Got a hankering to re-organize or de-clutter your home?
Before you get started, think about your values for the home you want to create…
For instance, which of the following values do you want your home to evoke:
Home values
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By clarifying the tone you want for your home, you’ll have a guiding vision to simplify organizing decisions and streamline de-clutter choices. It will help you decide what to throw out, what to keep, how to arrange things, which colors to work with, and whether some fresh additions are needed.
And the end result will feel more like ‘home’. Your home.
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I think I need to do this room by room. I want my bedroom to be a sanctuary, the den/family room to be warm and comfortable and simple, the kitchen to have visual clarity so as not to distract me when I’m working there, and so on.
My group wants to have a comfortable home. We are putting emphasis on safety: keep perishables away from the stove; keep the walking path clear of toys or trip able items; check your furniture edges to make sure they are smooth; etc. If you have small children make sure your home is child proof. Have proper walking and moving space. You want your home to be accident free and properly organized.
This is a great way to start the organizing process in any home. Without knowing the values you want to convey, then choosing the right shelving will be difficult. There are many types of shelves available that will all send a different message. Choose wisely!
This is a great way to start the organizing process in any home. Without knowing the values you want to convey, then choosing the right shelving will be difficult. There are many types of shelves available that will all send a different message. Choose wisely!