Just because cooler weather is coming in, that doesn’t mean you’re going to stop giving tours! If you’re attracting new prospective residents to your community, some of them are going to want to stop by to check it out for themselves, and this will require a little home staging. By staging the residence you’re showing them, they can better picture what their lifestyle will be like once they move in, and there are some clever ways you can do this that are perfect for the fall and winter seasons.

First and foremost, you’re going to want to keep the temperature down. While the chill outside may seem like the perfect reason to crank it up and a bit and embrace the warm and cozy, you should remember that people will be coming to visit while wearing a jacket or a coat. While they’re touring the residence, they don’t want to have to carry their jacket, leave it somewhere, or overheat inside it, so you want to keep the home comfortable for them. A good rule of thumb is to keep the temperature of the residence at around 60 to 65 degrees.

Next, you’re going to want to decorate the residence for space. People love open space, and decorating or furnishing to create more of this will make the residence look larger and more pleasing to the eye. Light colors painted on the walls, white ceilings, and furniture that isn’t too bulky can create the look of a nice open, airy, and roomy home.

While decorating, you’re also going to want to keep things neutral, as this will be the most likely to appeal to a wider audience. While bold colors, prints, materials, and fabrics may be the favorite of some, more will be able to relate to the décor when it is kept as neutral as possible. For outdoor décor, the outside may be decorated for the season, but it’s important not to overdo it!

The staged residence you provide to visitors will be their first impression of living within your community, and as we all know, first impressions are important! By keeping things comfortable, neutral, and airy, you can prepare a home that anyone will want to picture as their own! For more information regarding staging a residence this fall or winter for a tour, simply check us out at Occupancy Solutions!