Styling Newly Built & Renovated Homes: From Blank Canvas to Masterpiece
It’s no secret that a stylist’s dream is working with a blank canvas, which is why newly built and renovated homes are highly desired by home stylists. With modern layouts, fresh paint, and quality finishes, these homes provide a perfect base to create a “wow factor” for buyers. At Sell in Style Property Styling, we’ve put together our five best styling practices for taking a newly built or renovated home from a blank canvas to an interior masterpiece.
Less Is More With Styling Elements
Newly built homes already shine with their clean, modern interiors, so they require fewer decorative elements than older, dated homes. Over-styling can overwhelm the space and distract buyers from the home’s best features. Instead, focus on carefully selected décor that complements the home without overcrowding it.
Choose Furniture & Décor That Adds Value
When styling a newly built or renovated home, it’s essential to match the furniture and décor to the property’s character and location. High-quality styling can elevate the property’s sense of luxury and significantly boost its perceived value. Our team considers the home’s layout, buyer demographics, and seasonal trends to choose pieces that resonate with your target audience and maximise market appeal.
Accentuate the Property’s Best Features
Highlighting the property’s standout elements creates an emotional connection with buyers. For spacious living areas, incorporate statement furniture, large rugs, and balanced styling to emphasise the size and openness. For less desirable spaces or partial renovations, subtle styling tricks—like adding cookbooks, plants, and decorative trays—help shift attention toward the room’s potential rather than its flaws.
Invest in Quality Photography
Beautiful styling deserves to be showcased properly, which is why professional photography is a must. Newly built and renovated homes photograph exceptionally well, and high-quality images can dramatically improve online engagement and reduce time on the market. At Sell in Style, we ensure our styled properties are captured perfectly to impress buyers before they even step inside.
Case Study: Two Stunning Renovated Queenslanders
The following examples showcase two beautifully renovated homes styled by Sell in Style Property Styling, both located in Banyo, QLD:
Property 1: View Listing — Sold for $1,600,000
Our stylists combined modern and rustic furniture to complement the crisp, clean interiors. The kitchen was styled minimally, with a few focal-point arrangements, while bedrooms used soft, neutral tones. In the living room, simple furnishings and a reflective mirror allowed natural light and greenery to shine as the main features.
Property 2: View Listing — Sold for $1,600,000
This property featured an incredible outdoor entertaining space, high ceilings, and bold architectural details. To complement its striking features, our stylists opted for white furniture, paired with blue and green accents, keeping decorative elements minimal to showcase the home’s natural beauty.
When styled strategically, newly built and renovated homes stand out in the market, attract more buyers, and achieve exceptional sale prices.
For more information on property styling or to get in touch for a consultation, visit sellinstyle.com.au or call us on 0432 436 567.