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Get Organized by Design is all about designing systems and spaces to create the best possible outcome and bring clarity to your life. It's also about saving you time and money. Jane's love of all things mid-century modern gives her design work a unique style, as does her slight obsession with minimalism and tiny houses.
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1w ago
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
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3w ago
I do so enjoy a powder room makeover. It’s an exciting project, but planning carefully is essential to ensure the process goes smoothly and the results meet your expectations. A typical powder room renovation project is quick and easy. Having said that, you will likely require a handyperson, plumber, and electrician in addition to an ... Read more
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1M ago
Home renovations can become complex endeavours, no matter how simple they seem – even a small renovation project can be complicated. It might appear straightforward, but as one of my clients recently discovered, managing a bedroom closet makeover requires a lot of work to coordinate the schedules of multiple trades. For this very reason, most ... Read more
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1M ago
Over the years, I’ve provided plenty of tips on kitchen renovations, but I’ve never shared the actual process that starts months before the demolition and rebuilding begins. Of course, the design work and choosing finishes take time. However, there’s more. In this post, I’m talking about the months of sorting, decluttering, and organizing you need ... Read more
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2M ago
Strictly speaking, a kitchen backsplash is optional. However, it does help protect the walls above the counters and behind the stove from splashes and stains. It can also add an element of style. That’s why you should consider various factors when choosing backsplash tile for your kitchen. Here are some tips to help you make ... Read more
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2M ago
Many people have written about the concept of choosing a single word as a theme to guide your year. I have been doing this since 2012. Every year, I choose a word, or sometimes a short phrase, according to how I want the year to unfold. It’s a valuable exercise that helps me focus and ... Read more
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3M ago
If you’ve fallen out of love with your home this year, try one or more of these organizing and decorating quick fixes. They will help you feel more positive and give you the energy and inspiration to tackle some bigger projects in the new year. The Entryway Decluttering and redecorating your home’s entryway is an ... Read more
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4M ago
There has been a lot of talk in the interior design world about maximalism being “in” and minimalism being “out.” From what I’ve seen, the maximalism trend harkens back to the décor of the 1990s. It seems to be about mixing patterns – and a lot of them – in one space. Even though this ... Read more
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4M ago
If you are in a slump at this time of year with the shorter days and incoming colder weather, a few inexpensive design updates in your home might cheer you up. Here are a few of my favourite decorating ideas for a fall refresh. Create Visual Interest with Texture Using texture in your home décor ... Read more
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5M ago
I didn’t think I would ever see the day when Nova Scotians would live in tents on sports fields and public parks because they can’t afford housing. I know the situation is complicated, but if we don’t speak up, the situation will only become worse. The housing shortage is serious, that’s for sure. Mini Houses ... Read more
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