Getting up earlier to try to get things done may not be the best idea. I’m willing to bet that all you night owls (yes, I am one) are absolutely thrilled to hear that. I don’t know about you but working from home (or at least trying to) during the pandemic has been an eye-opening experience … Read more
As I spend time talking to clients about letting go of excess and taking control of their stuff – and their lives, I become more fascinated with how we can do more with less. It seems counter-intuitive, but here are a few examples to explain. Healthy Eating I helped a client get rid of all … Read more
In 1950, the average size of a family home was approximately 1,000 square feet. By 1970, it had increased to 1,500 square feet and to 2,200 square feet by the year 2000. In 2023, it was just over 2,400 square feet. So, the question is, how much room does one person really need? If we … 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
I absolutely love furnishing tiny spaces to maximize storage and functionality. However, finding furniture pieces that fit is often challenging. I’ve been hunting for a 12-inch-wide bedside table with a drawer and shelf on the bottom for several weeks. It’s amazing how much time a person can spend looking for the right piece, especially if … 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