I recently decided to sell my 900 square foot condo and felt that staging the space would help the property sell faster and for a higher price. I consulted with a few staging companies. The first two companies that saw the property and seemed to focus on the limitations of the space. I definitely didn't get the feeling the project would be in good hands with either of them. But when Karen saw the space, she was inspired with the possibilities. She had a vision of how to make the condo look it's best. It gave me an impression of exactly what I was looking for when I decided to stage the property; an expert with experience to make the property appealing and inviting. Karen staged the space in a clean contemporary style that would work for any age of prospective buyer. She kept it uncluttered, but with accent accessories and personal touches that made it homey. As far as the business aspect, Karen was incredibly responsive and reliable. Everything went smoother than I could have expected. As a person, you couldn't find a warmer and more genuine person than Karen. As a result of her expert work, the condo sold after only 20 days on the market! I couldn't have been happier with the entire process. read more

I do not often find myself writing reviews but felt that this one was truly necessary. Karen did a beautiful job in our Union, NJ property. She responded within minutes to the work and with a very fair price. We were in need of a quick turn around and Karen and her team delivered. She took care of the furniture delivery and used various items from her personal collection to make the staging a success. The layout was exactly what we wanted for the space and the colors where bright and airy. Just beautiful! However, this was not the end of her expertise. I was in need of a fresh perspective when it came to marketing, picture taking, and various other topics. Karen, was a breath of fresh air when it came to her vast knowledge of assessing where you are to where you want to be. She did not hesitate and shared very useful tips with me that helped me relist my property with new purposes. Karen, goes above and beyond and still checks in with me weekly to see how things are moving along. If you want someone who cares, shares a wealth of knowledge and truly cares about her work; Karen is your girl. Pierpont Culture LLC- read more

My boyfriend and I moved into a new apartment and almost immediately, were at odds about how to decorate our new space. Our tastes could not be more opposite. Over the years, I kept hearing high praise about Karen from friends who used her services. I called her up and was quickly acquainted with her passion for what she does. Such a warm person. On the many occasions in which my boyfriend and I had totally different ideas about the color for a room or furniture style, Karen was receptive to both of us. She always found a way to include what we both wanted into one cohesive vision. We're so so happy with the finished product and grateful to have met Karen. My boyfriend and I looked at each other when everything was complete and both thought, "Wish we could buy another apartment just so we could continue having Karen in our lives." To know and meet Karen is to love and never forget her. She is such a creative force of talent! Call her- you will be glad you did and only regret not having done it sooner! read more

Karen staging of my recently renovated Edison NJ home was an amazing transformation. She is a true design talent and a pleasure to work with, not to mention, a whirlwind of energy and focus. From the outset, Karen scouted every room taking photos and measurements and by afternoon the same day, presented me with fantastic design schemes for each room and spread sheet of key furniture, photos and suggested rental and purchase options from some of her rental sources. Karen also aggressively helped me negotiate some very nice discounts which came in below my budget. She has a keen eye for design and style. The props she lent me for the duration of the listing were the icing on the cake. I would definitely work with Karen again. The only down side to working with Karen is that after she worked her magic, I'm not sure I want to sell the house. : ) read more

I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience to work with Karen. She was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. She came to my condo very quick and took the time to understand my needs and provided insightful recommendations that truly enhanced my condo in downtown Jersey city. The staging itself was beautifully executed. Karen has a keen eye for design, and her attention to detail made a significant difference in how my condo was presented. The transformation was remarkable, and I received numerous compliments. In addition, she also helped me to find handyman to fix and helped me move my stuffs. Thanks to Karen's expertise and dedication, my condo sold quickly as we planned. I highly recommend Karen to anyone looking to sell their property. Karen is a true professional, and her staging services are invaluable! read more

Karen was outstanding! She knows not only how to stage the space but also the real estate market, how to work with a real estate broker and a seller as well as Feng Shui ( a system of laws considered to govern spatial arrangement and orientation in relation to the flow of energy (qi), and whose favorable or unfavorable effects are taken into account when siting and designing buildings). Karen's approach is completely different from other stagers. She listens to you carefully and work with you and your budget. Also she has access to high-end furnitures regardless what your budget is! I highly recommend Karen for a real estate staging or a simple consultation for your home/apartment. It's worth contacting her for any home project. Shinichi read more

Karen was absolutely fantastic! When we needed to stage our condo on a relatively short timeline, she was able to create a photo ready space using mostly items we already owned, and if not available, had really great alternative ideas that were low cost and easy for us to acquire. She was thorough, very friendly, covid conscious, and most of all very accessible even after our session with her. As I was organizing closets in preparation, I texted her pictures in which she promptly replied with what else needed to be done. She sent us links to the additional items we needed, and so kindly let me borrow her own glass table to use in the staging. I highly recommend working with Karen, I would definitely use her again in the future. read more

Karen offers an incredible interior design and home staging course! There is no one I could have hoped for better than Karen as a mentor and teacher! She is a very special lady and designer. She is an expert in her field and unmatched in her dedication. I have been lacking the confidence and determination that this course has given me. I have learned something from Karen that no other course could ever teach me. She has not only taught me about staging, but also about managing a successful business. Karen had been thorough, encouraging, supporting, and--above all--transparent. Anyone who truly has a passion for interior design will appreciate this course just as much as I do! I'm grateful for everything you've done. read more

