Having a magnificent Master Suite is essential when
preparing your home for sale!
Most sellers will dust, vacuum and make the bed. In
today`s market, that is just not enough!
Buyers are very educated when it comes to home buying.
They have done their research and know exactly what they want.
The master is no
longer a place just to sleep. It must offer many amenities for relaxation and
luxury.
To give your house a competitive advantage, the master
must present itself as a serene sanctuary. There are three key areas that
sellers must attend to in order to make the best possible impression on
sellers.
- The bedroom
- The bathroom
- The closet
So grab a cup of coffee … or whatever, and take a look at
how you can make your master the most memorable room of your house.
The Bed Room
The most important feature of the master suite is the bed
area. The room, and the bed, of course! In today`s market, it simply is not
enough to have the bed “made”. Even though your furniture is more than likely
going with you, the bedding must be luxurious and inviting to buyers.
It is important to create a fantasy setting for your
buyers. You want them to envy you and to believe that if they buy your house,
they, too will have your lifestyle.
So
what should this fantasy space include?
- A bed
- Lighting
- A place to sit and relax
- A dresser or armoire
The Bed
A sumptuous bed with fresh, crisp bedding. If your
bedding has been laundered repeatedly, it is probably showing some signs of
wear. Even if it still looks “nice” to you – you may wish to buy something
fresh.
Have plenty of throw pillows and coverings with lots of different textures. Use analogous colors for a more serene look.
A secret of the luxurt bedding industry is to put one or even two comforters under the bed spread to make it look even more luxurious for photoshoots. You can do this for your open houses!
The longer buyers stay and look, the better it is to have them believe they want your lifestyle.
Let your buyers secretly desire to stay. Make them wish they were alone so they could lie on your bed!
If your room would look cramped with this style of
bedding, don't do it! It is more important to give the illusion of lots of space. Instead, go for something more tailored, sophisticated - but still luxurious.
The photo on the right presents an inviting bed without all the fluff. It uses a very tight color range and relies on subtle patterns and textures for visual interest.
It is modern and gender neutral.
To pull something like this off, the rest of the room should match.
Keep it sparse, neutral and modern.
It is modern and gender neutral.
To pull something like this off, the rest of the room should match.
Keep it sparse, neutral and modern.
To give the illusion of even more space, stick to a light,
monochromatic palette. Beige or pale grey are in-offensive neutrals suitable for most buyers.
Lighting
Once you have the bed designed, the next step is to add
some beautiful control-able lighting. If you are lucky enough to have an exceptional view or private balcony, leave the window treatments open for viewings. However, that doesnt mean you get to pass on lighting!
If you are not lucky enough to have a dimmer on the main fixture, install one, or use lower wattage bulbs to help create a serene mood. The main fixture should be something stunning – like a chandelier. Flush hardware store ceiling mounted fixtures and $60 fans have got to go! Whatever you chose to install, it should add drama and excitement. It should also evoke the feeling of luxury.
Pot lights should all be working and have the same wattage and color temperature.
Add lights beside the bed for more control of levels. In the photo above there are three options: standing, table and suspended. Standing or suspended lights allow for more visual space as they do not require side tables. This is a great way to maximize a small master!
Whether on tables, floor lamps or suspended, this lighting should coordinate with the ceiling fixture and be as luxurious as you can afford. Remember that at least these table/floor lamps will be going with you.
If you are not lucky enough to have a dimmer on the main fixture, install one, or use lower wattage bulbs to help create a serene mood. The main fixture should be something stunning – like a chandelier. Flush hardware store ceiling mounted fixtures and $60 fans have got to go! Whatever you chose to install, it should add drama and excitement. It should also evoke the feeling of luxury.
Pot lights should all be working and have the same wattage and color temperature.
Add lights beside the bed for more control of levels. In the photo above there are three options: standing, table and suspended. Standing or suspended lights allow for more visual space as they do not require side tables. This is a great way to maximize a small master!
