tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83422954926317868982024-03-13T05:27:27.879-07:00Urban SimplicityKorinnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15548548257599443264noreply@blogger.comBlogger205125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-331334225949641262017-06-28T12:52:00.002-07:002017-06-28T12:52:36.504-07:00Junk Drawer Organizing Tips in Women’s Health Magazine<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It’s all about junk drawer zen! I’ve been saying for years
there is a link to healthy living and organizing. Looks like <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Women’s Health</i> magazine has picked up on
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I shared tips for the article, “The Odds and Ends of Junk
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Plus my </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/organization-hacks">five steps</a></b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">
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Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-12983738849459473532017-06-28T12:46:00.001-07:002017-06-28T12:46:43.528-07:00You Tube Video: Organizing Beauty Products<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One of my favorite people from Cincinnati just so happens to
be the Fox 19 morning news anchor, Kara Sewell. In her spare time (not sure how
she does it all), she’s also a You Tube star.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hence, my <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSCjA9ODHX0&t=37s">You Tube Premiere</a></b>!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Kara wakes up at 2am to get dressed every morning, so I knew
the organizing systems needed to be as simple as possible. She’s also a beauty
product junkie so we had to make the most of the small space. The organizing
wasn’t easy, but we definitely shared some laughs along the way. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Watch our You Tube video, and please subscribe to Kara’s You
Tube page for weekly lifestyle videos.</span></div>
Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-7155603364302480912017-03-15T05:28:00.003-07:002017-03-15T05:28:42.987-07:00US in Palm Beach <div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">2017 is a year of change for US, and I couldn’t be
more excited.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">In February, we relocated officially to Palm Beach, Florida,
for my husband’s job. After a few years going back and forth between
Cincinnati, Ohio, and New York City, it feels good to be settled in a place so
beautiful and warm.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">I’ve been busy getting settled over the last month and doing
some business plotting. I’m looking forward to starting a full rebranding
process for my business. Later this year, I hope to have a new logo, website,
blog and branding concept that positions US in both the Palm Beach and New York
City markets. Stay tuned!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">In the meantime, we’re maintaining the New York City
business. With organizers in the City every day, we'll continue to conquer New
York City clutter. Personally, I will be in the City on a regular basis working
with clients, taking new consultations, and growing the brand.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">If you happen to know anyone in the Palm Beach area in need
of organizing services, please keep US in mind. We’re here and ready to take on
the Sunshine State!</span></span></div>
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</style>Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-27164028614576579212017-01-31T13:57:00.001-08:002017-01-31T13:59:13.812-08:00Live Segment! Winter Gear Organizing on Fox 19<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">I</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">nstead of pondering how many days until summer, how about
organizing all that winter gear like hats, gloves, scarves and snow boots.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.fox19.com/clip/13066515/urban-simplicity-organizing-your-winter-gear"><b>Video: Winter Gear Organizing</b></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Before you can get organized you first need to pull
everything out of the closet. Sort items by type and by family member. You’ll
also want to toss random gloves and outgrown items to clear the clutter.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In season it’s important to store winter accessories so they
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– This solution tends to work best when organizing winter accessories for a
family. Label bins for each family member to avoid mix up. The bins can be
stored on closet shelves, under a bench or on shelves in an entryway or mudroom.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Over-the-Door
Shoe Organizer</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;"> – It’s not just for shoes anymore! Use the pockets in this
organizer to store gloves, hats, and even scarves. If you have extra space,
consider using the pockets for umbrellas, sunscreen and grocery tote bags. It’s
a great spot to store anything you need when heading out door.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Umbrella
Stand – </b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Keep umbrellas from getting lost in the back of the closet with a
slim stand that doesn’t take up too much space.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">There’s nothing worse for your floors than snowy and salty
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your mudroom or coat closet. Use a boot tray to capture the mess.</span></span></li>
