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# Chrysalis Creative Home Staging: Certified Home Staging Vancouver Island

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## Posts
- [Things You Will, and Won’t See in our Staged Homes](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/things-you-will-and-wont-see-in-our-staged-homes/): When you see photos or visit one of our properties in person, you will see layers of furniture and decor. There are also things you won’t see in our staged homes.
- [Every Home Benefits From Exceptional Home Staging Presentation, Not Just Luxury Homes](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/every-home-benefits-from-exceptional-home-staging-presentation-not-just-luxury-homes/): One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is that home staging is really only for luxury homes.
- [When an AI Detector Gives You the Ultimate Compliment](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/when-an-ai-detector-gives-you-the-ultimate-compliment/): I’m feeling especially flattered today!
- [Good Home Staging Isn’t Cheap](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/good-home-staging-isnt-cheap/): Want to know why good home staging isn’t cheap? Let’s talk about a fake artichoke...
- [2026 100 Most Influential People in Home Staging](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/2026-100-most-influential-people-in-home-staging/): Moments like this remind me that success is never a solo journey.This is one of those weeks that leaves you a little speechless.Yesterday I celebrated another trip around the sun, attended the launch party for the largest and most exciting project I’ve ever had the privilege to stage, surrounded by live musicians and incredible industry professionals, and came home to the news that I’ve once again been named to the RESA (Real Estate Staging Association ) Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging for 2026.This is a big deal! To be recognized alongside colleagues in cities like New York, Toronto, Los Angeles, Calgary, San Francisco… The stagers who inspire me, and lift me to be better on the daily!Yesterday I got to celebrate with local colleagues Sean McLintock, Spaces by Eva, and Refine Home Inc. to launch the biggest job I’ve ever done. I’m grateful to be part of a community that values collaboration, creativity, and lifting one another up.To my clients, realtors, fellow stagers, movers, trades, friends, family, and everyone who has supported Chrysalis Creative Home Staging over the years—thank you. Every home, every challenge, every lesson, and every opportunity has helped shape this journey.After more than 1,500 homes staged, I still wake up excited about what I do every day.This recognition is an incredible honour, and I don’t take it for granted.Honoured.Grateful.Inspired.
- [Relevance Has No Age Limit.](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/relevance-has-no-age-limit/): The excitement around The Devil Wears Prada ahead of its May 1 return has been energizing. Seeing the cast back in the spotlight, and watching the cultural buzz build, has reminded many women of something powerful.
- [2025 RESA Superfecta Nominee – Ellen Mann](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/2025-resa-superfecta-nominee-ellen-mann/): INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME STAGING PROFESSIONALS'Superfecta Nominee
- [How to Warm Up a Grey and White Interior and make it Relevant in Today’s Warmer Tones](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/how-to-warm-up-a-grey-and-white-interior-and-make-it-relevant-in-todays-warmer-tones/): Grey and white interiors have been the darling of modern design for years - clean, calm, and versatile. But if your space feels more “clinical waiting room” than “cozy haven,” it’s time to add some warmth without throwing your whole palette out the window. Here’s how:
- [Realtors: Want to Keep Your Listings from Getting “Collectible-Creepy”?](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/realtors-want-to-keep-your-listings-from-getting-collectible-creepy/): Realtors: Want to Keep Your Listings from Getting “Collectible-Creepy”?
- [Our Services](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/our-services/): REALTORS. Did you know we offer two extremely cost effective ways to add staging to your list package for sellers?
- [Empty rooms are where dreams go to die…](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/empty-rooms-are-where-dreams-go-to-die/): "Empty rooms are where dreams go to die..."
- [Tip Tuesday: Less Furniture, More Flow](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/tip-tuesday-less-furniture-more-flow/): When it comes to staging, more stuff doesn’t mean more style. In fact, one of the most powerful ways to make a home feel spacious and welcoming is by editing the furniture.
- [Paint: Use ONE Neutral Color, in 3 Sheens](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/paint-use-one-neutral-color-in-3-sheens/): One of our favorite designer secrets for effortless elegance. Use ONE Neutral Color, in 3 Sheens: The Foolproof Formula for a Pulled-Together, Designer Look.
