MINIMALIST HOME WINDOWS

Since March, I have added several works to it, including a stained print of the three little bears from Goodnight Moon that I found on the sidewalk, a cat painting I bought on Etsy for only $20 because the artist admitted he wasn’t very good, and a massive and tacky reproduction of a vintage French wine advertisement, the kind sold on the pigeon-infested tourist promenades outside the Louvre. There is an ugly, mismatched, and rapidly growing art collection on my living room wall. If a potential buyer is able to imagine themselves and their family in your space it can be a powerful draw to wanting to purchase the property.Part of The Home Issue of The Highlight, our home for ambitious stories that explain our world. It not only highlights the house’s best features but also shows off the space's potential to possibly buyers – this means they are more likely to see themselves in the home and provides them space to think about how they might like to add to it themselves. Home staging transforms your house and can make it look brand new decluttering can do the same, and it contributes to that minimalist, depersonalized feel buyers love. Do you have to declutter to stage your home? Grey, black, and green are popular choices to improve your curb appeal. Consider front door ideas such as repainting it as surveys have shown that simple, neutral colors on the outside of your house are also most sought after. Investing in the look of your front door can also have an impact on how quickly your house could sell. When thinking about increasing your curb appeal start by getting rid of any weeds, sweeping your driveway and paths, and adding a pop of color with a few plants to create a simple, although well-manicured, front garden. Surveys have shown that a third of people would be put off of a home if it had an untidy garden and neglecting a space can knock up to 20% off of the value of your home. Use darker woods and decor pieces alongside warmer-toned metals like gold, brass, and copper to increase visual interest and establish a luxury finish. What’s more, Minimalist kitchens do not need to be stark white. Or, when staging a kitchen, add considered decor such as functional items like wooden utensils, stylized chopping boards, and hiding appliances to emulate a show kitchen.

Taking inspiration from the minimalist Scandinavian living room trend and incorporating natural elements such as jute, wool, and houseplants can also lead to very positive results. With 37% of house hunters saying unpleasant smells can put them off a property, appealing to a buyer's sense of smell can be just as important as controlling what they see. Minimalist living rooms can be made inviting by adding functional decor pieces such as coffee table books or scented candles. 'In a minimalist mindset, we focused on curating effusive objects for each room - vintage and contemporary pieces with genuine personality that could be expressed effortlessly, and without overcrowding the space.' adds Husband Wife (opens in new tab) team Justin Capuco and Brittney Hart. When staging a living room, for example, incorporate a multitude of textures through throws, cushions, rugs, and beautiful natural materials to create a cozy and alluring atmosphere. Curating and limiting furnishings within a given space creates “air” for potential buyers and renters to inhabit.' explains Leyden Lewis, designer and founder of Leyden Lewis Design Studio (opens in new tab). On the contrary, warmth and visual interest can be created by layering textures, light and dark neutral colors, and appealing to buyers' senses. 'Minimalism doesn’t always mean empty. There is a misconception that minimalist interiors are uninviting or lacking in character and it may be questionable to use the style for home staging. (Image credit: Husband Wife / The Brooklyn Tower) Couple this with cozy interior lighting from sources such as candles to create a rejuvenating, spa-like atmosphere and draw potential buyers in.

Where possible, increase the levels of natural light when staging a bathroom as these are often smaller, darker rooms, and natural light can increase the visibility in the room and offer great functionality. Naturally lit rooms can also appear bigger and draw in potential buyers who are looking for opportunities to redecorate a space themselves.

MINIMALIST HOME WINDOWS

‘Clean windows brighten up the whole apartment.’ You should also increase the amount of natural light in your space by thoroughly cleaning your windows, Johanna continues.

‘A property shows its best in bright natural light.’ explains Johanna, ‘ You should remove heavy curtains from in front of the windows and open all the blinds for both photos and apartment screens.’ Light is abundant in minimalism and is incredibly important to home staging.

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