If you’re one of the many new homeowners preparing to move into Trillium, the first tower in the City Gardens community, you may be in the process of selling your current home. And while the real estate market can be competitive, one of the best ways to make your property stand out and sell for top dollar is through home staging.
To guide us through the process, we spoke to local expert Kailee Templeman, Founder of Something Good Interiors in Kamloops, B.C. With years of design and staging experience, Kailee knows how to help sellers attract the right buyers and feel good about letting go of their current space.
Why Stage?
When your next chapter is waiting at City Gardens, a beautifully presented home can make your move both smoother and more profitable.
“Staging helps buyers see themselves in the space,” says Kailee. “It helps your home stand out from the rest of the showings and positions it to get top value in a competitive market.”
Start with the Basics
Before listing, she recommends focusing on three essential tasks: declutter, clean, and repair.
“These are the simplest and most powerful things sellers can do,” she explains. “Buyers want a home that feels cared for, functional, and ready to move into.”
For those looking to make a big impact on a smaller budget, she suggests quick updates like swapping out cabinet hardware, changing outdated light fixtures, or adding a fresh coat of paint in neutral tones.
Prioritizing the Right Spaces
While kitchens and bathrooms are the obvious showstoppers, Kailee notes that every room should feel intentional.
“Make sure each space is easy to move through and clearly shows its purpose,” she says. “Every room should have a place for things to live, it should feel natural and usable.”
Detaching Emotionally
For many sellers, the biggest challenge isn’t physical, it’s emotional.
“This is likely the largest sale of your life,” Kaileesays. “To get the best return, you have to emotionally move out first. That way, the space no longer feels like yours, and a buyer can truly imagine it as theirs.”
She adds that staging can also help homeowners transition mentally and emotionally into their new home, like a modern suite at City Gardens.
“By depersonalizing your current space, you make room to bring your energy, your personality, and your life into your next home.”
Pro Tip: Ask for Help
Whether you hire professionals or lean on friends and family, Kailee encourages sellers not to go through this process alone.
“Do what you can and bring in help where needed. You don’t have to do everything by yourself.”
Thinking of selling before your big move into Trillium? Staging your home is a powerful step in making the transition seamless and maximizing your return.
