http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/ Charlotte NC - Redesign + More is your resource for successfully selling your listings. en-us http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1652764/interior-home-design-makeovers-choose-your-countertops- <p><strong>Interior Home Design Makeovers</strong> - <strong>"Choose your Countertops"</strong></p> <p><strong>Redesign + More</strong> <strong>has great resources in</strong> <strong>Charlotte</strong> - <strong>Lake Norman</strong> - <strong>Statesville &amp;</strong> <strong>Hickory NC</strong></p> <p>Countertops must be useful and meet your needs and fit your d&eacute;cor.<br />It is appropriate to mix materials &ndash; stone for an island where guests gather and laminate at the kid&rsquo;s snack and homework zone. When comparing prices, consider durability and maintenance. In addition note whether each material is priced by the linear or square foot.<br /><br /><span>Countertop Material</span><br /><br /><strong>Bamboo &ndash; </strong>This replacement grass can be assembled using food-safe adhesives.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/9/2/6/8/ar127428923886291.jpg" height="173" alt="" width="179" /><br /><br /><strong>Butcher Block &ndash; </strong>Made from laminated wood, this is most excellent for baking areas and island tops. Seal with oil to increase moisture resistance. Allow knife marks to create a patina, or sand the surface for a smooth appearance.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/6/7/7/7/ar127428934377766.jpg" height="97" alt="" width="304" /><br /><br /><strong>Concrete &ndash; </strong>Cast in place or installed as preformed slabs, sealed concrete resists burns, stains, and scratches but is labor-intensive to install. Customize by adding in tints, texture, or inset shells, glass or other items.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/5/5/8/7/ar127428942578558.jpg" height="132" alt="" width="223" /><br /><br /><strong>Glass &ndash; </strong>Sleek and dramatic. Tempered glass comes in clear or translucent forms with a smooth or textured surface. Recycled composites glass is also an option. Glass is waterproof and heat-tolerant: use a cutting board to avoid scratches.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/3/5/7/1/ar127428947817538.jpg" height="149" alt="" width="222" /> &nbsp; <img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/0/6/2/6/ar127429007862607.jpg" height="134" alt="" width="147" /></p> <p><br /><strong>Granite &ndash; </strong>Today&rsquo;s most popular choice offers a variety of colors and patterns. Shopping at a stone yard costs more than ordering from a sample but lets you buy the exact piece you want. You may reduce the cost by using granite tiles or remnants instead of a single slab. Granite is durable and impervious to heat but requires professional installation and periodic sealing to repel stains.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/1/9/1/2/ar127428956621914.jpg" height="159" alt="" width="195" />&nbsp; <img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/9/2/7/1/ar127428965017296.jpg" height="160" alt="" width="170" />&nbsp; <img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/1/4/2/3/ar127428968732419.jpg" height="163" alt="" width="160" /><br /><br /><strong>Laminate &ndash;</strong> Laminate is affordable and comes preformed as a one-piece counter and backsplash in limited color choices. Custom ordering from a home center or kitchen dealer, and you will find hundreds of colors and patterns, some that even mimic stone, metal, or wood. Shaped edges or textured finishes are available as well. This material is easy to install but it has visible seams.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/8/8/2/6/ar127428973362887.jpg" height="164" alt="" width="225" /><br /><br /><strong>Marble &amp; Limestone &ndash; </strong>These stones are classic and luxurious, they&rsquo;re softer and more porous than granite, and they are most likely to scratch or stain.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/1/8/9/2/ar127428977729813.jpg" height="135" alt="" width="220" />&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/0/7/5/0/ar127428980205705.jpg" height="136" alt="" width="192" /><br /><br /><strong>Quartz-Surfacing &ndash;</strong> Also called engineered stone. This blend of ground quartz, resins and pigments produced consistent stone like patterns. It is nonporous, heat and scratch- resistant.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/6/3/8/2/ar127428989028365.jpg" height="147" alt="" width="251" /><br /><br /><strong>Soapstone &ndash; </strong>Soft and silky, soapstone chips more easily than granite. Like other stones it resists heat. Treat with mineral oil to repel moisture.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/2/1/3/9/ar127428995193125.jpg" height="168" alt="" width="255" /><br /><br /><strong>Solid &ndash;Surfacing &ndash;</strong> Shop for panels and veneers made of plastic resins in many colors and patterns. The nonporous material resists stains and scratches can be sanded out. Solid &ndash; surfacing sinks create a seamless installation.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/2/6/0/3/ar127429000430625.jpg" height="185" alt="" width="217" /><br /><br /><strong>Stainless Steel &ndash; </strong>Sanitary and stain proof. This surface complements a stainless steel sink and perfects a pro-style kitchen. Steel is heatproof, waterproof, with a shiny finish that shows scratches and fingerprints.<br />Ready- made sections fit standard counter sizes and custom installations fit others.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/4/8/7/7/ar127429014277849.jpg" height="161" alt="" width="239" /> &nbsp; <br /><br /><strong>Tile &ndash;</strong> Glazed ceramic or porcelain tiles come in many shapes, sizes, colors and are water &ndash; heat resistant. If they chip they are easy to replace. Every few years you may need to regrout.