DKI - Interiors

Anyone else need a little more peace in their lives? I can’t be the only one, and I’m currently finding it being curled up in a fluffy blanket with a good book 📚 in the coziness of my own home. We all need some quiet time to recharge our batteries. Where are you finding peace these days?

According to the National Association of Realtors, home sales may simmer down in the fall, but only by a few degrees. It's hard to predict what the market will actually do, especially post-pandemic but we can expect sales to continue at a fairly steady rate. If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, take the proper steps below to try to land a quick sale. 💵🏡

1. Hire a home stager
2. Price your home right
3. Perform maintenance and cleanings
4. Clean up the exterior
5. Embrace the season into your home

Pantone has recently released a sneak peek 👀 at its color trend forecast for the coming year. Here's a glimpse of the gorgeous shades you can expect to see everywhere in 2022!

If you're putting your home on the market but aren't crazy about investing a lot of money into your outdated kitchen, you aren't alone. Here are some great options that will help you put your kitchen in its best light without breaking the 🐷🏦.

1️⃣ Update the lighting
2️⃣ Paint the cabinets & replace the hardware
3️⃣ Bring in some colorful accents like plants and a vignette
4️⃣ Declutter cabinets and clear off countertops

Embarking on a home renovation project is no easy feat, but if you had the time and the money to do it (and maybe you do), what would you choose to redesign? Here are the most popular projects on most home owners wishlists post-pandemic.

🏠 A beautifully landscaped yard or patio
🏠 An updated kitchen with all the upgrades
🏠 A dedicated home office
🏠 A deck, patio or pool
🏠 A master bedroom with bath

Not everyone has the ⏰ or 💰 for a full makeover of their home. But there are countless inexpensive and creative ways you can use color to freshen up your space. Read on for my favorite 10 ways to liven up a room with color.

🌸 Bring in colorful blooms and greenery
🛋 Mix in some throw pillows on your sofa
🍋 Place fruit in bowls on the kitchen counter
🖌 Paint a feature wall
💫 Get some pops of color with an area rug
🖼 Hang some bold art on the walls
🚪 Paint a door to give it some pop
📗 Paint a bookcase or sideboard
🛏 Refresh your bedding with bright prints
🏺 Accessorize with colorful vases, ceramics or books

I don't know about you, but I am more than excited for the change of the season from summer to fall! Is anyone else ready for a change? ☀️☁️ As the cooler weather rolls in, I have to admit that I am geeked up about swapping out my summer decor because I'm ready to embrace the warm, cozy ambience that fall brings! 🍁🧡🔥

New Home? Newly Renovated? Need a Change? If you're in the market for new furniture but want to save some 💲, here are 5 ways to save and get more bang for your 💵!

1. Yard Sales - Watch out for yard sales; you'll never know what you can find!
2. Secondhand Stores - Check out Facebook Marketplace, eBay or Craigslist for deals.
3. Online Shopping Coupon Apps - Look into online coupon apps like BeFrugal or Honey.
4. Restore the Old - Get creative and re-fabric or stain your old furnishings.
5. Bargain Shop - Look for great deals at places like HomeGoods, TJ Maxx, Amazon or Wayfair.

As a home stager, I spend a lot of time visiting with realtors and love to get the skinny on what buyers want in a home. One thing is certain, buyers want and CRAAAVE storage space! I always advise sellers to declutter 70% of their belongings so buyers can see just how much potential a closet, pantry or cabinets have. You will not regret investing some time into making your storage space shine! 🤩

Greenery 🌿➕ 🌸 flowers instantly elevate a space and brings it to the next level. I can't say enough about how much I 💚 to use plants and flowers in my staged homes. Not only do they brighten a room but they add life, a pop of color and they never go out of style. I love how they create a feeling of warmth throughout the home and no stage is ever complete without them!

Celebrate your love for the coast on National Beach Day! On this awesome national day we get to celebrate all the sandy beaches across the nation. Here are some bright ideas if you're looking to get beach bound today!

☀️ Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the ocean

🏖 Lounge under an umbrella and read a good book

🏃‍♀️ Take a morning walk down the beach

🏐 Bring a ball and play with friends

🎣 Go fishing off the beach

🐚 Search for seashells

🍉 Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach

🏄‍♀️ Go for a surf or body surf

You may already know this, but pictures are what motivate people and make potential buyers want to come to view your property. So why not step up your game and get the absolute BEST photos possible of your property?

Many home buyers are searching for homes in distant locales and can’t visit the property right away. To sell your home fast, you need to include great visual elements of your house online to get buyers through your door. Here are some staging tips that will help you make your home ready for great photography. 📸🏡✨

🏘 Highlight Your Home's Curb Appeal
📷 Put Some Thought Into Perspective (use angles)
🗑 Create a Spacious Feeling by Decluttering
🖼 Depersonalize Your Space
🔆 Turn on the Lights and Let in Natural Light
➕ Draw Attention to the Positive
✨ Clean Reflective Objects