And just like that, the whole summer passed without another blog post. I hope you were able to slow down a bit or get away and spend time with friends and family. I found myself starting a new job, full-time, after many years of contract and freelance work. What an adjustment to say the least!
Read MoreToday I am thrilled to share the small home of my internet friend Kristen of Minima. I think this is something truly of our generation, to connect with a like-minded person online for years, who you may never meet in person (but hopefully we do one day!). Kristen even contributed an article previously here about editing closets. As she is moving on from this beautiful space we decided it was time to do a full home tour.
Read MoreA topic that comes up again and again when talking about small spaces is whether you can or should accommodate for overnight guests. This is a complicated question as it means different things for different families. I think the first question to ask yourself is who is staying over and how often? I’ve met with families who have family members staying over and helping with kids multiple times a year and staying for extended periods. I’ve also met with families who only have guests once or twice a year for a night or two. Both of these families don’t need to accommodate for overnight guests in the same way.
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