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/3/1/2/9/ar127429021892139.gif" height="166" alt="" width="175" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div> <div> <div><a href="http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=9953271133">NetworkedBlogs</a></div> <div> <span>Blog:</span> <a href="http://networkedblogs.com/blog/peggy_johnson_home_redesign_home_stager_charlotte_nc/">Peggy Johnson Home Redesign &amp; Home Stager Charlotte NC</a> <div>Topics:</div> <a href="http://networkedblogs.com/topic/Interior+Design">Interior Design</a>, <a href="http://networkedblogs.com/topic/Home+Redesign">Home Redesign</a>, <a href="http://networkedblogs.com/topic/Real+Estate+Stager">Real Estate Stager</a> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><a href="http://networkedblogs.com/blog/peggy_johnson_home_redesign_home_stager_charlotte_nc/?ahash=b02ab31b80843ec17a3ff41dc88879df">Follow my blog</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div> <div> <div><a href="http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=9953271133">NetworkedBlogs</a></div> <div> <span>Blog:</span> <a href="http://networkedblogs.com/blog/design_redesign_and_real_estate_staging_charlotte_nc/">Design, Redesign and Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC</a> <div>Topics:</div> <a href="http://networkedblogs.com/topic/Home+Staging">Home Staging</a>, <a href="http://networkedblogs.com/topic/Interior+Redesign">Interior Redesign</a>, <a href="http://networkedblogs.com/topic/Home+Improvements">Home Improvements</a> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><a href="http://networkedblogs.com/blog/design_redesign_and_real_estate_staging_charlotte_nc/?ahash=acd214fa56588fecb29a1f3f65e04f43">Follow my blog</a></div> </div> </div> </div><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; 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Retouch the front shell: </strong>If your property's exterior isn't appealing, no one will want to see your newly remodeled kitchen. So <strong>property sellers</strong> must first ensure that their <strong>home</strong> projects a cozy, inviting feeling. "The shell the outside front is probably the most important area for improvement, the area where you can make the biggest <strong>improvement </strong>with the smallest amount of cash," Touching up the paint on the front-entry portion of the house can be an inexpensive but effective way to make the entire property more inviting. "Really focus on that outside, external shell," You would be amazed by the amount of people that drive by a house and say, 'Ah, that's not for me.' And they can tell just by the way the upkeep and the outside looks."<br /><br /><strong>2. Trim the greenery:</strong> Ensuring that the lawn, hedges, and flowers are well maintained helps make your home more alluring to prospective buyers as well. Property owners can hire professional landscapers or break out the lawn mower and get busy themselves. "Many people have landscaping that is overgrown and too heavy, and it is concealing a lot of the house, trim the trees, trim the hedges and add a little color to the flower beds.<br /><br /><strong>3. Paint the interior:</strong> Putting a fresh coat of paint on the <strong>homes interior</strong> is a cost-effective way for <strong>sellers</strong> to make their home more appealing to buyers. But when choosing the color, homeowners should be conservative. "The caution is that your favorite color may not be the favorite color of the buyer." Instead, homeowners are best off using neutral colors. "Go with something that is a very light yellow or a light cream with a contrasting white, so it just looks very fresh and crisp. ... Having the paint in good condition is almost more important than the color."<br /><br /><strong>4. Don't forget the floors:</strong> Improving the condition of a home's flooring is also a smart move for sellers and you don't need to refinish wood floors or install new carpets to make them more attractive. "If it's a hardwood floor, has the floor been buffed?" If you have carpets, have the carpets been cleaned?"<br /><br /><strong>5. Make all major repairs:</strong> Because tighter lending standards demand higher down payments, today's home buyers won't have much cash left over for improvements once they've made their purchase. So it's imperative for sellers to make all major home repairs fixing the leaky roof, rebuilding the front stoop before they put the property on the market. "Repairs can't be ignored, because nobody has any extra money," to determine what needs to be done, <strong>property owners</strong> can scrutinize their homes themselves or bring in a home inspector to examine the property professionally. The home inspection piece is something that is a huge value, particularly if there is something that is a question.<br /><br /><strong>6. Put appliances under warranty:</strong> To give buyers more confidence in a home's appliances, recommends that sellers put them under warranty. Sellers can buy home warranties which cover repair and replacement costs for many home appliances from several different firms. "Example If&nbsp; you have a 40- or 50-year-old house, it is going to be harder for you to persuade a <strong>first-time</strong> <strong>home buyer </strong>with a limited amount of cash to buy it because they will say, 'Well, what happens if something breaks down? If you have a home warranty &hellip; that solves that problem."<br /><br /><strong>7. Make energy-efficient home improvements:</strong> Increasing your home's energy efficiency is another good way to make your property more attractive to buyers. Many such improvements such as new windows or better insulation come with federal tax benefits. In addition, a growing awareness of human impact on the environment means homes that have these upgrades will stand out from other listings. "If you have some cruddy old windows that are leaky and just not energy efficient, you can put in new replacement windows and take advantage of the tax credit, it's not green washing. Those are really practical things that make your <strong>house more sellable.</strong>" Many contractors will conduct a so-called energy audit free of charge to determine where efficiencies can be created "If your house is more energy efficient you use less energy, its better insulated it is going to be more desirable for a potential buyer." <br /><br /><strong>8. New light fixtures:</strong> Replacing old or broken light fixtures with new ones can also be a low-cost way to add value. Installing a nice new light fixture in the foyer near the home's entrance can be a particular benefit, he said, because it can make a strong first impression on would-be buyers. Creating an inviting feeling in the interior entryway, in turn, helps get home shoppers more interested in checking out the rest of the property. You do not have to redo the house, but you can update those features so that somebody can walk in and say, you know what? The homeowners took care of this.<br /><br /><strong>9. New stove in the kitchen:</strong> While some <strong>homeowners </strong>might think the only way to jazz up a dated kitchen is a full remodeling job, a much less costly alternative is buying a new stove. "If there is an updated stove in the kitchen, it is amazing how that draws people in, and people say, 'Wow, this kitchen is going to be great.&rsquo; While upscale <strong>homeowners</strong> may have to shell out for top-of-the-line appliances to maintain their kitchen's d&eacute;cor, others can budget well under $1,000 for the upgrade. You can get a really nice stove for $700 or $800, and you can basically have the look of a new kitchen that is going to be really enticing to someone and what you are really trying to do is differentiate your house from somebody else's.