Decluttering, Storage Solutions, Space Planning Maximize storage and function Work side-by-side with Jane to transform any space that’s not working for you, especially those all-important areas like closets, kitchens, playrooms, mudrooms, bathrooms, laundry rooms and home offices. Clear out the clutter and reorganize your stuff. Design a streamlined space with ideal function and maximum storage. … Read more
In my world, spring is on the way when we shift to Daylight Saving Time – which means right now. I’m aware that the gargantuan task of “spring cleaning” your home is probably something that, well, isn’t really something most people do anymore. Who has time to clean walls, floors, ceilings, wash window treatments, etc.? … Read more
Home renovations can become complex endeavours, no matter how simple they seem – even a small renovation project can be complicated. It might appear straightforward, but as one of my clients recently discovered, managing a bedroom closet makeover requires a lot of work to coordinate the schedules of multiple trades. For this very reason, most … Read more
Finding the right container isn’t easy! Even after 20 years of helping my clients organize and design their homes, picking the best storage solution is still challenging. I believe that if your space is functional and beautiful, you will be far more likely to keep it tidy and organized. So, it is very important to … Read more
Whenever someone plans to organize or redesign a space, I always suggest storing items based on how you use them. Designing storage solutions isn’t just about keeping things tidy. It’s about making it easy to find what you need and put it back so you can find it again later. The Goal When you design … Read more
All the talk about the necessity for creative storage solutions in tiny houses is true. I have had to use some innovative thinking for a challenging storage project I’m working on. A friend has a small home (about 700 square feet) with tiny rooms. The only storage areas are a four-foot-wide closet in her bedroom and a … Read more
A client I worked with a couple of years ago still inspires me. I want to share with you some of the things we absolutely love and can’t part with, even though we understand that owning less stuff is the foundational principle of getting organized. Sometimes you have items you must keep in larger quantities … Read more
Over the years, I’ve worked on many large-scale organizing projects and designed and renovated significant spaces. But often it’s the small, satisfying projects that have the most impact—especially for a client who was super excited about a new closet. Who would have thought that a six-foot closet makeover could change someone’s day-to-day life? Well, you … Read more
As you can imagine, I have been asked to help many clients over the years who have made poor decisions when it comes to purchasing items to organize and design their home. Sadly, many have wasted money on items that either don’t work or don’t hold up over time. There are times when it makes … Read more
Sometimes, we overcomplicate the process of decluttering and home organizing. As a Professional Organizer, I typically recommend setting aside two to three hours to tackle an area of your home that you can deconstruct, edit, and put back together within that time block. Then, repeat the process another day in a different area. However, I … Read more
Even though the concept of Feng Shui isn’t as popular as it once was, some of the basic principles are very relevant, and I have seen them work time and again. Have you ever had that sensation when you enter a home or a specific room, it just doesn’t ‘feel right’? It is usually due … Read more
In a busy household, it doesn’t take much for clothing to take over. Between sports gear, work clothes, laundry piles, and that ever-growing collection of outgrown outfits, it can feel like clothes are multiplying overnight. If you’re constantly picking up stray socks and digging through laundry baskets for clean shirts, it’s time to take control … Read more
As a professional organizer, I work with homes of all shapes and sizes. Over the last 20-plus years, my clients’ homes have typically been between 800 and 4000 square feet. Interestingly, I discovered that larger homes become cluttered more easily – and more often. Let’s delve into some reasons why it is so hard to … Read more
One of my favourite interior design projects to work on with a client is choosing fabrics for window treatments and furniture reupholstery. As you know, there are thousands of choices for colour, texture, and pattern. So, the question is, how should you choose fabrics for your home? Keep in mind the colour, pattern, and, perhaps … Read more
If you are in a slump at this time of year with the shorter days and incoming colder weather, a few inexpensive design updates in your home might cheer you up. Here are a few of my favourite decorating ideas for a fall refresh. Create Visual Interest with Texture Using texture in your home décor … Read more
If you’re like me, you keep a lot of stuff in your bathroom. Finding space for everything and keeping it tidy can be a challenge. How to store your items depends on the available space and your budget, but there are many ways to create functional storage in your bathroom. Towels If you don’t have … Read more
I have had the privilege of organizing and designing several small spaces over the years. The most recent one was a two-bedroom, 750-square-foot condo. The client’s partner had moved in a few months earlier, and they were struggling to make the space work for them. Of course, merging two households into one is challenging, so … Read more
As mortgage rates increase, some of you are choosing to renovate your home and add a furnished income suite (sometimes known as an in-law suite) to offset housing costs. Builders and contractors write plenty of articles about building these independent rental units. They include lots of valuable information for you to consider. For example, Bob … Read more
Laundry is one of those many household chores that many of us dread. Most likely, that is because your laundry room is in total chaos. That certainly does make a tedious task seem even more overwhelming. Here are a few ideas to help you manage laundry. Establish a Laundry Routine I know you don’t like … Read more
Now is a great time of year to help your children organize their rooms. In fact, a good decluttering and reorganization can help relieve stress and make you feel more in control of your home. When organizing your child’s room, work with them to set up a functional space with defined zones. Here are nine … Read more