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Rod Dividers</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> – Use clothing rod dividers to keep coats separated by family
member.</span></span></li>
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Hooks </b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">– Families with young children can use removable hooks on the walls
or backs of closet doors to hang coats or even backpacks.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I think we can all agree that 2016 had some major UPs and some major downs. For US, being named to <a href="http://nymag.com/bestofny/services/2016/home-help/#marie-kondo-alternative">New York Magazine's Best of New York</a> list was the highlight. We're still pinching ourselves over here! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Looking to 2017, even bigger things are coming! We'll have more to share soon... Until then, thank you for your support and trust in US.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We wish you a happy, healthy and ORGANIZED year ahead. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">xoxo</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Korinne</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">and the team at Urban Simplicity </span>Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-32894159921969456962016-12-23T06:58:00.000-08:002016-12-23T06:58:24.823-08:00Live Segment! Gift Wrap Organizing on Fox 19<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">With the holidays in full swing and Christmas just three
days away, chaos can start to set in. Wrapping paper is just one more thing
strewn about the house, unless you’ve got a system in place to keep it
organized.</span></div>
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paper, tags, boxes, bags, scissors, tape, ribbon, tissue paper and Sharpie
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Next, you want to consider how much space you have and how
often you actually wrap gifts. If you only wrap gifts at the holidays a
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Below are four creative solutions to keep your gift wrap
organized. With one of these four solutions, you are sure to save time wrapping
gifts. You’ll also save money usually spent over-buying paper and supplies you
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">The festive <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/moving-shipping-storage/holiday-storage/chevron-holiday-wrap-tote-organizer/12d?productId=10028799"><b>chevron
holiday wrap organizer</b></a> holds up to 24 rolls and has pockets to store other
accessories. The divider can also be removed to accommodate longer rolls. When
not in use, it easily slides under the bed if you’re short on space.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">If you’re feeling a little creative, why not DIY a storage
option! Hang basic S hooks for scissors, gift bags and other accessories on a <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/harvest-hamper/d?productId=11002032&q=hamper"><b>clothing
hamper</b></a> and you have an affordable solution that can be easily wheeled into
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">If you have extra hanging space in a closet, the <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/gift-wrap-work-station/d?productId=10027132&q=gift%20wrap%20organizer"><b>gift
wrap work station</b></a> sandwich board folds up to hang when not in use. It holds
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">The <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/white-elfa-mesh-gift-wrap-cart/d?productId=10014531&q=gift%20wrap%20organizer"><b>elfa
gift wrap cart</b></a> is a favorite if you have a bit more space. Drawers store
gift wrapping supplies while ribbon and gift wrap are stored on the sides of
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</style>Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-49160228065842008352016-11-14T05:40:00.002-08:002016-11-14T05:40:37.581-08:00Live Segment! Holiday Card Organizing Tips on Fox 19<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sending holiday cards to family and friends can take quite a bit of time and effort at this already busy season, not to mention the clutter they create around the house. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We were back on Fox 19 last week with tips to organize your holiday cards.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Get your holiday cards sent out as efficiently as possible.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Tip One: Organize all your supplies.</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Holiday cards and accompanying supplies can quickly get out of control. Grab a <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/kitchen/pantry-organizers/pantry-shelf-organizers/tosca-basket-with-wooden-handles/123d?productId=11001950">small basket</a> to corral all those odds and ends like cards, envelopes, stamps, address labels, pens and Sharpie markers. Include washi tape and scissors to dress up the envelopes. Keep a copy of your holiday card list here along with a ruler in case you are hand-addressing envelopes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Tip Two: Embrace technology. </b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Every minute counts during the holiday season, so use technology to maximize your time. Online card services like Minted or Paperless Post allow you to upload your address list so your envelopes can be pre-printed. This leaves extra time for you to write a thoughtful note on your cards. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Avoid the Post Office like the plague! You can order stamps online and have them delivered for $1.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Creatively organize the cards you receive.