Comin’Up Roses Blog
Our job at GreenRose Enterprises is to rehab properties, but our passion is in design. We have a real appreciation for how design enhances our lives on a day to day basis. We are more than just a new coat of paint and some refinished floors. Our goal with each rehab that we undertake is to make living spaces affordable and beautiful with modern amenities. Our blog is meant to give information and inspiration for sellers, buyers and regular homeowners who are looking for answers on how to have better design in their home. Come visit us frequently and let us know what you think!
Staging Sells (a NYC condo)!
Most everyone has heard of “staging” a home or apartment when it is put on the market for sale. The reason you’ve heard about it is because it really works! An empty space leaves a lot to the imagination and many people say they just can’t...
Stained Glass adds practical charm & value to rehabs!
Those who’ve been following our rehabs know that when we are working with an older, more vintage home, we often place (or replace) a stained glass window where it once was…or where we think it adds to the ambiance of the home. This vintage glass was installed (in an...
Templating Counter Tops – Why templates are always the way to go!
What exactly is templating a counter? It's a critical step in any kitchen, bath, bar or other renovation which includes installing a granite, marble, soapstone, quartz or other custom material counter top. Renovating any room in a house is always a process with...
Empty Nester? 8 Steps to Prepare for Shifting to a Smaller Space
We know it’s back to school time but what if you find yourself becoming an empty nester? Perhaps your kids are off to college or out of the home completely. We have advice for getting yourself ready to move to a smaller space. Shifting to a smaller space means scaling...