Mixing old and new décor in the home is a beautiful way to create a unique space. On one end of the spectrum, modern houses often feel sterile and one-dimensional and on the other end, vintage houses can feel, well… old and out of style. Marrying the two is the perfect way to create a space that has character while remaining chic and polished. Read more “How to Mix Old and New Home Décor”
Summer in Arizona is the best time to be a lazy cook. The thought of turning on the oven or running around the kitchen to cook an extravagant meal is less than appealing. Here are some helpful tips to prepare fresh, light meals with minimal effort.
Simply reach into your pantry or fridge and find all the ingredients you need. Install our pantry organizers to make your cooking life even easier than we’re going to make it with these pointers. Read more “Tips for Easy, Summer Cooking”
A multi-use space can be overwhelming and hard to manage but if it’s organized and well-planned, a garage laundry room can free up valuable space home and extremely convenient. Arizona Garage & Closet Design offers storage solutions and surface options that will make your laundry nook more than ideal. Here’s a list of tips to make the most of your space. Read more “How to Make the Most of Your Garage Laundry Room”
It is crucial that you know exactly where important documents are so you can find them quickly and easily whenever you need them. Custom home office design helps Arizona homeowners ensure that tax returns, passports, deeds and other information is properly and securely stored. Don’t worry about handling all the details of your home office yourself – Arizona Garage & Closet Designs is here to help! Continue reading for our home office organization tips and to learn more about our design offerings. Read more “Custom Home Office Design and Organization Tips”
Springtime is the right time for bold pops of color in your home, especially when it comes to home organization in Phoenix. Take a cue from nature with all those gorgeous blooming wildflowers and greenery. We know that you will find exactly what you want in our new Mixology line. We have specifically curated thirteen new colors based on design trends for the upcoming year as well as popular colors you have been asking for. Read more “Trend Alert: Bold Colors for Interior Design”
We are excited to ring in spring with our new Mixology collection for 2019 – perfect for all your closet, pantry and laundry room organizer needs! In Phoenix and Scottsdale, we know how important our organization systems are. At Arizona Garage and Closet Design, we are always listening to our customers so you can simplify, organize and enjoy. Read more “New Color Reveal & Style Guide: Mixology 2019”
Phoenix weather is gorgeous right now and it is the perfect time to do some work in the garage. From custom cabinet designs to coated flooring, Arizona Garage and Closet Design can help you create the space you have always wanted. Read more “Garage Storage Solutions Perfect for Your Hobbies and Adventures”
It is a new year and fresh start for every living space in your Phoenix-area home, from your garage cabinets to your master bedroom closet. We know everyone is making resolutions this time of year, but lifestyle organization is a resolution you won’t want to skip, especially with our new products coming out. The newest addition to our exclusive collection of closet cabinets is the very modern Cloud, pictured above.
Our tried-and-true tips are simple and easy to follow. We make organization systems for the most important spaces in your home and want to help you develop a plan that seamlessly fits into your current lifestyle. Then you can focus on the other important aspects of your life, such as spending time with your friends and family or picking up a new hobby. Continue reading for more helpful tips to get—and keep—your home organized in 2019.
Action Items
To avoid feeling overwhelmed, we highly recommend planning and breaking down organization projects into manageable and actionable tasks. Assign yourself tasks that are clear, concrete and can be finished in a set amount of time. It is tempting to want to take on a large amount of organizing at once. For example, instead of setting a goal such as “organize the garage and laundry room”, it can be more helpful to pick a smaller and more specific task related goal. A more manageable goal could be “organize the tools and building supplies I have in the garage”. Then, this task can be divided into sub-tasks. You might realize that you need to get rid of certain supplies or that you don’t have adequate storage space. Our experienced designers can help you strategize solutions like a customized garage workbench or countertop.
Imagine
When you choose a new space to work on, imagine yourself going to that area of your home and how you would like things to be. Think about the steps you take when you do laundry in the laundry room, work in the garage or even when you get dressed. Which items do you use most often? What needs to stay out of reach of children and pets, like cleaning supplies or delicate jewelry? Which items need a specific hook or rod? It is helpful to keep items you use frequently at eye- or waist-level (such as bed linens on the middle shelves of your linen closet). Storage in this area is the easiest to reach and see.
Once you have a system, it can help you develop a routine, which will dictate how you organize your space. Then, the space will be more consistently neat and orderly. Continual upkeep will prevent the need for another heavy-duty organizational overhaul.
Be Adaptable
Storage systems aren’t set in stone and take time to develop. Be prepared to change and adapt your system as you use it. Many aspects of our organization solutions are modular and adjustable for this very reason. Contact us today so you can simplify, organize and enjoy your home in the new year!
‘Tis the season for parties, presents, festive décor, and pantry cabinets that are filled to the brim to accommodate house guests and holiday baking. It is also the season for clutter. With a few simple organizational tools and strategies, you can ease the stress and frustration of the holiday season so that you can enjoy quality time with friends and family. Read more “Household Organization and the Holidays”