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Tip Three: Display the cards all season in one of three ways.</b> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Don’t let incoming cards clutter your counter space. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/clothespin-photo-memo-holder/d?productId=11002374&q=clothespin%20memo%20holder">Clothespin Photo / Memo Holder</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/spiral-wreath-card-holder/d?productId=10036484&q=Spiral%20Wreath%20Card%20Holder">Spiral Wreath Card Holder</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/small-rectangular-pandan-basket/d?productId=10028534&q=red%20basket">Decorative Basket</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Tip Four: Toss! But take a photo first. </b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A good organizer is always going to suggest that you recycle the cards. One creative idea is to take a photo of the card first and save it with your friend’s contact information in your phone. Then when they call, their photo pops up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Tip Five: Organize cards you can’t bear to toss.</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Our sentimental side sometimes wins out. The container you use should make it easy for you to read and enjoy the cards in the future. The <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/bigso-white-greeting-card-organizer/d?productId=10010702&q=Bigso%20card%20organizer">Bigso card organizer</a> has tabs that you can use to separate the cards by year. Remember to label the tabs.</span>Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-57325180943620735782016-10-12T04:41:00.000-07:002016-10-12T04:41:21.575-07:00Covetable Closets: Katie Kime’s Austin Oasis<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Fashion, furniture and accessories. Katie Kime (and her
team) somehow do it all. We’ve been in love with her style (and <a href="https://www.katiekime.com/collections/jewelry-accessories">tassel earrings</a>) for
some time. It’s not much of a surprise that Katie’s closet is at the top
of our most coveted list.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First, can we talk about the banana leaf wallpaper? This and more are available from her </span><a href="https://www.katiekime.com/collections/wallpaper" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">line of wallpapers</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The major organizational key here is Katie’s use of space, especially considering the number of windows in the space. The island in the middle of the room provides storage with cubbies below for
shoes and larger accessories. I'm pretty sure there are some pretty amazing
handbags stored down there.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There is plenty of long hanging space for Katie’s collection of
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Moving over to the corner of the space is Katie’s vanity.
When you’ve got room, a vanity is the way to go to make getting dressed so much
easier. Drawers corral small items that tend to make counter tops look
cluttered. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Trays and pretty boxes on top of the island keep accessories
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Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-56541104032176263152016-10-06T04:38:00.000-07:002016-10-06T04:38:40.608-07:00One Junk Drawer, Three Ways<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The thing about junk drawers... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1) Everyone has one. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2) They are easy to keep neat when they look this good. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Our favorite 15 minute organizing task gets elevated with some major style. Why not redo your drawer (<a href="http://urbansimplicitynyc.blogspot.com/2016/09/live-segment-junk-drawer-organizing.html">see four simple steps</a>) and use some of these drawer organizers? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Look One: <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/deep-shallow-metal-drawer-organizers/d?productId=11003870&q=metal%20drawer%20organizers">Colorful Metal Organizers</a> with White Accessories</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Look Two: <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/storage/storage-drawer-organizers/storage-kitchen-drawer-organizers/linus-shallow-drawer-organizers/123d?productId=10018271">Acrylic Organizers</a> with <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/cork-self-adhesive-drawer-shelf-liner/d?productId=10012810&q=cork%20liner">Cork Liner</a> </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Look Three: <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/stackable-bamboo-drawer-organizers/d?productId=10023938&q=bamboo">Bamboo Stackable Organizers</a> with Polka Dot Liner (Pro Tip: That's actually wrapping paper!)</b></span></div>
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Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-84987154400818129002016-09-15T05:39:00.002-07:002016-09-15T05:39:42.556-07:00Live Segment! Junk Drawer Organizing Tips on Fox 19<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The secret is that we no longer want to call it a <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">junk drawer</i>, which gives us permission
to use the drawer as a dumping ground. Think of the space as a <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">utility drawer</i> instead to keep it
organized with the most useful items in your home. So say NO to the junk drawer
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what stays. Hint: only the most useful items. Examples for a kitchen utility
