As the 2026 real estate market shifts toward higher inventory and more selective buyers, home staging is becoming more important than ever. Anna & Melinda dive into how staging helps St. Louis homes stand out in a changing market.

In 2026, home staging is moving beyond trends and into intention. Buyers are craving spaces that feel warm, purposeful, and emotionally connected — not overly styled or sterile. Here’s how thoughtful design choices are shaping the way homes stand out and sell in today’s market.

A beautifully styled neutral living room does more than look good — it helps buyers feel at home the moment they walk in. With a soft, calming palette, thoughtful proportions, and layered textures, this space highlights livability and invites emotional connection. Here’s how you can recreate this look in your own home — and why it works so well for buyers.

Staging your home during the holidays is all about balance—warm, inviting seasonal touches without overwhelming your space. With simple décor, strategic lighting, and clean, intentional styling, you can highlight your home’s best features and create a cozy atmosphere buyers instantly connect with. Olive + Opal Interiors helps St. Louis sellers prepare their homes beautifully for winter showings, making the process stress-free even during the busiest time of year.

As talk of 50-year mortgages grows, buyers may stay in their homes longer — but that only makes first impressions more important. In a changing housing market, professional home staging helps sellers stand out, attract serious buyers faster, and highlight the true value of every space.

Discover how pay-at-close staging helps St. Louis homeowners list faster and sell for more—without paying upfront. Olive + Opal Interiors explains the benefits of this seller-friendly option.

Discover how Olive + Opal Interiors transforms St. Louis homes through intentional, timeless design. From concept to completion, our process blends beauty, comfort, and functionality—creating spaces that tell your story and make every day feel beautifully balanced.

Discover how Olive + Opal Interiors helps St. Louis homeowners boost property value and create beautiful, functional spaces with strategic interior design.

In today’s competitive St. Louis housing market, staging isn’t optional—it’s essential. Learn how Olive + Opal Interiors helps homes sell faster and for more.

The St. Louis real estate market heats up in summer. Learn how home staging keeps buyers cool and your home competitive.

We sat down with Sarasota-based artist Lauren Marshall to talk about how artwork transforms a home—and how her nature-inspired pieces are rooted in both beauty and meaning.

Shop our favorite designer-approved accent chairs—used in real staging projects by Olive + Opal Interiors. Stylish, cozy, and all shoppable on LTK.

Want to see what Olive + Opal’s home staging looks like in action? Learn how to browse our real estate listings by design style or location and explore homes we’ve staged across St. Louis.

The latest 2025 NAR report confirms that home staging helps buyers connect emotionally and boosts sales. Explore our new interactive project gallery to see it in action.

Discover how the proposed 2025 tax bill could affect home staging in St. Louis and how Olive + Opal Interiors can help sellers maximize their property’s appeal.

Explore the latest summer home design trends from Houzz's 2025 report and see how Olive + Opal Interiors brings these ideas to life in St. Louis homes.