoman's that make up the coffee table has been a great piece to have in our inventory. This is only the 2nd house we've used it in so far.

Chrissie ~ We certainly did get a workout that day! Nothing like killing two birds with one stone. Appreciate your compliments - thanks!

Nov 12, 2008 11:28 AM

Tania Beaudet

Tania b. Studio Staging and Design - San Francisco, CA

Great Job! Stairs, Stairs and more stairs, that is a big challenge. Did you happen to charge him extra for the stairs?

Congrats!

Nov 12, 2008 12:35 PM

Margaret Oscilia

Creative Concepts-Home Staging and Contracting, Salem Oregon - Salem, OR

Home Stager, Salem Oregon

Gorgeous job David -- and I'm sure quite the workout! We had one job this summer that was one flight up - with a turn and a landing. It was 100 degrees when we moved the furniture in - received an offer -- destaged 97 degrees. Then we got a call that the offer fell through -- restage 90 degrees! I joked with the guys I hired to help move that we only stage when it's over 90 degrees! (I was doing the hard work of placing the furniture - not huffing it up those steps!)

Nov 12, 2008 04:18 PM

Michelle Minch

Moving Mountains Design Home Staging, Pasadena, CA - Los Angeles, CA

Home Staging Los Angeles and Orange County, CA

David: We recently staged a similar home. It was very hot and at the end of the day, I had lost 5 lbs. -literally- from trudging up and down the driveway and (only) 2 flights of stairs. The house had an elevator, but it hadn't had its final inspection, so we couldn't use it. I really felt bad for the furniture delivery guys. The builder eventually regraded the driveway so that it was less steep since that seemed to be the only sticking point with several buyers who had seen the house and expressed interest.

BTW - you did a lovely job staging your client's house. I love the colorful pillows and artwork. Very nicely done.

Nov 12, 2008 04:27 PM

David Peterson

Synergy Staging ~ specializing in vacant home staging - Portland, OR

Home Stager Portland OR-Synergy Staging-Portland Oregon

Tania ~ Yes, the additional time and labor was calculated into the Staging fee.

Margaret ~ Thanks so much! Doesn't sound like that was such a fun property either! For the reason you indicated, that's why we always our clients to keep the property staged until the deal is closed. The little amount they save on getting it out early is nowhere near have to re-stage the entire property.

Michelle ~ Trudging up and down the driveway is not easy. We were able to get our truck to the top of the driveway the first day, but on the second it was raining and it was not safe to drive up. I do think the driveway will be a sticking point for this house as well. Thanks for the kind words - I always appreciate your feedback.

Nov 13, 2008 03:08 AM

Tanya Venable

Orlando, FL

SEO, Mobile SEO, and Internet Marketing Consultant

David - you do truly fantastic work! It all looks wonderful, but I love that chaise in the last picture. Best wishes on a quick sale.

Nov 13, 2008 03:42 AM

Fernando Rosado

West Palm Beach, FL

561-906-0050 or 561-840-8950

David ~ two words "Simply Exquisite"

Nov 13, 2008 06:29 AM

David Peterson

Synergy Staging ~ specializing in vacant home staging - Portland, OR

Home Stager Portland OR-Synergy Staging-Portland Oregon

Tanya ~ Thanks! That chaise is new and a piece we really love as well. Quick sales are tough at this price range in this market, but we'll see what happens!

Fernando ~ Two words - Thank you! Appreciate your comments as always.

Nov 13, 2008 08:34 AM

Cindy Bryant

Redesign Etc. Home Staging - Houston, TX

"Houston Home Staging Pros"

Great job and great photos. I had a client that purchase two of those mirrors when I went shopping with him, they were so heavy, I'm afraid they are going to make the wall fall down!

Nov 13, 2008 02:47 PM

David Peterson

Synergy Staging ~ specializing in vacant home staging - Portland, OR

Home Stager Portland OR-Synergy Staging-Portland Oregon

Cindy ~ The large mirror we purchased at IKEA. It's a great staging piece. We've always leaned it as they are quite heavy. Thanks for stopping by and the nice words.!

Nov 14, 2008 08:28 AM

Maureen Bray Portland OR Home Stager ~ Room Solutions Staging

Room Solutions Staging, Portland OR - Portland, OR

"Staging Consultations that Sell Portland Homes"

David ~ You and Nik did a great job as always....but your contract should insist on an elevator next time!! LOL

Nov 14, 2008 09:09 AM

David Peterson

Synergy Staging ~ specializing in vacant home staging - Portland, OR

Home Stager Portland OR-Synergy Staging-Portland Oregon

Maureen ~ We'll work on adding that elvator clause!!! Thanks for the comment. See you soon.

Lin ~ Thanks! Your trick was good idea, but we didn't remove the glass for that high angle shot - it just sort of disappeared at that angle. Appreciate your feedback.

Nov 15, 2008 04:34 PM

Kimberley Hawley

Hawley Interiors & Staging - Caledon, ON

Hawley Interiors & Staging

David, Wow! what a fabulous home and excellent home staging. You did a super job. I love the bar stools in the kitchen...Want them for my own house, where did you find them? Kim

Nov 16, 2008 10:35 PM

Connie Tebyani

Platinum Home Staging, Inc. : RESA-Pro - Calabasas, CA

Platinum Home Staging, Los Angeles and Ventura County

The only story I can share is earlier this year we did a home that, in all, was FIVE (yes, 5) floors - NO elevator....need I say more?

You did a fab job and I love the mirrors over the end tables in the master!

Nov 17, 2008 12:57 AM

Melissa Marro

Keller Williams First Coast Realty - The Marro Team - Orange Park, FL

Jacksonville Real Estate and Home Staging

Great job! I particularly like the green chaise... where did you get it or is it rental?

Nov 17, 2008 01:03 AM

David Peterson

Synergy Staging ~ specializing in vacant home staging - Portland, OR

Home Stager Portland OR-Synergy Staging-Portland Oregon

Kimberly ~ Appreciate your feedback. The stools are from Pier One. They are on clearance right now - so you better hurry!!!

Connie ~ 5 floors with no elevators - that is too much! I can't imagine that was a quick sale! Thanks. Those mirrors are some of our favorites pieces to use in bedrooms.

Melissa ~ Thank you! The green chaise is a great piece. We purchased it from a local furniture store in Oregon and it was the last one from the floor. Hope you can find something similar in your area - it's a great piece for this type of room.

Nov 17, 2008 06:01 AM

Kathy Riggle

STAGING SMART N SOLD - Houston, TX

Houston Home Staging

The staging in every room looks so crisp and inviting. Love the orange accents.

Nov 28, 2008 04:22 AM

David Peterson

Synergy Staging ~ specializing in vacant home staging - Portland, OR

Home Stager Portland OR-Synergy Staging-Portland Oregon

Kathy ~ Thanks for the feedback. Orange is one of our favorite colors to accent with.

Nov 30, 2008 06:20 AM

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