There is certainly no right or wrong way to create a space you love. However, starting any project, whether it be designing (or organizing) a space, is often the most challenging part because there are literally thousands of choices for finishes, fixtures, and accessories and many ways to get to the end result. For this … 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
One of my favourite things to do is to stay in a hotel or inn. It doesn’t have to be far from home. When I decide to take time off, staying at home just isn’t relaxing. Because I work from home, it is exponentially more challenging to avoid work or household tasks. If you work … 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
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
If you’ve fallen out of love with your home this year, try one or more of these organizing and decorating quick fixes. They will help you feel more positive and give you the energy and inspiration to tackle some bigger projects in the new year. The Entryway Decluttering and redecorating your home’s entryway is an … 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
There’s a big difference between a house and a home. A house (or, for many of us, it’s a condo or apartment) is simply a roof over your head, a place to sleep, somewhere to cook, and a location to store your stuff. On the other hand, a home embraces you, helps you relax and … Read more
Many experts tout the need for symmetry in design, whether it’s used in graphic design or home design. However, many spaces do not naturally lend themselves to symmetry, so in these cases, using asymmetry in home design makes more sense. Why Use Symmetry? You can’t go wrong if you use symmetry to design your spaces. … 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
If you embrace a minimalist lifestyle and are obsessed, like I am, with tiny homes, small spaces, and living with less, this post will definitely interest you. After all these years working in design and helping clients declutter and organize their lives, I know that less definitely gives you more—more freedom, more relaxation, more control. … Read more
Have you ever felt that some rooms you enter just don’t feel ‘right’? It could be because the energy of stuff is out of balance. Ideally, there should be an equilibrium of light and dark, known as yin and yang. Read more about the philosophy of feng shui. Imagine that the physical objects in your … Read more
In the winter, most people typically hunker down and wait for spring before tackling major decluttering projects. However, if you drag yourself up off the sofa and look around the house for some ‘clutter hotspots, ‘ you could work to banish them once and for all. Entryways Is the clutter in your entryway secretly telling … 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
I was thrilled to attend a seminar with the author, TV show host, and professional organizer Peter Walsh. One of the benefits of the pandemic lockdown is that everyone is open to teaching online – even famous people. Peter Walsh is one smart person, that’s for sure. He seems to spend hours thinking about how … Read more
It’s done. The move is behind us. Moving is one of the top three most stressful events in your life. I don’t know how some people move over and over and over. We are absolutely exhausted and don’t want to do it again any time soon, that’s for sure. There are so many moves in … Read more
Small space design, especially on a budget, requires a creative approach to blending esthetics and functionality. When my boyfriend sold his four-bedroom house and moved into a 500-square-foot apartment, I enjoyed the challenge and opportunity to help him style his new home. The only things he took from the house were a double bed and … Read more