- [When the Lights Flicker, Buyers Flinch: What You Need to Know About Pigtail Bulbs](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/when-the-lights-flicker-buyers-flinch-what-you-need-to-know-about-pigtail-bulbs/): When the Lights Flicker, Buyers Flinch: What You Need to Know About Pigtail Bulbs
- [Tip Tuesday: Editing with Intention – Letting Go While Honouring the Memories](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/tip-tuesday-editing-with-intention-letting-go-while-honouring-the-memories/): Today’s Tuesday Tip is inspired by three clients who touched my heart this week. Moving is hard, downsizing is hard, letting go is hard... So having tools to deal with the emotional side of moving is critical.
- [The Eat your Frog First theory](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/the-eat-your-frog-first-theory/): Have you ever heard of the “Eat your Frog First” theory?
- [Tip Tuesday: The Power of Pairs](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/tip-tuesday-the-power-of-pairs/): This tip is one of the best things I learned by staging in over 1280 houses. Pairs of furniture pieces give you symmetry while accessories add interest.
- [Dream Closet or Danger Zone? Let’s Talk Safety + Staging](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/dream-closet-or-danger-zone-lets-talk-safety-staging/): Picture this: a jaw-dropping primary closet with designer handbags perfectly styled, heels lined up like art, and every inch curated to impress.
- [Real estate insight for Vancouver Island homeowners + agents:](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/real-estate-insight-for-vancouver-island-homeowners-agents/): The first 18 days after a property hits the market? That’s when it gets the most attention. 
- [Simple Ways to Make Your Home Look High-End](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/simple-ways-to-make-your-home-look-high-end/): You don’t need a massive budget to make your home feel more luxurious. A few strategic updates can elevate your space and give it a high-end look without breaking the bank. Here are just a few simple ways to achieve that polished, designer feel in your home.
- [Use Light Neutral Paint](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/use-light-neutral-paint/): Can you guess which color is the hardest to get right in your home? Sherwin Williams once had a meeting for designers and stagers I was able to attend. They told us that one color is often purchased, applied and then painted over within a week because home owners find it overwhelming once it reflects on itself.
- [WHO owns the rights to listing photos?](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/who-owns-the-rights-to-listing-photos/): This is a topic that comes up over and over in staging groups, and sometimes seems to be misunderstood in realtor groups too. The answer might surprise you!
- [Warmth in your home](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/warmth-in-your-home/): After about a decade in the sun, design trends are moving away from cool grey and white, and toward warmer colours. So if you bought, renovated or painted a grey based interior what do you do to keep your home feeling current?
- [Nominated for 2024 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/nominated-for-2024-most-influential-people-in-real-estate-staging/): Ellen Mann found her place in the staging community and has been nominated for the Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging Award by the Real Estate Staging Association 2024. Launched in 2008, the RESA awards are known as the home staging industry’s most prestigious awards. The Real Estate Staging Industry’s Most Influential People™ is a category for anyone working within the real estate staging industry in an effort to advance professionalism and excellence in real estate staging. Ellen has been nominated numerous times for her dedication to helping her peers, customers and colleagues.
- [Best of Home Staging 2022 for STAGING EXCELLENCE & CLIENT CARE EXCELLENCE](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/best-of-home-staging-2022-for-staging-excellence-client-care-excellence/): Congratulations!  You are the BEST of the BEST for Home Staging - and are OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:
- [2022 Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/2022-top-100-most-influential-people-in-real-estate-staging/): So grateful to this industry and the people who paved the way. I hope to give back with as much generosity. ~Ellen
- [Nominated for 2022 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/nominated-for-2022-most-influential-people-in-real-estate-staging/): Ellen has once again been nominated for the Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging Award by the Real Estate Staging Association. Launched in 2008, the RESA awards are known as the home staging industry’s most prestigious awards. The Real Estate Staging Industry’s Most Influential People™ Global is a category for anyone working within the real estate staging industry in an effort to advance professionalism and excellence in real estate staging.
- [100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/100-most-influential-people-in-real-estate-staging/): 2021 TOP 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging
How can I possibly give back enough to this industry that showed me if someone believed in me, what I could be? I have been supported every step of the way from my amazing training provider Certified Staging Professionals and the Real Estate Staging Association. Thank you so much to everyone who voted for me.
