Less Is More: Maximizing Small Residential Spaces CD

Over 25% of Americans live in apartments, according to the U.S. Census. Staying organized in an apartment is both a challenge and an opportunity. The challenge arises from the smaller room size, fewer closets, and lack of storage areas (such basements, attics, and garages). The opportunity arises from the necessity to simplify ones life and be particularly careful about what to keep and how to arrange it. Thats why apartment dwellers often find it easier to live tranquil and organized lives than house dwellers, if they follow a few basic principles. These principles include: (1) One in, one out; (2) Use it or lose it; and (3) Think vertically. Apartment dwellers who are ready to embrace this new way of living can be ideal clients for professional organizers. Conversely, applying organizing principles strictly and maintaining organization via constant vigilance are approaches that can help all organizing clients, regardless of the size of their homes.