Your Organizing Partner

The problem: Now that she was retired, Sandra was determined to reclaim this room that had become cluttered room with Christmas ornaments, personal and work files, photos, wrapping paper, tools and hobby supplies, a folding bike, clothing, shoes, old luggage and a desk that was no longer in use. After several attempts to tackle the project she was overwhelmed and had made little progress.

Our solution: We helped Sandra to visualize how she wanted to use the space and kept her focussed on these goals throughout the project. By releasing many items she no longer needed we created space to organize remaining items into functional zones and it is easier for her to maintain order in the room. Clear surfaces and more visible wall space create a calm space that now energizes Sandra where it used to weigh her down.

The problem: This Laundry Room had become a dumping ground for unused items and there was no work surface for sorting laundry. Cleaning and laundry supplies were dispersed in multiple locations throughout the home making it difficult to know when replacements were needed and resulting in significant duplication of items.

Our solution: Better use of vertical storage space and the addition of a work surface has made this a more functional space that is easier to maintain. Cleaning and laundry supplies are now organized in categories, labelled and located on the shelves above the table and washer/dryer. Space under the table is used for tubs containing tools and extension cords.

The problem: This kitchen and eating area had no clear surfaces and nothing seemed to have a designated home. Frequently used items were not accessible or easy to locate. The client often could not find things and as a result she frequently purchased items that were not needed because she could not find what she had.

Our solution: Dry goods and other items were sorted into categories and placed in attractive woven baskets on the large shelf. Removing items that were broken, unused or duplications created space to clear the counters of clutter. Containerizing like items creates a less cluttered look and makes items easier to find.

The problem: This high traffic Mud Room had plenty of shelves for storage, but they were so crammed full of items it was difficult to find things. The overall look was a bit of a dumping ground - many items didn’t belong in the space and the variety of containers created a feeling of chaos and disarray.

Our solution: After releasing and relocating many unused items, we used attractive wicker baskets to contain frequently used things. The result is a more welcoming space that is easier to keep clean and organized. The baskets were repurposed from another area of the house - so the cost of supplies was zero dollars!