<br /><br /><strong>Property owners</strong> in neighborhoods where most homes have granite countertops can consider making this upgrade as well. This project makes sense only for homeowners with extremely dated kitchens that are going to serve as a serious impediment to finding a buyer. A real estate agent with experience in the local market can help you determine whether or not the upgrade is essential, he says.<br /><br /><strong>10. Freshen up the bathrooms:</strong> Getting rid of mildew stains on the bathroom caulking can boost a <strong>home's </strong>appeal as well. Such stains scream, these people haven't taken care of this house. It's going to be a money pit. Use a razor blade to remove the old caulk, and replace it with new, mildew-resistant caulk, and rather than remodeling the entire space, <strong>homeowners</strong> can reinvigorate a worn-down bathroom by replacing cracked sinks.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/0/4/4/2/ar126886997224409.jpg" height="251" alt="" width="309" /></p> <p><em><strong>Providing professional Real Estate Home Staging Services in Charlotte NC, including Concord, Davidson, Belmont, Lake Norman, Statesville, Hickory, Winston Salem North Carolina and South Carolina.</strong></em></p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; 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Detailed On-site <strong>Home Staging Consultation</strong>.<br /><br />▪&nbsp;&nbsp; Refrain from exchanging negative aspects about a client&rsquo;s <strong>home</strong>.<br /><br />▪&nbsp;&nbsp; Economize less marketing time means less money spent on advertising and more<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; money in your pocket.<br /><br />▪&nbsp;&nbsp; Marketing your <strong>staged listings</strong> builds integrity and offers a great advantage over the<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; competition. <br /><br />▪&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Home Stagers </strong>will establish a Top Ten Action Report to include the Key <strong>Rooms</strong> and More.<br /><br />▪&nbsp;&nbsp; All <strong>Realtor Agents</strong> redeem a discounted fee for a 1 hour <strong>home staging</strong> - consultation.<br /><br />▪&nbsp;&nbsp; If you refer an Agent and the Agent secures in a date for a consultation <strong>Redesign + More </strong>will give you and your referred agent $50 off the next consultation.</p> <p>▪&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Redesign + More</strong> will increase the marketing exposure by featuring every <strong>staged home</strong> - on our website with links to the <strong>Realtors </strong>listing page.</p> <p>▪&nbsp;&nbsp; In today&rsquo;s market we see more Realtors that appreciate and love to list an attractive beautiful - <strong>staged</strong> <strong>homes</strong>. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<strong> </strong><br /><br /><em><strong>Peggy Johnson and the team at Redesign + More is here to help you attract a range of buyers and more successful showings.</strong></em></p> <p><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Home Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/4/2/7/9/ar126375710997242.jpg" height="274" alt="Gift Certificates" width="515" /></a></p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; 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When it comes to staging your <strong>home</strong> for the <strong>holidays</strong>, our <strong>Redesign + More</strong> team offers our services to help plan and create a successful holiday staged home. There are some key areas to consider when <strong>staging</strong> your <strong>home </strong>for the<strong> holidays</strong>. Just because it is getting cold outside this doesn't mean the interior of your home has to appear cold too, bring on the warmth of the holidays but keep it tasteful, no clutter and set the stage for the holidays. Just because it's the holidays doesn't mean buyers aren't looking, and your home may spark an interest to a potential buyer. So plant the thought in a potential buyer's mind, add some holiday cheer and warmth, <strong>set the stage</strong>.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Adding Holiday cheer at the Curb-</strong> Do not confuse your lawn with large plastic holiday sculptures or vignettes, this can overpower the curb appeal of the home. Remember the first rule "First Impression". When you use outdoor lights, stick to one color and avoid the blinking/chasing lights... you do not want a potential buyer to keep driving you want them to stop and say "WOW"!&nbsp; I can see my family living in that home. Use the lights to highlight the architectural features of your home&rsquo;s exterior, without over doing it. Evergreen topiaries with white lights add some vibrancy to the front in winter. Wreaths on the door can be welcoming, just remember to keep them tasteful.<br /><br /><strong>Warmth and Festive Rooms</strong>&ndash; It&rsquo;s about maximizing square footage and maintaining proper flow. If you&rsquo;re a holiday village collector, this year you may want to think about skipping setting up the giant collection of your Christmas village. Instead, pick a couple of your favorites and display them in different locations around your home. Please remember although we all love to decorate for the season, keep your rooms de-cluttered and less is more. <br /><br />If you put up a Christmas tree, is it going to take up floor space that was otherwise clear before? Consider removing a different item, such as an extra chair, from the room in its place. Try to place your tree away from the natural flow of the room. You don&rsquo;t want buyers to be forced to go around obstacles any more during the holidays than any other time of the year. Watch where you lay your power cords! You don&rsquo;t want your guests to trip and fall over your cords. Also, cords that run across the floor look messy and taping them to the floor is not an option.<br /><br />Accessories on table tops, foyers, mantles and counters need to be thought out. For any accessory you add, there should be something removed. Otherwise, you&rsquo;re adding visual clutter. Holiday garland can be used on mantles or staircase railings, but try to keep from putting so much out that you can&rsquo;t see the mantle or the railing.&nbsp; Less is more!<br /><br />Be creative with your framed artwork. Find some festive wrapping paper with a simple, repeating pattern (not something that is too busy). Wrap your framed art like a present. Dress it up with ribbons and a bow. It doesn&rsquo;t take up any additional space, so it&rsquo;s a great way to do something fun and different. If you have a wall of family photos that should come down while your home is on the market, this is a great way to cover them up. As home stagers it is our job to explain to the homeowner where to place their tree and the time-frame to keep the tree up; most homeowners are very receptive to the idea. <br /><br /><strong>Selling a home</strong> can be a stressful time in a person's life and bringing in a few <strong>holiday decorations</strong> can be a good idea. A nice attractive Christmas tree up for a week or so will most likely not delay the sale of the home.