- [Best in Home Staging Industry](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/best-in-home-staging-industry/): Hands down, one of the best in the industry! Ellen did a detailed walk-through of our home as we prepared to sell and offered invaluable advice to make our home stand out to buyers. She helped us see our home through "buyers eyes" and suggested simple and inexpensive tweaks for maximum impact. When friends/family saw the photos afterwards, they said our lived-in home looked like something from a magazine. Sold within hours of listing for over-asking! Professional, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.
- [Best Of Home Staging](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/best-of-home-staging/): Chrysalis Creative Home Staging has been recognized as the BEST OF HOME STAGING - Trifecta Winner for 2021!
- [Fast Home Sale](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/fast-home-sale/): Ellen was extremely professional and was able to provide wonderful suggestions to our home before she came in to do her magic. The home looked so nice that we wanted to buy the furniture she staged it with! In the end our home sold in record time. We would highly recommend her services to anybody looking to get top dollar for their home!
- [A VIDEO WALKTHROUGH OF STAGING A HOME: BY ELLEN MANN](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/a-walkthrough-of-staging-a-home-by-ellen-mann/): Have a peek at our short video of how home staging works! Ellen walks you through the steps to staging a home and why it works.
- [FEATURE FRIDAY](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/feature-friday/): Ellen Mann is featured on Home Staging Newswire in February 2021. Learn more about Ellen!
- [HOME STAGING TV: USING ARTWORK TO STAGE A HOME](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/using-artwork-to-stage-a-home/): So grateful to have this opportunity. Thank you Tori Toth for this interview! It was so great to catch up with you.
- [Stunning Staging Furniture](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/stunning-staging-furniture/): I did renovations as part of preparing my house for sale. Ellen was amazing throughout the process. Having her as a resource to select paint, flooring and light fixtures that would maximize buyer interest was invaluable. In addition, she provided stunning staging furniture for my sale to showcase the property. Ellen was great to work directly with my contractor to make my life easier. With Ellen’s help, my house was completely transformed and I was able to sell in 3 days for more than 10k over list!
- [Show the buyer how they can use the space best](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/show-the-buyer-how-they-can-use-the-space-best/): Thank you so much to Ellen, Jen and Reece for helping make our home ready to be on the market. Selling a home isn’t about putting your life on display to sell, it’s about staging the home for all the best qualities to show the buyer how they can use the space best. Not only was my house shown for its potential it was absolutely stunning! Think, love it or list it! If you are looking for a company who has passion for their job you found it right here! Hiring Chrysalis Creative Home Staging took all the pressure off me to get my house ready because they brought what was needed, hung all the pictures and carried all the furniture!
- [PAINTING SELLER’S HOMES RESULTS IN A SIGNIFICANT RETURN ON INVESTMENT](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/painting-sellers-homes-results-in-a-significant-return-on-investment/): A Return on Investment, or ROI is simply the money that gets returned to you after investing to sell.  When staging a home, painting the interior of a property is one of the best updates a homeowner can make prior to listing. A fresh coat of paint in a neutral colour when listing can mean a 107% ROI.
- [Professional and helpful](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/professional-and-helpful/): Ellen came to our house and gave us advice on how to stage it for potential buyers. We went from room to room and Ellen gave us some great ideas on how to make each room appealing to potential buyers. She was very professional and helpful and she had some great ideas that helped us to sell our house within a week, despite the market situation. In fact, we had an offer after not even 24hrs on the market. We can only recommend her. Thank you so much for your help, Ellen!
- [LISTING YOUR HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/listing-your-home-during-the-holidays/): The first thing to determine is whether you really need to list before the new year. If the answer is yes, there are some things to keep in mind. Here are tips to listing during the holidays.
- [5 REASONS WHY STAGING BENEFITS HOME BUYERS AS WELL AS SELLERS](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/5-reasons-why-staging-benefits-home-buyers-as-well-as-sellers/): People often think home staging only benefits the seller by hiding flaws in a property that’s listed.  Sometimes they even think we “dupe” sellers into spending more than they should for a house.
- [Brighter, lighter and beautiful](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/brighter-lighter-and-beautiful/): We had our house on a market for 10 months with two different realtors. We knew we needed help. We invited Ellen for a consultation. Ellen did a walk through and gave us suggestions on improvements to attract potential buyers. We decided to stage our house with her. Needless to say, our house looked completely different after staging. It was brighter, lighter and beautiful. After staging and all the improvements done, the house was sold within 20 days. Incredible work by Ellen and her team! Ellen was professional, easy to talk to, attentive to details. She was a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend Ellen for staging services or a professional advice on making your house attractive and sold. The only regret we have that we didn't hire Ellen sooner.
