Cedarwood Project

I was honored to help two of my best friends purchase their first home! We closed a few weeks ago and it was a very happy day! Real estate is a funny thing…you never know what can happen. The ultimate goal is to close and have both parties be happy which I think we succeeded in. It is a beautiful home located in the heart of North Raleigh and is a hop, skip and jump to North Hills. The two story home features hardwood flooring, updated kitchen, built-in’s, updated master bath and HUGE backyard. The new homeowners are interested in blowing out a wall between the formal living room and family room to open it up a bit. We had a contractor check it out and he said if it was built accurately, then he did not think it was load baring but we never know until we tear down the wall. I have started to work on some 3-D models of the space to give my friends an idea of what it would look like opened up (with added beam for support and without). I hope to purchase some rendering plug-ins soon to assist in giving it a realistic look. For now, for space planning purposes, this really helps.

 

Word To Yo Mutha : Creative Real Estate Listing Wording

What the Fluff?

Day after day, I fluff our real estate listings at work. Some days I fly through trying to get to my next task and others I thesaurus the junk out of some words. When looking for a new home, you will often see a caption under the photo describing the room and any features it might have. Most agents quickly insert the obvious: “sparkling granite, gourmet kitchen, designer paint color, light and bright room, bring the party outdoors”…overdone and underwhelming. I admit that I do this sometimes as well since I have a million other things on my plate at work. But when I take the time to do it well, it is like music. Seriously, one may even have a fun time doing this. Imagine it is a creative writing class in college and you just had some coffee in the quad while still wearing your flannel pajama bottoms. Relax and let it flow. Need some inspiration? I have compiled some different, creative listing fluff to assist you in your day to day marketing. Take the time to enhance your writing when describing a home feature. You can make even the most ho-hum home sound like a million bucks!

Real Estate Listing Wording/Fluff

statement making

a cooled off paint palette sets the tone for the rest of the immaculate home

family style

a brighter take

keep the conversation flowing

any day can be a special occasion in your bonus room bar

impromptu backyard bash/dance parties

keep the rays at bay

weathered wood

a whisper of color

soothing backdrop

creates a luminous glow

the custom cedar divider provides privacy and frames views

curved path is invitation to the front door

clearly defined entry

stone pillars anchor the walkway

draws out architecture

stunning

showstopper

open air living

bring paradise inside with this fantastic sunroom

looks both relaxed and modern

inviting

dramatic light fixtures

the master bathroom palette evokes the color of a seaside sunset

becomes a getaway for friends and family

visual treat from many angles

The goal is to paint the picture for the potential buyer and help evoke their emotions. Give it a whirl and let me know what you think.

Raleigh Habitat ReStore Field Trip

 

While running around one Saturday in May, I decided to stop by the local Raleigh Habitat ReStore off Raleigh Boulevard. I found some pretty great stuff that could be polished up and given a great home…follow me!

 

 

 

The gorgeous dress with curved drawers, brass pulled and plenty of storage would look amazing as is. You could also get crafty and paint it peacock blue, leave the brass plates and “dip” the feet in shiny gold paint.

They have added more upholstered goods which makes me nervous sometime but with some love and cleaning, you never know!

Ooh boy! Love the flame stich on this one!

 

 

I always thought it would be fun to take the tops off these and the bottom and use it as a terrarium or candle holder on a porch.

This looks just like the one I got at North Raleigh Ministries! A can of coral spray paint, paint the clear shelves gold on the underside and BAM!

 

This metal locker/cabinet has lots of character! Turn it into a back porch liquor cabinet or mount on casters and use as a bar cart.

This trusty drafting table was only $15.00! Even if you do not draw, you could display art on it in the corner of a large room.

 

All You Need is Love E-Design Board

Here is a Valentines Day inspired interior design board for your viewing pleasure. Can you believe everything is from Anthro or West Elm? You can have great style and design with product that is a click away!

Best Places for Sunday Brunch in Raleigh : One Love Interiors

A friend suggested via text we grab brunch this weekend. Man oh man, do I love brunch. I don’t even think my husband knows how much I love brunch. What is there not to love about bacon, pancakes, omelets, bloody mary’s and mimosas after sleeping in? I was so excited I worked on an e-design board inspired by brunch!

Another friend asked me if I knew of the best places for brunch in the Triangle. Not only does One Love Interiors know Raleigh interior design, we know our brunch. Munch on this brunch list…

Best Blood Mary in Raleigh (notice my priorities?) :

The Raleigh Times Bar has a fantastic Bloody Mary with candied bacon. Not long ago, I had a mouthwatering Bloody Mary at Bad Daddys Burger Bar that was served in a pint glass. That is 16 oz. of awesomeness people.

Best Baked Goods

If you have not been to La Farm Bakery in Cary, you truly are missing out. I cannot say enough good things about this Cary, NC gem! La Farm was started by Lionel Vatinet, a Master Baker who trained in France. Grab a sample of sweet pumpkin bread while you wait in line for a white chocolate baguette. Literally one of the best things I have ever eaten. Get there early before they run out!

Best Grits

The Flying Biscuit Cafe is a Raleigh staple. Don’t miss out on fresh, fluffy biscuits while you wait on your order of creamy grits and BACON! Oh My! After brunch, stroll around Cameron Village and do some shopping at unique shops such as Scout & Mollys or Ten Thousand Villages.

There are many other wonderful brunch options in Raleigh, Cary and Wake Forest. Please share your favorites with me! Now I am off to buy some Zing Zang….

OLI

Raleigh Interior Design Trends : Brass Monkey

Brass is Back!