&nbsp; <br /><br />Our team at Redesign + More is available to help you with your <strong>Home Staging and Holiday Decorating</strong> needs. If you are feeling some what stressed this time of year, we can take the burden off of you and set the <strong>holiday home selling stage</strong> for you.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<em><strong>Happy Holidays from Charlotte NC Home Stagers - Redesign + More Staging Homes for all Seasons<br />&nbsp;</strong></em></p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br /></a></p> &nbsp; <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p></div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Wed, 09 Dec 2009 21:39:59 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1377439/holiday-home-staging-charlotte-nc http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1344450/charlotte-nc-holiday-open-house- <p><img title="Holiday and Event Decorating Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/4/9/7/2/ar125858182427947.jpg" height="218" alt="holiday decorating" width="294" /> <strong>Charlotte NC Holiday Open House </strong>&nbsp; <br /></p> <p>Follow these steps to throw a <strong>Holiday Open House in Charlotte NC</strong><br /><br /><strong>It&rsquo;s all in the timing stick to a time frame</strong> - For a dessert<strong> open house</strong>; a three-hour window is perfect during the <strong>holiday </strong>season, either in the evening or afternoon. Keep in mind that an afternoon event will probably draw more people for two reasons: there aren&rsquo;t as many daytime party conflicts, and adults will bring their children. Plan quantities accordingly.<br /><br /><strong>Portion control </strong>- Have one or two substantial items to offer the guests who plan on hanging out for a while, plus nibble snacks for those who are party hopping.<br /><br /><strong>Bring on tradition</strong> Chances are good that your <strong>holiday open house </strong>will become an annual <strong>event,</strong> so throw in a tradition guests will relish from year to year, like a carol sing-along, signature drink, cookie exchange or secret Santa grab bag.<br /><br /><strong>Christmas clarity</strong> let guests know what to expect. State &ldquo;champagne and desserts&rdquo; or &ldquo;wine and cheese&rdquo; so they prepare and eat accordingly.</p> <p><strong>Open your house for the holidays and call Redesign + More for your holiday house decorating.<em><br /></em><br />Seasonal and Holiday Event Services &amp; Special Event Services -<br />Interior decorating design for holidays, special occasion decorating, events such as birthday parties, anniversaries and retirement parties. Let us handle all the event details so you can enjoy life without the </strong><strong>stress! <br /></strong></p> <p><img title="Holiday Home Decorating Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/7/8/ar125858190787192.jpg" height="240" alt="Holiday Cheer" width="261" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br /></a></p> &nbsp; <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p></div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:09:02 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1344450/charlotte-nc-holiday-open-house- http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1330672/home-staging-to-sell-in-the-cooler-months <p><img title="Home Staging Services North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/9/5/9/7/ar125788664079596.jpg" height="211" alt="Home Staging to sell firepit " width="289" /></p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com">Charlotte NC Home Staging </a>- to sell&nbsp; in the cooler months</strong></p> <p>During the spring and summer days when we see sunny skies and plenty of colorful flowers it can make a<strong> home </strong>more appealing to <strong>sell.</strong> Sometimes thats not an option and we must <strong>sell</strong> and<strong> stage </strong>our <strong>home </strong>during the shorter days and darker evenings of autumn and winter. Here are a few tips for making your <strong>home staging</strong> warm and appealing to potential buyers.</p> <p><strong>Curb appeal staging</strong> - Even without leafy trees and bright flowers,&nbsp;your yard and landscape can attract buyers if treated right. Remember that bare spots become more obvious in winter, so do what you can to camouflage them by laying mulch down around shrubbery and in flower beds. No one likes a messy yard in any weather, so keep it neat by making sure the yard is raked, the grass is evenly mowed and gutters are kept free and clear. To be competitive and to add that extra value to your listing, you have to think outside the box. And that literally means <strong>staging</strong> the kind of <strong>curb appeal</strong> that helps your <strong>home</strong> stand out from the other five or more on the same street.&nbsp; <br />&nbsp; <br /><strong>Attracting visual interest</strong> - Normally most people bring in the patio furniture when colder weather arrives; leave it out to create more visual appeal for potential buyers. A chimney or any portable outdoor fire pit is a neat touch for an outdoor patio or deck. Keep in mind faded and peeling paint or warped siding is even more obvious in the winter, so take care of all exterior touchups before listing your house. <br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Keep the interior of the home cozy </strong>- Set the furnace or central heat high enough to make the house as warm and comfortable as possible. Fireplaces are a big draw for potential buyers, so keep them free of dirt and clutter and arrange the <strong>room </strong>to highlight this feature. Get creative with warm touches - drape a warm throw over the sofa, or consider baking cookies or simmering cinnamon and other winter spices on the stove before showings. Those small touches will exude warmth and make your <strong>home </strong>feel cozy and welcoming.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Bring in light and some greenery</strong> - Light is especially important during the short, darker days of winter. So it&rsquo;s important to take full advantage of natural light. Bare trees allow your home to get more light on sunny days, so keep the blinds open. On drearier days, turn on all the lights to add brightness to each space.&nbsp;Green, leafy plants can also add warmth to the <strong>interior </strong>of your house and fresh flowers add a splash of color to any <strong>room</strong>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Redesign + More </strong>offers <strong>Vacant </strong>and <strong>Occupied</strong> - <strong>Home Staging in Charlotte NC</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><br /></p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br /></a></p> &nbsp; <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p></div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:13:39 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1330672/home-staging-to-sell-in-the-cooler-months http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1185362/exterior-home-improvement-charlotte-nc <p><em>Improving the curb appeal of your home can be an inexpensive</em><strong><em> home improvement&nbsp;</em></strong><em>and the&nbsp;improvements can transform </em><em>the entire look and feel of your </em><em>home.