The right improvements do more than make a home look better. They create spaces that help buyers see the value in your property - and help you get more from the investment you're making before you sell.
And every design decision should be made thoughtfully and purposefully to add the most value and buyer appeal possible.
That’s where working with a staging and design expert matters. Instead of making expensive decisions based on personal preference or what you think buyers might like, you work with a professional who understands which updates will make the greatest impact, where to invest your renovation budget, and how to maximize your home’s presentation for prospective buyers.
your buyer.
Instead of designing for yourself, you need to design for
When you’re renovating a home for yourself, you make design decisions based on your personal style and how the home needs to function for you. But when you’re renovating your property to sell, you need to approach those decisions differently.
But Where do You Start?
You Want to Maximize Your Home's Resale Value.
You Want to Maximize Your Home's Resale Value.
Kim brings together interior design expertise, hands-on renovation experience, and years of home staging experience to approach design for resale through a different lens. She knows how to create a cohesive design for the home while also understanding which improvements, finishes, and features prospective buyers notice and value when deciding what a property is worth to them.
Using our signature Design-Led approach, Kim considers the property’s architecture and existing features, its prospective buyer, and your resale goals together. From there, she creates a tailored design solution that helps you invest in the right improvements, bring out the best in the home, and create a finished property that feels cohesive, elevated, and ready to make an impression on the market.
We design for both the home and the buyer.
Design Solutions that Increase Your Home's Value and Appeal
our approach
This lets our team carry the design vision through to staging, maximizing your property's appeal and presentation when it’s listed for sale.
Please note
Our design services are reserved specifically for investors preparing an investment property for resale and home sellers who have hired Sunshine Staging to professionally stage their vacant home.
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Every Renovate to Sell project starts by looking at your home, your buyer, and what you want to achieve when you sell. From there, Kim works with you every step of the way to make smart design choices, invest in the updates that matter, and create a finished home that feels beautiful, cohesive, and buyer-ready.
From Property Assessment to Market-Ready Design
our process
Once the renovations are complete, Sunshine Staging brings the entire vision together with a staging design created specifically for the finished home and its prospective buyer. Because Kim has been involved from the beginning, the staging works with the finishes and improvements already made to create a cohesive presentation from room to room.
Bring the Vision to Life
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As work gets underway, Kim remains involved to answer design questions, refine selections when needed, and help ensure everything comes together according to the overall vision. You’ll work directly with your contractor and trades to manage the renovation itself, while Kim continues to support the design side of the project.
Supporting You Through the Process
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This is where the design starts coming together. Kim will help select and source the paint, flooring, cabinetry, countertops, hardware, lighting, and other finishes needed for your project. Every recommendation considers the home, the overall design, your budget, product availability, and what will make the most sense for resale.
Select the Right Finishes + Fixtures
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Next, Kim develops the overall design direction for your home. She’ll determine which updates will have the greatest impact and how each element should work together to create a cohesive, elevated, buyer-ready home.
Create the Design Plan
Create a Tailored Design Plan
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We start by walking through your property together to understand the home, what you’re planning to update, and what you want to achieve when you sell. Kim will look at the home’s architecture, existing finishes and features, identify areas where changes could make the biggest impact, and discuss your budget, timeline, and likely buyer.
Understand the Home
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Here's How We Work
Susan T., Realtor
As both the seller and the listing agent, I truly believe their staging made all the difference—my home went into escrow in just five days! Their style was modern, inviting, and really highlighted the best features of the property. Professional, responsive, and a joy to work with from start to finish. I highly recommend Sunshine Staging to anyone looking to elevate their listing and sell fast!
Sunshine Staging did an incredible job transforming my listing.
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Lisa H., Homeowner
I recently had the pleasure of working with Kim at Sunshine Staging & Design for the interior decoration of my new home in the desert. I cannot recommend Kim highly enough to anyone looking to transform their home. Her talent, professionalism, and exceptional customer service makes her a standout in the interior design world.
Kim has an incredible eye for design and was able to perfectly capture the essence of what I wanted.
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Jared S., Realtor
I had the pleasure of working with Sunshine Staging on the sale of a home in Rancho Las Palmas. The home sold for the highest dollar per sqft of any unit. I truly believe that their design aesthetic helped showcase the home in the best light possible which drove interest to the home. Beyond just adding furniture the design work helped buyers envision themselves in the home. Sunshine staging is a pleasure to work with, and I highly recommend them!!
My listing sold for the highest dollar per sq foot of any unit.
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Shari M., Homeowner
I can't say enough great things about Kim and her Sunshine Staging and Design company. Her passion really shines. Kim transformed my home into a real feel good space, people constantly mention "how good it feels to be here" and honestly, who doesn't love to hear that? I am so happy that I was able to work with such a superstar, I will definitely use Kim and Sunshine Staging and Design again.
Kim has an eye for style, is professional, personable, and a delight to work with.
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April K., Production Director
We had a great experience with Kim and her team. She handled our unique request and tight deadline superbly. Would absolutely work with Sunshine Staging & Design again! Thank you!
We had a great experience working with Kim and her team.
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EXPLORE THE PORTFOLIO →
The result? The home received multiple full-price offers in its first weekend on the market.
When the owners of this La Quinta property were preparing it for sale, they wanted to make updates that would elevate the home, appeal to prospective buyers, and make the most of their investment.
Kim helped guide the renovation design, selecting new flooring, paint, kitchen cabinetry, countertops, hardware, and lighting to create a fresh, cohesive look throughout the home. Once the renovations were complete, Sunshine Staging carried that design vision through to the staging, creating a finished property that felt polished, inviting, and ready for market.
The sellers loved the finished design so much that they purchased the staging furniture and décor and decided to sell the home fully furnished.
Multiple Offers It's First Weekend
La Quinta, California
