Vacant and occupied homes require different staging approaches to highlight their best features. Our vacant home staging involves arranging furniture and decor in empty spaces to give them a lived-in feel. On the other hand, home staging uses the homeowner’s existing items to stage the home. Understanding the difference helps homeowners choose the right service to show their property in its best light.
Design Flexibility
Vacant home staging offers a blank canvas for vacant home staging. Stagers can pick out everything from furniture and decor to color schemes for a polished look. This flexibility lets you highlight features of the home and tailor the style to a broad range of buyers. In contrast, occupied home staging uses the homeowner’s existing furniture and decor, so the overall style cannot be changed but offers a more personalized touch. Our team arranges, declutters, and supplements rented or additional pieces as needed to make the home more visually appealing while still being marketable.
Cost and Logistics
Vacant home staging typically involves higher upfront costs because furniture and decor must be rented and transported to fill the empty space. Moving items in and out also requires extra logistical planning. Meanwhile, occupied home staging is usually more budget-friendly because it uses existing furnishings and decor in the home. Main staging costs may include minor rentals or decorative enhancements for homeowners who want to save while presenting their home in its best light.
Impact on Buyer Perception
Vacant home staging shows potential buyers how large and functional each room is, and strategically placed furniture defines spaces and suggests how they can be used. This is particularly useful in homes with unconventional layouts or small rooms, which may seem awkward or uninviting when empty. By contrast, occupied home staging offers an intimate, familiar feel that may help buyers picture themselves in the space. The challenge is to keep it personal without overwhelming buyers with too much individuality, making the home feel welcoming, like a move-in-ready home.
Choosing between vacant staging and occupied staging depends on the property’s needs and presentation goals. Either option makes the home more visually appealing to potential buyers. Vacant staging allows complete design freedom, while occupied staging improves upon the available space. Whatever the situation, our home staging services will make your property look its best and give potential buyers the vision they need to make an offer.
Elevate Staging & Design, founded by Kimberly Darnell, specializes in home staging and interior design, creating appealing, welcoming spaces for potential buyers. We offer a range of services, including professional staging for vacant and occupied homes, styling, and design, all tailored to enhance the marketability of properties. With a strong background in art and design, our expertise ensures that every small or large space achieves its full potential. While we’re based in Lone Tree, we’re only a short drive from Castle Rock. Contact us to enhance your space’s appeal.
