While we may admire the spacious rooms in large homes we see in
magazines or on TV, let's face it: most of us don't live in
rambling estates. Instead, we live in homes, apartments, or condos
with small rooms and even smaller closets. But you can enjoy an
organized, beauty-filled life no matter what the size of your
space. In this practical book, readers will learn how to
-perform a room-by-room audit of their space to see if it's
functioning at its best
-make the most of existing storage space and find clever ways to
add more
-find creative ways to arrange furnishings and accessories that
maximize space and bring harmony and style to the home
Whether empty nesters who are downsizing, newlyweds who are setting
up their first nest, or anyone who needs creative new ideas,
readers will love these strategies, tips, and solutions to maximize
their space and enhance their quality of life.
With a few tricks up your sleeve, small can be the new
big!
While we may admire the spacious rooms in large homes we see in
magazines or on TV, let's face it: most of us don't live in
rambling estates. Instead, we live in homes, apartments, or condos
with small rooms and even smaller closets. But you can enjoy an
organized, beauty-filled life no matter what the size of your
space. In this practical book, you'll learn how to
perform a room-by-room audit of your space to see if it's
functioning at its best
make the most of existing storage space and find clever ways to add
more
find creative ways to arrange furnishings and accessories that
maximize space and bring harmony and style to the home
live graciously in a small space with others (especially those who
aren't organized!)
Whether you're an empty nester who's downsizing, a newlywed setting
up your first nest, or someone who just needs some creative new
ideas, you'll love these strategies, tips, and solutions to
maximize space and enhance your quality of life.
"Packed with practical and stylish tips, ideas, and resources to
help you take your home from drab to dazzling, no matter what size
your space or budget."--Laura Leist, author, CPO and founder of
Eliminate Chaos; former president of the National Association of
Professional Organizers
"Kathryn provides oodles of useful and affordable home organizing
and decorating tips, information, and resources. She also shows
that a home doesn't have to be large in size to be graciously grand
in spirit."--Kitty Bartholomew, former HGTV host; decorating
correspondent for ABC-TV's The Home Show
"This book will inspire you to rethink every inch of your dwelling
to create space and live peaceably with your belongings. It's one
of my new favorites to recommend."--Marcia Ramsland, author of
Simplify Your Life, Simplify Your Time, and
Simplify Your Space; www.OrganizingPro.com
Kathryn Bechen is an award-winning writer, a bestselling
book author, a consultant, and a media resource who writes about
simple, charming, elegant living focusing on DIY home and office
organizing and decorating. Since 1992, she has been interviewed for
her expertise by many regional and national media outlets,
including Martha Stewart Living Radio, Woman's Day,
Family Circle, Woman's World, All You, Moody
Radio, and The Washington Post. She lives in the Phoenix
metro area. Visit her at KathrynBechen.com.
Kathryn Bechen is an award-winning writer, a bestselling book author, a consultant, and a media resource who writes about simple, charming, elegant living focusing on DIY home and office organizing and decorating. Since 1992, she has been interviewed for her expertise by many regional and national media outlets, including Martha Stewart Living Radio, Woman's Day, Family Circle, Woman's World, All You, Moody Radio, and The Washington Post. She lives in the Phoenix metro area. Visit her at KathrynBechen.com.