I stage properties for sale – rooms look instantly more expensive with 4 ‘extras,’ plus mistakes that just look cheap
A LUXURIOUS home can be achieved on a tight budget by embracing four design features, says an expert.
She shared several little-known interior design tricks for a lavish home.
Liv Conlon runs the UK-based seven-figure businesses, ThePropertyStagers which stages 300 properties a year, and coaching company StagerBoss.
The 25-year-old built her brand after decorating a property that her mom Ali was struggling to sell.
Having selected the best furniture and accessories, it is sold within three days for above the asking price.
The buyer willingly paid an additional sum to keep all the items in the property.
Speaking to The U.S. Sun, Conlon shared affordable tips for homeowners.
EYE FOR DETAIL
Conlon said investing in “extras” that go beyond furniture is a simple way to make homes look expensive on a budget.
“Incorporate metallic accents, especially gold in your accessories to create a feeling of luxury, mirrors strategically placed to create depth,” she said.
“Colorful pop statement cushions, and large oversized pieces of art that act as focal points of the room.”
She shared advice for where to buy homeware without splashing thousands of dollars.
“Buying secondhand from places like Facebook Marketplace will help you secure some great pieces at a big discount, using peel-and-stick wallpaper for accent walls, incorporating plants for a fresh look, and decluttering your home,” she said.
POOR EFFORT
Colon listed several common mistakes that can make a home look cheap.
“Overcrowding with too much furniture or not placing enough that it looks sparse,” she said.
“Neglecting proper lighting, using mismatched or low-quality furniture, and over-decorating with too many small items.
“Avoid using excessive bright colors or ignoring maintenance issues like peeling paint and worn-out fixtures.”
Arrange furniture to create open pathways, and use vertical storage solutions to free up floor space.
Liv Conlon
She said strategically placing items that serve multiple purposes is useful for making the most of any space.
“To make your home look spacious, use multi-functional furniture, incorporate mirrors to reflect light, choose furniture with exposed legs, and keep window treatments minimal to maximize natural light,” she said.
“Arrange furniture to create open pathways, and use vertical storage solutions to free up floor space.”
The advice comes after Paul Hambidge told The U.S. Sun flooring color can be used to make a space feel bigger.
He recommended opting for lighter colors that create a “calming area.”
He said rooms may feel cramped if there is too much contrast.