Portfolio of Transformations
Before and After: Real Montgomery County Transformations
See the difference Marc Cormier's team makes. Every home tells a story, and these before-and-after photos show how we help families prepare, stage, and sell with confidence.
Before & After
1. Home Preparation
From cluttered, dated, or neglected to cleaned, updated, and staged for sale. Marc's team coordinates every trade so you don't have to.
Transformation 1
Potomac Colonial: Dated to Show-Ready
Before
Photo: Outdated kitchen with worn cabinets, old appliances, cluttered countertops, and dark paint
After ✓
Photo: Fresh white cabinets, quartz counters, new hardware, neutral walls, bright and inviting
The Challenge
A 1970s colonial with original kitchen, heavily worn finishes, and 20 years of accumulated personal items throughout the main living areas.
What Marc's Team Did
Coordinated kitchen refresh, new lighting, neutral paint throughout, decluttering of personal items, and professional cleaning of every surface.
The Result
Sold in 7 days at 98% of asking price. Multiple offers. The transformation made the home feel like new construction to buyers.
△ Real photos to be added here once available. Contact Marc to see the full portfolio.
Transformation 2
Bethesda Cape Cod: Neglected to Competitive
Before
Photo: Overgrown front yard, peeling paint on window trim, cluttered porch, faded front door
After ✓
Photo: Fresh landscaping, painted trim, clean walkway, bright new door, inviting curb appeal
The Challenge
An elderly owner who could no longer maintain the property. Exterior was overgrown, interior had deferred maintenance, and the home felt dated throughout.
What Marc's Team Did
Full exterior refresh with landscaping and paint, interior declutter, deep cleaning, minor repairs, and neutral staging throughout the main living spaces.
The Result
Sold in 12 days at 103% of list price. Buyers specifically commented that the home felt move-in ready despite being 60 years old.
△ Real photos to be added here once available. Contact Marc to see the full portfolio.
Before & After
2. Staging
Empty rooms and tired furniture don't sell homes. Professional staging helps buyers see the possibilities and emotionally connect with the space.
Staging Transformation
Empty Living Room to Warm and Inviting
Before
Photo: Empty living room with bare walls, outdated flooring, no furniture, echoes when you talk
After ✓
Photo: Beautifully staged room with neutral sofa, accent chairs, coffee table, art, rug, warm lighting
The Challenge
The family had already moved their furniture to their new home. The living room was a completely empty 400 sq ft space that buyers couldn't visualize. Showings were lukewarm.
What Marc's Team Did
Full staging of the living room, dining room, and primary bedroom with neutral furniture, art, decor, and warm-toned accent pieces. Coordinated delivery and placement in one day.
The Result
Offer received 3 days after staging was completed. Sold for $40,000 over asking. Buyer feedback: "The staging made it feel like a dream home."
△ Real photos to be added here once available. Contact Marc to see the full portfolio.
Staging Transformation
Cluttered Family Room to Open Living Space
Before
Photo: Dark family room with oversized furniture, crowded shelves, heavy drapes, cluttered corners
After ✓
Photo: Bright, open room with scaled furniture, light sheers, curated decor, clear flow and function
The Challenge
Decades of family life packed into every corner. Oversized furniture made the room feel cramped. Dark drapery blocked natural light and made the space feel small.
What Marc's Team Did
Removed old furniture, donated or consigned personal items, installed light-filtering window treatments, brought in appropriately scaled furniture, added accent lighting.
The Result
Sold in 5 days with multiple offers. The listing photos received 3x more online views than similar properties in the neighborhood.
△ Real photos to be added here once available. Contact Marc to see the full portfolio.
Staging Transformation
Dated Dining Room to Modern Entertaining Space
Before
Photo: Dining room with dark wallpaper, heavy chandelier, mismatched furniture used as storage
After ✓
Photo: Light walls, modern light fixture, elegant table set for 6, art, and neutral tones throughout
The Challenge
The dining room had become a storage catch-all. Dark wallpaper and a heavy chandelier made the room feel small and outdated. Buyers could not see its potential.
What Marc's Team Did
Removed wallpaper, painted in a warm neutral tone, installed a modern light fixture, brought in a clean dining set with tasteful table settings and a sideboard with art.
The Result
Home sold for $25,000 over asking with a full-price backup offer. The dining room was the most-complimented room in buyer feedback.
△ Real photos to be added here once available. Contact Marc to see the full portfolio.
Before & After
3. Cleanout
Decades of belongings can be overwhelming. Marc's team coordinates donation, consignment, disposal, and estate sales so the home can be shown at its best.
Cleanout Transformation
60 Years of Belongings in a Potomac Split-Level
Before
Photo: Packed living room with boxes stacked to ceiling, furniture covered, no walkable path through the room
After ✓
Photo: Clean, open space with hardwood floors visible, neutral decor, room clearly defined and spacious
The Challenge
The family had lived in the home for six decades. Every room was filled with furniture, collectibles, boxes, and personal effects. The adult children were overwhelmed and did not know where to start.
What Marc's Team Did
Organized a full cleanout: estate sale for valuables, donation of usable items to local charities, disposal of the rest. Coordinated movers, cleaners, and a dumpster in a single week.
The Result
Home listed and went under contract in 9 days. Sold for $35,000 over asking. The cleanout made the photos possible and the staging effective.
△ Real photos to be added here once available. Contact Marc to see the full portfolio.
Cleanout Transformation
Basement Workshop and Attic Storage Clearout
Before
Photo: Basement filled with workbench, tools, stored boxes, old furniture, no clear usable space
After ✓
Photo: Clean basement with defined recreation area, clear walkways, potential for new owner to envision
The Challenge
A lifetime of woodworking tools, holiday decorations, and stored items filled the basement and attic. The seller had moved to assisted living and the family needed to ready the home quickly.
What Marc's Team Did
Coordinated a two-stage cleanout: an estate sale for tools and valuables, then a full removal of remaining items. Power-washed basement walls, cleaned floors, and prepped the space for photography.
The Result
Home sold in 14 days at 99% of list price. The basement was a selling point, not a liability. Buyer planned to finish it as a home gym.
△ Real photos to be added here once available. Contact Marc to see the full portfolio.
Have Photos to Share?
The image placeholders on this page will be replaced with real before-and-after photos as each project completes. Homeowners and former clients: if you have photos of your transformation and would be willing to share them, Marc would love to feature your story.
Photo credits are always given, and all images are used with explicit permission.
Could Your Home Be Next?
Every transformation starts with a conversation. Marc will walk through your home with you, listen to your goals, and create a custom plan to prepare your property for sale.
Deeper Dive
Read the Full Case Studies
Detailed accounts of how Marc and his team transformed entire estates.
Case Study
The 10-Bedroom Estate
From overwhelming inherited property to sold. The full story of the largest transformation Marc's team has handled.
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The Estate That Needed Everything
A cluttered property needing winterization, cleanout, painting, flooring, and appliances. Marc coordinated it all.
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