The functional needs you may have for a shower niche are obvious: a place to store all your shower essentials but there’s a handful of designer secrets that’ll make that shower niche both functional and pretty! Not to mention, how a shower ledge might be exactly what you need.
Read MoreOnce procrastination creeps its way into our home — the organizing systems you’ve worked so hard to create become neglected + the evidence of your progress becomes diluted. And so one might say then that the million-dollar question is… how to stop procrastination right in its tracks? And that’s exxxxactly, what we’re gonna deep dive into.
Read Morewe’re not only gonna look at what sustainable furniture certifications are meaningful for lessening their environmental impact but...
We’re also interested in sustainability certifications that consider the well-being of people in every aspect of the supply chain. From harvesting or producing the furniture to packing, shipping + of course using the furniture.
In short boo, we’re taking a long, hard + refreshing look at the environmental and human impact that makes sustainable furniture — better.
Read MoreHaving a home with Everything You Need + Nothing More™ is the standard of living you’re after. It’s in that home, that you feel the maintenance of staying organized isn’t overwhelming because you not only have what you need but everything you own has purpose in your life. So… let’s take a look at what a simple household chores routine looks like + why you (+ the people you hold near + dear) should follow one :)
Read MoreA walk-in closet is more than simply a dumping ground for your clothes. It’s the place in your home where the wardrobe collection that you’ve invested in curating over the years lives. It’s where many of your bags, shoes, and accessories are displayed so you can actually see what it is that you have + have it at your fingertips. We’ve put together a ton of design considerations for your walk-in closet.
Read MoreEvery day we’re being inundated with a fresh round of paperwork + just when it feels like you’re drowning in a sea of recycled trees, the second you start to make some headway — more paper piles start piling up! Our signature home filing system is so simple + intuitive it’s something everyone should have. And it doesn’t take but a few small efforts to keep it organized.
Read MoreSo when we talk about considerations for selecting light fixtures for your home, the stakes are high boo :) And that’s because lighting is a functional necessity to creating a welcoming, inviting + cozy home. Which is probably why you won’t be surprised when I tell you that as an interior designer a LOT of details go into creating your lighting plan + then selecting the perfect light.
Read MoreWhile I can’t prevent the next game of hair pulling or unexpected superhero punches (oh the struggle is real), I can help ensure you never step on another lego + know exactly how to go about organizing kids toys.
So, let’s dive in + talk about what might get in the way or become a challenge in organizing kids toys + then several strategies for how to do it in your home.
Read MoreWhile there are a ton of moving parts when it comes to remodeling your bathroom what you really want is not only what to budget for (a number) but context for you to understand + plan accordingly.
And that’s exactly what we’re gonna talk about, how much does a bathroom remodel cost + more…
Read MoreWith nearly a decade + half of experience as interior designers + professional organizers, we know that almost everyone deals with some level of clutter. So, if that’s true — then what exactly is clutter + why do we hold onto it?
Read MoreSimply by marrying much of the work of a sauna or steam room with that of a typical shower, a steam shower provides a luxury spa-like experience right inside your home boo. From having a ton of health + wellness benefits to why you’d want a steam shower and other considerations — there’s a lot to unpack. So, let’s dive into an interior designer’s guide to the ultimate steam shower. Shall we?
Read MoreAt Elegant Simplicity, we’re committed to creating a home that you never want to leave. And as professional organizers, our perspective on what a capsule wardrobe really looks like might be a lil different than others. We’ll dive into what a capsule wardrobe is, what the benefits are + what a capsule wardrobe for women, men + even kids might look like. We’ll also explore why you might feel a capsule wardrobe won’t work for you + what to do about it.
Read MoreAs an interior design firm, we know the importance of thinking through each + every decision in your home. And from furniture layout + area rug placement, to size + shape, color + pattern or what rug materials are ideal to use we know the sense of overwhelm that comes along with trying to select the perfect area rug. Let’s dive into everything you should know about how to select an area rug for your home like an interior designer.
Read MoreAt Elegant Simplicity, we believe that Home Is Everything You Need + Nothing More™ So, let’s dive in and look at what minimalism actually is and what the benefits are. Along the way, we’ll uncover misconceived notions about minimalism as well as why perfect minimalism is an illusion and what you should actually do instead.
Read MoreWindow treatments are to your home what jewelry is to your outfit. In fact, whoever said “you’re never fully dressed without jewelry” is truly genius because it holds true for your home as well. A room without window treatments is — unfinished. Well, let’s dive in and take a look at several window treatment ideas + how to select the best window treatments for your home.
Read MoreThe reality is, regardless of what state your home currently resides in, living in an organized home is at the top of your list. There are a handful of reasons why you may find your home disorganized or even unorganized but ultimately there are three scenarios I want to talk about that will provide some clarity in how a messy room keeps happening.
So, let’s dive in and take a peek at how a messy room happens anyways, shall we?
Read MoreConsidering how reliant we are on our homes as the place we spend most of our time, let’s dive in + take a look at how the pandemic has changed what people are requesting when it comes to home design — allowing us to truly reconsider how we live our lives.
Read MoreWhether you’re frustrated with the state of your existing home or you’re overwhelmed by the uncertainty of building a new home + how things should be organized or set up in it — that friction you’re struggling with is as real as the air you breathe. And, for over a decade, it's what we've worked so hard to help eliminate for our clients. Let’s dive in.
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