</em><strong><em> </em></strong><em>You can reap returns on a small investment</em>.&nbsp;</p> <p>1. Clean your yard,(limbs, debris and leaves)&nbsp;2. Apply fresh mulch,(important to make your <strong>home improvement </strong>look clean and well landscaped)&nbsp;3. Add color with flowers,(potted or hanging baskets add&nbsp;color to decks and porches)&nbsp;4. Upgrade your mailbox,(adding small flowers or shrubs around it)&nbsp;5. Upgrade your garage door,(by painting the door or replacing it with a carriage door) 6.&nbsp;Paint the front door with a color that pops like red or coordinate the paint color to your exterior colors. 7. Always make sure your entrance is well defined. 8. Change your exterior light fixtures and hardware on your exterior doors. 9. Coordinate the house numbers, light fixtures, door kick plates and door handles, matching finishes and style. (Finishes and styles like&nbsp;brass, copper, hand rubbed bronze or nickel) 10. Resurface your driveway or stain it, and consider staining your deck with a warm color.</p> <p>*Keep in mind that your backyard should be turned into an oasis this is a very important <strong>home improvement </strong>Create an outdoor room or rooms for entertaining, relaxing and dining by adding outdoor patio furniture using awnings and umbrellas or even a outdoor fireplace. (It adds to the the houses square footage of living space).</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br /></a></p> &nbsp; <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p></div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:50:30 -0400 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1185362/exterior-home-improvement-charlotte-nc http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1316522/charlotte-nc-home-staging-to-sell- <p><strong>Charlotte NC - Home Staging to Sell</strong> -&nbsp; It is essential to know what improvements to make, be precise about what you can expect to gain, and have a clear understanding of what is happening in the neighborhood.</p> <p><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Home Stagers Charlotte NC"><strong>Do Your </strong><strong>Home Staging to Sell Research -</strong></a><br />Before you think about <strong>selling</strong> a <strong>home</strong>, compare the <strong>home</strong> you plan to <strong>home</strong> <strong>stage </strong>and <strong>sell </strong>with other <strong>homes</strong> in the area. If a comparable property sold for $500,000 with a renovated kitchen and new appliances, don&rsquo;t think you can get the same $500,000 by repainting the kitchen cabinets and laying down new flooring.<br /><br />When you investigate other homes, take note of what upgrades have been made. Are the kitchens and baths fully renovated, with granite countertops, stone tile, custom made cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, or are they more ordinary? Are there up to date or brand new hardwood floors throughout? Recessed lighting? Finished basement? Is the electrical and plumbing up to date and upgraded?&nbsp; <br /><br /><strong>Enhance Exterior Home</strong> <strong>Landscaping</strong> -<br />Remove dying trees, bushes and flowers. Always trim overgrown areas. Replace dead grass with fresh sod. Plant evergreens, wreaths and potted urns in the winter months, and colorful blooms in spring and summer. Try using wood chips like chocolate or cedar-scented brands or gravel to economically cover large challenging areas this will enhance the <strong>homes exterior</strong>.<br /><br /><strong>Exterior Home Curb Appeal</strong> -<br />Repair flaking paint and dry-damaged windowsills and shutters. Paint the front and back doors as well as garage doors, and if needed, replace them. Repair or replace broken or non-working eaves troughs. Fix and replace any aging or broken fencing. Consider adding <strong>exterior </strong>lighting to enhance <strong>curb appeal</strong>.<br /><br /><strong>Update the Kitchen &amp; Bathrooms</strong> -<br />These are lasting focal points for potential buyers, keep in mind that you must find a balance between being cost-conscious and looking like you took the cheap avenue. Kitchens can cost between $15,000- $80,000, bathrooms can range between $6,000-$30,000. Check and compare to see what materials they use. If most of the homes in the neighborhood highlight granite countertops and brand new appliances, then you should do the same if you expect a similar price tag.<br /><br /><strong>Upgrade / Replace Flooring</strong> -<br />Check and compare in your neighborhood before you decide on what flooring you should choose. If all the <strong>homes</strong> in the area have new hardwood, don&rsquo;t lay down laminate, unless you want to <strong>sell </strong>your <strong>home </strong>at a lesser value.<br /><br />You can bring down costs by choosing synthetic opposed to natural stone tile, and sanding and re-staining hardwood instead of replacing it.&nbsp; You can save by having your carpet company bind large leftovers for bedrooms instead of installing wall-to-wall carpet.&nbsp; Do this only if the floor is hardwood and in good condition.<br /><br /><strong>Apply Paint when Home Staging -</strong><br />Paint more then the walls, paint everything the ceilings, closets, baseboards and interior doors. It will make the <strong>home</strong> feel clean, fresh and brand new. Note choose neutral paint colors.<br /><br /><strong>Replace Old Switch Plates -</strong><br />Nothing ages a homes property more than old, dated and discolored switch plates. Hire an electrician or do it yourself if you have the skills. Dimmer switches in dining rooms, kitchens and living rooms add an inexpensive touch.<br /><br /><strong>Install Crown Moldings -</strong><br />Adding crown molding is a nonstructural change that can recreate an interior. Stay away from poor quality versions from hardware chains that you can install yourself; they may save you money, but will look cheap. Choose a crown molding of significant size that matches the style of the house, and make sure there are no visible seams once installed. It&rsquo;s a good idea if you redo crown moldings; look at adding new baseboards as well.<br /><br /><strong>Bring Lighting Up to Date </strong>-<br />Install Pot lights they offer a clean, uncluttered look and create good lighting in a space.