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
We love to spend our downtime exploring our beautiful province of Nova Scotia. A few times a year, we book a two- or three-night stay somewhere close to home. Unless we leave town, it’s just so difficult to relax because when we’re at home, we feel there is always something we should be doing. Staycation … 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
As the days grow longer and the weather gets warmer, our thoughts naturally turn to spending more time outdoors. But what if your outdoor space is tiny? Don’t worry; limited size doesn’t mean limited potential. With the right mix of organization and thoughtful design, you can design and decorate a small outdoor space that’s functional … 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
Transforming my client’s small bathroom into a functional and beautiful space was a challenging task. Working with only 3.5 square metres (38 square feet) is more complex than working with a larger room because every detail matters. The key to success is achieving the perfect balance between practicality and aesthetics. Here are five factors to … Read more
When creating a more functional and tidy home, most of us know that we need to declutter to get organized. While these two activities may seem like one and the same, they are not. In fact, these two processes are quite different. Understanding the distinction between decluttering and organizing can help you tackle your home … Read more
Early autumn is the best time to declutter and organize your seasonal décor. I mentioned tackling this project in my post about Autumn Home Organization a few weeks ago. However, if you didn’t do it then, now is the time! Halloween is just around the corner, and you will be so happy you organized everything … Read more
As a professional organizer and interior decorator, I spend a lot of time helping my clients design functional yet attractive ways to store their possessions. In fact, practical storage is one of the key elements in maintaining an organized home. If you are wondering how to improve storage in your home, please read on. The … Read more
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been designing a functional garage for one of our amazing clients. And two other clients have the same request. As you can imagine, it’s dirty, heavy, and tedious work. That’s probably why so many people put it off. However, parking two cars in a two-car garage (especially during Nova … 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
During the past 20 years working as a Professional Organizer and Interior Decorator, I have decluttered and designed dozens of home offices. Having a functional and beautiful space to work from home is absolutely crucial, whether you are working for someone else, running your own business, or managing your household. If you enjoy being in … 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
The kitchen is the one space in your home that has many different categories of stuff. As a result, it is often difficult to organize it and maintain tidiness. If you are planning a renovation, it’s essential to analyze your space to maximize storage and organization in your kitchen. Your needs will vary and depend … Read more
As you declutter, create a plan to organize your home with zones. Setting up specific zones makes it easy for people to put things back where they belong and, more importantly, find what they need. The process takes some thought and planning. Firstly, pay attention to how and where you use items before you decide … Read more
As I was returning items to their designated storage space, I realized that not everyone is a fan of putting stuff away. Perhaps they think, “Why put something away if you are just going to use it again?” It’s a great question, so let’s explore some answers. Firstly, let’s consider why people don’t put things … 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
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
This blog post was inspired by a conversation I had with a client a few days ago. She and her husband have been working on a DIY reno of their house for months and months and months . . . However, they did hire a cabinet company to design and install their kitchen. Good news. … Read more