Home Staging Project
2166 BROADWAY ONE-BEDROOM
(“AFTER” photos by Martyn Gallina-Jones)
About the Project
Before Staging, this quirky one-bedroom condo suffered from thirty years of neglect – peeling and chipped walls/ceilings, blistered plaster from old leaks, smoking-discolored surfaces and paint, and multiple other issues; yet, the out-of-state sellers thought it was “move-in ready.” During Pre-Staging, HUMANSCAPES’ advice helped the owners see the value in refreshing this rough gem with much-needed repairs and painting throughout in a sophisticated color palette. The final touch was selecting and positioning HUMANSCAPES’ furnishings to maximize the space’s livability, charm, and hi-rise vistas. After Staging, potential buyers not only loved the desirable neighborhood; now, they could focus on the spectacular Central Park and city views, plus the many features of this unique space. The owners accepted a near-asking offer and could now fully enjoy a New England retirement.
Floor Plan
Living Room
BEFORE
Angled corners and poor overall condition were serious negatives for this pricey diamond-in-the-rough
BEFORE
This walk-through area looked more like a hallway with spectacular views than the main living space for this one-bedroom apartment
AFTER
This home now has it all — unmatched and unobstructed views, as well as a gracious living area, dining area, and a distinctive angled gallery wall that all enhance the architectural features
Dining Area
BEFORE
The sellers simply had used this area with the most stunning Central Park and city views as an extension of the entry hall.
AFTER
This previously-overlooked space was staged to capture buyers’ imagination of dining with these unparalleled views.
Living Room
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Kitchen
BEFORE
South View | The sellers’ oversized sideboard crowded the small kitchen and highlighted the lack of counterspace and storage.
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North View | This well-worn, walk-through kitchen with a cooktop and no oven was definitely not a selling feature.
AFTER
Pre-Staging and Staging included repairing, cleaning, and polishing the cabinets, installing under-cabinet lighting, and adding a small display console to maximize this modest Kitchen’s appeal and draw buyers’ attention to another open city view
Bathroom
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Bedroom
BEFORE
This bedroom’s size and massive closets were over-shadowed by the huge built-in desk, peeling paint, and missing base molding.
AFTER
Pre-Staging repairs and desk removal showcase this lovely bedroom with HUMANSCAPES’ furnishings, including a tall display case in the empty niche
AFTER
Pre-Staging repairs and desk removal showcase this lovely bedroom with HUMANSCAPES’ furnishings, including a tall display case in the empty niche
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