&nbsp; They can run around $100 and up, this is a high return on investment. When<a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging to Sell Charlotte NC"> <strong>home staging to sell</strong> </a>think about adding new chandeliers in the foyer, dining room and kitchen. Hardware chain stores will often have knock off versions of designer fixtures that you can purchase for a fraction of the cost.<br /><br /><strong>Upgrade Electrical and Plumbing</strong> - If you can afford it, the cost is well worth it.<br />Make certain that the changes you make bring your property up to a comparable level to the competing properties in your neighborhood. <strong>Charlotte NC Home Staging to Sell.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br /></a></p> &nbsp; <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p></div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:31:30 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1316522/charlotte-nc-home-staging-to-sell- http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1277897/real-estate-staging-in-charlotte-nc <p><strong>Redesign + More is Real Estate Staging in Charlotte NC</strong></p> <p>Our <strong>home staging</strong> team had a wonderful opportunity to partner with a local <strong>Real Estate</strong> agent and home owner that were in need of <strong>home staging</strong> on a budget. <strong>Redesign + More</strong> had to create a house that would appeal to the general public - buyers. The homeowner had no furnishings so we had to bring in 3 rooms of rental furniture and a variety of accessories. Our <strong>real estate staging</strong> has helped reduce the reason buyers shouldn't buy the house to hearing why they should buy the house.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><img title="Real Estate Staging - Charlotte North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/8/1/7/2/ar12551439727181.jpg" height="204" alt="Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="800" /></p> <p><strong>Front Entrance Before and After Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Home Staging - Charlotte North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/4/8/9/2/ar125514422329844.jpg" height="500" alt="Foyer Entrance Home Staging" width="400" /></p> <p><strong>Before and After front entrance into foyer Redesign + More Home Staging Team Charlotte</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Real Estate Stagers - Charlotte North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/4/5/0/4/ar12551443840542.jpg" height="285" alt="Charlotte NC Redesign and Home Staging " width="800" /></p> <p><strong>Before and After Dining Room Home Staging</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Staged Homes - Charlotte North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/8/6/5/0/ar125514470505688.jpg" height="770" alt="Living Room Before and After Home Staging" width="800" /></p> <p><strong>Living room Before and After Real Estate Staging</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Real Estate Stagers - Charlotte North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/9/6/4/6/ar125514507664695.jpg" height="800" alt="Kitchen Before and After Real Estate Staging" width="599" /></p> <p><strong>Kitchen Before and After Staging</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Home Stager - Home Redesign - Charlotte North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/6/0/4/4/ar125514525344064.jpg" height="373" alt="Master Bedroom Before And After Staging" width="800" /></p> <p><strong>Master Bedroom Before and After Home Staging</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Staging to Sell - Charlotte North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/9/2/8/0/ar125514542208298.jpg" height="800" alt="Master Bathroom Before and After Staging" width="574" /></p> <p><strong>Master Bathroom Before and After Staging to Sell NC</strong></p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; 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Stay away from drawers that are stapled together or made of particleboard. For cabinet <strong>interiors</strong>, wood veneer is more durable than melamine, laminate, MDF or particleboard.</p> <p>2 Determine cabinet heights. If you have eight-foot ceilings, choose cabinets that go to the ceiling. They offer more storage, enabling you to use extra wall space for artwork or open shelves. If your ceilings are higher than eight feet, leave 15 to 18 inches above the cabinets.</p> <p>3 Decide whether to paint or stain. Though stained-wood cabinetry is forgiving, most finishes date quickly and aren't easily altered. Brush-painted cabinets can lend a unique personality.</p> <p>4 Select an elegant counter top. White Carrara marble (honed or acid washed and sealed) and stained wood add elegance and warmth. also honed Kirk stone slate, soapstone and Wiarton limestone, and plastic laminate with a wood edge for a sophisticated look.</p> <p>5 Install an island that works. Beware of placing a bulky cube in the middle of the room. We like islands that have an open, airy look. Ideally, an island should be unencumbered by appliances, but if you want it to house a dishwasher-sink combo or a cook top, try to maintain the light look of a leggy harvest table.</p> <p>6 Don't overdo the details. <strong>Design </strong>accents such as pediments over stoves and plaster molding's on cabinet fronts can represent decorative excess. Remember that the <strong>style</strong> of your kitchen should be compatible with the rest of your <strong>home</strong>.</p> <p>7 Avoid maintenance nightmares. Natural surfaces with inherent texture -- slate, terra-cotta, brick and tumbled marble&nbsp;are more difficult to clean but camouflage the odd crumb. Smooth surfaces in light colors, such as white laminate counters or ceramic floors, are easy to clean but show everything. And as much as we love stainless steel, it's not easy to keep smudge-free.</p> <p>8 Stick to basic appliances. Instead of lots of appliances and gadgets, consider selecting a few reliable basics. For example, a commercial-quality stainless-steel range makes an interesting focal point and takes up less space than separate wall ovens and a cook top.</p> <p>9 Incorporate an adjacent dining room. A clever design, plus the appropriate lighting and furniture, will let you adapt the room's atmosphere to suit any occasion. Consider a banquette <strong>design</strong>combined with slip covered chairs for an efficient use of space.</p> <p>10 Add interest. Your kitchen should reflect you, not look like a showroom. Before <strong>designing</strong> the <strong>space</strong>, search for a piece of unique furniture and use it in your <strong>design</strong>. A room full of floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall kitchen cabinets looks boring and uninspired.