drawer are pens, markers, notepads, scissors, tape, matches, chip clips, tape
measure, paperclips and batteries.</span></div>
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the drawer and clean and wipe down surfaces. Drawer organizers come in two
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items to keep things organized and easy for you and your family to maintain.</span></div>
Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-52508226532766748862016-09-12T06:23:00.002-07:002016-09-12T06:23:23.380-07:00DIY Simplicity Launches for New York City<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Simplicity is now accessible for all New Yorkers! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you tend toward organized but could use some expert advice to get your home in order, DIY Simplicity is for you. We’ll do a full walk through and review all the spaces in your home to develop a custom plan to get you organized. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A two-hour in home consultation </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Measurement of all key spaces</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Design plans to maximize closets or other spaces</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Custom, step-by-step project instructions</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Recommended product list to finish the space</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Unlimited email support</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Cost is $500. Call or email US to get scheduled today.</span>Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-85471334452208471752016-09-07T06:26:00.000-07:002016-09-07T06:26:58.021-07:00Covetable Closets: Rebecca Minkoff’s elfa Dream <div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Fashion designer and New Yorker Rebecca Minkoff’s fabulous
creations aren’t the only items on trend. So is The Container Store’s elfa
closet system. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Minkoff’s marbled walls and glam gold light fixture give her
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A combination of open sloped shelving and pull out racks
keep shoes easily accessible and organized by style. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Elfa wall racks are the perfect way to store small clutches
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Open ventilated shelving and an elfa utility board maximize the additional wall space
for jewelry and accessories storage. We're fans of the <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/acrylic-jewelry-stands/d?productId=10025072&q=lucite%20braclet">acrylic jewelry organizers</a>.</span></div>
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Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-67301562137218562702016-08-30T08:57:00.002-07:002016-08-30T08:57:42.221-07:00Urban Simplicity in Boston<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Please share with anyone in the Boston area who might need a
little organizing love. We’re offering our DIY Simplicity consultation, aka a
total life changer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DIY Simplicity</b> -
If you tend toward organized but could use some expert advice to get your home
in order, this is for you. In this two-hour in home consultation, we'll do a
full walk through and review and take measurements of key spaces. Within two
weeks of the session, you'll receive custom, step-by-step DIY project
instructions to declutter and organize your space. This includes a recommended
product list to finish the space. I'll also provide unlimited email support
following the consultation to help you get it done! Cost is $500. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Availability for Boston sessions is Monday, 9/19, Tuesday,
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Feel free to contact US at kkb@urbansimplicitynyc.com or
call 646-942-8676 at anytime.</span></div>
Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-14590871800863277642016-07-08T08:27:00.000-07:002016-07-08T08:27:25.681-07:00Urban Simplicity in L.A. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hey, L.A. friends! We're taking our talents to the West Coast with sessions starting next week.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Korinne, Urban Simplicity's Organizer-in-Chief, is available for Full Organizing Sessions and DIY Simplicity. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Full Organizing Sessions</b> - This is perfect for anyone with projects they are looking to tackle and have been struggling to do on their own. I generally work in four-hour increments which start with sorting and decluttering and end with a beautifully organized space. Projects could be any closet in the home, a kitchen, kids' playrooms, workspaces, or really any space... I've done it all! Prior to scheduling these sessions, I'll schedule a quick call to discuss the project and review photos of spaces to be organized. At that point, I will provide an estimate of hours to complete the work and get the project scheduled. The hourly rate is $125. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>DIY Simplicity</b> - If you tend toward organized but could use some expert advice to get your home in order, this is for you. In this two-hour in home consultation, we'll do a full walk through and review and take measurements of key spaces. Within two weeks of the session, you'll receive custom, step-by-step DIY project instructions to declutter and organize your space. This includes a recommended product list to finish the space. I'll also provided unlimited email support following the consultation to help you get it done! Cost is $500. