The Art of Being Remembered
In Christchurch’s post-earthquake era of housing developments, it’s becoming harder for real estate to stand out. However, we’ve put bland on notice! We stage homes with personality and polish, giving you the property that buyers can’t stop thinking about.
As an artist herself, lead stylist and company director, Jayne Morgan, laughs that her own home feels like an art studio! In fact, one of her original series makes up part of The Finishing Touches extensive art collection.
For us, art isn’t an afterthought propped on a predictable console. It’s an essential element of the story. We use original artwork and curated prints to layer the homes we stage with memorable personality. Take the home we recently staged in New Brighton – a two-bedroom townhouse with near-identical neighbours.
Not anymore! We’ve differentiated this property with art, in particular, an ENORMOUS show-stopping piece of a breaking wave. Impossible to forget, this art is perfect for the location. And best of all, the townhouse is suddenly memorable – and when buyers remember it, they’re more likely to buy it!
From Vision to Final Flourish
When you stage a home with The Finishing Touches, a truck will pull up, and all sorts of goodies will emerge – pretty stock standard, huh? Well, not if you consider the person who also emerges. Jayne Morgan, director and lead stylist, will be on that truck too, meaning you get the Boss Lady on the job! She personally stages, styles, curates and fine-tunes every home.
Importantly, this isn’t her first visit. Jayne takes care to converse with owners and agents prior to the install, ensuring everyone is on board with her vision. And while Jayne doesn’t try to do the agent’s job, she’s savvy when it comes to marketing a home. Jayne knows her job is to support the sale of the property; her experience and knowledge are a powerful asset in any agent’s arsenal.
A Different Kind of Shopping List
We don’t believe great staging comes from ticking boxes on a shopping list. It comes from knowing what to look for and where to find it. Jayne curates every home with an instinct for beautiful furniture, considered accessories and those unexpected pieces that give a room personality. Nothing is there simply to fill a space. Every piece has a purpose, creating a layered and unforgettable look that feels collected.
Because memorable homes aren’t formulaic. They’re curated.
‘We use natural fibres like linen and wool, antique brass and walnut timbers – materials that are on trend, but timeless. Because timeless pieces feel like home.’ – Jayne Morgan
Pretty is the Point – But Selling is the Goal!
We want every home to look beautiful – but that’s only the beginning. Every decision we make has a purpose: to highlight the home’s best features, create connection and help buyers imagine themselves living there. Everything is carefully considered to create desire and make the property feel wanted. Ultimately, we’re not staging for compliments; we’re staging to sell the house.
Let’s Make Your Home the One They Remember
Ready to make your home the one buyers remember? Get in touch with Jayne Morgan to arrange a consultation and discover what beautifully strategic and fabulously attention-seeking staging can do for your property.
Call Jayne on 021 882 379 or email jayne@thefinishingtouches.co.nz to get started.