Capturing the Essence of a Short-term Rental
Foxy Interiors | Home Staging and Photography
by Marie
7M ago
Introduction and Definition of Short-term Rentals - STRs Renting a property for a short period of time for vacations began in the 1950s when people were looking for an inexpensive alternative to a hotel. VRBO (Vacation Rentals by Owner) launched in 1995 and Airbnb was founded in 2008. With the birth of the internet January 1, 1983, a new way of communication was formed. As the internet evolved, so did the short-term rental market and the necessity of photographs to convey the availability and amenities of a rental property. Owners, investors, realtors, and marketing companies soon re ..read more
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Sell Your Home Through Pictures
Foxy Interiors | Home Staging and Photography
by Marie
1y ago
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words “A picture is worth a thousand words but a memory is priceless.” This statement is attributed to Frederick R. Barnard, who published a piece commending the effectiveness of graphics in advertising with the title “One look is worth a thousand words”, in Printer’s Ink, December 1921. What exactly does it mean though when you want to sell your home through pictures?   Ninety (90%) of buyers look on-line first before every contacting a real estate agent (per the National Association of Realtors’ Study on Digital House Hunt). Buyers decide in the fir ..read more
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Home Staging Tips – Painting the Exterior of House
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by Marie
1y ago
Considerations for Painting the Exterior of House Painting the exterior of your house and selecting paint colors can be a tricky proposition. More often than not, people make their paint selections based on colors they like. There are a few rules, however, that will help you achieve a unified look. The suggestions below target the majority of homes that are single-family dwellings. Historic homes require research into homes built during that time period. They tend to be multi-color and have intricate architectural elements that would need to be addressed individually. Of course, if you are p ..read more
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What You Need for Do-It-Yourself Home Staging
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by Marie
1y ago
What is Home Staging Home staging is not decorating, which is reflective of your personal style. Home staging is merchandising your home for sale. A house is brought up to a level to appeal to the most potential buyers. A professional stager uses their knowledge of design trends, real estate ethics, and property renovation solutions to accomplish home staging before the house is listed on the market. A number of tools go into the preparation and showcasing of a house. These may include fresh paint, simple hardware updates, and other necessary cost effective changes to increase the perceived ..read more
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Using Water Colors in Your Design
Foxy Interiors | Home Staging and Photography
by Marie
1y ago
What Are The Water Colors Water Colors remind us of colors found globally in or near the water. They are found in the ocean, lakes, waterfalls, seas near and far. They are the many shades of blue, the many shades of green, mixed with each other, or with black (to create a shade) or with white (to create a tint). When you think of colors found in our waters, you’ve discovered water colors. How Should I Use Blue in My Design There are many ways of using blue in your interior design. Blue may be used inside, outside, or as decorative accents. Some ways to use blue in your design include:&nbs ..read more
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Ideas for Creating an Accent Wall
Foxy Interiors | Home Staging and Photography
by Marie
1y ago
Accent walls also known as feature walls are trending in a big way. Reminiscent of the 80s and 90s, they popped up all over the place. An accent wall is meant for one wall only. This is usually the first wall you see when you enter the room. Look for other architectural clues, such as a fireplace, built-in bookcases, or architectural nooks. These are the areas you want to bring out or enhance with a feature wall.   Determine whether to create your accent wall with a dark color or light color. Lighter colors will make a small room appear larger. Darker colors will make the room recede or ..read more
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Easy Sofa Updates
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by Marie
1y ago
Sofa Updates to Brighten Your Space With the holidays right around the corner, it’s a great time to update your sofa. Our living areas see extra use over the holidays with celebrations and visits from family and friends. As you make your space merry and bright with holiday decorations and prepare for guests, freshen up your recreational spaces with these inexpensive, easy sofa updates. Update Your Sofa with a Fitted Cover If you’re ready for a new look in your living room but not ready for the expense of new furniture, choosing a new sofa cover is a great option. Not only will this give you a ..read more
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The Best Way to Display Wall Art
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by Marie
1y ago
How to Display Wall Art You’ve Collected It can be challenging to figure out how to group or display wall art pieces you’ve collected over the years. Which ones can you hang in the same space? Can you use some to create a gallery wall? The good news is that just like other elements in design, there are rules to keep in mind as you decide which pieces you want to display and where they belong. What do your artwork pieces have in common? Organizing them according to similarities can help you decide which to display together in a single space. Consider the themes in the rooms of your space, too ..read more
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Element #7: Pattern in Interior Design
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by Marie
1y ago
Using patterns in interior design can be one of the most fun parts of putting a space together. A pattern is made up of repeated shapes, colors, or lines on an object. Patterns can be anywhere in a room—on the walls, floors, ceiling, furniture, or window dressing. Patterns bring a lot of energy and excitement into your home. They are also great for masking life’s little disasters, the spills and stains that sometimes make life with pets and children especially challenging. Getting comfortable with using patterns or mixing patterns can feel overwhelming, especially at first. Once you understand ..read more
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Element #5: 4 Keys to Using Shape in Interior Design
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by Marie
1y ago
Have you ever noticed the shapes of the furniture and objects in a room? How do they contribute to the overall feel of the room? Using the element of form or shape in interior design allows you to establish a mood for the space through the shapes of the objects in the room. There are two basic categories of shape: geometric and natural. Geometric shapes have crisp edges and hard lines or flat sides. The most common are, of course, squares and rectangles, but triangles, hexagons and other geometric shapes are also easy to find once you start noticing them. Natural shapes are more organic with ..read more
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