Bryan The Real Estate Guy
Meet Susie Anderson
When Bryan completes the renovations and leaves an empty canvass to design, the first thing I do is determine an intention for the space. The Feng Shui I wish to design sets the function, flow, and harmony of the home.
I'll admit that I am a minimialist at heart, and I prefer fewer intentional furniture and decor pieces over a busy space with too many inputs.
Get Inspired
Choose your Color Pallette. What is the mood you want for your space?
Shopping for Furniture
One of my favorite places to shop is LaZBoy because the designers will help you with furniture design layout. I also like to visit Pottery Barn because they are in a Hygge mood lately, and have some amazing pieces.
We purchase anchor furniture pieces there, however, we use their designs as inspiration, and purchase the majority of furniture, textiles, and decor pieces from our favorite online shops at a lower price point.
Our most recent discovery is an Amish made custom wood furniture distributor in Minnesota. The prices are similar to the cheap engineered faux wood you'll find at your big showrooms. We just recieved 4 rooms of furniture for our beach condo.
Hygge Area Rugs
Defining each space with an Area rug is critical to Feng Shui, especially on hard floor surfaces. It doesn't have to cost a fortune, but it always looks like it did.
My favorite shopping stops are HomeGoods, World Market, and Amazon.
Windows should be Picture Frames
Windows are meant to be a frame for the OUTDOOR art. Bryan used his jigsaw and a round piece of wood to make an Ohm outside the kitchen window! If you HAVE an amazing yard because you have an amazing Husband, show it off! (The outdoors, I mean, not the Husband).
Outdoor Furniture
Well-staged outdoor spaces also make the home feel larger by showing the exterior as an extension of the living area. Even a modest balcony or small yard can appear more functional and valuable when furnished appropriately. For homes with premium outdoor features—such as a pool, golf course view, or ocean-facing patio—staging highlights those selling points and helps justify a higher asking price.
Staging Partners
Designing and styling your Live In Flip, House Hack, or Short Term Rental Property is one thing, however, a professional home staging company partner is a MUST HAVE for Flippers. When Bryan completes renovations on a flip property and wants to get it on the market in just a few days, I make one call. A professional Staging company sends designers and stagers to the home, makes a plan, and within a few days, brings everything needed to have the home ready for an Open House. Then once the home sells, they pick everything up.