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3. Keep it simple

6. Wine and dine them

Unanimously, the survey participants agreed they prefer minimalist design so they
could envision themselves adding their personal touch to the space. That means
clearing the space of knickknacks, which equal clutter. The best rule of thumb:
keep it simple. Less is definitely more.

Staging a dining room to look like a luxury restaurant makes potential homebuyers
picture throwing themselves a dinner party. Millennials dine out more than any
previous generation, and décor and design have become more important than
ever before, partly thanks to Instagram.

Pinel agrees: “Clean lines and simplicity are prevalent in most of today’s new
construction geared toward millennials.”

7. Green is good
As the most eco-friendly generation, millennials don’t believe in fake plants. Spring
for the real ones … green is good!

4. It’s about the architecture
Furniture doesn’t necessarily sell a home, but architectural focal points and
details — such as fireplaces, windows, views or moldings — do.

Adrian Bryce Diorio can be found on Instagram at @artofstaging.

5. Don’t be on the wrong side of the blanket
Just say no to throw blankets. Many millennials said they’re reminiscent of
“Grandma’s house” and feel out of place, especially on hot summer days.

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