We get asked this a lot and people often confuse the two, so here we attempt to explain.
Objective:
- Property Staging: Aims to enhance a property’s appeal for sale by depersonalising and highlighting its best features.
- Interior Design: Focuses on creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces for long-term inhabitants.
Timing:
- Property Staging: Occurs temporarily before listing a property for sale to attract potential buyers.
- Interior Design: Takes place over a more extended period, involving in-depth planning and customisation to suit the homeowner’s preferences and needs.
Purpose:
- Property Staging: Intends to create a neutral and welcoming environment that appeals to a broad range of prospective buyers.
- Interior Design: Aims to reflect the homeowner’s personal style, taste, and specific lifestyle requirements
Scope:
Property Staging: Focuses on maximizing space, minimising clutter, and creating an inviting atmosphere using minimal furnishings and decor.
Interior Design: Involves a more comprehensive process, including furniture selection, colour schemes, lighting, and custom design elements to suit individual preferences
Duration of Impact:
- Property Staging: Impact is short-term, aiming to make a memorable impression on potential buyers during property viewings.
- Interior Design: The impact is long-term, creating a personalised and comfortable living space for the occupants over an extended period.
Author: Deborah Sauvary