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title: "Inviting Spaces — Home Stagers | Houzz"
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address: "Leland, North Carolina 28451, United States"
phone: "(803) 422-8294"
website: http://www.invitingspacesbysandy.com
rating: 5
review_count: 5
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last_updated: 2026-09-05
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# Inviting Spaces

Original Houzz profile: [Inviting Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-stagers/inviting-spaces-pfvwus-pf~1420620985)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Home Stagers
- **Location:** Leland, NC
- **Serves:** Wilmington, Leland, Belville, Wrightsville Beach, Navassa, Castle Hayne, Riegelwood, Winnabow
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2020–2023), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

"Presentation is Everything." 
HOME STAGING SELLS HOUSES!  
I have a knack for  utilizing  the items you already have in a fresh and appealing manner, saving money and time. 
Don't have items? No worries. I can design a space that fits your needs and budget.
Year of experience in home merchandising & remodeling, real estate, visual merchandising, and graphic design have built the foundation for inviting spaces.
Pre-listing and vacant home consultations available.

### Services Provided

- Home Staging
- Furniture Selection
- Space Planning
- Color Consulting
- Decluttering
- Art Selection
- Downsizing
- Holiday Decorating
- Furniture Refinishing and Painting
- Interior Decorating
- Staging

### Areas Served

- Wilmington
- Leland
- Belville
- Wrightsville Beach
- Navassa
- Castle Hayne
- Riegelwood
- Winnabow

### Typical Job Cost

It depends on the project and the materials.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Inviting Spaces |
| Address | Leland, North Carolina 28451, United States |
| Phone | (803) 422-8294 |
| Website | http://www.invitingspacesbysandy.com |
| License Number | 003623264 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/invitingspacesbysandy/
- Blog — invitingspacesbysandy.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Inviting Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-stagers/inviting-spaces-pfvwus-pf~1420620985)
- **Website:** http://www.invitingspacesbysandy.com
- **Phone:** (803) 422-8294

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Best of Houzz 2020, 2021
- Merchandising:
- 2015 Winner of the Winston Retail Solutions Nationwide
- "Best Holiday Home Outdoor Decorating"

- **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2020–2023), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 5 reviews

**★★★★★ — Beverly, Aug. 2022**

> Sandy staged our home for sale, which is located in a highly desirable neighborhood.  She made an assessment of our furnishings, and the living spaces, and then completely transformed it.  She thinks outside the box when it comes to design, yet is sensitive to the client’s needs.  We absolutely loved the result!  And our house sold for more than asking price!  We highly recommend her services!

**★★★★★ — Josee Madison, March 2020**

> Sandra is a yoga practitioner at our studio.  When I found out that she did staging and real estate for a living I instantly knew she was my gal.  With her character and love of life, I knew she would create something beautiful. I shared my vision of an "Inspirational/Meditation space in the studio. Not only did it take less than a week to create, but the space is also absolutely beautiful!!  She did such an awesome job! I highly recommend her.  Thank you Inviting Spaces!

**★★★★★ — HU-1541169, Oct. 2019**

> Extremely professional and friendly person. She has a true knack for decorating and staging a home. Very pleased with service provided.

**★★★★★ — Haley Hughes, Jan. 2018**

> Sandy really helped me bring together my small space. I had just moved into a studio apartment, but did not want it to feel like one big room. She really helped me create distinction in the different areas, particularly by distinguishing the living area and my sleeping area by putting a bookcase btween them. I also had a lot of small, decorative items that I always struggled to find placement for, but she knew just how to group them together to give everything a cohesive look. All in all, I am so happy with the results. Sandy truly knows how to utilize the space and the items that you already have to turn you place into the home of your dreams! I would highly recommend using Inviting Spaces to give your home the perfect look.

**★★★★★ — Steve P, Jan. 2018**

> I had a home that had been on the market for almost two years. I knew I had to do something but I had no idea what. Sandy came in and made recommendations and staged the home and in less than 30 days we had a contract on the home! I was working on a tight budget and she was fantastic at making the money go a long way. It amazed me how her recommendations transformed the house. If you don't think you need staging I would ask you to think again, for me it made all the difference! Later I started a new business and she helped me design my office to be functional, professional and a comfortable place to work. It helps make it a pleasure to come to work every day.

