101 Showcase: Living areas

Perfect open plan living.
Clean your fireplace.

Tip #55

Sweep, clean and set the fireplace. During the winter months having a fire going during viewings can create a great atmosphere. Now might be a great time for your annual chimney ‘check and clean’.
De-clutter mantel.

Tip #56

Keep the mantel de-cluttered but perhaps a well placed feature can add to the ambience.
Remove excess furniture.

Tip #57

Have easy traffic flow patterns, remove excess furniture but make sure the room still appears functional.
Light up exposed beams or cathedral ceilings.

Tip #58

Draw attention to any exposed beams or cathedral ceilings with special lighting but make sure to remove any cobwebs and dust.
Indoor outdoor flow.

Tip #59

Where possible try to accentuate the linkage with any outdoor entertaining areas. These areas should effortlessly flow off the home and sell the entertainers’ aspect of the home.