From Full House To Empty Nest

Thursday, March 1, 2001

(NAPSA)—Astheir children move out, many parents are reinvesting in the empty nest by redecorating. The American Furniture Man- ufacturers Association (AFMA) surveyed parents whose children have moved out and learned that nearly half of America’s empty nesters will reinvest in their nest by renovating their current homes, purchasing a new homeor even by splurging on a vacation home. According to the research, one out of four empty nesters will purchase higher quality home furnishings that were considered impractical with children at home and limited budgets. Some 78 percent of those surveyed havetheir eye on a “dream”piece of furniture. “Empty nesters enjoy entertain- ing at home andare beautifying their surroundings more than ever before,” said AFMAVice President Jackie Hirschhaut. “They are eager to redecorate in a style that reflects their new lifestyle and at the same time showcase their homes with home furnishings they didn’t allow themselves before.” When it comes to renovation, new living room furniture is first on thelist, followed by a makeover of Junior’s old room. Empty nesters are reinvesting in the nestandfilling their homes with style and inspiration. Research shows that children’s bedrooms mostlikely will become a library, hobby studio, guest room, home theater or home office. But while the rock posters and pop art comeoff the walls, parents don’t say goodbye to their children altogether. “Oftentimes, parents will accessorize renovated rooms with family mementos, photos, diplomas and other sentimental treasures,” said Hirschhaut. Other top rooms targeted for improvement include the master bedroom, dining room and family room.

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