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Availability for CA sessions is Tuesday 7/12, Saturday 7/16, Sunday 7/17, Monday 7/18, Tuesday 7/19. At this point both AM and PM sessions are open. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Feel free to contact US at <a href="mailto:kkb@urbansimplicitynyc.com">kkb@urbansimplicitynyc.com</a> or call 646-942-8676 at anytime. </span>Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-82773853993177673822016-06-02T08:02:00.004-07:002016-06-02T08:02:47.768-07:00Live Segment! Travel Tips on Fox 19 Cincinnati<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We were back on Fox 19 last week sharing family friendly travel tips heading into Memorial Day weekend. </span><div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As you book flights, rental cars, and hotels, print the confirmations and drop them in the file. As time passes, continue to include list of restaurants, sites to see, maps, and interesting articles about your destination – anything of interest you come across. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The<b> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/International-Arrivals-Barcelona-Zippered-113-LG-GR/dp/B003Q6VJWI">Barcelona Document Bag</a> </b>is perfect to keep all travel documents organized.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Keep snacks in a <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/kitchen/pantry-organizers/shelf-organizers/tosca-basket-with-wooden-handles/123d?productId=11001950"><b>grab and go bin</b></a> that everyone can access. Pack a water bottle for every family member.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Pack an on-the-go medicine cabinet that is always easy to access when you’re driving. Pack a small supply of bandages, pain reliever, stomach medicine, first aid ointment, sunscreen, hand sanitizer along with a stain removal pen and a <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/travel/bottles-medication/featherlite-first-aid-kit/12d?productId=11002981"><b>small first aid</b></a> and sewing kit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Keep any other items you commonly need for travel in this area – travel size toiletries, chargers, packing checklists, shoe bags, packing cubes, jewelry cases, laundry bags, toiletry bags, and travel adapters. When you’re ready to finally put all items in the suitcase, you’ll have things in one place. </span></div>
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Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-29558825164109922482016-05-24T12:58:00.003-07:002016-05-24T12:58:42.443-07:00Closet Organizing Tips on ABC News<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spring is the perfect time for a closet cleanse to breathe new life into your space. We tackled entryway closet organizing with ABC News. </span><br />
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<a href="http://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/organized-de-cluttering-entryway-closet/story?id=39148648"><b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Video: Decluttering Your Entryway Closet</span></b></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Step One: Pull everything out of the closet.</b> As you pull items out, sort like with like and put clothing and accessories into piles. Put all dresses together, all tops together and so on. The types of clothing you wear most will become clear as you go through this process.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Step Two: Declutter. </b>Now is the time to make tough decisions. Go through each category of clothing and decide what to keep. For items that you aren’t keeping decide if they can be donated, given to a friend or family member or sold. If damaged or worn beyond repair, items should be trashed or put into textile recycling.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Step Three: Come up with an organizing plan.</b> Before putting all the items back in the closet, you want to evaluate the space and how best to organize all the items you’re keeping. Grab a piece of paper and sketch out where and how to store items. Measure the space so you can select the right sized bins, shelving or any other organizational products needed. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Step 5:</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span></i>Consider
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Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-82552175556534007952016-05-09T14:04:00.001-07:002016-05-09T14:04:26.313-07:00US Named New York Magazine's Best of New York 2016<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Just over five years ago, I left the world of politics
(Best. Decision. Ever.) to start my professional organizing company. It’s been an adventure more challenging and rewarding than
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<a href="http://nymag.com/bestofny/services/2016/home-help/#marie-kondo-alternative">New York Magazine’s 2016 Best of New York</a> issue. </b></span></div>
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help me grow the business over the years. Your referrals, online support, and
trust in our services have been the true reason behind our success.</span></div>
Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-71794775272787499842016-05-09T13:51:00.001-07:002016-05-09T13:51:51.933-07:00Closet Makeover Featured on Fox 19 Cincinnati<div class="MsoNormal">
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Check out our two-part makeover of Fox 19 morning anchor
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We had the best time transforming her basic single rod closet design into
