Cozy living room corner with a beige armchair, white fluffy throw blanket, and decorative pillows, one with vintage postage stamp design. A wooden side table with a potted plant partially visible.

Occupied Home Staging

Creating Spaces that Sell—and Feel Like Home

When it’s time to sell your home, first impressions matter. Thoughtful staging helps potential buyers picture themselves living there — and helps your listing stand out both online and in person.

At All Home Downsizing & Design, I offer Occupied Home Staging services for clients across Philadelphia, the Main Line, and surrounding suburbs. Using your existing furnishings as a foundation, I refine, rearrange and style each space to highlight its best features and natural flow — so your home feels inviting, lived-in, and move-in ready.

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What Is Occupied Home Staging?

Occupied staging is ideal for homeowners who want their home to look polished and inviting — without the cost or disruption of removing furniture or renting inventory.

I work with what you already have, enhancing each room with subtle updates and styling adjustments that make a big impact.

This may include:

  • Reworking furniture layouts for better flow and spaciousness

  • Editing and simplifying accessories for a cleaner look

  • Styling key areas — like the living room, kitchen, and primary bedroom — to attract buyers

  • Recommending minor touch-ups, paint colors, or updates that increase appeal

  • Coordinating small improvements with trusted vendors when needed

With more than 25 years of interior design experience, I know how to make a space feel fresh and welcoming — not staged or sterile. My approach focuses on balance, lighting, and harmony, helping buyers see the potential of your home while still feeling its warmth.

Living room with a gray couch, white armchair, large window with trees outside, modern black and white artwork on the wall, potted plant, and coffee table with decor.

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  1. Consultation – I walk through your home to assess opportunities and create a customized staging plan.

  2. Implementation – Together, we’ll make updates that elevate your home’s presentation using what you already own.

  3. Finishing Touches – I add styling layers, coordinate any vendor support, and ensure your home photographs beautifully.

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“I would not hesitate to use Mary Ann for all of our design needs. She did a wonderful job and her creative vision was remarkable. I have hired Mary Ann several times. Her integrity and expertise is impeccable. She’s done the interior design for our homes each time we’ve moved. ”

— Melanie, Bucks County, PA