Less, But Better!
- Kari Campbell
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
The start of a New Year always brings the urge to reset - to clear the clutter, simplify, and start fresh. And while we love a good clean slate, we believe the most impactful homes aren’t created by getting rid of everything.
They’re created by being intentional.
“Less, but better” doesn’t mean stark or minimal. It means curating your home so what remains truly supports how you live. Pieces that earn their place. Materials that age well. Storage that actually works for you and your family.
Often, this shows up in small but meaningful ways:
In bathrooms, it might mean rethinking storage so countertops stay clear - drawer inserts for daily essentials, integrated medicine cabinets, or vanities designed to hold what you actually use.
In mudrooms, it’s about creating a system instead of a drop zone for everything under the sun. Fewer hooks but placed intentionally. Closed storage for the visual noise. A bench for things to land where they belong.
For toy storage, “less” doesn’t mean no toys - it means better solutions. Built-ins that hide clutter at the end of the day. Fewer bins, clearly defined zones, and storage that grows with your family through each season.
In bedrooms, a refresh can be as simple as editing what’s there. Nightstands that function properly. Bedding and furnishings chosen for comfort and longevity. It all allows you to enjoy your personal wind-down zone at the end of a long day.
This is where thoughtful design makes the biggest difference - not by adding more, but by helping you decide what’s worth keeping and where investing well will save you from redoing things year after year.
As we head into the new year, we’re encouraging our clients to pause before they purge. Look at what’s already working. Identify what feels heavy in your home. Then make changes with clarity and intention, not urgency.
...Until next month!
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