Living with ADHD can present unique challenges when it comes to maintaining an organized home, let alone with little ones wreaking havoc. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults ADHD coach Liz Welshman on what it takes to keep an ADHD family home clutter-free.

Through a strengths-based coaching approach that asks “what’s right” rather than “what’s wrong,” Liz Welshman works with adults and students with ADHD who have grown weary of their executive skill challenges getting in the way of their brilliance. Having faced her executive function challenges, Liz went on to study as an ADHD coach via the ADD Coaching Academy in New York to help others live peacefully with the disorder.

In this episode, Liz Welshman asserts that home organization systems are not one-size-fits-all. She reveals that, before attempting to organize, an important point to reflect on is personal beliefs on how a house should work. Additionally, Liz stresses the vitality of taking a child’s abilities into account and meeting them where they are.

Together, Marie and Liz Welshman weigh various decluttering and organization techniques and systems that have proved effective for individuals and families with ADHD. So, tune in for an episode chock full of expert guidance and personal anecdotes on maintaining a clutter-free ADHD home.

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Beyond the physical structures, our living spaces reflect our inner selves. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews built environment lecturer Dr. Hing-Wah Chau on the influence of housing style on the home atmosphere.

With over 10 years of professional architectural experience in Hong Kong, Dr. Hing-Wah Chau currently serves as course chair in building design and senior lecturer in built environments at Victoria University. Before his role at Victoria University, he also taught architectural design at the University of Melbourne for eight years. His research interests lie in sustainable built environments, green architecture and infrastructure, and more.

In this episode, Dr. Hing-Wah Chau asserts that housing and interior styles go hand in hand and lists examples of prolific homes that showcase this. Additionally, he offers easy-to-achieve ideas on incorporating modern elements into older housing styles without compromising the grandeur of its predecessor.

Together, Marie and Dr. Hing-Wah Chau weigh the various considerations before retrofitting a home to introduce modern interiors. Tune in this week to discover how architectural elements shape an interior’s ambiance and learn helpful tips on creating a space that genuinely resonates with your soul.

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The world suffers from many environmental issues that can be traced back to a litany of daily human activities—and architecture has responded with green home design. This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella chats with housing researcher and RMIT lecturer Dr. Nicola Willand.

With a background in architecture, Dr. Nicola Willand approaches sustainability in the built environment holistically and is particularly interested in the interplay of housing, energy, health, and equity. Her research aims to provide a better understanding of this intersection and to inform plans that will minimize environmental impacts and life cycle costs while maximizing productivity, health, and social equity in the low-carbon housing transition. Best of all, her most recent project, ‘When Vic learnt about healthy, comfortable and energy-efficient homes,’ is a comic aimed at educating the public on housing energy justice.

In this episode, Dr. Nicola Willand describes green home design as a holistic approach to architecture that considers passive climate, sensitive techniques, heating, cooling, lighting, low carbon, environmentally-friendly materials, and more. She elaborates that materials used inside a house can contribute to air quality and affect our physical health, iterating the benefit of opting for second-hand furniture.

Together, Marie and Dr. Nicola Willand weigh up the various green home certifications available around the world and examine their rating criteria. So, tune in for an extremely informative and engaging episode that is sure to leave you feeling confident about integrating sustainable practices into your household!

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Living with other people can present unique challenges in maintaining order and harmony. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults home organizing expert Shira Gill on how establishing a minimalist living environment, along with communication techniques, can serve as efficient solutions.

Having inspired thousands of people to clear the clutter from their homes and lives, Shira Gill is not only a globally recognized home-organizing expert but also a best-selling author and speaker. The process and toolkit developed by Shira Gill apply to anyone, regardless of budget, space, or lifestyle. Additionally, her book 'Minimalist and Organized Living’ has been featured in a plethora of print and media outlets, from Good Morning America to Better Homes & Gardens and even Vogue.

In this episode, Shira Gill elaborates on the core principles of minimalism and how personal reflection, in particular, is extremely beneficial for negotiating in shared homes. That aside, she reveals clever storage solution ideas that are effective for maintaining minimalism without sacrificing the functionality that shared homes demand.

Together, Marie and Shira Gill discuss the ‘one in, one out’ rule that proves extremely useful in maintaining minimalism in the home regularly. So, whether you’re hoping to clean up around your shared home or seek effective decluttering ideas, tune in this week for an episode chock full of tips and tricks!

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In an era dominated by fleeting trends, minimalism offers a refreshing counterpoint. This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella speaks to social scientist Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead about the harmful effects of fast fashion and how minimalism has the potential to combat decades of overconsumption.

Specializing in sustainable consumption, Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead is an assistant professor in human geography at Coventry University. Her current research focuses on sustainable fashion and lifestyle minimalism, and she is currently penning a book on the sustainable potential of minimalism. On top of that, she takes an interest in circular fashion economies, researching fashion brands that specialize in repurposing post-consumer waste to make garments and accessories.

In this episode, Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead reveals that the fashion industry contributes more to climate change than the aviation and shipping industries combined. She then outlines the fundamental principles of minimalism, asserting that adopting it as a lifestyle often leads to improved well-being and time savings.

Together, Marie and Dr. Amber Martin-Woodhead weigh up various habits that prove effective in maintaining a minimalist wardrobe and discuss the potential future of sustainable fashion, with minimalism taking shape amongst consumers. So, tune in this week for an invigorating conversation about redefining fashion with a ‘less is more’ approach.

