Tips to Make Your Home an Unforgettable Viewing Experience

We’ve put together a list of tips to help make your home viewing an unforgettable experience!

25th February, 2023

Updated 11/10/2023

When you’re selling your home, viewing is one of the most important stages in the process. Selling today means traditional showings, along with online viewings. Online viewings are increasingly becoming an important part of promoting your home and increasing interest. Today, most buyers will not buy a home unless they’ve first viewed it at least once.

The goal of a home viewing is to make your property as attractive as possible in-person and virtually. We’ve put together a list of tips to help make your home viewing an unforgettable experience!

 

1. Feature the Highlights

The rooms that are usually the most important for a viewing are the living room and kitchen. These are the most often used, visible, and social spaces of any home. This is where many buyers make their final decision to buy the home or not. With this in mind, it’s important to showcase the best features of these spaces.

For instance, if your living room has a fireplace, this is usually the focal point of the room. And fireplaces are still popular with homebuyers. No matter what time of the year the viewing will be held, make sure the fireplace is clean. You may consider placing a basket of logs near the hearth and using attractive elements (such as candles and artwork) on the mantle. In addition, a large picture or mirror above the fireplace can bring more attention to this part of the room.

 

2. Special Small Spaces

Small rooms and spaces are also important during a home viewing. So, try to make the space beautiful and inviting. For instance, you may want to consider turning a spare bedroom into a home office. Home offices are also high on the homebuyer’s list of wants! Other ideas are to create a guest room, hobby room, and more.

If you choose to turn that unused space into a home office, make sure to use furniture that’s size for adults, not children. The space should be usable and made to reflect how it could be used by a homebuyer.

Finally, remember not to stuff any small spaces or rooms with too much furniture. That’s a quick turn off for any homebuyer.

 

3. Boutique Bedrooms

Bedrooms are also highly important to prospective buyers. These are personal spaces where we want to get away from the world and find rest. Think of beautiful hotel rooms and consider using some of their ideas to make your bedroom(s) more comfortable and feel like a boutique.

You can start with your bed’s headboard. Nothing creates a focal point in the bedroom more than a beautifully designed headboard. Depending on your home’s décor, you can keep the headboard simple by using a hardwood headboard or designing a fabulous creation that makes the space cosier.

Next, consider the bed. This is the place of rest, so make the bed look stunning and inviting. Consider adding plumped pillows, a beautiful bed cover such as a comforter or bedspread, and more. You can also bring more focus to the bed by creating an accent wall. This can be done by painting the wall behind the bed’s headboard a luscious tone that contrasts or complements your décor.

Now, consider adding beautiful nightstands, a chest of drawers, and more to your luxurious boutique bedroom. Don’t forget to add stunning window treatments, such as drapes, blinds, and more. In addition, the room won’t look finished unless you scatter some accessories around the room. These can include clocks, books, vases, photo frames, and more. Remember the rule of threes—keep accessories in groups of three to make the space look more interesting. Experiment until the arrangement looks its best.

Finally, add a throw or blanket to the foot of the bed to add a sense of cosiness, texture, warmth, and comfort to the space.

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4. Create a Delightful Garden

Gardens and balconies are also extremely popular with homebuyers. These are spaces where it’s fun to relax in nature and get away from the house for a bit without leaving home. These spaces can also be used for entertaining, dining, relaxing, and more. No matter how large or small your outdoor space is, look for ways to make it enchanting and inviting.

For instance, adding a table and chairs not only makes the space more usable but also creates a great place to entertain. Now, you can’t just have a table and chairs. It’s essential to make the space attractive and inviting. This can be done by adding small potted plants, a vase of beautiful flowers on the table, outdoor candles (or LED candles) scattered around the space and on the table, and more.

 

5. Accessorising in an Artful Manner

Now, it’s time to consider how to make your space artfully attractive with accessories! Consider adding mirrors in strategic places to add a touch of glamour or bring light to a bare wall. Mirrors can also be used to bring light and the appearance of more space when placed correctly.

In the kitchen, ensure the space is clean, with as many small appliances put away as possible. Now, take a look at the counter space. Consider adding a basket of beautifully arranged fruit to the counter. Hand towels can add a splash of colour. You can add a functional utensil holder to match your kitchen’s décor. Or add a cookbook holder made from wrought iron. Let your creativity flow!

What can you add to make a bathroom more luxurious? Here, again, remove all clutter from the space. Now, consider adding fluffy towels in a colour that matches your décor. Does the space need more shelving? Why not add some shelves over the toilet, and use caddies and dispensers on the counter? A rich rug on the floor also adds some luxury to the space. Your bathroom will look like a spa with these additions.

 

Summing It Up

The key is to make your home look clean, uncluttered, and attractive for the house viewing and online photos. In addition, the estate agent should be informed about the property’s features that could be attractive to the potential homebuyer. This is another way to make the viewing even more personalised to the buyer.

By following these tips, you’re sure to have a beautiful home for showing interested homebuyers in-person and online!

FAQs

How can I make my small living room a great viewing space?
To maximise a small living room, use space-saving furniture, mount your TV on the wall, and choose a sectional sofa that fits your room’s dimensions.

What’s the ideal screen size for a home theatre?
The ideal screen size depends on the viewing distance. As a general rule, multiply the distance (in inches) between your seating and the screen by 0.84 to get the screen size in inches.

What are some popular smart home systems for entertainment?
Smart home systems like Google Home, Amazon Echo, and Apple HomeKit are popular choices for controlling entertainment systems.

How can I create a cozy atmosphere for movie nights?
Use soft lighting, plush blankets, and comfortable seating. Adding scented candles or an essential oil diffuser can enhance the cozy ambiance.

What’s the best seating arrangement for a family viewing experience?
A sectional sofa or a combination of a sofa and recliners works well for family viewing, ensuring that everyone has a comfortable seat.

What’s the advantage of a home theatre projector over a TV?
Home theatre projectors provide a larger screen size and can create a more immersive cinematic experience, similar to a movie theatre

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