Why Decluttering should be Step ZERO of your Remodeling Plan

Someone once said that a really good declutter of your life is as
good as a remodel (and so much easier and cheaper). 


Now as an architect, I don't know that I totally agree with
that. 


A remodel can improve your layout, add natural light, introduce
in beautiful new surfaces and generally custom fit your home to
your life. A solid decluttering job can't do any of those
things. 


However, sometimes a serious declutter is as good as an
addition. 


Pare down your stuff BEFORE you plan your remodel so you don't
waste valuable time, effort, and MONEY making more room for your
things instead of creating a home you love.

In Today's Episode you'll hear ...


Real talk: you're going to need to declutter before your
remodel anyway ... you'll have to get ALL of your stuff out of
the way before you can start swinging a hammer for demolition!
[1:45]

Two fun stories of my rolling stone past: that time I lived
in a tent for five months, AND that time I lived in hostels along
the Mediterranean coast for five months ... and what both
adventures taught me about living with less [2:37]

Parkinson's Law applied to stuff in your house [4:45]

Two quick tips to make your kitchen bigger ... overnight!
[6:31]

A little shout out to all our friend, Marie Kondo, with my
thoughts on why her methods don't always work for Americans
[9:17]

My personal decluttering hero: Marla Cilley, aka FlyLady and
her magical 15 minute burst theory of doing everything [9:53]



Find links and complete show notes at midmod-midwest.com/206!