Karen did an outstanding job showcasing a condo I was contracted to sell. It was a great unit but an unusual layout. She immediately knew what areas to highlight, how to accentuate them and she pulled off a really classy look. Yes the home sold very quickly. Karen was not only creative but organized and meticulous as well down to the height of the light fixtures, the texture of the shower curtain, the salt shaker, you name it she was on it. I was amazed and really pleased and relieved! I know her service and insight made a huge impact on the results of this sale. I would highly recommend her whether your home is vacant, cluttered, dull or too busy! She has an amazing eye and a superior work ethic. read more

I highly recommend Karen as your staging expert in Manhattan. She has helped our seller client in Upper East Side to stage her one bedroom co-op apartment for sale. We received multiple inquiries, and a slew of compliments during the showings from other brokers and buyers as well. On top of that, we strongly believe that Karen's staging helped us generate multiple offers even during the slow holiday season, AND get the property under contract before the end of the year in 2024. Karen is reasonable in her fee, and her team managed the whole process for the seller with a rental furniture company all through out from delivery to move-out. Contact Karen today! read more

I can't say enough praises for Karen and The Real Estate Staging Studio! Karen helped me stage our apartment in NYC for an upcoming sale. The second we spoke on the phone, we clicked and I never stopped trusting Karen. She quickly selected beautiful pieces for our 2 bedroom apartment and coordinated every step along the way. The apartment and photographs look beautiful and I truly enjoyed working with Karen. In addition to staging our city apartment, Karen also helped me set up my home office in CT (all virtually!), leveraging her expertise in feng shui. I love sitting down to my desk each day now that Karen has set me up for success. Highly recommend! read more

We enlisted Karen's help to sell our Upper West Side co-op, which we had lived in for years. With her help, the apartment was transformed, and shortly after listing, we accepted an over-the-asking-price offer. A minor miracle! From picking the colors of our walls to recommending new light fixtures, floor finishes, and the furniture for staging, to carefully overseeing everything and adding the decorative touches that maximized the appearance of the apartment, Karen led the way ... and obviously made the right choices. She has an exceptional eye, is dependable, hard-working, and gets great results! read more

Karen and her team have helped me now on numerous projects. As something of a problem-solver real estate broker, I take on a lot of listings that have been with other agents previously. One call to Karen and listings are refreshed - whether a full staging of a vacant home or just some "merchandising" using elements of the client's items. She has a great eye, each project is considered individually, and the price for service is very, very fair. I have recommended her to many colleagues, all of whom have thanked me for the referral. Would recommend to you too. 5 Stars without reservation. read more

Karen is amazing. She was able to enhance our space, beautify them and help us have a very lovely picture when we post our condo in the market. She has a very high energy which made us be on top of our game when she's designing our condo. She utilized our furniture and added wall decors, plants etc to emphasize each space in our condo. She's easy to work with and was very nice to lend us her things. She's really an angel and you'll know that she's genuine when she said I'm here to help. We will definitely hope to be working with her again. Will recommend her to anyone! read more

My apartment was on the market for 6 months and I was getting a lot of showings but no offers. I wasn't sure why because I was definitely priced right and my place had great upgrades. I then was talking to a friend who told me that it might need to be staged. I didn't know what that was but she recommended The Real Estate Staging Studio. Thanks to the staging studio, I got offers that were above my asking price. I didn't realize how much clutter and lack of style I had. I would recommend this to anyone that wants to sell their place or just have a makeover. read more

Karen recently staged my condo prior to me listing it on the market. So many of us think staging is going to be cost prohibitive but Karen is very reasonably priced and affordable! She set up a meeting very quickly after I contacted her. She came over and explained the process every step of the way. She made it simple - which was imperative given a move is already stressful. I would recommend Karen to anyone! My condo looks excellent and it is showing better than when I had my own things in there. She is a real pro! read more

Karen Parziale is a talented stager who is easy to work with and very resourceful. She has an eye for details that the homeowner may not see as they are too emotionally attached to their space. This was the case in my experience. Before she came to do her walk through, I thought I knew how to declutter and depersonalize my home but Karen came in with a fresh eye and really changed my home into a property that buyers could picture themselves livining. My experience with her was a success and I am glad that I hired her. read more

Karen's expertise in luxurious staging, years in interior design, Feng Shui, and attention to detail is invaluable. All the listings that Karen has staged have sold for a higher price than those that were unstaged. She creates an action plan for every room, presents it to the homeowner and executes it with precision. We've always received positive feedback from homeowners who have had their homes staged so well that they've actually considered not selling afterwards. She's an integral extension of our team, and family. read more

Every single home Karen stages for me sells! What she touches turns to gold! I sell real estate in Jersey City and Hoboken and I love being able to rely on Karen for not only gorgeous staging but her expertise in Fung Shui. She knows exactly how to prepare a home for market, she has the perfect eye to enhance the space and the energy alignment to help a buyer feel at home, which moves the property swiftly. She staged my personal home recently and we got a contract on it in two days! LOVE Karen's work! read more