A Home’s Intended Purpose: Does Your Home Pass the Test?
By Charlene Storozuk
Before a property goes on the market, it’s important that every room be showcased in a way that portrays its intended purpose. If not, potential buyers can become confused as to the function of the space. Take a look at the room in the photo below.
Photo Credit: Charlene Storozuk
For the current home owner, this room functioned as a flow-over storage area for excess furniture. Want to hazard a guess at what the builder intended this room to be?
You’re probably thinking that it’s a family room, aren’t you? That would be a pretty good guess.
At first walk-through of this property, I thought it was a family room as well. After all, there was a couch, love seat, and end tables in there.
Here’s a hint: Do you see the chandelier hanging from the ceiling?
