Living Space Hacks

Welcome to Downsize Time's lifestyle blog! We believe in living big, but in a smaller space. Our blog is all about how you can achieve a minimalist lifestyle while still enjoying life's luxuries. From decluttering your home to finding joy in the simple things, our blog will help you embrace minimalism in your everyday life. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the read.

How to Use (and Not Use) Mirrors to make your Small Space Look Bigger

We recently stayed in a small Airbnb that was filled with mirrors. Lots and lots of mirrors. I assume the owner was trying to make the...

Living Space Hacks

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Streamlining Your Entertainment: A Guide to Downsizing to Lower Your TV Bill

For many of us, a major goal of downsizing is saving money. So downsizing your TV bill should really be on the table. From cable TV to...

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365 Days to Declutter: Daily January Assignments to Get You Organized

If you're like me, time is starting to pass really quickly. So 365 days to get decluttered should be a piece of cake! We've crafted a...

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10 Brilliant Amazon Finds that Make Decluttering and Downsizing Easier

Buying more stuff to make getting rid of stuff easier? That's something I've been struggling with in my decluttering and downsizing...

Storage Hacks

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3 min read

Downsizing Santa! 25 Clever Gifts for Friends Living in Small Spaces

Have you ever opened a gift from a well-meaning friend and your first thought was "Where the heck am I going to put this?" Don't be that...

Kitchen Hacks

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Check Out These 11 Must-Haves When You Design Your Smaller Home

I've found that even the thought of moving from a large home to a much smaller space can be really intimidating. But look at it as a...

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Deck the (Downsized) Halls: 7 Small Christmas Tree Options for Big Cheer

My husband has been trying to downsize our Christmas for years. He would be happy to pull our old ceramic Christmas tree out of a box and...

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Downsizing with Dogs: What to look for in the Perfect Pooch-Friendly Pad

We have a big issue complicating our downsizing plans. Actually, it's three issues. Our 3-pack of dachshunds. They are enjoying their...

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Navigating the downsizing adventure with kids: A guide to simplifying family life in a smaller home

You may think that the biggest financial commitment you'll ever make is buying a home. But the reality is that for most people, it's...

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Here are 9 things modern RV living can teach us about downsizing

We have some good friends who just spent three years touring the country in an RV (recreational vehicle). They loved it. And while we...

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Successfully hosting the holidays in your smaller, downsized home

My husband and I both come from big families, so we're used to hosting lots of folks at the holidays. We love big dinners and crowds...

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Small space gardening: Cultivating green joy in downsized spaces

I don't exactly have a green thumb. But I do love dotting my home with potted plants and I really love seeing plants thriving on our...

Outdoor Space Hacks

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Embracing tranquility - sound deadening in smaller spaces

When we first considered downsizing, my mind immediately went to my college apartment and the constant noise from four roomates. But...

Planning

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Murphy Bed vs. Pull-Out Couch - Which is Best for Guests?

We were faced with a downsizing dilemma: Choose the one-bedroom condo with a small office for guests or spend $100k+ more for the two...

Bedroom Hacks

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