- [Quick sale](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/quick-sale/): We had Ellen come and stage our house to sell. She was very honest and understanding. Started with a walk through and a list of advice. We did nearly everything she suggested. With two little kids and a dog, keeping a place "show ready" isn't always easy, but she worked with us to make it possible! We had 13 showings in 24 hours. Our house had TWO offers OVER LIST in 36 hours. Conditional sale in 48 hours. We can't thank Ellen enough for making our house look amazing. I attribute our quick sale to all her suggestions and hard work.
- [THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN HIRING A HOME STAGER](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/things-to-consider-when-hiring-a-home-stager/): Bearing in mind there is no governing body for home stagers. No education or insurance requirements, anyone can call themselves a ‘home stager’.
- [HOW VIRTUAL STAGING AND INTERNET DATING ARE SIMILAR](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/how-virtual-staging-and-internet-dating-are-similar/): This weekend I had an interesting question from a very nice realtor who was holding an open house. She was showing a typical un-staged house in a popular area for young families, but has had little ‘action’ on the home.   
- [Stage my home](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/stage-my-home/): I was very unsure selling my house in today’s market-In walks Ellen, and everything changed! Ellen spent two hours at my home giving me recommendations, offering her ideas to stage my home to sell fast as I had already bought another home.I was skeptical at first, but I acted on every recommendation and let Ellen stage my home – A half hour on the MLS – My realtor phoned to say we had a showing – I was stunned! Within an hour we had an offer- one week later we had a firm deal- my house was SOLD! I was in tears of joy as I had so many concerns about my house selling in this market- Ellen , along with my realtor Justin Warthe, produced results beyond my wildest expectations!Ellen is amazing, kind- professional – personable and best of all darn good at what she does !!!! I would recommend Ellen in a heartbeat if you want your home to show at its’ finest !
- [The Real Estate Company](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/the-real-estate-company/): Ellen brings a great work ethic and eye for creativity to the table when working with my clients, while staying within a very cost effective budget. I’m so impressed with her enthusiasm and love for creating an inviting environment that I know makes a positive impression on Buyers. I certainly know she’s done this in my listings and created that feeling of “I could live here” ~ ” this is so comfortable” ~ and a more recent comment from a showing Realtor and her Buyers on a condo listing of mine…”WOW… This looks beautiful!”Check Ellen out and bring some more value to your Clients with her staging services…
- [Artwork, accents and transformation](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/artwork-accents-and-transformation/): Ellen is fantastic!…..I am a single mom of two teenagers and after going through a separation I found myself with a house I hoped I could manage but I couldn’t so I found myself entering a housing market which I heard was full of gloom and doom. Then entered Justin Warthe and Ellen from Chrysalis and wow! What an amazing team these two are. I went from an overwhelming outlook to an I can do this attitude.
- [Remax Central](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/remax-central/): I connected with Ellen from another Realtor in my REMAX office after I had trouble selling a property. He spoke extremely highly of her and mentioned that his listings sell after using her services. Clearly that sparked my interest and after consulting with three professional stagers, I chose to go with Ellen based on her pricing, value added service and prompt communication; all of which are very important to me in choosing a vendor. After the home was staged, to mine and the seller’s satisfaction, we got the home sold in less than two weeks. The results speak for themselves and I am now a true believer of staging a property to get a higher price and quicker sale….thanks Ellen, very impressed =).
- [Staging MAGIC](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/staging-magic/): Choosing to stage with Ellen is a NO brainer and in fact a MUST in this market (Summer 2017). This paid for itself several times over. I SHUDDER to think how much longer the house would have stayed on the market if we were stubborn and continued to do things our way, or how it would have affected things if we only took her advice half-heartedly… Yikes we could have sat until next year paying mortgage… No folks, do EVERYTHING Ellen says. If you’re having trouble selling your house, think about taking it off for a couple weeks (and going with any of the competent agents on Art Lee’s Team instead!) and implementing ALL of her advice during that time, she’s right about EVERYthing! Put it back on market and enjoy the magic going to work on the public. Honestly – to my fellow sellers – DON’T take only part of the advice, DON’T do it half-way and cheap out. Give yourself over to Ellen, or you’re literally missing out.