Whether on tables, floor lamps or suspended, this lighting should coordinate with the ceiling fixture and be as luxurious as you can afford. Remember that at least these table/floor lamps will be going with you.
Seating
I would suggest that the third most important feature is
seating. A cozy spot to unwind from the day, or just to relax and catch up on some reading.
You have all seen it in the magazines and TV shows. A proper master
has some place to sit and relax.
Something plush, possibly with an ottoman and a small table for a lamp, book and beverage.
Something plush, possibly with an ottoman and a small table for a lamp, book and beverage.
Given the choice between a seating area and a dresser or
armoire, go with the seating!
After all, your spacious closet has enough room for all your clothes and accessories, right?
After all, your spacious closet has enough room for all your clothes and accessories, right?
Furniture
If you have met the above suggestions and still have room
in your master, Congratulations! You have a spacious room to boast about!
Keep furniture pieces to a minimum. One beautiful dresser
or armoire should do it. The more empty space, the more luxurious and relaxed
the room will feel.
If you have gym equipment, an exposed TV (i.e.: not in
that one armoire) or anything else that is less than superbly attractive in the master, now is the time to relocate
it or store it.
The Closet
Your master closet should be neat, clean…and half empty.
That’s right! Pack away any clothes you will not need for the next few months
and put it into storage.
Why do this? A half empty closet gives the illusion of abundant storage space.
Why do this? A half empty closet gives the illusion of abundant storage space.
If you do not have a closet system, now may be the time
to set up something ingenious. Use pretty designer boxes, bins, baskets to contain small items. Adjustable shelving or a chic dresser are great to neatly store the items you will need for the next few months. The less visual clutter
the better!
The key thing is to make it look amazing – and if you have to spend money to do that, make sure it is something you can take with you – that is: opt for boxes or dressers over building a built in rack, built in shelves or other storage solution that will stay with the house.
You can negotiate as to whether adjustable shelving stays or goes with you.
The Bath
While there may be less you can do in the master bath,
unless you already planned to renovate or change fixtures, there are still some
important things you can do to make this area more relaxed, luxurious and
spa-like.
First off, clean every inch of the room. Remove anything
that is not attached to the walls or floors to make this easier. All surfaces
should have a washing, scrubbing or polishing. Go to extremes and clean all the nooks and
crannies – including the floor bolts and covers of the throne. Check the paint
for any water droplet outlines from splashes in the sink and bath area and near
towel racks. Don’t forget to clean the cupboards, drawers and medicine
cabinets! What you may no longer notice, buyers will more than likely zero in
on.
Clean all lighting fixtures and make sure all bulbs work
and match for wattage and color.
Once you have cleaned from top to bottom, be very
selective as to what you return to the room. Any items for personal hygiene
should not be put back on the counters. If you absolutely need an item, store it in the closet or cabinet – in some pretty boxes or containers so the storage looks neat when buyers look.
What should be out are some new (fluffy) matching
towels. Stick to white or one shade of a
neutral to evoke a spa-like feeling.
Some pretty soap in a dish (or coordinating ceramic pump), cut flowers or a healthy green plant and some lovely new candles are all that should be out during showings.
Some pretty soap in a dish (or coordinating ceramic pump), cut flowers or a healthy green plant and some lovely new candles are all that should be out during showings.
These hints will help you present a well coordinated
master suite. If you can achieve this, you will be ahead of most other
properties in your area.
If you are putting your home on the market, creating a coordinated master is important before listing. If your home is not showing to the level expected from today’s market, you may have a challenge selling your house fast. If new interior design isn't something you wish to consider right now, we can help.
If you have come to the realization that it is time to move right now to have a better life, but your house isn’t ready for market, we can help.
If you are juggling too many responsibilities to sell your house yourself this fall, then there are people who specialize in the sale of properties "as is" - usually within a week to resolve the situation quickly.
Contact us for details.
Next time we will look at how to sell your house in the fall.
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