Thursday, December 6, 2012

4244 NE 72nd AVE., PORTLAND, OR 97218

MLS # 12230643
Meadows Group Realty
Listing Agent: Eva Sanders & Temara Presley


Charming tree lined street leads to this adorable and immaculate bungalow. Enjoy the front deck with view across the street to the park. Lots of windows for natural light. Pride of ownership shows! Freshly painted, new carpet, newer decks, new roof in 2007, fenced backyard to detached garage, this one will not disappoint. Bonus area finished in clean basement.



It's hard to believe this is the same kitchen! After some major de-cluttering, cabinet door fixes, fresh paint, and removal of large pan hanger. this galley kitchen reflect freshness and workable space. 






Before
 After
 
Wow, what a transformation. The exposed shelving now has the built in doors on it, hiding the clutter. Dark heavy velvet drapery was replaced with light white sheers. The dark walls were painted a soothing light gray and this bedroom now feels light a sanctuary.
 After
 
This once "catch all" craft room filled the room and made the exit onto the back deck difficult to access. By removing most of the craft items, painting it the same soft gray as in the master bedroom, gave this room a clean spacious look.
 After
 
The biggest change at this house was the backyard. Once it looked literally like a rummage sale of left overs items including the chickens that had the run of the yard. With a lot of hard work it now looks like a outdoor retreat that is there to enjoy for many months. Great job!
After
 

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

19720 SUNCREST DR, WEST LINN, OR 97068

MLS # 12089784
Windermere CC West Linn
Listing Agent: Sandy Fogle

Pre-inspected well maintained rare single-level home. Open floor plan with a mix of formal and practical rooms. Relax in the serene backyard or cozy up by the fireplace in the family room. 3 BDR/2.5BA,hardwoods. Newer furnace/air. Neighborhood amenities w/tennis/pool. Walk to park. Short distance to shops & restaurants. A+ Schools Trillium Creek.
 
We modernized this living room simply by removing the mauve recliners and planter stand by window. Rearranging the white chairs and adding a pop of color with colbolt blue pillows to coordinate with dining room arrangement.
 

To open up this family room, we removed a couch, turned the area rug, floated the chairs and diffused the floral love seat with neutral throw and pillows.


 
To make this master a little less feminine we flipped the quilted cover over to neutralize it, pulled the floral vases on the wall, and sawpped the picture above the bed to a more contemporary one stored in the office.
 

Saturday, October 6, 2012

15151 SE P JAYS CT, MILWAUKIE, OR 97267

MLS # 12052940
Prudential NW Properties
Listing Agent: Kim Dittler

Remodeled home on quiet cul-de-sac in wonderful location with RV Parking! Updated roof, windows, & kitchen. Gardener's paradise with gazebo, flowers, garden & deck. Hardwood floors, French doors, living room & remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, corian counters, and updated appliances. Master suite with double closets





 










 


Remodeled home on quiet cul-de-sac in wonderful location with RV Parking! Updated roof, windows, & kitchen. Gardener's paradise with gazebo, flowers, garden & deck. Hardwood floors, French doors, living room & remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, corian counters, and updated appliances. Master suite with double closets.

Sunday, September 9, 2012

17200 ROBB PLACE, LAKE OSWEGO, OR 97034

SOLD IN 4 DAYS!
MLS # 12466480
Meadows Group, Inc.
Listing Agent: Eva Sanders & Temara Presley
 
The location and the curb appeal will catch you! From there be delighted with the vaulted & beamed LR, perfect large Family/Great room that opens to a beautiful mahogany deck for summer dinners, professionally remodeled Master Bath with tile and oversized w/i shower,new carpet, lg Laundry room,lovely yard w/sprinkler, extra parking+small R/V pkg, lots of storage, immaculate
 
 
 
 
This living room was transformed by removing the area rug, extra furniture, and items that carried a blue theme. By neutralizing and toning down personal items made this room appear even larger.
 
Though this dining room border was not taken down, the removal of hutch & serving tray and two chairs made way for a more open room. The light fixture was replaced with a more updated one at a minimal cost. All creating a more inviting room for buyers.
 
Before pictures show too much furniture blocking traffic to the outdoor patio. By reducing the focal point of the fireplace now is more clearing prevalent. 
 
 The after picture simply states the effect of DECLUTTERING...
 
Removing TV, cabinet, chair by window and changing the bedding to more neutral linens helps diffuse the wallpapered wall.
 
 
 
 
 

Saturday, September 1, 2012

11260 SW 90TH AVE, TIGARD, OR 97223

MLS # 12391708
Linda Zimmerman Real Estate
Listing Agent: Janie Davis and Linda Zimmerman

Wonderful mid-century dayranch on park-like .40 acre! Original hardwoods & woodwork in immaculate condition! Fr doors from Dng Rm to HUGE, newly stained deck overlooking picturesque yd. Lovely street of well maintained homes. Stunning brick fplcs in spacious Liv & Fam Rms. New furnace; newer roof. Very lg Utility/Hobby Rm. Close to Wash Sq, Hwy 217 & downtown Tigard.



The multiple area rugs in this front room hid the beautiful hardwood flooring. Some new furniture placement was crucial is showcasing this room along with removing a lot of personal items. It's a true mid century ranch with many original elements.
Removing colorful elements such as the table cloth and area rug and items on the counter tops gave this small kitchen a more neutral and spacious look.
This basement once was filled with many family items and mismatched furniture enclosed the extra living space. By removing a lot of the furniture and items its potential is now seen by buyers.
 
 
 

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

1663 NW 9th AVE, HILLSBORO, OR 97124

MLS # 12522312
Linda Zimmerman Real Estate
Listing Agent: Janie Davis and Linda Zimmerman

 
Amazing home that looks brand new! Move-in ready and backs to a wooded greenbelt! New exterior paint, Kitchen, Dining and Family Rms have new interior paint. Gorgeous laminate wood floors throughout! Vaulted Living Rm. Spacious Kitchen w/new SS sink. Gas fireplace in huge Family Rm. Graceful stairway is beautiful. Upper balcony, plus newly stained deck. Lg Brms & Baths. A "10"!

Below is the consultation report before picture of an exterior that lacked appeal with its faded color. Now it looks fresh and inviting.
 
The homeowner's moved across the country before listing, but they had a lot of work to do before leaving. The kitchen had some repairs, like a new sink and faucet. The walls were still contractor white throughout the downstairs. A fresh warm neutral colored paint over spattered backsplash and other parts of the home make it so much more inviting. "Move in" Ready!
It's hard to imagine this is the same room that once had homemade green curtains blocking the gorgeous exterior view. The cold white walls were transformed to a nice neutral warm color now cohesive with the laminate flooring.
Don't forget the exterior touches. This backyard deck had been neglected for years with tree debris and peeling paint. A thorough deck wasking/stripping and clear sealant brough this back deck to life again.