As a little girl, I would love when my mom would take us out and we'd go through model homes. We couldn't afford a new home but that surely didn't stop us from looking and dreaming. Little did I know that one day others would be looking and admiring my work.
And the icing on the cake - I get to save builders thousands of dollars in getting their model homes decorated.
So... in the spirit of Active Rain, here are some of my "after" pictures of the models I've been blessed to stage:
This is the first room you see when entering this home:

Keeping room. When vacant, this room was a challenge for the prospective buyers given the size.

A splash of color!
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Home Staging Atlanta - Kathy Nielsen - 678 522 8392
RESA Professional Stager of the Year - Southern Region 2011
Whether your home is vacant or occupied, this Atlanta Georgia Home Stager, Kathy Nielsen, understands what it takes to sell a home quickly. Her homes have graced the pages of several publications, appeared in TV commercials as well as on HGTV's hit program Sleep On it.
With years of experience and a massive inventory - Kathy makes the perfect choice.

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Michelle - What a wonderful compliment. Thank you!
Nora & Susan - Red happens to be my 2nd most favorite color. First comes green!
Kathy
Thanks Patricia! A "keeping" room is like a family room. I was informed just today that they are typically in the back of the home.
Teresa - Thank you! Borrow away (smile).
Kathy
Hi Kathy,
Your rooms are fabulous! What a great job, 2 thumbs up!!! :)
Kathy,
You 'done good' girl! It looks wonderful! Where did the furniture come from and how many rooms did you stage? How many do you typically stage in the 'model'?
VAL
Thanks you guys!!!
Val & Karen - the furniture came from Brook. We staged every room with the exception of the secondary bedrooms. For this particular home it was the following: Entrance, dining room, living room, master and master bath, keeping room, kitchen, 2nd bedroom and laundry room. All of these rooms were located on the main level. There were 2 additional bedrooms and bath that we did not stage.
Val - I typically stage "key" rooms (kitchen, living room, dining room, master bedroom and bathrooms) for model homes. However, I'll leave it up to the builder.
Karen - Thanks for the wonderful compliment.
Penny & Lori Kim - Thank you!
Great, great job Kathy. You are a staging star!
Thanks, Joelle.
Christine - Yes, I love staging model homes!!
Kathy
Thanks, Marci. The stars were purchased at Kirklands. I have a couple of sets and have used them in a number of different ways.
Kathy
Thanks, Cynthia. The builder and his partner came over when we had it completed - they were ecstatic. The staging truly warmed the space, provided the vision and made the house look like a home.
Kathy,
What a beautiful outcome! Your photos really tell the story. I love how you accessorized each space. Could you tell us how much Brook charged for the monthly rental in that example? Thanks!
Maureen - Thank you!! I'll send you an email and let you know the specifics.
Kathy
Hey Lady! Great work, as always! See you sometime this week! We need to chat! ;)
Ken - I can't believe it! You're right; we have met!
Thanks for your kind words!
I'm so excited about partnering with you!!!! FYI - I've got the flyer in draft and will look to finalize by tonight.
Kathy
Julianna - It was very nice to have someone who has seen my work first hand make such wonderful comments!!
When time permits, I'm going to add more pictures to this set.
Thanks!
Kathy
As usual, you're rooms and work are beautiful!
Kathy - Oh my gosh, these are gorgeous! I LOVE keeping rooms (love the history behind them too!) That bedroom is staged to perfection.
Jackie
Hi, Ken! I rec'd your email and can't wait to hook up!
Tyghre - Thank you. And yes, I love what I do!
Cindy - You're so sweet. Thank you.
Jackie - Thank you! I too love keeping rooms.
Kathy
What a small world! I actually sold the new construction home you staged in Marietta! I think I was the 3rd listing agent, but we finally found the perfect buyer.
You made a beautiful home look drop dead gorgeous!!!