Stage, Style, Sell
Welcome to Balance Home Staging
What is Home Staging?
Selling a home isn’t just about putting it on the market; home staging is a property marketing tool that helps potential buyers imagine themselves living in it. At Balance Home Staging, we help homeowners, landlords and holiday let owners across Northumbria and Cumbria create beautifully styled properties that sell and book faster and for a higher price. By enhancing your home’s appeal through our four design principles – balance, proportion, flow and emphasis – we transform your space into one that buyers and guests can instantly connect with. Whether you are preparing a house for sale, launching a new Airbnb or refreshing your holiday cottage, we use expert home staging and property styling techniques to maximise your appeal – both online and in person.
What We Do.Â
- Home staging for sale
- Styling for holiday lets and Airbnb properties
- Short term rental makeovers
- Declutter and refresh consultations
- Sourcing furnishings and accessoriesÂ
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The Impact of Home Staging on Sales
- Visual Appeal: 100% of estate agents agree that staging helps buyers see the property as a future home.
- Faster Sales: 85% of agents report that staged homes sell up to three times faster.
- Higher Offers: Staged homes can attract offers up to 10% higher than non-staged properties.
(Source: Home Staging Association UK 2023)
Our Four Design Principles
How our Four Design Principles enhance your property’s appeal.
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Balance
Ever notice how some rooms just feel “right”? That’s the power of balance. It’s about more than arranging furniture; it’s about creating a space that feels visually calm and welcoming. From thoughtful layouts to well-chosen colours, we create rooms that feel unified, setting a relaxing tone that appeals to buyers.
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Proportion
Size matters! The relationship between furniture and room dimensions is key. It is about fitting furniture and decor to the room’s size and layout, making each space feel natural and functional. With the right scale and placement, we ensure every room is perfectly proportioned – not too crowded, not too sparse, but just right.
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Flow
Flow is the sense of ease as you move through a space. Every property has a natural rhythm, and we highlight it by arranging clear, natural pathways. This intuitive layout helps buyers imagine how they’d live in the space, adding to its appeal.
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Emphasis
Every room has a standout feature—maybe it’s a beautiful view, a fireplace or a comfy sofa. We make these features shine by arranging the space to naturally draw attention to them. This makes each room memorable, helping buyers picture their future in your property.
Showcasing Work That Drives Results
Take a look at how we have transformed rooms into beautiful, inviting spaces that feel like home the moment you walk in.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I stage my home?
Staging can make a big difference in how quickly your home sells and at what price. Homes that are staged typically sell faster and for a higher price because they appeal to a wider range of buyers. Staging also helps your property stand out in listing photos, which are often the first impression buyers will have.
How much does home staging cost?
The cost of home staging can vary depending on the size of your property and the level of staging required. We offer a range of packages, from partial staging (focusing on key rooms) to full staging (for the entire home). We can provide a detailed quote after our initial consultation.
How long will the staging process take?
Typically, staging takes 2 to 4 days, depending on the home’s size and the scope of work. We work efficiently to get your property ready for showings as quickly as possible.
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Working with Balance Home Staging really transformed my property! They made the house feel spacious and welcoming. They were a delight to work with and had loads of advice and suggestions—highly recommended.
Louisa is fantastic to work with! She brought a fresh perspective to my home and, in just three days, created a beautiful, inviting look and feel. Her incredible attention to detail and thoughtful touches made all the difference—thank you, Louisa. House sold at last!”
My house had been up for sale for over four months without any offers. Our estate agent advised us to consider home staging and after much thought we asked Balance Home Staging to help. I’m so glad we did. They did an amazing job and and we were over the moon to receive an offer over the asking price within just one week!