Yes...the housing market can appear very dismal at the moment.  If you are trying to sell your home, you better get in line.  A LONG line.  If you are trying to buy a new home, you better hope that you have spotless credit and all your ducks in a row since financing can be tricky too. Not to mention that you have to sell your house first! So what do you do now? If selling your home seems like it is no longer an option, and you are looking around at a home that either no longer suits your needs or is far from what you would call your dream home, there can be an upside. And there IS a solution. Why not do what you can to MAKE your home, the one you currently own, into the best house it can be?  Now is a great time to start thinking about all those projects that you previously put off or didn't even consider because your plans involved buying or building that new home. Look around, get a consultation with a designer, and find out what you can do to make you more comfortable and beautify your house. It is certainly a better alternative than waiting months and months for your house to sell! A new kitchen update or remodel, bathroom remodel, some new color schemes, or even adding an addition can be a great way to increase your square footage, resale value, and quality of living.  You may have a hard time thinking about what can be done because you look at your home everyday and begin to lose perspective. A fresh set of eyes is always a good idea. Hire a designer to consult with you and give you new ideas you may have never even thought of!  You really have nothing to lose and the best case scenario is that you will create a house you really do love and want to keep or you make it more beautiful and functional until the housing market picks up, in which case you are in a better position for resale..it's a win-win situation! ...read more

With Spring right around the corner, you should be looking at your home and thinking about all the projects that need to be done now that the weather is getting better.  Whether you need a new kitchen, bathroom, or other room remodeled, or just need a change in color or furniture, now is a great time to consult with an Interior Designer.  There are so many benefits to having a professional designer work with you from the beginning to avoid costly (and sometimes ugly!) mistakes. At Lotus Interiors, the month of May means extra savings for you!  Book a home consultation now for the month of May and get the first consultation free.  This gives you a great opportunity to see if you would like working with a designer and make a decision on what projects you want to tackle without any cost or commitment. Call now for your free consultation and be sure to visit my website for more information: www.lotus-interiors.com ...read more