Project Reveal: Dazzling Home Unpacking & Organization in Raleigh, NC

One of our favorite reasons to help clients is when they're experiencing big life changes. This family was going through two life-changing events at the same time: moving and having a baby. 
The pregnant mama contacted us when she was only a few weeks from giving birth. They were a military family with an active toddler and moving up from the Fayetteville area. Their possessions were being moved from two storage units.
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Having limited time (and energy!) to unpack herself, the mom wanted help with the most utilized areas of the home, including the kitchen, pantry, 3 bathrooms, and her daughter's closet. She wanted us to add products and liked the uniform "Container Store" look.

Our Process & Project Launch

We were able to see the home before the move-in date to take measurements and do product planning. We sent our signature pantry/kitchen product quiz to the mom to get a sense of her style. Then, we created the product list for her to take a glance at and approve. 

We come prepared and always like to overbuy since we do problem-solving in the moment to see what works best in a space. Then, we return unused products and only invoice the client for what is used.

One challenge we came across since the home was a new build, was that the closing date kept getting pushed back, as they very often do with new construction. We were originally planning on unpacking their home early to mid-December. Our organizers were dedicated and committed to moving this family in in time for the holidays! 

We ended up having a team of 3 organizers there on December 22nd and 23rd. They divided and conquered, working like little Christmas elves to organize, bring in new product, and label everything with function and precision. What a sigh of relief it was to our clients to be moved in and organized just in time for the festivities. 

Since the family's possessions had been in storage for quite some time, there was a lot of decluttering. They learned to live without many of the items stored away in boxes. Luckily, we take all donations for our clients, so once they made the decision to let it go, we hauled it away for them.
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Home Organizing Revealed 

Kitchen drawers had bamboo organizers and glasses and dishes were strategically placed near the dishwasher for easy put-away. ​

The pantry looked stunning while also being maintainable, with clearly labeled baskets and gleaming white can shelves.

Before & After Pantry Organization

The bathroom drawers were divided into like items with clear organizers, and under the sink, vertical space was utilized with stacking drawers.

The toddler girl's closet had matching velvet hangers for her adorable clothing as well as labeled baskets on the shelf above.

The family was so happy with their organized and ready to live in home. The pregnant mom didn't have to spend weeks unpacking while chasing around her toddler. What a relief!

Before & After Kitchen Organization

Thank you for joining us on this unpacking journey! We love helping clients unpack and feel at home as quickly as possible in their new space. 

Do you have an upcoming move and are wondering what it's like to work with a professional organizer? Download our organizing guide.

​Cheers,
Sandi