About Us
We founded Practical Spaces in 2021 as the realization of a shared lifelong dream of helping others declutter and organize their spaces.
Megan
Megan is a lifetime organizing enthusiast and is guided by the principles of intentional living and minimalism. With a keen interest in aesthetics and home decor trends, Megan is passionate about implementing customized storage solutions for your cherished belongings and creating systems that are easily maintained as well as visually appealing.
Megan's specialties include closet and wardrobe edits, garment care, seasonal clothing swap out, and capsule wardrobe consultation. She is also an expert in pantry and kitchen solutions, small space living, and downsizing.
Because she lives by the philosophy of having nothing in your home that isn’t useful or beautiful, Megan is an expert in gently guiding clients through the decluttering process in order to transform the home into a peaceful sanctuary.
and Amanda
Amanda has always had a passion for tidiness and began "working" as an amateur organizer from a young age (making her friends sort through their closets and drawers and put things away nicely). She is an avid self-study in all things organizing and has a professional background in retail stock management and financial administrative assistance.
Amanda specializes in organizing storage areas such as basements and garages, getting into the details in the business and home office, and, as a new mother herself, has a special interest in helping families tackle big changes.
Drawing inspiration from Home Edit enthusiasm, Marie Kondo thoroughness, and Martha Stewart wisdom, Amanda loves to help clients tackle clutter beyond the surface level and share fresh strategies for organizing success.
Working With Us
Our goal is to work closely with you—taking your needs to heart—in order to introduce and fine-tune practical organizing systems that are suited to your organizing style and the necessities of your particular space and lifestyle.
We treat your belongings as though they were our own, working to ensure that the things you own are categorized appropriately, stored correctly, and easy to find when you need them.
The Process
Message Us
We respond to prospective client inquiries within 24 hours and schedule a free phone consultation to discuss your organizing project at a time that is convenient for you.Phone Consultation
A quick 10-20 min chat about your project, answering any questions and scheduling a first session which is generally 4-5 hours. We may ask you to text photos of your space to help with our planning.Session Day
Organizer(s) arrive on time, caffeinated, and prepared with the tools and equipment that may be required for your specific project.
Sessions are completely tailored to suit your specific needs and the flow is truly unique to each client!Reveal + Wrap Up
The reveal of your newly organized space includes a tour of new layout, any product recommendations, tips on how to keep your new space organized and scheduling of future sessions.
We charge by the hour which includes use of basic supplies (bags, labels,etc), mileage, and donation drop off. No hidden fees.
We also take away a small carload of donations if required.Payment
Payment is collected at the end of each session and we accept cash, e-transfer, debit or credit and also provide an invoice if required.
We keep our processes simple, fun and affordable for everyone. Contact us now to get started on your organizing journey!
FAQs
Should I clean or tidy up before you come?
We don't ask that our clients conduct any pre-session tidying. In fact, it can be more helpful for us to see your home as you normally keep it.
We also anticipate doing some light cleaning of shelves, bins, and other essentials in the areas in which we are working, but taking care of details such as washing floors and countertops, scrubbing sinks and dishes, and disinfecting are not within the scope of our typical work in our clients' homes.
Do I have to purchase new bins, boxes, and other products?
We strongly feel that it isn't necessary to purchase any new organizing products in order to have a tidy and well-contained space. In fact, you likely already have some of these types of items on hand and we are happy to work with what you have. Should there be a need for additional storage solutions, or you wish to create a more cohesive-looking space we can provide product suggestions from local and online vendors.
What if my budget is small but I really need help?
A free phone consultation with us will help determine where your organizing needs and your budget can meet happily. Packages can be split into sessions spaced to suit your budget, and an organizing plan which puts an emphasis on consultation and “homework” can also be formulated.
It may help to consider the organizing of your space as an investment that has the potential to save you money in the future!
1. When you know what you have on hand, you decrease the chance that you will purchase something you already have.
2. If you can see and access food and products near expiry, you are better able use them up before letting them go to waste.
3. Limit your chances of forgetting a bill payment or losing out on a tax deduction by keeping your paperwork filed and at hand when needed.
What if I can't keep my space organized once you leave?
It is in the nature of spaces to reflect our lives… and our lives are constantly evolving! When the needs of your space change, it is time to re-evaluate, and this is a normal part of the organizing process. We can help you to get back to baseline and to adjust the flow of your space.
Many of our clients meet with us on a consistent basis and this helps us to become more familiar with their spaces, making a tidy refresh that much more efficient!
Can I be there while you are organizing?
While we may not like to admit it, we all know that life is not as simple or as perfect as a TV show. Ultimately getting organized is about improving the way your space works for you and the way you work in your space. Working closely with our clients and getting feedback as we go helps us conceptualize how your space and your life interact, resulting in more personalized organization systems. It helps when our clients are available during our sessions but we understand that this may not always be possible.
Will you make me get rid of my things?
Most items in our homes were brought in for perfectly fine reasons. Organizational issues arise when we find we're storing more than we can appropriately care for. If it is the case that we come across items you may like to part with, we can help guide you when you're facing an emotional hurdle and recommend options for donating or selling to someone else who will continue to enjoy them. Ultimately we will always leave this decision in your hands and promise to never discard anything without your approval.