All white, everything - but not this season....Colour is back and I’m excited....Adding a splash (or splashes) of colour to your space is invigorating.
It entices you to step out of your comfort zone, show off your style and express your personality; although it can be a little unsettling to make that first step whether it be a purchase or a brush stroke! Be Confident Choosing a colour is extremely personal, it’s an expression of yourself and one that is completely individual. Choose without doubting yourself and go for something that you love! It’s your home, your space, so make it yours. Always Get A Tester Trust me, I have failed many, many times at this (like half the interior of a home fail). Colours have an incredible effect on your mood and on your space, so take the time. Buy a few testers and view your chosen colours in a variety of lights at different times of the day, decide on how you want the space to feel - open and light or luxurious and cosy ? If In Doubt Go for something a little less permanent; begin with a coloured piece of art (again remember your mood, so choose something that makes you feel amazing, happy and content), mirror the colours from the art in some cushions, an occasional chair or an ottoman and top it off with some greenery - achieved easily and easily changed!
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Property staging hasn’t always been a commonly used ‘thing’ in Cairns when selling a home. Typically reserved for the higher end of the market and for many seen as an unnecessary real estate cost.
Big City Influence However, as the property market heats up in our region I can see a little Sydney / Melbourne influence headed our way for homes and properties across the board - not to mention the added value that can be gained by having your home staged! Benefits of Property Styling So, what are the benefits of having your property professionally staged ?
With the Airbnb & Holiday Letting craze well & truly unleashed on Cairns, I thought there is no better time to shed some light on what it takes to style the perfect holiday home!
Having styled various Airbnb’s & having been an Airbnb Host myself, I have found the following to be the most effective when creating holidays vibes for others. Style To Location The styling of your holiday home should reflect the location & surroundings - creating an experience for your guests that is well balanced. Keeping a common style & mix of colour and textures through out the home will ensure your guests feel relaxed and at ease each time they return. E.g. a beach side holiday home may feature light pieces of furniture & coastal neutrals like tan, pastel greens & deep blues. A Practical Space Ensuring your holiday home is functional is vital. From the right amount of seating to the way the furniture is placed - keep your lounge conversational, as your guests are there to spend time together, chatting and entertaining. Remember less is more - keep the spaces decluttered & choose furnishings with ‘easy cleaning’ in mind. Let There Be Light Good lighting is the perfect combination of natural and artificial - achieving this is everything, as lighting has the ability to effect our mood; a light, brightly lit space can enhance positivity & good thoughts - exactly what you want your guests to feel during and after their stay! Nothing completes a space more than a touch of greenery, but if you're like me & your green thumb is well . . . Not so green. These indoor, almost indestructible beauties will serve you & your space extremely well!
Succulents : Senecio Serpens With their almost matte look & musky shade of green ; I love the way they grow, creep & fall in low rimmed vases creating the perfect table centre or vanity feature. Cacti : Cereus Bring the desert vibes & a stand alone simplicity; they are the perfect natural element when you are creating layered heights on a side table. Fig : Ficus Lyrata Bringing the perfect balance of lush, leafy texture & so on trend right now ; a great balance to the corner of your space undercover alfresco. By incorporating natural tones, textures & elements through furnishings & decor, you will create a unified force in your ‘living’ space! (and if you're still feeling nervous about the colour of your thumb - do as I do and purchase their replicas in rubber!) |