</p> <p><img title="Home Stager - Home Staging Tips - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/2/9/6/5/ar125443445056923.jpg" height="245" alt="Home Staging Tips" width="317" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br /></a></p> &nbsp; <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p></div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:59:58 -0400 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1265171/peggy-johnson-home-stager-charlotte-nc-suggest-top-ten-kitchen-renovation-tips http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1185372/staging-your-home-charlotte-nc <p><strong><em>Real Estate Staging</em></strong>&nbsp; <img title="Home Staging in North Carolina" src="http://www.redesignplusmore.com/images/fan2046311_p.jpg" alt="Staging Homes Charlotte NC" /></p> <p><br />Create a fabulous First Impression for a perspective buyer by <strong>staging your home</strong>!</p> <p>"<strong>Home Staging</strong>" is the skill of professionally preparing your home for the real-estate market. This is accomplished by depersonalizing rooms, removing clutter, organizing, rearranging furniture and accessories to identify your homes architectural features.</p> <p>&nbsp;Our front curb to backyard staging consultation will provide you with a detailed report of things to do for interior and exterior that impacts the homes marketability. We can assist you with the report of things to do or refer you to our approved contractors, painters etc.</p> <p>&nbsp;We offer a range of staging services:&nbsp;<strong>Occupied Home Staging,</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Vacant Home Staging</strong>&nbsp;and <strong>Staging Consultation</strong> (Do-it-yourself guide)</p> <p>&nbsp;The National Association of Realtors reports that, on average, a <strong>home staged </strong>sells more than twice as quickly as a non-<strong>staged home</strong> (13.9 days vs. 31 days.) In addition, staged homes sell for 6.9%-10% more than their non-staged counterparts.</p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; 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Peggy Johnson Home Stager Charlotte NC<br /></em></strong></p> <p>*&nbsp;Detailed&nbsp;On-site&nbsp;<strong>Home&nbsp;Staging</strong> Consultation.</p> <p>* <strong>Home Stager</strong> will develop a Top Ten Action Report Includes the Key Rooms and More</p> <p><strong><em>&nbsp;Our Realtor Referral:</em></strong></p> <p>* All Realtor Agents receive a discounted fee for a 1 hour&nbsp;home staging consultation.</p> <p>* If you refer an Agent and the Agent locks in a date for a consultation Redesign + More will give you and your referred agent a 40% off on the next booked consultation.</p> <p>*&nbsp;Partnering and long lasting relationships are important we take it a step further&nbsp;give us your MLS # and we will post on our <strong>Home Staging</strong> networking sites Active Rain,&nbsp;Twitter, Facebook,&nbsp;Google Blogs&nbsp;and more.</p> <p><strong><em>We are here to&nbsp;help you attract a range of buyers and more showings.</em></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Please email <a href="mailto:peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></p> <p><strong>Home Staging in Charlotte NC</strong></p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; 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There is such a wide choice of color in paints, wallpapers, furniture and fabrics, allowing us to make our own designs and statements with color. With so many choices, where do we begin? Choosing the correct scheme for a room can transform a space from a tired living area into a stylish one. The right decisions made early can have a dramatic effect that can even add value to your property.</p> <p>There are many factors to consider before you begin the work of filling space with color. A little practical knowledge and creative inspiration can go a long way in helping you to make the right choices. Ask yourself some of these questions when choosing color.</p> <p>&bull;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; What is the room to be used for?</p> <p>&bull;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Who uses the room the most?</p> <p>&bull;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; What time of day will the room be used the most?</p> <p>&bull;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; How much natural light does the room receive?</p> <p>&bull;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; What important architectural features are there in the room?</p> <p>&bull;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Which large pieces of furniture are, or will be, in the room?</p> <p>&bull;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Which colors are featured in the rooms directly adjacent to the room?</p> <p>&bull;&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; What feelings and emotions do you want the room to convey?</p> <p><strong>Simple color rules from</strong><strong> Home Stager Charlotte NC<br /></strong></p> <p>There are good basis upon which to build ideas, but with so many paint colors, application techniques and surfaces available to us today, we can easily go beyond the basic principles.</p> <p>&bull;&Oslash; All reds go together, as do all pinks. Certain shades of red and pink together can be great for a rich, passionate living room or a pastel floral bedroom.</p> <p>&bull;&Oslash; Soft oranges are fantastically warming and darker oranges must be used in moderation.</p> <p>&bull;&Oslash; Brown looks great with orange. Turquoise and cool grays are good complimentary colors to orange.</p> <p>&bull;&Oslash; Yellows go well with greens and oranges. Blues and yellows (complementary colors) create a classic interior combination for an upbeat, fresh environment.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;&bull;&Oslash; Green is often used like a neutral color to balance a room since certain shades of green, such as soft sage, can go with almost any other color.</p> <p>&nbsp;&bull;&Oslash; All blues go together and all greens go together. Shades of blue and green are fantastic together at all levels of intensity, from pale sky and duck egg through to dark inks and peacocks.</p> <p>&nbsp;&bull;&Oslash; Shades of violet can work well together. But may be too overpowering for most. Violets also look great with greens. Blue violets work well with cool blues, and red violets look beautiful with soft pinks.</p> <p>&nbsp;&bull;&Oslash; Grays and neutrals mix together well for a classic backdrop of unobtrusive tones, and such colorless palettes have been popular in the past and continue to be used today. Almost any color can be mixed with neutrals and grays to create unusual and stunning interiors.</p> <p><strong>Color &amp; Mood</strong></p> <p><em>Certain color groups will often inspire particular emotions. There are several emotions which certain groups have been recognized as inspiring. These emotions can be altered dramatically depending on the depth or tone of the color, but the basic principles are worth remembering when deciding on your color palette.</em></p> <p><strong>Pinks</strong> are fun, lively, positive and feminine.