Little Touches That Make a House a Home

Recent world events have many of us looking for ways to do more with our current space. No matter how much you love your home, there are always ways to do small updates that will make it even more enjoyable. 

Increase usable space by improving your storage

Many of us have that one closet or utility space that ends up a cluttered mess. First step? Decide only to store things you truly need or plan to use in the future. 

The simplest way to declutter any space is to use the rule of 3. Tackle that frustrating mess with a white bag for donations, a black bag for trash, and a box for what you want to keep. Go through your clothes closet with an eye toward what fits and suits your style. If it doesn't fit, donate it. If it's worn-out, discard it. As soon as you've completed the space, put the black bag right into the bin and put the white bag in the trunk of your car so you can drop it off the next time you leave the house.

Now is the time to contact ClosetsbyDesign to help you set up the perfect space for those remaining items that you love. Don't delay; procrastination will only leave you frustrated. Imagine easily choosing your outfits from shelves, hangers, and drawers perfectly suited to your needs.

Create more work space in your current footprint

Both your clothing storage and your pantry can benefit from a harsh pruning. You may even find space in your pantry to set up a work counter and increase your food prep space.

If you don't remember buying a spice, toss it. Remember that even flour has an expiration date. For those who don't bake, having extra dry goods in storage can be an unnecessary draw for household pests.

Create your own decompression and relaxation spot

Take a hard look at your backyard. Did you once need lots of green space for your children to play? If your little ones are all grown up, you may spend a lot of time mowing a space that no longer serves you. 

Reach out to PeekPoolSpas for a conversation about that space. It may be time to stop dreaming and act on that pool or hot tub dream. The first step may be simply to enclose your patio so your hot tubbing can be completely private. You can take tiny steps as you plan for this installation and envision a low-maintenance yard that will allow you to beat the heat, relax in the sun, and decompress right in your backyard.

Slow and steady progress

Small updates over time can turn your family home into an excellent retirement spot right in Nashville. Check out all the options from TheHomeMag for ideas on small changes. The ideas you'll find on our Facebook and Instagram pages can also be a source of inspiration!