Fig Tree Pocket home styled to sell

Polishing a gem to make it shine

Unless you’re invited to a private viewing, you may never have a chance to discover this unique property nestled in bushland close to the Brisbane River.  Even driving past the front gate would only give a glimpse of the jewel within.

That’s why the owner of this hidden gem invited Showhomes to make it shine against other homes for sale on the market.  Jayne knew that professional styling would take her home to the next level in price and presentation.  Here’s what her vision has created in just over one week from Initial Consultation to Show Ready…

Initial Consultation

A useful, busy dining area (photo taken on stylist’s phone)…

Dining Room before Initial Consultation

Becoming more peaceful within a few moments during the initial consultation

Dining Room after Initial Consultation

Subtly transformed to showcase it’s architectural features during the photo shoot

Dining Room after Makeover

The owner prepares for the makeover by reorganising and packing and enlisting tradespeople for repairs and maintenance, window cleaning inside and out, gardening and landscaping and house cleaning.

Photo Ready Makeover

Monday 10am Makeover begins with some simple yet stunning changes

Front Entry Before Makeover

Jayne and Tracey from Showhomes decide to start at the front entrance making it more open and welcoming

Tuesday 3pm Bulk of internal and external transformation complete

Front Entry After Makeover

Wednesday 2.30pm Photographer arrives

… uncovering a jewel.

Front Entry at Twilight after Makeover

Creating Welcome 

The Showhomes team set to work transforming the home in readiness for the photo shoot (photo below taken on stylist’s phone)

Front Entry of Foyer before Makeover

A beautiful entrance area welcomes you

Entry Foyer After Makeover

Rearranging the client’s furniture to highlight the best use of the space

Upstairs Landing Before Makeover

Designer pieces create an interesting feature together with florals for added visibility

Upstairs Landing after Makeover

Meanwhile downstairs, practical living one day takes on a new life the next

Media Room looking toward foyer before Makeover

Great furniture and home design are combined for beauty and livability

Media Room looking toward foyer after Makeover

 Living the Dream

The eclectic style is harnessed

Media Room before Makeover

And coralled, becoming understated elegance

Media Room after Makeover

The open plan kitchen provides an outstanding canvas requiring few changes

Kitchen Before Makeover

Presenting at it’s best and still being family functional whilst on the market

Kitchen after Makeover

Allows the family to live and work around the makeover

Lounge Kitchen Before

Flexible and easy to implement styling and storage solutions

Lounge after Makeover

Combining comfortable living with show readiness

Kitchen before Makeover

For outstanding presentation that’s buyer ready

Kitchen after Makeover

At an hour’s notice

The Sleeping Zone

Maintaining ‘show ready’ bedrooms with a mix of family members from child to adult

Bedroom Before Makeover

Creative, easy to implement solutions and teamwork make it possible

Master Bedroom after Makeover

For guest rooms too

Bedroom Before Makeover

But it’s all worth it to attract the right buyer

Bedroom after Makeover

The kids love their made-over rooms

Bedroom before Makeover

Vibrant artwork completes the picture

Bedroom after Makeover

A change in styling invites freshness

Bedroom before Makeover

Into a Child’s world

Bedroom after Makeover

The Outside Story 

Deck before Makeover

It’s important that the outside of the home

Deck after Makeover

Reflects the standard of the internal makeover

Pool before Makeover

Reinforcing the lifestyle that attracts the ideal buyer

Pool after Makeover

Even with a beautiful home, Jayne didn’t want to leave anything to chance in such a competitive market.  Showhomes’ efforts can help attract more potential buyers, higher offers and a much quicker sale.

Watch this space for the sale results when available.

Showhomes would like to thank and acknowledge the genius of Antony Merat (artiste and ‘afters’ photographer); Paul McCann (‘befores’ photographer); Judy Dalozzo (original artworks); Cheri Lee (stylist) and Nathan (Floral Images), for their contributions and creativity.

…and thank you Jayne and family, for allowing Showhomes to shine your stunning gem.

Here’s a link to the home online http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-qld-fig+tree+pocket-110534581

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