HOME d e s i g n + s t y l e
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DATED INTERIOR DESIGN CAN ACTUALLY
LOWER YOUR HOME’S RESALE VALUE.
HERE ARE A FEW TIPS TO HELP YOUR
HOME REACH ITS POTENTIAL.
design decisions should be made to suit you and
your family’s style while you are enjoying your
home. But not everyone has the same taste. If you
plan to put your home on the market in the future, make
sure your designs aren’t living in the past.
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out: Tile Counters
Tile countertops were all the rage in the 1970s. Inevitably,
the grout lines would attract stains that were impossible to
clean.
instead: If you’d like to keep your space current,
ditch the tile with its hard-to-clean grout lines and replace
granite with quartz, stone or marble in lighter, neutral
shades. This look provides a minimalist modern aesthetic
that is open and bright.
out: Eliminating Closets
A frequent mistake homeowners often make is removing
closets to free up space for larger bedrooms or master baths.
People need storage, so this immediately reduces your
home’s value.
instead: With the right furnishings and textiles, a
smaller bedroom can feel cozy and perfectly-sized. Having
good storage means you can put away the “clutter” that a
larger bedroom tends to accumulate. It also reduces wasted
space that you are really not going to enjoy anyway.
out: Hollywood Mirror Lights
You know exactly the ones we are talking about. Large bulbs
lining the mirror frame that leave you feeling like a deer
in the headlights every morning. These type lights aren’t
energy efficient, and they can be expensive to replace.
instead: Opt for lighting that produces a more
natural glow. In a bathroom, you should have some general
purpose overhead lighting and some vanity lighting. There