a much more sophisticated and organized closet using The Container Store’s <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/elfa/index.htm?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Search&utm_campaign=Elfa|Brand|Exact|Desktop&gclid=CI6tqO3rzcwCFYMkhgodqzkIPA">elfa system</a>. It’s our go-to for affordable, adaptable closet design. </span></div>
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some of my favorite ways to store common closet staples. Many of which I put
to use when organizing Kara’s space. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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– Hang items on <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/closet/hangers/non-slip/navy-huggable-hangers/123d?productId=11002808">matching hangers</a>, organized by type, then color. Consider
separating work wear from weekend wear to make getting dressed in the morning
quicker. Every good closet has a mix of short and long hang. </span></div>
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on open shelving, organized by color. Use a <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/clear-shelf-divider/d?productId=10037179&q=shelf%20divider">shelf divider</a> to keep stacks
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">For belts, hooks are the way to go with a
<a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/elfa/components/elfa-ventilated-shelving/elfa-gliding-tie-belt-rack/123d?productId=10007747">pull-out rack</a> or <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/walnut-12-belt-hardwood-hanger/d?productId=10011720&q=belts">simple hanger</a>.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Ties can be hung on a similar <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/closet/accessory-storage/belts-ties/walnut-24-tie-hardwood-hanger/123d?productId=10011716&green=6d889d17-ae66-40ce-b45d-02aab326c7ae">hook system</a> or
rolled and stored in a shallow drawer – always use drawer organizers and group
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Jewelry – By color and type. The <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/white-elfa-utility-boards/d?productId=10034896&q=elfa%20board">elfa wall system</a> from
The Container Store helps to keep items displayed. Use shallow drawer
organizers for earrings and rings.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Handbags – Treat them like a work of art and
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shelving by color and type is best because it’s always best to see what you
have. Consider using The Container Store <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/closet/shoe-storage/bins-boxes/our-shoe-box/123d?productId=10001753">shoeboxes</a> for dress shoes that are
rarely worn. Bin for flip-flops and quick grab slippers.</span></div>
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– Consider storing lesser used items, like swim suits and baseball caps, in
</span><a href="http://www.containerstore.com/s/open-canvas-bins/d?productId=10010493&q=canvas%20bin" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">coordinated bins</a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> on higher shelving. Don’t forget to label the bins.</span></div>
Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-72324121773388731342016-01-01T08:16:00.000-08:002016-01-01T08:16:00.724-08:00Bring on 2016<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Wishing you a happy, healthy and ORGANIZED 2016! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Korinne and the team at Urban Simplicity</span>Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-63528901768719787772015-11-10T06:15:00.000-08:002015-11-10T06:15:02.137-08:00Before and After: Storage Space for a Fab Family<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You know you’re living the dream when you have a storage
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So when this busy, working mom called, I couldn’t wait to
jump right in. I quickly realized that while the space was fantastic… I mean, a
storage room with a window?! It was going to need some work.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First, the family needed to do a bit of purging. Luckily, they
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Second, they were going to need some shelving
to make the space fully functional. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Enter my favorite solution: the <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/elfa/index.htm"><b>elfa system from The Container Store</b></a>. We designed open shelving along all sides of the room to
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We divided up the two sides of the room with 1) items the family uses on a regular basis on one side and 2) home improvement and renovation items on the other. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Success!</span></div>
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Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-89768081444803413412015-04-23T13:03:00.001-07:002015-04-23T13:03:49.067-07:00Guest Blog Post: Tastehunter by Julie Rath <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's the thing about men and their stuff. They run the extreme. I find that my male clients are either completely obsessed with the detail of their spaces, dislike excess, and generally keep it simple. Or they are the other type of guy. You know, smelly socks and not a care in the world about the state of their space (AKA a hot mess). </span><div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Check out my tips for <b><a href="http://rathandco.com/2015/04/is-your-closet-a-hot-mess-part-2-guest-post-by-korinne-kubena-belock/">keeping common guy things organized</a> </b>over on men's style consultant, Julie Rath's Tastehunter blog.</span></div>
