By The Dream Digs Team, September 17, 2018
In the housing market, bonus rooms – multipurpose spaces in addition to your home’s designated bedrooms and living spaces – can be a major draw for homebuyers. Deciding how to best present the space can leave many sellers scratching their heads. But, with a well-executed staging plan, bonus rooms can transform an ambiguous space into a place of wonder. Here are some key factors to take into consideration when staging bonus spaces:
- Create possibilities. One of the most important aspects of home staging is to create an ambiance that feels both welcoming and full of potential. Instead of leaning too hard into a single concept, allow bonus spaces to feel flexible. So rather than investing money to construct built-ins or add fixed features, work with a staging specialist to create a design and layout which invites potential buyers to envision their own dream space.
- Cater your market. Prior to staging bonus spaces, become familiar with what features are desirable to buyers in your market and highlight the possibility of those amenities accordingly. For example, in more suburban area largely populated by families, a study space or kid’s playroom is a likely to appeal to buyers. In urban markets where space is limited, staging a multifunctional space that provides additional storage is incredibly likely to improve the value of the property.
- Address the awkward.Larger bonus rooms often come with a couple of quirks. If your converted attic has a section with low-sloping ceiling, for example, it’s important to find a clear purpose for the space. By adding design features, sitting areas, or storage functionality to these awkward areas helps to create a narrative for the buyer. In doing so, you can reframe these quirks as features, rather than drawbacks.
By thoughtfully staging bonus spaces in your home for the benefit of potential buyers, you can increase the marketability of your property. If you’re looking to sell a home, speak with Aryne + Dulcinea to learn more about optimizing your space for the market.
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Over the course of their professional partnership, Aryne + Dulcinea have helped over 200 clients prosper in their new lives. During this time, they have prided themselves in their top-notch selling abilities, with homes outperforming market standards, consistently exceeding list price while most of their listings sell in under 7 days. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.
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The Dream Digs Team are full-service, high-producing agents, who know how to navigate the unique challenges facing the Portland real estate market. The secret to their success lies in their professionalism and complementary skill sets. In 2012, Aryne + Dulcinea seized the opportunity to combine their creative and technical acumen to create a values-driven, client-driven team unlike any other. We are expert negotiators and project managers with a strong background in creative marketing. The Dream Digs Team are fierce advocates for our clients.
Our passion for real estate is connected to our commitment to the Portland way of life - a dedication to sustainability and appreciation for all things local. As Earth Advantage Brokers and ADU Certified Specialists, our team is savvy in all aspects of alternative living practices from versatile housing additions, green building practices, and revenue-generating strategies. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, The Dream Digs Team will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching your real estate goals.
Dedicated to serving buyers and sellers with expertise, enthusiasm, and attention to detail, Aryne adeptly navigates the Portland real estate market. Licensed since 2005, she honors our clients' wants and needs using her sharp negotiating skills and professional know-how to achieve the best results for everyone she serves. Aryne loves the Pacific Northwest! Outside of work, she enjoys hanging out with her husband, listening to music, going on road trips, and talking about everything under the sun. She looks forward to visiting her grown-up kids at college and watching them succeed in all their endeavors. She loves yoga, hiking, dinner parties, podcasts, and embracing all that Portland offers.
Dulcinea thrives on working with clients with a range of real estate goals. Born and raised in Oregon, Dulcinea comes to real estate with a background in design and education. She is an award-winning professional and a steadfast advocate when working for our clients. She has a keen eye for preparing properties for listing and finding properties that best serve our buyers' objectives. Licensed since 2013, Dulcinea works in and around Portland. She is the mother of two and wife to her high school sweetie. In her free time, she stays busy with her family, traveling, creating community, cooking, gardening, making art, exploring, and dreaming big!
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