Thursday, June 29, 2017

By John Voket To everything there is a season - even when it comes to home staging. For those selling your home this summer, you will be thrilled to learn that Megan Morris from professionalstaging.com recently released her top successful home staging trends for the summer.

According to Morris, folks planning to stage their home should pay attention to the following:

Warm Textures. Throughout 2016, Morris says she saw rustic textures and surfaces rising in popularity in home staging and design. Textiles like reclaimed wood and cork bring a lot of character to a space while remaining neutral - an important aspect to home staging. Add some warm, natural textures to your home staging to create the perfect balance and make buyers feel at home.

Contemporary Glamour. Morris says this look takes the clean lines of contemporary design and accents it with some luxurious touches like faux fur, and metallic or glass surfaces. Contemporary glamour creates comfortable but upscale spaces that are simple but lavish - and buyers love how it makes them feel like they are somewhere special while still capturing a modern sensibility.

Taupe. Sherwin Williams named it their Neutral Color of the Year, as it offers a warmer neutral cross between gray and brown that fits with the overall desire for a cozy, yet contemporary space. Pair it with white and black to create some beautiful contrast that is perfect for home staging.

Green. Pantone announced their 2017 Color of the Year to be Greenery, which Morris calls a fabulous choice for both home staging and residential design because it is "nature’s neutral." It pairs wonderfully with taupe, which is ideal with rustic touches like wood and cork. She suggests incorporating the color in textiles, like pillows or a throw, or using it in a more subtle way by placing some actual greenery in the form of plants around your home.

Copper Accents. Morris says copper has an antique look to it that brings a lot of character to a space and is completely timeless. Not only can it take on a glamorous vibe, it can also look more rustic and masculine, depending on the sheen and how you use it. Another great thing about copper is its health benefits: it reduces more than 99.9 percent of bacteria, making it perfect for high bacteria areas like the kitchen sink, faucets, and hardware.

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