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Chic Farmhouse Style Hits Suburban Minneapolis!

The farmhouse style home is all the rage right now, made famous by Chip and Joanna on HGTV’s show ‘Fixer Upper’.

I just had the opportunity to design a farmhouse style house from the blueprints up, and then stage it. What a fun experience and may I say I want this house!

It has elements of rustic but with modern and chic mixed in. A warm and cozy home for sure. I want to share the photos with you so if you also are a huge fan of ‘Fixer Upper’ like I am, you may enjoy these.

House Before Demo Day:

House now rebuilt:

Great Front Porch, note the light blue ceiling:

Look what awaits you when you open then front door! A foyer that opens up to an office with a barn door for privacy:

Would you really even mind working in a cozy office like this? Complete with a Shiplap accent wall!

A great….Great Room. A White Shiplap accent wall gives this room texture.

Open Concept Floor Plan into the Dining Room:

I want this kitchen!!

A huge island:

Galvanized pendants lights:

Custom made rustic floating shelves:

A farmhouse screen door closes off the pantry:

A custom range hood:

A mudroom for the kiddos but a barn door to close off the mess:

A fun laundry room:

Jack and Jill Bath (do you see Jack and Jill?) 🙂

Guest Suite Bath:

Half Bath and Lower Level Full Bath – Fun throw-back light fixtures:

Stunning Master Suite:

And check out this master bath!!

Every farmhouse needs a claw foot tub and of course bubbles on the ceiling:

Mornings just got better with this shower!

The bar area in the lower level family room continues with rustic charm with more custom made floating shelves.

So do you see why I had a blast designing and staging this one?? If you love this style but are not able to buy this property, just know you don’t need a farmhouse style home to incorporate the look into your space. Stayed tuned to my next post on how to bring some of that farmhouse charm into your own home!

Shar Sitter, owner Rooms With Style Home Staging and Redesign Minneapolis MN.
CHSE and APSD Home Stager Pro Trainer
www.RoomsWithStyle.com
952-567-1124

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New hope in New Hope, MN

Houses are just tired sometimes and need some new life. That was the case at this property in New Hope, MN.

Most of the changes were very light cosmetic things. Paint, flooring and new lighting. The kitchen and bathrooms did however get a full makeover bringing them into the current decade.

Take a look!

First impressions are key and this is the room you see right inside the front door. Yes the room was painted but the key to this room was exposing the original hardwood floors under the carpet. Having them refinished added extra glam and shine.

Paint and light fixtures are huge when updating a house. What I want to point out here too is the lack of carpet in the Dining Room. Carpet in a dining area is a dated look and no one wants carpet under a dining room table anymore. Worth changing if you can.

The kitchen is THE most important room in the house and will make or break any sale. Having an updated kitchen is so important and the Return on Investment is high. Always bring in a professional though so you make the right choices for your investment.

Amazing what paint can do!

Even if a bath is small it can be functional and feel luxurious!

This full bath got a new vanity and the dated wall tiles were removed. Paint and a new light of course!

My favorite part of the update was the fireplace. I mean really….look at those beautiful beams around it as well as on the ceiling. They were lost in the dark brick and paneling before but now they are showcased.

All houses need new hope once is awhile. What in your house may need a little sprucing up?

Shar Sitter, owner Rooms With Style Home Staging and Redesign Minneapolis MN.
CHSE and APSD Home Stager Pro Trainer
www.RoomsWithStyle.com
952-567-1124

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Looking to Buy A Stairway to Heaven? Home Staging Minneapolis

You know the song…we all love it. We sang along with Led Zeppelin:

“There’s a lady who’s sure all that glitters is gold
And she’s buying a stairway to heaven.
When she gets there she knows, if the stores are all closed
With a word she can get what she came for.
Ooh, ooh, and she’s buying a stairway to heaven.”

When we are buying a home we are all basically looking to buy that ‘stairway to heaven’. As you walk up those stairs to the front door of your dream home or as you walk up the stairs to your Master Bedroom retreat.

But would you want to buy this Stairway to Heaven??

Does this stairway give you the impression you are on your way to the Blissful Heaven of your Master Bedroom Suite?

Before

Oh come on…..I dare you. Look at what you will find at the top of the stairs. That perfect ‘En Suite’ that every buyer wants.

So much space for your towels. So new and fresh!

Turn the corner and look at the great area for your bed, dresser, a work desk and even a nice BRIGHT room to read in.

No? Not in a hurry to make an offer?

Okay, thank goodness for investors who are ready to take on these projects to make these rundown homes a piece of Heaven for buyers. Or maybe your homes needs a bit of work before it is put on the market?

The process can be made easier and more valuable when someone that knows what a buyer wants is brought in to assist. Bring in a Home Stager to help with the process.