## Selected projects

- [Soft Staging  to sell!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/soft-staging-to-sell-pj-vj~7231354)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: We soft staged this home utilizing only what the home owners currently had. What a difference!
- [Parade of Homes 2023](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/parade-of-homes-2023-pj-vj~7210245)
  - Location: The Bluffs on the Cape Fear, NC
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: Staging new construction homes for the 2023 Parade of Homes.
- [Mid Century Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-pj-vj~7026131)
  - Location: Wilmington, NC
  - Photos: 37
- [Staging a Downtown Ranch Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/staging-a-downtown-ranch-home-pj-vj~6961141)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 21
  - Description: This was such a fun project! Lots of decluttering and accessorizing. Sold before it ever hit the market by the next door neighbor!
- [Staging With Accessories](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/staging-with-accessories-pj-vj~6850596)
  - Location: Wilmington, NC
  - Photos: 18
  - Description: Even when the house is empty it makes a huge impact to style rooms for the buyers to envision themselves living in the space.
- [Furniture Flip!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/furniture-flip-pj-vj~6739478)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: I found this solid wood round dining table and then found the 4 chairs. I painted and blended the table top gray and white. The base is painted white and lightly distressed. The chairs were painted crisp white.
- [Home Staging](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-staging-pj-vj~6498031)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 27
- [Cozy Front Porch - After](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cozy-front-porch-after-pj-vj~6470996)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Boho Apartment Wall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boho-apartment-wall-pj-vj~6371899)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Small Entry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-entry-pj-vj~6313504)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Pergola Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pergola-makeover-pj-vj~6173058)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Progress picture! A few more details to add but what a difference! Extending the living space of this home made all the difference. Being quarantined and staying home can be preferred in this cozy space. Stay tuned for the final pictures!
- [Meditation Space / Yoga Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/meditation-space-yoga-studio-pj-vj~6093843)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Eat in Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eat-in-kitchen-pj-vj~6148028)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Cozy eat in kitchen for your morning coffee or a romantic dinner.
- [Virtual Home Staging](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/virtual-home-staging-pj-vj~6121703)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Log Cabin Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/log-cabin-home-pj-vj~6003581)
  - Location: Lugoff, SC
  - Photos: 23
  - Description: Many times, when staging a home to sell, you have to use existing furnishings. That's where a professional makes all the difference. By rearranging the furniture, decluttering and a little accessorizing this log home was transformed!
- [Assisted Living Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/assisted-living-apartment-pj-vj~5907673)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 20
  - Description: Staging an Assisted Living apartment has a few challenges. Traditional furniture placement will not work. Many older people utilize walkers and need to be able to maneuver, safely. Open spaces to allow sitting on the sofa, getting in & out of bed, showering. That means no fluffy rugs, no coffee table, no cushy sofa, no large beds, no square corners, only the necessary furniture. BUT it can still feel homey.
- [Built In Hutch Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/built-in-hutch-kitchen-pj-vj~5745266)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Country Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-home-pj-vj~5878104)
  - Location: Elgin, SC
  - Photos: 26
  - Description: This was a family home that was updated and staged on an extremely tight budget. I focused on the rooms that buyers like. The farmhouse table and console table were built and I finished them with a warm stain and distressed white paint. I painted and distressed the round mirror. I reworked the chandelier by turning it upside down, adding Edison bulbs and jute twine. I added all the touches that make a house feel welcoming. Soft throws and pillows, white fluffy towels, fresh lavender, soft sheers…
- [FRONT ENTRY MAKEOVER](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-entry-makeover-pj-vj~5745226)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Master Bath Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bath-makeover-pj-vj~5745230)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10

[See all 25 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-stagers/inviting-spaces-pfvwus-pf~1420620985)

## Ideabooks

- [Staging](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131944065/list/staging) — 2 ideas
- [Master Bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122839628/list/master-bedroom) — 3 ideas
- [Kitchen Accessories](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116495614/list/kitchen-accessories) — 1 idea
- [Kitchen Cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114793743/list/kitchen-cabinets) — 12 ideas
- [Porch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114675721/list/porch) — 2 ideas
- [Prineet](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109624733/list/prineet) — 1 idea
- [invitingspacesbysandy's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102120954/list/invitingspacesbysandy-s-ideas) — 15 ideas

[See all 7 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/invitingspacesbysandy)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*