Styling To Live vs. Styling To Sell: Unveiling The Differences.
When it comes to interior design and home decor, the objectives can vary significantly based on the purpose behind styling.
When our Home Style Co team presents ideas and furniture layouts with our vendors, we often share a tip to remember: ‘Styling for sale is different than styling to actually live in’. However, what does this mean?
In this blog post, we’ll explore the contrasting perspectives of styling to live versus styling to sell, shedding light on the key differences.
Styling to Live: Creating Your Dream Space
Styling to live is all about personalisation and reflecting your individual taste and lifestyle. It is centered around creating a home that resonates with you, your family, and your personal preferences.
Designing for the functionality of your everyday life is key, this is where without question it is sensible to organise the living room furniture purely around your tv for proper viewing, or position a bed in a way that makes sense to you.
However when styling for sale, you won’t necessarily always see this. Furniture layouts are all about showcasing the space in the best possible light for photography, optimal walking routes, and positive experiences at open inspections.
Therefore, sofas can sometimes not be placed directly opposite a tv unit and rather positioned along walls to allow open space.
Beds can also sometimes not be positioned solely where the power points are, but rather on the first wall seen to allow visitors to ‘peak in’ to a bedroom, and not enter to an empty wall.
Styling to Sell: Appealing to Potential Buyers
When styling a property for sale, the objective shifts from personal taste to broad appeal.
The goal is to create an inviting, neutral, and aesthetically pleasing environment that potential buyers can envision themselves living in.
Removing personal items, family photographs, and excess clutter to create a clean and spacious feel is extremely important. This allows potential buyers to visualize the space as their own and helps them focus on its unique features.
Opting for simple, elegant, and cohesive decor that appeals to a wide range of potential buyers is key. A well-styled property can create an emotional connection and leave a lasting impression on prospective purchasers.
Styling to live and styling to sell may have different objectives, but both require careful thought and attention to detail.
Understanding these differences is crucial in order to create spaces that meet your personal needs or appeal to potential buyers.
Whether you’re revamping your home or preparing a property for sale, embracing these approaches will guide you in achieving your desired outcome.