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Hi, I’m Melanie.<\/span><\/p>\n

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You never truly know where a path will lead until you take that first step. Mine began in the spring of 2021, when I purchased my first fixer\u2011upper. I quickly realized I had underestimated the process\u2014HGTV made it look far easier than it was. While I loved the dramatic before\u2011and\u2011afters, living through the renovation was a different story.<\/span><\/p>\n

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During the day, I worked in digital project management. Evenings and weekends were spent buried in Pinterest boards and design catalogs, trying to choose flooring, fixtures, and a cohesive palette. Every detail needed attention. There were moments I wondered if I had taken on too much, but I kept coming back to it. The process energized me\u2014gathering inspiration, refining ideas, and making thoughtful choices.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why a fixer\u2011upper? Homes that need a little care naturally draw me in. I love stepping back, imagining what a space could become, and piecing it together through layout, furnishings, and the smallest details\u2014all with the goal of creating a place that truly feels like home.<\/span><\/p>\n

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When the renovation was complete, I staged the home for sale\u2014and it sold in just five days. But what stayed with me wasn\u2019t the sale; it was the transformation. Seeing how intentional design choices could shift the way a home felt\u2014and how it made others feel\u2014sparked something I couldn\u2019t ignore.<\/p>\n

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In 2025, after 25 years in the corporate world, I took a leap. I followed the passion that had been on my heart long before that first renovation. That decision became the foundation for Modern Willow\u2014a place where creativity and natural warmth come together to create homes that feel inviting, refined, and unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Today, I am an HSR Certified Home Stager and Redesigner, partnering with homeowners and agents to prepare homes for sale or reimagine spaces for everyday living. As a member of the Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) and the American Society of Home Stagers and Redesigners, I continue to grow my expertise and stay connected to an industry I genuinely love.<\/span><\/p>\n

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When I\u2019m not designing interiors, you\u2019ll likely find me outdoors\u2014walking my dog, hiking, spending time in the mountains, or relaxing on a cozy patio with friends and family. These moments keep me grounded and inspire the calm, layered aesthetic at the heart of Modern Willow. <\/span><\/p>\n

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