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Date: August 18, 2008
Property: Moering
Referral source:Steve Laevastu | Windermere-Oaktree
Email: sold@windermere.com
CONSULTATION REPORT
Some simple cosmetic changes will greatly broaden the buying audience to help attract families who see the charm of this classic home and confirm to them that it is worthy of a top dollar offer.
IMPROVE CURB APPEAL
There are plenty of buyers who are looking for classic homes in this sought-after neighborhood. Updating the exterior paint scheme will give you an added advantage when negotiating a suitable deal in a market that has been slowing down. Buyers will already be trying to decide if they really want a house that comes with steep steps so presenting the best first impression possible is important.
Add Color to Dormers
The deeper trim color gives some added interest to the upper dormers.
More Complex Color Scheme
Adding a punch of color at the door would give the house a more upscale feel while keeping with a paint scheme that would have been appropriate for this Tudor Revival-style home is important.
Option 1: English-Style Timbered House
Colors
Base Stucco |
Keep Existing Color |
|
Trim Color/Dormers |
Benjamin Moore |
Tudor Brown EXT RM |
Shutters |
Benjamin Moore |
Black EXT RM |
Front Door |
Benjamin Moore |
Cottage Red EXT RM |
Option 2: Dutch-Style Timbered House
Colors
Base Stucco |
Benjamin Moore |
Deep River 1582 |
Trim Color/Dormers |
Match Existing |
|
Shutters |
Benjamin Moore |
Cottage Red EXT RM |
Front Door |
Benjamin Moore |
Cottage Red EXT RM |
Option 3: NW Style Timbered House
Colors
Base Stucco |
Keep Existing Color |
|
Trim Color/Dormers |
Benjamin Moore |
Hampshire Gray HC-101 |
Shutters |
Benjamin Moore |
Gloucester Sage HC-100 |
Front Door |
Benjamin Moore |
Ruby Dusk 1267 |
Kitchen
Coordinate Cupboards with Built-ins
Cabinets in a natural cherry similar in color to the existing cabinets in the adjoining family room with shaker-style cabinet doors would make a big difference.
Granite Counters
I suggest upgrading to granite counters in a stone such as golden toned stone that would coordinate with the slate in the fireplace. Your island is fairly large so I suggest a slab that would have plenty of movement in it (high variation).
Pental Granite and Marble (www.pentalonline.com) Kashmir Gold
Paint One Continuous Color
Paint is the quickest and most economical way to give the house a more high end appearance which will help buyers justify a higher price point. The current paint scheme divides the rooms rather than visually joins the kitchen to the family room and unfortunately, the two colors do not appear quite rich enough for the space. The peachy walls in the family room simply overpower the fantastic stone fireplace and fights a bit with the orangy tone in the wood shelving.
I suggest the kitchen and family room be painted all the same color rich khaki color including the dropped part of the ceiling in the kitchen.
Walls: |
Benjamin Moore Clarksville Gray HC-102 |
| Benjamin Moore Crown Point Sand HC-90 |
Tobacco Accent Wall
An accent wall in a tobacco green would really set off the existing leather sofa and be a great backdrop for the metal sculpture if added on the small wall directly above the fireplace.
Accent Wall: |
Benjamin Moore Urban Legend 238 |
Coordinate Adjoining Office Area
Making the colors and finishes extend into this office area will make the entire main floor feel larger and updated. This is a great renovated floor plan compared to other, more original floor plans in the area. Extending the colors will show off the improved flow of the house.
Damon Thompson
American Home Painting
206-522-7919
Pete the Painter
Peter Hackinen
206-240-5187
The Painters
J. Daniel Castillo
206-271-1695
STRIP WALLPAPER & PAINT
The wallpaper in the house is what is giving it a dated feel. I suggest it be either painted over using an oil-based primer or stripped then painted with more updated paint colors.
| Main Floor Powder Room | Benjamin Moore Providence Olive HC-98 |
| Master Bedroom | Benjamin Moore Decatur Buff HC-38 |
| Upstairs Hallway | Benjamin Moore Powell Buff HC-35 |
| Window Seat Bedroom | Benjamin Moore Beacon Gray 2128-60 |
RECARPET MASTER BEDROOM
I suggest having the master bedroom re-carpeted to match the adjacent hallway that was just added. The more neutral caramel tone will give a better sense of flow to the house and make the master look more upscale.
UPDATE MAIN FLOOR POWDER ROOM
I suggest removing the long countertop and replacing it with a freestanding vanity such as this one available at Costco:
New Overhead Light
Something simple like this one would be in keeping with the charm of the house:
Manufacturer: Home Depot Hampton Bay
Item Name: 3 Light Bath Bar
Color: Brushed Nickel
Item #: Model 25052 SKU#399-430
Price: $139.00 retail
Available In-Stock -Bitter Lake Home Depot
New Mirror
A pivoting mirror like this one from Home Depot Greenwich Collection would look more in keeping with an older home.
As an alternative, you could simply put in a nice pedestal sink and a standing shelf unit:
- Pedestal Sink
- Home Depot
- Kohler Memoirs Collection
- $214.88 sink + $152.03 pedestal
TILE MASTERBATH SHOWER STALL
I suggest taking out the plastic shower stall and using a coordinating tile to what you just used on the flooring. The tile running all the way up the wall would give the modest size bathroom a big drama feel. I also suggest putting in a seamless shower door to make the stall appear larger.
