Finding Home: A Real-Life Guide to Home Organization and Simple Living

Written by Our Home

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Posted on July 11 2025

Beautiful storage meets everyday function. This solid wood chest of drawers from OUR HOME proves that organization doesn’t have to compromise on style. With spacious drawers that keep your clothes, linens, and personal items neatly tucked away, it transforms bedroom clutter into calm, organized living. 

You’re standing in your living room with that familiar knot in your stomach because your kitchen counter—which you cleaned just yesterday—is already cluttered with water tumblers, takeout containers, and a growing pile of things that “need to find a home.”

You imagine something different: a space where you can breathe, where everything has its place, and your home feels like the peaceful sanctuary you crave. But between that dream and your current setup is a mountain of clutter and the question: how to declutter my home for simple living?

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. That gap between the home you dream of and the one you’re living in is something many of us feel. And while it might feel like a small thing, a home that’s organized plays a big role in how we feel every day.

The Hidden Cost of Clutter

Disorganized spaces are messy and wear us down. When our homes are cluttered, we spend more time searching, stressing, and cleaning. 

We collect things hoping they’ll help, but often they only add to the chaos. We tell ourselves we’ll tackle it “one weekend,” but that weekend rarely comes. The good news? You don’t need a complete overhaul. You just need to begin. 

And the first step to getting organized at home starts right where you are.

Redefining Home: From Storage Space to Living Space

Finding Home: A Real-Life Guide to Home Organization and Simple Living


The goal isn’t just a tidy house. It’s a home that works for the life you want to live.  When we look at home organization solutions as a way to create space for what truly matters, everything shifts. Instead of asking, “Where can I keep this?” try asking, “Does this support the life I want?”

Your dining room table isn’t for cluttered pasalubongs and backpacks—it’s meant to be a place where your family gathers for meals and conversations. Your bedroom isn’t for storing clothes you never wear—it’s meant to be a restful retreat where you start and end each day peacefully. These small mindset shifts are powerful ways to be organized at home.

The Decluttering Revolution: Small Changes, Big Impact

Finding Home: A Real-Life Guide to Home Organization and Simple Living


The secret to getting organized isn’t motivation. You have to build momentum. Try the 15-minute rule. Set a timer and focus on one small area. It’s enough to make visible progress, but short enough that it doesn’t feel overwhelming.

When you declutter your home this way, you feel the difference right away. Clear surfaces, open spaces, and that satisfying feeling of putting something back where it belongs—all these small wins add up to big change.

Smart Storage: When Organization Meets Style

Once you've cleared out what doesn't serve you, it's time to store what does—with intention and style. OUR HOME offers home organization solutions that look as good as they function. The key is choosing storage that fits your real life.

Living Areas

Keep tech tangle-free with an entertainment center that includes hidden cable systems. Opt for modern TV cabinet design for living room setups that bring order without compromising style.

Bedrooms

A bed frame with storage or under-bed storage bins makes space for extra linens or off-season clothes. Upgrade your closet with bedroom wardrobe storage options or a sleek wardrobe cabinet that simplifies your daily routine. Bedroom side tables with drawers, like a well-designed nightstand, keep essentials within reach yet out of sight.

Finding Home: A Real-Life Guide to Home Organization and Simple Living

Finding Home: A Real-Life Guide to Home Organization and Simple Living


Home Offices

A calm workspace starts with the right tools. Add home office filing cabinets and a stylish desktop organizer to keep distractions at bay and productivity high.

Expert Guidance Meets Quality Solutions

Finding Home: A Real-Life Guide to Home Organization and Simple LivingCertified KonMari consultant Christine Dychiao shares transformative decluttering insights during OUR HOME’s Decluttering Masterclass at Megamall. The workshop guided participants through practical strategies for creating organized, intentional living spaces that support their daily routines and long-term goals.

Recently, OUR HOME hosted a Decluttering Masterclass led by Christine Dychiao, a certified KonMari consultant. The workshop drew dozens of participants who arrived feeling overwhelmed by their possessions. Attendees left with clear, actionable strategies for creating the organized homes they’d been dreaming of. 

Christine guided attendees through the emotional journey of decluttering, helping them understand that the goal isn’t just tidiness, it’s creating space that supports their values and lifestyle.

“What struck me most about the participants,” Christine shared, “was how quickly they shifted from feeling guilty about their clutter to feeling empowered about their choices. Once people understand that organizing is about making intentional decisions rather than following rigid rules, everything changes.”

Finding Home: A Real-Life Guide to Home Organization and Simple Living

Workshop participants experience live demonstrations of storage solutions and organizational systems during the masterclass. The interactive format allowed attendees to see firsthand how the right organizational pieces can transform chaotic spaces into functional, beautiful areas.

The masterclass showcased storage solutions in real-time, with demonstrations of how the right organizational pieces can transform chaos into calm. Participants saw firsthand how a well-designed storage system hides clutter and prevents it from accumulating in the first place.

Building on the success of events like this, OUR HOME has developed a comprehensive Storage Solution line—a carefully curated collection that represents what really works in Filipino homes. These aren’t just storage products; they’re thoughtfully designed systems that solve real organizational challenges while enhancing your home’s aesthetic.

The OUR HOME Storage Solution collection features everything from modular closet systems that adapt as your needs change to beautiful wooden drawers that you’ll actually want to display. Each piece is selected for its quality, functionality, and ability to withstand the demands of daily family life. When you invest in storage solutions that are built to last, you’re organizing your space and creating systems that will serve your family for years to come.

Ready to Transform Your Space?

Ready to turn that vision into reality? Visit any of OUR HOME’s 33 locations nationwide to explore our comprehensive Storage Solution line and discover how the right organizational pieces can transform your space. 

Whether you prefer the hands-on experience of visiting one of our branches or the convenience of shopping online, your organized home is within reach. With delivery and installation available nationwide, we make it effortless to bring professional-quality organization to your doorstep. Because every organized home starts with a single step, and every transformation begins with the courage to take action where you are.

Visit any OUR HOME branches across the country, shop our complete Storage Solutions online or contact our Call-to-Deliver hotline at +63917-831-5260. With delivery and installation nationwide, your organized home is just one decision away.