- [Father, Husband, Son, Wine Importer.](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/father-husband-son-wine-importer/): We were referred to Ellen Mann by our realtor to assist with the downsizing of my mother’s duplex in the spring of 2017. For anyone who has helped a parent in a similar situation likely empathizes the range of challenges starting with accumulated belongings all the way through the fear of change and all the sensitive psychology associated with this process.

## Pages
- [1044 Lake Christina Way SE](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/1044-lake-christina-way-se/): Staged by Chrysalis Creative Home Staging.Realtor, Trung Bien. Photography by Caydence Photography.
- [2234 28 Ave SW](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/2234-28-ave-sw/): Staged by Chrysalis Creative Home Staging.Realtor, Alex Figel. Photography by Caydence Photography.
- [1169 Renfrew Drive NE](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/1169-renfrew-drive-ne/): Staged by Chrysalis Creative Home Staging.Realtor, Trung Bien. Photography by Caydence Photography.
- [2206-250 Fireside View Cochrane](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/2206-250-fireside-view-cochrane/): Staged by Chrysalis Creative Home Staging.Realtor, Nicole Hensen. Photography by Caydence Photography.
- [331 Copperfield Heights SE](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/331-copperfield-heights-se/): Click an image to view slideshow.
- [12 Heritage Lake Drive SE](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/12-heritage-lake-drive-se/): Realtor, Trung Bien. Photography by Caydence Photography.
- [631 Cantrell Pl SW](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/631-cantrell-pl-sw/): Realtor, Kristina Martin.Renovation by Prima Construction. Photography by Sona Visual.
- [2025 50 Ave SW](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/2025-50-ave-sw/): Photography by Caydence Photography.
- [94 McKenzie Lake Island SE](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/94-mckenzie-lake-island-se/): Realtor, Greg Wiseman. Photography by Sona Visual.
- [2129 Bowness Rd NW](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/2129-bowness-rd-nw/): Realtor Jill Conroy.  Photography by Lisa Amos at Caydence Photography.
- [2030 38th Ave SW](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/2030-38th-ave-sw/): Realtor, Trung Bien. Builder is CNJ Developments. Photography by Vanessa Paul Hernandez at Red Dot Services 
- [100 Lake Emerald Rd](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/100-lake-emerald-rd/): Click an image to view slideshow.
- [7128 Hunterwood Road](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/7128-hunterwood-road/): Realtor, Trung Bien, Photography by Caydence Photography
- [940 Renfrew Dr NE](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/940-renfrew-dr-nw/): Previous Next Realtor, Justin Warthe. Renovations by Looma homes. Photography by Zoon Media.
- [229 21 Ave NW](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/229-21-ave-nw/): Realtor, Raymond Todd Photography By Todd Poirier
- [Services](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/services/): At Chrysalis Creative Home Staging, we stage Vancouver Island homes.  What does ‘staging’ actually mean?  Well, to start, we are not decorators.  We are Real Estate Marketing Professionals, plain and simple.  We work with Real Estate professionals and home owners as part of a marketing team.
- [Before and After](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/before-and-after/): We've put together some examples of how effective the staging process can be. There is infinite potential for any space to transform into an environment where a potential home buyer can imagine living.
- [546 19 Ave SW](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/546-19-ave/): Realtor Kristina Lozic, Photography by Sonavisual
- [Awards](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/awards/): RESA 2022 Top 100 Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging
- [Chrysalis Creative Home Staging](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/): Chrysalis Creative Home Staging is now serving the Central Vancouver Island area from Ladysmith to Qualicum!
- [Contact](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/contact/): ellen@chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com
- [Blog](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/blog/)
- [Galleries](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/galleries/): Why stage?  Because industry experts know having a property professionally staged, or ‘showcased’ prior to listing results in faster sales and higher offers.  Chrysalis Creative Home Staging Inc. has been creating inviting interiors that ‘feel like home’ for over four years.
- [About](https://chrysaliscreativehomestaging.com/about-us/): Ellen is a Vancouver Island Home Stager.  As the principal home staging stylist at Chrysalis Creative Home Staging, Ellen is not a designer or decorator, but rather a Real Estate Marketing Expert.  She specializes in retaining equity for home sellers by ensuring their homes sell quickly and for top dollar. It's about experience!