</p> <p><strong><img title="Creative color inspiration can go along way" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/9/3/6/5/ar125054354256391.jpg" height="100" alt="Home Staging Charlotte NC" width="83" /></strong></p> <p><strong>Reds</strong> are passionate, daring, intimate and comforting.</p> <p><strong><img title="Color can transform a space from a tired to stylish" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/1/9/2/0/ar125054365102913.jpg" height="102" alt="Interior Staging Charlotte NC" width="83" /></strong></p> <p><strong>Oranges </strong>stimulate creativity and are warming and cozy.</p> <p><img title="The right decisions using color can make a dramatic impact to the property" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/9/3/2/4/ar12505437242394.jpg" height="107" alt="" width="86" /></p> <p><strong>Yellows </strong>are welcoming and sunny, Strong yellow are said to help the brain work better.</p> <p><img title="Yellows go well with greens and oranges" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/9/8/2/2/ar125054384222897.jpg" height="109" alt="" width="88" /></p> <p><strong>Greens </strong>represent nature and are tranquil and invigorating as well as restful and balancing.</p> <p><img title="Soft shades of green are used to balance a room" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/7/5/9/9/ar125054393899574.jpg" height="109" alt="" width="94" /></p> <p><strong>Blues </strong>are connected to the sky and to water, and they are associated with clear thinking and calm, meditative environments.</p> <p><img title="Shades of blue and green work well together" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/9/3/4/8/ar125054401084398.jpg" height="113" alt="" width="94" /></p> <p><strong>Violets</strong> can be stimulating and sexy, while blue violets can be cooling and spiritual.</p> <p><img title="Certain color groups will often inspire particular emotions" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/5/0/3/6/ar125054407263057.jpg" height="129" alt="Staging Home NC" width="97" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; 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I think it's time to create a space that provides productive study time.</p> <p>&bull;<strong>Interior Space</strong>. Choose a space in your home that will allow a since of peace and quiet. In the kitchen create an area that is in a corner, family room and bedrooms can work as long as you have the proper space to lay out your books and materials.</p> <p>&bull;Desk. Invest in a desk that is solid and well constructed it will be worth it and it will last. Children tend to be hard on furniture.&nbsp; Choose a desk that has a comfortable work area.</p> <p>&bull;Lighting.&nbsp; Use a desk lamp that has good light pattern that will cover a large area, this helps in preventing eye strains.</p> <p>&bull;Chair.&nbsp; A Comfortable chair is essential. Find an ergonomic chair this will maximize productivity and reduce discomfort. Seat cushions in bright fun colors and patterns will help your child stay at the desk to his / her homework is complete.</p> <p>&bull;Storage.&nbsp; Storage space is a must. Keep plenty of plastic boxes with labels and shelves this will help your child put away his or her things.&nbsp; Bright colors will make <strong>organizing</strong> easier and more fun.</p> <p>&bull;Compliment.&nbsp; Create places and <strong>interior spaces </strong>for your child to display accomplishments, like gold stars, awards, art work and a job well done. A reminder of what we achieved is something we all like to see.</p> <p>Children who have a study <strong>space </strong>of their own can develop good study habits.&nbsp; Choosing the right colors and furnishings for that<strong> interior space</strong> may help your child develop a sense of ownership in the <strong>interior space</strong>, and having your children study will help the parents relax. It's a positive for everyone.</p> <p>Have fun with your <strong>redesign</strong>.</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <img title="Organizing Interior Spaces" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/7/8/8/9/ar125062765698874.jpg" height="111" alt="Redesign Charlotte NC" width="547" /></p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br /></a></p> &nbsp; <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p></div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:38:07 -0400 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1200726/redesign-charlotte-north-carolina http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1199184/redesign-and-home-staging-charlotte-nc-using-neutral-paint- <p><strong>Home Staging</strong> and <strong>Interior Redesign Charlotte North Carolina</strong></p> <p>Our economy is scaling back on expenses and today people are focusing on the concept of <strong>interior re-design</strong>, as opposed to design.<strong> Redesign </strong>involves using furniture you already have and giving it new view, or moving it into new rooms for a change of scenery.</p> <p>Neutral colors also help a property look best in photographs online, which is where potential buyers first make the decision to look at a house or condo in person. One way to pull off economical<strong> re-design </strong>in the home is to paint using neutral wall paint colors. Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams have a wonderful selection of neutrals. Neutral colors will add a clean and fresh backdrop. As the housing market tries to bounce back in 2009, home owners will lean towards a neutral palette when re-painting the rooms in their home.</p> <p>The investment in paint and time is an inexpensive way to achieve the design look without the design dollars.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<img title="Neutral colors offer a big impact on your homes property" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/5/0/8/7/ar125053613778053.jpg" height="125" alt="" width="108" />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<img title="Painting is a inexpensive way to redesign your interior" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/3/8/9/6/ar125053616869834.jpg" height="124" alt="" width="106" />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<img title="Housing Market will bounce back lean toward a neutral palette" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/5/9/0/6/ar125053623360959.jpg" height="124" alt="" width="108" /></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="agent_signature"><p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span><br /></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson "><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60" /></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br /></a></p> &nbsp; <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p></div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:15:50 -0400 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1199184/redesign-and-home-staging-charlotte-nc-using-neutral-paint-