After taking down a couple walls to open things up, moving the entrance of the room to the other side of the stairs to allow for a larger bathroom, plus many cosmetic changes….the Master Bedroom and En Suite took on a whole different feeling. Take a look.

How is this for a space for your bed, dresser and work station?

Perhaps a couple walls removed to open it up and really enjoy that reading area?

Oh, and remember that En Suite? Just in case you forgot…..

Let’s look at it now…..

So, maybe you have a different idea of that particular Stairway to Heaven now?

Old homes have so much character and just need someone with vision to get them into great living condition again. Investors and Home Stagers make a great team!

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Category Archives: Investment Properties

Chic Farmhouse Style Hits Suburban Minneapolis!

New hope in New Hope, MN

Looking to Buy A Stairway to Heaven? Home Staging Minneapolis

You know the song…we all love it. We sang along with Led Zeppelin:

“There’s a lady who’s sure all that glitters is gold
And she’s buying a stairway to heaven.
When she gets there she knows, if the stores are all closed
With a word she can get what she came for.
Ooh, ooh, and she’s buying a stairway to heaven.”

When we are buying a home we are all basically looking to buy that ‘stairway to heaven’. As you walk up those stairs to the front door of your dream home or as you walk up the stairs to your Master Bedroom retreat.

But would you want to buy this Stairway to Heaven??

Does this stairway give you the impression you are on your way to the Blissful Heaven of your Master Bedroom Suite?

Oh come on…..I dare you. Look at what you will find at the top of the stairs. That perfect ‘En Suite’ that every buyer wants.

So much space for your towels. So new and fresh!

Turn the corner and look at the great area for your bed, dresser, a work desk and even a nice BRIGHT room to read in.

No? Not in a hurry to make an offer?

Okay, thank goodness for investors who are ready to take on these projects to make these rundown homes a piece of Heaven for buyers. Or maybe your homes needs a bit of work before it is put on the market?

The process can be made easier and more valuable when someone that knows what a buyer wants is brought in to assist. Bring in a Home Stager to help with the process.

After taking down a couple walls to open things up, moving the entrance of the room to the other side of the stairs to allow for a larger bathroom, plus many cosmetic changes….the Master Bedroom and En Suite took on a whole different feeling. Take a look.

How is this for a space for your bed, dresser and work station?

Perhaps a couple walls removed to open it up and really enjoy that reading area?

Oh, and remember that En Suite? Just in case you forgot…..

Let’s look at it now…..

So, maybe you have a different idea of that particular Stairway to Heaven now?

Old homes have so much character and just need someone with vision to get them into great living condition again. Investors and Home Stagers make a great team!

If your home needs a fresh “Stairway to Heaven” be sure to get professional advice.

www.RoomsWithStyle.com

You know the song…we all love it. We sang along with Led Zeppelin:

“There’s a lady who’s sure all that glitters is gold And she’s buying a stairway to heaven. When she gets there she knows, if the stores are all closed With a word she can get what she came for. Ooh, ooh, and she’s buying a stairway to heaven.”

When we are buying a home we are all basically looking to buy that ‘stairway to heaven’. As you walk up those stairs to the front door of your dream home or as you walk up the stairs to your Master Bedroom retreat.

But would you want to buy this Stairway to Heaven??

Does this stairway give you the impression you are on your way to the Blissful Heaven of your Master Bedroom Suite?

Oh come on…..I dare you. Look at what you will find at the top of the stairs. That perfect ‘En Suite’ that every buyer wants.

So much space for your towels. So new and fresh!

Turn the corner and look at the great area for your bed, dresser, a work desk and even a nice BRIGHT room to read in.

No? Not in a hurry to make an offer?

Okay, thank goodness for investors who are ready to take on these projects to make these rundown homes a piece of Heaven for buyers. Or maybe your homes needs a bit of work before it is put on the market?

The process can be made easier and more valuable when someone that knows what a buyer wants is brought in to assist. Bring in a Home Stager to help with the process.

After taking down a couple walls to open things up, moving the entrance of the room to the other side of the stairs to allow for a larger bathroom, plus many cosmetic changes….the Master Bedroom and En Suite took on a whole different feeling. Take a look.

How is this for a space for your bed, dresser and work station?

Perhaps a couple walls removed to open it up and really enjoy that reading area?

Oh, and remember that En Suite? Just in case you forgot…..

Let’s look at it now…..

So, maybe you have a different idea of that particular Stairway to Heaven now?

Old homes have so much character and just need someone with vision to get them into great living condition again. Investors and Home Stagers make a great team!

If your home needs a fresh “Stairway to Heaven” be sure to get professional advice.

www.RoomsWithStyle.com

“There’s a lady who’s sure all that glitters is gold
And she’s buying a stairway to heaven.
When she gets there she knows, if the stores are all closed
With a word she can get what she came for.
Ooh, ooh, and she’s buying a stairway to heaven.”