May has been buzzing with big moments, and we’re excited to bring you along for the ride. From energizing industry events to exciting new builder partnerships and record-breaking staging milestones, our team has been working hard behind the scenes (and having a little fun along the way!). In this issue, we’re sharing a peek into where we’ve been, what we’ve been up to, and a few pro tips we swear by. | | |
SPOTLIGHT
Making Moves at the eXp DMV Regional Rally 2025
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On May 14th, our founders, Young and Trish, had the pleasure of attending the eXp DMV Regional Rally 2025 at the Hyatt Regency in Tysons—an energizing day filled with learning, connection, and celebration within the real estate community.
This powerhouse event brought together agents and leaders from across the region for high-impact training, dynamic networking, and major inspiration. With insightful strategy sessions, recognition of top producers, and a keynote by eXp CEO Leo Pareja, the rally delivered serious value to everyone ready to level up their business in 2025.
As proud sponsors, Staged Interior offered a $1000 staging credit raffle—and we’re thrilled to congratulate Rachel from Rachel Homes, our lucky winner! We’re excited to help bring her next listing to life with beautiful, strategic staging.
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It was an honor to be part of such a vibrant day. Events like these remind us how strong and supportive the DMV real estate community truly is.
We left feeling inspired, connected, and more motivated than ever to continue helping agents and sellers succeed through thoughtful, beautiful staging.
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SWEET SUCCESS
Launching a Stylish Partnership with CR Custom Homes
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We're excited to share a new partnership with CR Custom Homes, a top-tier design-build firm known for their attention to detail and beautiful craftsmanship in Arlington and McLean. Our first project together at 1416 N Hancock St in Arlington’s popular Lyon Village neighborhood was a great success.
This newly built, four-level home offers over 5,500 square feet of luxurious living space, with 7 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms. Just two blocks from the Clarendon Metro, it features high-end touches like white oak engineered hardwood floors, designer lighting. It’s the kind of home that turns heads—and our staging helped make it even more inviting to potential buyers.
The main level impresses with soaring 10-foot ceilings and elegant design touches throughout. You'll find a formal dining room with eye-catching herringbone flooring, a versatile flex space that can double as a home office or guest suite—complete with its own full en-suite bath—and a stylish powder room featuring a custom stone sink. The spacious family room, centered around a cozy fireplace, offers the perfect place to unwind or entertain.
| | Connected to the family room is a chef-worthy gourmet kitchen, thoughtfully designed with sleek, frameless custom cabinetry, a statement exhaust hood, a walk-in pantry, and a fully equipped butler’s pantry. | | Just beyond, a screened-in porch and stone patio create a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience—perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. | | Upstairs, the second floor showcases 9-foot ceilings and a beautifully designed primary suite, complete with two generous walk-in closets and a spa-like bathroom featuring a double vanity, a soaking tub, and an oversized walk-in shower. | | |
Josh N., owner of CR Custom Homes, shared his experience:
"Staged Interior did a phenomenal job staging our home for sale. As a builder, it’s important to partner with teams who communicate clearly, stay organized, and follow through—and Staged Interior exceeded expectations in every way. From our first conversation to the final installation, the process was seamless and professional. The home looks absolutely stunning, and the staging truly highlighted its full potential. We're excited to be working with them again on our next project—already in the pipeline!"
Thanks to the success of the Hancock Street project, we’re teaming up with CR Custom Homes again to stage their next listing at 1742 Atoga Avenue in McLean.
We’re so happy to be working alongside CR Custom Homes and can’t wait to keep bringing stunning, staged homes to the Northern Virginia market.
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TRICK OF THE TRADES
Rolling into Efficiency
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When it comes to destaging, efficiency and care go hand in hand—and one of our most trusted tools behind the scenes might surprise you: the humble trolley.
At Staged Interior, we deal with a lot of large, heavy furniture pieces—from oversized sectionals to solid wood credenzas and everything in between. Destaging can easily become a labor-intensive, time-consuming process without the right equipment.
Instead of lifting and carrying bulky items across long distances (which is exhausting, tiring for the team, and not great for the furniture), we now load the pieces directly onto sturdy trolleys and roll them smoothly to their designated areas. Whether we’re preparing for a new staging or wrapping up a project, this method keeps things moving safely and swiftly.
Here’s our team member Eric, expertly unloading a large chair and smoothly rolling it to its next stop.
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BEHIND THE SCENES
New Inventory Day: Boxes on Boxes!
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We recently celebrated a huge milestone with a record-breaking number of builder spec stagings, and to keep up with this incredible momentum, we invested over $150,000 in brand-new inventory—yes, furniture, art, lighting, and accessories galore. Check out our team member, Daniel, all smiles as he tackles a mountain of boxes!
The real estate market may be shifting, but staging is more powerful than ever. Builders and sellers are realizing just how crucial thoughtful, professional staging is in standing out from the crowd and connecting emotionally with buyers. As a result, we've seen a major uptick in builder spec projects this spring—and we’re rising to meet that demand with fresh, on-trend inventory that reflects today’s design styles and tomorrow’s buyer preferences.
Our team was in full force, unpacking, organizing, tagging, and prepping each piece to hit the road for upcoming projects. Stay tuned—there’s much more to come, and our trucks are just getting started.
| | We’re grateful for the opportunity to bring creativity and impact into each project and look forward to helping you achieve even greater success in 2025. Here’s to a new year filled with growth, exciting opportunities, and beautifully staged spaces. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year! | | |
Since we began staging in 2006, Staged Interior has successfully staged over 3,300 properties, ranging from condos to multi million-dollar estates, with a combined listing price exceeding $3.6 BILLION.
While a home seller hires a Realtor to determine the best price for the property, Staged Interior ensures that the property looks its best!
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