My 'Staged to Sell' Home Office Makeover

Do you remember my Home Staging Action Plan?  Well, I finally decided to get my butt in gear and start tackling a few of those home selling projects!

So far, I've finished the Spring Cleaning (except for washing the windows), and applied a fresh coat of white paint to the interior doors and trim work.

But, the project I really want to share with you is my NEWLY STAGED HOME OFFICE!  This room had a very blue accent wall and a very personal decorating style.  I started off by removing all of the artwork and accessories, and painting the entire room in a neutral, 'buyer friendly' beige.

To enhance the feeling of a warm and inviting home library, I decorated the armoire and fireplace mantel with a collection of books and englsh ivy.

The artwork I'd been planning to use ended up being too small, and just didn't work in the space.  So, I made a trip to Michaels for some larger canvases, pulled out my art supplies, and quickly whipped up two simple abstracts to take their place.

Even though the paintings are hardly awe-inspiring, they do help create the sense of balance I was looking for, and make the room feel... complete.

So, here's a little reminder of what the home office looked like BEFORE...

And, here's the newly staged, AFTER version.

The room is calm and serene, and even feels larger now.  I have to admit, I think I actually like it better this way!

I guess only time will tell whether or not my NEWLY STAGED HOME OFFICE has that all important, mass market appeal I was aiming for.

And now, it's on to the next project... dealing with our living room's dark and dramatic feature wall!

~ Wendi ~ xo

12 Ultra Chic and Glamorous Home Offices

Are you in the mood for a serious dose of PRETTY?  Well then, you've come to the right place!

In fact, these chic, girly and oh-so-glamorous home offices aren't just pretty, they're absolutely GORGEOUS!

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Are you feeling inspired to add a touch of 'pretty' to your work space?

~ Wendi ~ xo

Lovely Little Blog Writing Desks

(via Home Office Guides)

It would be so wonderful to have a lovely little space for working on my blog:  a quiet spot set apart from life's daily distractions, where words and ideas would flow effortlessly across my laptop screen...

(Sarah Richardson)

(via Haus Design)

(via Better Homes and Gardens)

(via Distroarchitecture)

(via Better Homes and Gardens)

(via Decor Pad)

(via Eva Designs)

(via Deco Journal)

(via Better Homes and Gardens)

Which of these spaces would you choose as the ideal location to inspire your love of blog writing?

Love Letters and Writing Desks

Perhaps it's my deep affection for the written word that has me wistfully longing for a classic writing desk.

Writing on the same surface as others have, centuries before my time, is an incredibly romantic notion.  My imagination is inspired by the countless secrets a writing desk must hold within its delicate frame.     

Even though the last century has witnessed momentous changes to the manner in which we correspond, the writing desk has remained constant in its timeless and enduring appeal.

Now a treasured statement piece, this small scaled piece of furniture is a coveted element in today's new traditional design.  

Writing desks were once used by the lady of the house to pen personal letters, and extend or reply to elegantly embossed invitations for distinguished social engagements.  They continue to evoke the sense of quiet graciousness and gentle refinement, reminiscent of their significant place in history.

 

Writing desks date back to the latter part of the 17th century.  They were designed with a surface height conducive to writing for long periods of time while seated on beautifully appointed, straight-backed chairs.      

 

Rich wood and graceful lines are characteristic of a centuries old writing desk.  But, it's the contemplation of tender love letters written upon its surface long ago, that truly inspires my imagination, and makes me yearn for its romantic presence in my own home.
   

I'm completely infatuated with the idea of acquiring a piece of history, deeply imbued with the emotional and creative energies of the past. 

A beautiful, antique writing desk would definitely inspire me to write more often.  And I believe anything that fuels a creative passion deserves serious consideration.

What would inspire you to be more creative?