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Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-6425446789333889332015-04-08T04:10:00.000-07:002015-04-08T04:10:49.448-07:00For a Good Cause: Second Chance Toys<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Plastic toys. I know you’ve got ‘em. These sometimes bulky, brightly colored eyesores are covering your living room floor right about now. And don’t even get me started on the action figures. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is where </span><a href="http://www.secondchancetoys.org/" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Second Chance Toys</b></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> comes in and saves the day. Founded in 2006, they rescue and recycle plastic toys for children in need by donating them to community organizations. Bonus: Because non-biodegradable plastic is kept out of our landfills, Second Chance Toys is helping the environment at the same time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The toy guidelines are simple. They collect:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Plastic only </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Clean / gently used </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">No small or missing parts (*Parts that can fit through a toilet paper roll are too small.)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Batteries in toys need to operate</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There collection areas are New York City, Boston, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and across New Jersey. A </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.secondchancetoys.org/metro-drop-locations">full list of donation sites</a> </b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">by area is on their website. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">New York City! Note the </span><a href="http://www.secondchancetoys.org/drop-off-locations?distance[postal_code]=10007&distance[search_distance]=35&metro=New%20York" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Kidville</b></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> donation drive at all locations from May 6 to May 13.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Photographs credits go to Scott Clark Photo via <a href="http://www.domainehome.com/boys-room-decor-furniture-2014/slide5">Domaine</a> and <a href="http://www.100layercakelet.com/">100 Layer Cakelet</a>.</i></span>Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-53141398884204518882015-04-03T05:37:00.000-07:002015-04-03T05:37:44.747-07:00Covetable Closets: Sasha Bikoff’s Tribeca Apartment<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It’s not often that you find a closet in New York City where
you can curl up and take a good nap. That’s what makes interior designer Sasha
Bikoff’s spare bedroom-cum-closet extra covetable.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The dark glossy walls give the room a sophisticated vibe,
while the white built in closet system makes her colorful wardrobe pop.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Taking a closer look at the space, I noticed Sasha has
implemented my go to clothes organizing strategy – grouping items by type, then
color.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Also a favorite strategy, Sasha displays her shoes on open
shelving.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The deep storage bins on high open shelving give the space a
clutter-free, polished look. Here she’s using the <b><a href="http://www.containerstore.com/shop/closet/storageBoxesBins/viewAll?productId=10010493">classic canvas bin</a> </b>from The
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Finally, the low counter space under the window allows for
added lighting and an area to store and display the prettiest jewels.</span><br />
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the beautiful spaces Sasha has designed, visit her <b><a href="http://sashabikoff.com/">website</a></b>. All photography
credits go to Sasha Bikoff Interiors.</span></i></div>
Korinne Kubena Belockhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17600765184088165166noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8342295492631786898.post-73195891667332721122015-03-31T05:28:00.003-07:002015-03-31T05:28:40.221-07:00Toss It Tuesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">5. Old bank statements or income statements you can get online</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. Free giveaways like cozies, pens, or coolers</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. Done having babies? Give away those clothes you’re holding
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. Your pencil collection from junior high (guilty as charged)</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">11. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Gear you never use or can rent on vacation. When was the
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">12. DVDs of movies you can get on Netflix, I’m not even going to
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">13. Notebooks with old notes from past projects</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">14. Kids’ art that doesn’t hold sentimental value</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">15. Crappy hotel shampoo mini bottles</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">16. Expired pantry items</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">17. Mismatched sheets</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">18. Leftovers from last week</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">20. Wire hangers from the dry cleaner. Use <a href="http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/real-simple-reg-slimline-50-count-flocked-suit-hangers/3242505">these</a> instead.</span></div>
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