You want a home that SHOWS at its BEST
without the extra stress.

Whether you're preparing a listing for the market or trying to bring a space together at home, the process can quickly feel overwhelming. Between busy schedules, endless decisions, and the pressure to get it right, it helps to have a trusted expert guiding the process.

At Olive + Opal Interiors, our goal is always the same: to help the home present at its absolute best while making the process seamless for agents and sellers alike.

WHY OUR STAGING APPROACH WORKS

Great staging isn’t about filling a home with furniture—it’s about helping buyers instantly understand the value of the space.

Every design decision is made through a real estate lens, considering layout, scale, buyer expectations, and how the home will appear in listing photography. 

By combining thoughtful design with a strategic understanding of the market, we create spaces that feel natural, inviting, and easy for buyers to connect with.

Our STORY

Olive + Opal Interiors was founded in 2017 by Anna and Melinda—two Kansas City girls who have always shared a love for beautiful homes and thoughtfully designed spaces.

Before launching the business, Anna built her career in finance and Melinda worked in advertising and marketing. After planting roots in St. Louis, raising young families, and spending plenty of time helping friends rearrange rooms and prep homes for sale, we realized there was an opportunity to turn that passion into something bigger.

What started as a small side venture quickly gained momentum as agents and homeowners saw the impact thoughtful staging could have on how homes show and sell.

Today, Olive + Opal has staged 900+ homes across the St. Louis area, partnering with top-producing agents, builders, and homeowners to help properties present at their absolute best.

With a talented team, a growing warehouse of curated inventory, and a reputation for reliability, the business has evolved in ways we never could have imagined—but our goal remains the same: create spaces that feel beautiful, intentional, and easy for our clients to move forward with confidence.

Anna Neal and Melinda Christman

12 Days Average on Market (2025)
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Average Sale 4% Over List Price
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$580 Million in home value staged
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12 Days Average on Market (2025)
•
Average Sale 4% Over List Price
•
$580 Million in home value staged
•
12 Days Average on Market (2025)
•
Average Sale 4% Over List Price
•
$580 Million in home value staged
•

Our mission is to create meaningful, market-ready design that sets agents and homeowners up for success – while fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence. We transform spaces with purpose, passion, and authenticity so every home we touch stands out and sells with confidence.

At Olive + Opal, our work is guided by values that shape how we serve our clients, support our team, and approach every project.

We’re always learning, improving, and evolving to deliver the best experience for our clients.

GROWTH

Creating beautiful spaces and celebrating successful sales should be enjoyable for everyone involved.

FUN & ENJOYMENT

We help homeowners feel confident in their decisions while supporting our team’s growth.

EMPOWERMENT

Our clients trust us with important moments, and we take that responsibility seriously.

Accountability

We value honest communication, genuine relationships, and design that feels natural to the home.

Authenticity

Every home deserves thoughtful presentation, and we hold ourselves to a high standard from start to finish.

Excellence

The best results come from working together with agents, homeowners, builders, and our team.

Collaboration

Your goals, timeline, and experience come first. We aim to make the process organized, supportive, and stress-free.

Client-Centered Service

MEET the TEAM

melinda christman

Co-founder and CEO

ANNA NEAL

Co-founder and COO

With a background in advertising and marketing, Melinda brings a strategic perspective to every project. She focuses on how buyers experience a home—combining thoughtful design with a real estate mindset to create spaces that photograph beautifully, show confidently, and help listings stand out in the market.

Anna’s background in finance brings structure and operational expertise to Olive + Opal. She oversees the systems and processes that keep projects running smoothly while ensuring the team delivers a seamless experience for agents, builders, and homeowners.

Angela Fiordelisi

Director of Operations

Angela helps ensure every staging and design project runs efficiently from planning to installation. With a strong focus on organization, logistics, and team coordination, she plays a key role in keeping projects on schedule and clients informed throughout the process.

meG MINICKY

Interior Designer

Meg works with clients to develop thoughtful, cohesive design plans that reflect their style and how they live in their homes. Her work focuses on creating spaces that feel both elevated and comfortable, with attention to the details that bring a room together.

Juliette Nahrgang

Lead Home Stager

Juliette leads staging installations and styling, bringing a sharp eye for layout, balance, and detail to every project. She works closely with the team to transform empty or lived-in spaces into homes that feel polished, inviting, and market-ready.

Kendall Wrice

Logistics Lead

Kendall manages the warehouse operations and logistics that power Olive + Opal’s staging projects. From inventory organization and truck transport to leading on-site installs, he ensures every project is executed efficiently and every home is staged with care.

READY to see WHAT STRATEGIC STAGING can do for YOUR HOME?

Whether you're preparing a listing for the market or looking to bring a space together at home, our team is here to guide the process with thoughtful design, clear communication, and a focus on results—so you can move forward with confidence.