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The bedroom is the heart of any home. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews professional organizer Aanchal Kejriwal for guidance on identifying organization methods and priorities in the bedroom to maintain a clutter-free sleep sanctuary.

Passionate about creating clutter-free homes and raising awareness of the importance of staying organized, Aanchal Kejriwal founded Arrange It All, offering home and work set-up services. Over the last three years, the firm has transformed nearly 100 living and workspaces.

In this episode, Aanchal Kejriwal asserts that decluttering should be the first step in bedroom organization, followed by assembling a vision for the room. For sentimental dilemmas, she suggests questioning if a given item serves a purpose when decluttering.

Together, Aanchal Kejriwal and Marie evaluate various innovative storage solutions, from under-bed storage to door hooks. So, tune in today for a wealth of expert tips and advice on turning your bedroom into a peaceful oasis.

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Are you familiar with the tired routine of staring at a closet chock-full of clothes with no clue what to wear? It might be time for a closet detox. This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews closet organizer Shaniece Jones on how closet therapy and detox transform your wardrobe from a cave of entropy into a style sanctuary.

Having spent a decade in closets of celebrities, executives, and entrepreneurs, Shaniece Jones has worked on the set of music videos, magazine shoots, backstage at New York Fashion Week, and the like as a fashion assistant. A biologist at heart, Shaniece Jones studied people and the effects of their environment on their behaviors and, thus, developed a method to transform chaotic spaces into serene environments, empowering her clients to live with more intentions. Through her unique approach, she soon became known as ‘The Closet Girl’.

In this episode, Shaniece Jones explains the psychological benefits of a well-organized closet. She reveals that conducting a closet detox helps reduce cortisol levels, minimize stress, and save time. She also shares that, similar to regular therapy, closet therapy should be an ongoing effort, conducted once a month or quarterly.

Together, Shaniece Jones and Marie weigh up various habits, tools, and products that support closet therapy practice. So, from tackling sentimental dilemmas to how to kickstart the endeavor, tune in for Shaniece Jones’s top tips for an effective wardrobe detox.

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Are you longing for a simpler, more sustainable life? Tiny houses might hold the key. This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella speaks to urban management and planning Professor Paul Burton about how these once-quirky homes are now seen as a potential solution to the housing affordability crisis.

Having trained and worked as a town planner in London in the 1970s, Prof. Paul Burton had his fair share of tiny home living as a diligent student. He then worked on his PhD at the University of Bristol and spent 25 years researching various urban problems. In 2007, he moved across the globe to Australia to join the Urban Research Program at Griffith University, where he established and led the university’s Cities Research Institute. Currently, he is researching the growing popularity of tiny homes in Australia and how planning systems help or hinder them, alongside Dr. Heather Shearer.

In this episode, Prof. Paul Burton walks through the rich history of tiny homes, revealing that ordinary houses, dating back to 100 years ago, were much smaller to begin with. That aside, he lists the plethora of tiny houses in existence, from conventional shipping containers and modern box-type abodes to eccentric American yellow school buses.

Together, Marie and Prof. Paul Burton weigh the slew of considerations to be made before committing to tiny home living, between permits and maintenance costs. So, tune in this week to learn more about the ins and outs of sizing down.

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Are you tired of rummaging around for that spatula? This week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella speaks to architectural writer and curator Ar. Pooja Khanna Tyagi discusses streamlining kitchen space for optimum efficiency.

Serving as the prolific editor-at-large of Yanko Design, Pooja is an India-based architect and interior designer working on corporate spaces, residences, and farmhouses. With extensive experience penning the goings-on of interior design, Pooja has lent her words to international publications like Houzz, Architectural Digest, and India Design ID. Most impressively, she is the proud recipient of several architectural writing awards.

In this episode, Pooja lists key factors to consider when organizing the kitchen, from stackable storage and workflow to rental-friendliness, as well as task and natural lighting. She reveals that some design trends, such as transparent containers, gurney kitchens, and kitchen islands, lend themselves surprisingly well to efficient meal prep.

Together, Marie and Pooja weigh up various innovative solutions that may prove effective in the kitchen, between under-the-sink cabinets, modular storage, and more. So, whether your dwelling of choice is a tiny apartment or a sprawling mansion, tune in this week for expert insight on getting rid of kitchen clutter and making space for cooking bliss!

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Feeling overwhelmed by mental clutter? You might be surprised to learn that a cluttered environment can contribute to a cluttered mind. So, this week on Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by decluttering and organizing expert Rachna Kacker for advice on clearing physical space to clear the head.

Founder of decluttering and organizing service Messmerize India, Rachna Kacker is among the two KonMari Gold Consultants trained by the world-renowned Marie Kondo. With her unique ability to transform any physical space into a peaceful and organized sanctuary, Rachna Kacker has helped individuals worldwide declutter their lives, relieve stress, boost productivity, and improve overall well-being. To top it all off, she is an Amazon best-selling author of the book ‘How to Increase Your Networth’.

In this episode, Rachna Kacker asserts that if you are unable to locate an item in your home within 60 seconds, you most likely need to declutter or organize. She cites studies done by various universities suggesting that an unorganized space can increase stress hormones and mental overwhelm.

Together, Marie and Rachna Kacker discuss the most common challenges that arise when attempting to declutter and how to overcome them, from object attachment to the fear of being judged and decision fatigue.

So, whether you’re drowning in stacks of past paperwork or simply want a more peaceful home environment, this episode is packed with science-backed advice to help you achieve lasting organization and mental clarity!

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