
THE HOME STYLIST was founded by acclaimed interior designer Julie Dana nearly 10 years ago. Ms. Dana recognized a growing need among her clients for an economical alternative to complete home makeovers. She has since worked tirelessly to create programs that support those interested in redoing their homes themselves. And still to this day, every single project is handled personally by Ms. Dana.
Here are 10 reasons why you can confidently hire THE HOME STYLIST:
- Experience. We have been in business much longer than most other local design firms.
- THE HOME STYLIST is fully insured and accredited.
- Ms. Dana’s expertise is recognized nationally (see Press page).
- Advice that is practical - very rarely do you need to start from scratch. We take what you have and make it better.
- A consultation with Ms. Dana is like having a good friend over to give you professional advice. She will be nice but she will also be honest.
- Budget-conscious recommendations, no matter how large or small that budget may be.
- Creative and on-trend ideas.
- Connections to honest and trustworthy contractors, painters and other tradespeople - should you need them.
- No hidden fees. Costs are outlined upfront and receipts for every project submitted - no extra padding here!
- Last but not least, passion! We love what we do and it shows!
Julie Dana’s credentials and accomplishments:
INTERIOR DECORATION AND STAGING HIGHLIGHTS
- Co-author of the book The Complete Idiots Guide to Staging Your Home to Sell
- Selected as one of the decorators in the 2007 and 2009 Junior League of Buffalo’s Decorators’ Show House
- Contributed real estate staging expertise for the book: Completes Idiots Guide to Selling Your Own Home co-authored by Marcia Layton Turner.
- Contributed home staging expertise for the book: 301 Simple Things You Can Do to Sell Your Home NOW by Teri Clark.
- Decorating presentations at national chain stores including Stein Mart and Kirklands.
- Videotaped audition for HGTV show Decorating Cents, My Celebrity Home, FreeStyle (waiting to hear…keep your fingers crossed!).
EDUCATION
- Graduate of Interior Redesign Training Professional Course including: Academic Preparation, Client Presentation, and Home Redesigns, 2002
- Graduate of Accredited Staging Professional™ Course including: Real-Estate Marketing, Psychology of Buyer, House Review and Staging, 2004
- Bachelor of Arts, Central Michigan University, 1985
- Masters of Science, Slippery Rock University, 1988
COLLABORATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS
- Member of Interior Redesign Directory
- Member of One Day Decorating Alumni Association (ODDAA).
- Member of StagedHomes.com as Accredited Staging Professional. View my Accredited Staging Professional featured page.
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