6 Bizarre Unicorn Home Decor Items

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8 Horrible Real Estate Photos You Have To See To Believe

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My Great Interview With Jennings Wire!

Post by Kita Marie Williams.

Well...I have a Commercial For My New Book! Sweet!

So, this whole book writing thing has been a super fun adventure and I'm happy to say that I love the ride! I have a new commercial on YouTube to promote my book and I'm stoked about it!

Ok, its really simple, but its so cute and has this cosmic music to it that I love! HAHA!

Well, I hope you enjoy it my friends and at the least, you buy my book! Take a look, and please feel free to tell me what you think in the comments below. I will be making many other videos covering interior design tips, so I need a lot of feedback to get it right! Thanks for your support and LOVE YOU ALL!

Astrology & Interior Design is in Print!

As some of you may know, I've written lil' book called Astrology & Interior Design: Unlocking the Secret to Your Personal Style at Home. Well, it's finally done!! It is currently available on Kindle and will be available in print on June 18th! The kindle version was released in March, but the print version was the one that took some time to perfect.

My baby is born! YAY! Grab a copy June 18th! :)

The Rush is Loud...

The mathematical symbol for change (delta). It's the
 quintessential representation of the evolving real estate market.

As an interior designer and home stager, I have recently experienced a rush that may be accounted for by the recent turn of events economically in the US (or simply because it's spring). YES, things were hard recently. And, YES, prices and expectations were adjusted to meet those expectations. Nevertheless, realtors and selling homeowners have not adjusted to"the new norm".

Here are a few trends and recommendations that every homeowner and real estate agent should know to successfully navigate the evolving and recuperating real estate market.

1. Home staging works! Now more than ever home staging is a worthy investment, however pricing has changed! Here is why: with the new demand for home staging, inventory of rental and/or acquired staging assets had risen. It is a simple equation of supply and demand people!

Now that EVERYONE sees the value of staging, native home stagers are popular and have little or ZERO inventory. This means that the average price for their services is rising, since the supply and demand curve is in their favor.

Stagers are expected to meet expectations,
but costs are rising. We're drowning! (photo from Fanpop.com)

Lesson: expect to pay for staging! Yes, things are better, which means that you will have to put out a fair investment to get a fair return for staging.

2. The Basic Wage for Workers/Internships is Increasing! And rightly so! I want to hire help and have worthy people to help with my staging projects, but I also want to pay them a fair wage. This affects my bottom-line. Ask yourself, do you want to hire a shady stager that exploits humans or do you want a staging company that pays a fair wage to workers that have earned their stripes?

Overall, the landscape of home staging has changed to reflect the changing times. If you want to successfully sell your property, you must understand these changes and adjust your expectations.

Are you a real estate agent, homeowner or home stager? Let me know what you think!

I hope you enjoyed this post.

"The Rush is Loud", by God Lives Underwater (1998)

KMW Interiors Named Best of 2014!

We've been named one of the best design companies of 2014 in the category of "Customer Satisfaction" by Houzz.com! It has been included in a press release as well. Click Here to read the full article.

I'm so proud of this achievement and I'm grateful for the wonderful Houzz.com community for voting for me!

Culver City Staging Project

I've just finished my first project of the year! I staged the cutest starter home in Culver City! It's an adorable home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a spacious living, dining and kitchen area. It also has a great backyard with an outdoor kitchen and fire pit area.

KMW Interiors has been in the home staging business for just two years and I've been busy almost the whole time. Looks like this will be a busy year as well! :)

 If you're interested in seeing this home, contact Realtor Taunee English for more details.

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5 Simple Ways to Add Pazzaz to Your Décor

It’s a new year! Hurray for 2014! It’s time to clear out the old and make room for the new. Thinking about sprucing up your home to kick-off the new year? If so, you’re on the right track. Just a few changes in the home can really perpetuate that feeling of forward movement and advancement. You’ll be surprised how much more eager you are to create new goals and stick to new plans after making simple changes to your living space.

I've outlined 5 easy ways to give your space a new look without breaking the bank.

1. Pick a New Color Scheme
This is the fundamental step and the hardest! Try looking through design magazines and popular design sites on the internet and go with your gut! If you see a room with a color scheme that gives you an automatic reaction, pay attention to that reaction. Think about how you want to feel while you’re in a particular room. What pictures of homes or decorated rooms give you this feeling?

Color Scheme Examples:

Monochromatic

Analogous

Complementary

2. Update an Old Piece of Furniture

I love refurbishing quality pieces of furniture. Let’s say you've finally decided on a great color scheme for each of your rooms, but some of the furniture pieces, i.e. an accent chair, a dresser etc., doesn't quite go well with your chosen new look. Before you get rid of the piece, consider whether or not it just needs a quick color change. There are tons of resources on DIY refurbishing. I've done it several times to old pieces and it can be great fun to watch a great piece go through a transformation. Here are a few examples of refurbished furniture pieces.

3. Change Your Window Coverings

This simple thing can make a space look completely different! Let’s say you have plain blinds on the windows. Try adding flare by installing simple drapes over the blinds. Not only does this add a decor element, it also helps to block light when needed. Installing drapes doesn't need to be a complicated affair. You can find great decorative curtains and drapes at a reasonable price and install a simple rod to hang them. No need for expensive custom work. If you already have drapes, simply change them out to match your color scheme.

4. Add an Accent Wall

I LOVE accent walls! They really help to change the energy in a space and create an anchor for your color scheme. Try picking one wall that makes sense for you and paint it or install wallpaper. Keep it simple! There are many ideas on creating accent walls, but you don’t have to get super complicated to create the change you’re looking for.

5. Add a Plant or Two

This is really simple, but can make a huge difference. There have been many times when I've decorated a space or staged a home and felt like something was missing. Turns out, all I needed was to add a plant. If you’re a really busy person, I recommend getting fake plants. Real plants are a delight to have, but a fake plant is better than a dead plant. If you are good at taking care of plants, by all means, opt for a real one. They add great energy to a home and produce fresh oxygen.

Live in the LA area and thinking about updating your space? Call KMW Interiors! We work with just about any budget. Whether you want to completely redesign your home or simply need a design consultation to get started, KMW Interiors can help! We're your Southern California source for interior design and decoration!