The Decorating and Staging Academy

The Decorating and Staging Academy The Decorating and Staging Academy offers certification classes, educational workshops and webinars

The-DSA or The Decorating and Staging Academy, has been teaching others how to succeed for years. In fact, many competing training programs began their career with certifications from The-DSA in Home Staging, Confident Color System, One Day Decorating, or Interior Decorating. The-DSA offers a variety of ways to learn, including live classes, webinars and on-demand training. As a respected leader, their classes are endorsed or recognized by many industry associations. In addition, they offer a variety of continuing ed and support training and materials for the creative entrepreneur. Students of The-DSA are typically aspiring Decorators or Stagers who want to launch a business or established professionals who want to enhance their existing business. However The-DSA has witnessed a large increase in DIY students who want to add a professional touch to their DIY (Do It Yourself) approach to decorating their own homes.The Decorating and Staging Academy, The-DSA Industry Affiliates

The Decorating and Staging Academy Trainers are experienced, talented individuals that blend real life practical skills with creativity and business acumen all topped off with great senses of humor. As one of our former students said, “I never had so much fun learning.” Whether you attend live or online class, you will see that, these are not sit down, yawn, yawn, theory classes but truly hands-on, interactive learning. The Decorating and Staging Academy, The-DSA has always been known for their practical and logical approach to creating beautiful rooms and successful decorators and stagers. What sets The-DSA apart?

~ Fundamental Hands-On Training, in real house with real clients
~ Formulas every aspect, reinforcing key principles
~ Forms and Systems to transition into a successful career.
~ Yearly curriculum updates

I’m incredibly honored and grateful to be nominated by the Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) for the Most Influenti...
04/17/2026

I’m incredibly honored and grateful to be nominated by the Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) for the Most Influential People in Real Estate Staging category.
This recognition means so much—not just for the work I’ve done, but for the passion, creativity, and dedication I bring to this industry every day. I truly love what I do, and being acknowledged alongside so many talented professionals in this industry is humbling.
Thank you to RESA for this nomination, and thank you to my clients, colleagues, and supporters who trust me and continue to be part of this journey.
I’ll be sharing more details soon—your support and votes will mean everything when voting opens!
Grateful, honored, and excited for what’s ahead. ✨

04/06/2026

Decorator, we will have something for Everyone!

🔥 What’s Trending: Wallpaper is STILL Hot!Wallpaper continues to dominate—and it’s not slowing down anytime soon. From b...
03/19/2026

🔥 What’s Trending: Wallpaper is STILL Hot!

Wallpaper continues to dominate—and it’s not slowing down anytime soon. From bold patterns to soft textures and statement-making murals, it’s one of the easiest ways to instantly transform a space.

✨ The key? Knowing how to use it strategically so it feels elevated—not overwhelming.

Want to see what else is trending right now in decorating and staging?

🎉 Join us at The Decorating & Staging Academy for the Design Boardroom
📅 Tuesday, March 31
🎯 MAD About Trends

We’re breaking down what’s hot, what’s fading, and how to use trends the right way in your designs.

👉 Save your seat: The-DSA.com

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from The Decorating & Staging Academy!Today may be all about luck… but in design, it’s all abo...
03/17/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from The Decorating & Staging Academy!

Today may be all about luck… but in design, it’s all about confidence.

Green is one of the most versatile colors you can use in a space—from soft, calming sages to rich, dramatic emeralds. It brings life, freshness, and a timeless feel to any room.

✨ Pro Tip: Add a touch of green through pillows, artwork, or even a single statement piece to instantly refresh your space.

Because when you understand color and design… you don’t need luck—you create it. ☘️

Wishing you a day filled with inspiration, creativity, and spaces you love!

"Trends change. Design Principles stay.”It’s one of the most important lessons we teach at The Decorating & Staging Acad...
03/17/2026

"Trends change. Design Principles stay.”

It’s one of the most important lessons we teach at The Decorating & Staging Academy.

While trends can inspire, it’s the foundation of design: balance, scale, color, and function—that creates spaces people truly love and respond to.

Whether you’re decorating your own home or building a design business, understanding these principles gives you the confidence to make decisions that last beyond the latest trend. Check out The-DSA's Color and Design Principles Course.

✨ That’s where real transformation happens.

👉 Learn more about our decorating, staging, and color courses at The-DSA.com

03/12/2026

We are talking Design Trends all of March at The-DSA. So what do you think, Design Trends-Yes or No?

As you work with design clients this year, are your driven by the newest (which often are simply something reintroduced) trends?

After all, Design trends are fun. But they can also date a room faster than almost anything. And are you sure it's a trend with some staying power or simply a fad.

Smart decorators know that really matters is how the latest trends impact our client. Check out our Blog for more insight into the world of Trends.

Stay watch all month for blogs, mini-classes, social media posts, and the Design Boardroom for more insights into 2026 Trends.

https://the-dsa.com/post/trends-yes-or-no

What’s Trending? COLOR DRENCHING If you’ve been seeing rooms wrapped in one bold, beautiful color from ceiling to trim t...
03/03/2026

What’s Trending? COLOR DRENCHING

If you’ve been seeing rooms wrapped in one bold, beautiful color from ceiling to trim to walls — you’re looking at color drenching.

And it’s not just a trend… it’s a statement.
Color drenching creates:
• Depth
• Drama
• Sophistication
• A cohesive, intentional feel

Instead of contrasting trim and ceilings, everything is painted in the same tone — sometimes even doors and cabinetry.

✨ The key is understanding undertones, lighting, and saturation so the room feels rich — not overwhelming.
Would you try color drenching in your home? Bold or neutral?

👇 Tell us your favorite color to drench a room in!

We are celebrating color all month at The Decorating & Staging Academy. Download our complimentary ebook for color insig...
02/20/2026

We are celebrating color all month at The Decorating & Staging Academy. Download our complimentary ebook for color insight and tips.
MENTION COLOR IN THE COMMENTS to receive the download.

01/13/2026

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