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Karen McDonald
Dec 19, 20240 min read


From Consultation to Under-Contract: Another Successful Johns Creek Staging
When it comes to selling luxury properties, first impressions are everything. This recently staged 6,800-square-foot home in St. Ives...
Karen McDonald
Oct 8, 20242 min read


Staging with Flair Newsletter- Vol. 2
Please enjoy the latest version of the Innovative Impressions Newsletter- "Staging with Flair" below!
Karen McDonald
Sep 11, 20241 min read


Fast Sale, Full Price in Woodstock: The Power of Staging
Innovative Impressions is proud to have played a key role in transforming this beautifully renovated home in Woodstock. When approached...
Karen McDonald
Sep 9, 20241 min read


Elegant Makeover: St. Ives Home Under Contract in 3 Days
Excited to showcase the latest success at St. Ives in Johns Creek, Georgia! This magnificent home, listed at $1,750,000, sold in just 3...
Karen McDonald
Jul 24, 20241 min read

Staged to Sell: A Kennesaw Success Story
In the Westport subdivision of Kennesaw, Georgia at 1664 Stoddard Circle, this home was transformed from a ordinary listing to a...
Karen McDonald
Apr 25, 20242 min read


Year-End Gala: Celebrating Collaboration in Real Estate
From left: Karen McDonald, Innovative Impressions; Malinda Lackey; Rick Lackey, CEO, Real Professionals Network; and Keith Mack, vice...
Karen McDonald
Feb 28, 20242 min read


Transforming a Vacant Townhome into a Market Gem
"This home went under contract within 16 days at full asking price. Karen McDonald with Innovative Impressions went above and beyond,...
Karen McDonald
Jan 22, 20241 min read


Staging with Flair - Cover Story - Around Woodstock
As published in The October 2023 issue of Around Woodstock Magazine. Innovative Impressions Owner Turns Artistic Talent Into Successful...
Karen McDonald
Dec 8, 20233 min read


Home Staging Makeover, Marietta, GA
This property was under contract in 4 days at $57,000 over list price. A great example of how staging adds value!
Karen McDonald
Jul 7, 20231 min read


Commercial Holiday Staging Project, Kimpton Oberland Hotel, Atlanta, GA
The Kimpton Overland is a Modern Boutique Hotel located in Atlanta, GA. Because of their close proximity overlooking the Porsche...
Karen McDonald
Apr 5, 20231 min read


Invited to Participate in the Women in Business Podcast!
What an honor it was to be included in the latest "Women in Business" podcast by Business Radio X celebrating influential women making a...
Karen McDonald
Jan 2, 20231 min read


Home Staging Project, Marietta, GA
I was contacted by the homeowner directly to stage her vacant home in beautiful downtown Marietta, just off the square. I looked at the...
Karen McDonald
Nov 7, 20221 min read

Cover Story - Around Woodstock - What Happens When A Home Stager and A Realtor Join forces?
As published in The October 2022 issue of Around Woodstock Magazine. In 2020, Karen McDonald, owner of Innovative Impressions, called...
Karen McDonald
Oct 24, 20224 min read


Home Staging Project, BridgeMill - Canton, GA
This home was completely remodeled and realtor, Nic Goodwin, wanted this property to hit the market fully staged to get top dollar for...
Karen McDonald
Jan 27, 20222 min read


Home Staging Project, Marietta, GA
Cheryl Myrick was referred to me about staging this historic home in Marietta, GA. We discussed some of the challenges as well as some...
Karen McDonald
Jan 21, 20221 min read


Commissioned Art Finds a Home at Georgia Southern University
Whether you are staging your home or just looking for that perfect piece to finish a room, Karen works with watercolor, oils and acrylics...
Karen McDonald
Sep 11, 20191 min read


Stage for the Holidays - Think Fall!
Decorating for Fall sometimes gets lost between Halloween and Christmas. There are ways to bridge the gap that are beautiful and...
Karen McDonald
Nov 7, 20181 min read


Holiday Staging: Fall is Here!
You may have the best intentions to display your fall decorations. Time is up if you are going to do it yourself in 2018. For those of...
Karen McDonald
Sep 30, 20181 min read


Rooms Need Purpose
Do you have a room that has too many functions? This can be a spare room that functions as an office, playroom and guestroom. Or, it can...
Karen McDonald
Sep 15, 20181 min read
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