| p>We are a commodity-based society. Simply put | | | | solutions for only the organizationally challenged. |
| it means we like stuff and lots of it. Therefore, | | | | My take is simple. We wouldn't require these |
| few people will ultimately boast and say they | | | | "commodities" if we bought fewer goods in the |
| have enough space. Whether it's a growing family | | | | first place. To improve space effectiveness, there |
| or demanding business, it seems that more items | | | | are several tricks of the trade to use along the |
| are just necessary to keep us all afloat. | | | | way. Here are just a few. |
| With computers, trends are moving toward a | | | | Ceilings - Typically ceilings are white. Add crown |
| greener, friendlier environment. Although a | | | | molding, your room will appear to grow up |
| paperless environment remains next to impossible | | | | (literally). |
| for the majority of us, take baby steps toward a | | | | Walls - If different colours are used in a band this |
| sustainable environment. | | | | Trompe Loeil effect can give the illusion of extra |
| "STAY SMALL" making a space assessment. Tidy | | | | girth. Similarly, this is why horizontal stripes are |
| up; remove clutter; reorganize furnishings. Usually | | | | not flattering on most women. |
| lack of space is a direct result of poor storage. | | | | Stripes - Any design vertically again enhances a |
| Belongings require a permanent home. As the | | | | long, lean look. (Think pinstripe suit and pointed |
| saying goes "Everything in its Place and a Place | | | | nails) Need I say more? |
| for Everything". In most cases we have so much | | | | Mirrors - Open up the visual focus while doubling |
| more than we need. | | | | the span and/or view. |
| The movement of less time and efficiencies is | | | | Lighting - Amazing option to open up a dull area. |
| taking the market by storm. Selling many | | | | Ever illuminate a small closet? You will find room |
| organization tools; storage centres, bins; now | | | | you hadn't realized existed. |
| there are entire "big box" outlets, targeting | | | | |