FAQ

• Should I make a plan before moving into a new home?
  • Absolutely! Making a plan before moving will save you time and energy. It’s essential to develop a floor plan for your key pieces and have a general layout idea for your new space.
• How can I get inspired for interior design during a move?
  • Gathering inspiration from sources like Pinterest, creating mood boards, and seeking help from online interior design services can help you update your style and create a beautiful space that reflects your personal taste.
• How can I declutter before moving into a new home?
  • Take stock of your possessions and only keep items that truly spark joy. Consider selling or donating items that you no longer need or love. Setting up boxes for items to move, donate, or trash can help streamline the decluttering process.
• Is it worth getting professional help with moving?
  • Professional moving services can save you time and make the moving process easier. Services like packing, unpacking, and even TV installation can help you focus on design decisions and settling into your new home.
• How can I get expert design advice for my new home?
  • Working with an interior designer can help you create a cohesive and stylish home that suits your budget and personal style. Collaborating with a designer can make the design process easy and enjoyable.

Prepare for moving into a new home

Moving into a new space can be stressful but it can also be the perfect time to make a fresh start when it comes to your interior design and setting up your new home. Maybe you’ve been holding onto those hand-me-down furniture pieces that do not necessarily fit your style or that drawer of takeout utensils is surprisingly full (hypothetically, of course), and you do not know what to do with.

Here are 6 pro tips to make sure your move is a total success.

Make a plan

Before you unload boxes and move everything in, it helps to develop a basic floor plan for your key pieces. Measure the area and simply sketch out the main items on a piece of paper. Leave the accessories and smaller items for later on, but you will want to have a general idea of where things will go. Not only will this save you time and energy, but having a layout will give you a clearer understanding of your next steps.

Get Inspired

Moving offers a wonderful opportunity to update your style. Start by gathering inspiration from places like Pinterest. Create a mood board of some of your favorite designs using a mood board builder like Canva, pin room images you love and products that really speak to you. The more you pin, the more your personal style will begin to emerge.

Look at some of your favorite retailers for more inspiration or get professional help with an online interior design service to create a beautiful room in your style and budget.

Spark joy

Take stock of your possessions. Now is the time to pare down to the things you truly love.

Channel your inner Marie Kondo and decide if your items truly spark joy. If it does not, its probably time to find it a new home. Not in love with the sofa you currently have but do not necessarily have the budget for a new one? Sell your existing sofa on Craigslist and hunt around for one you there are some real finds out there. If you find you’ve acquired a lot of stuff over the years, a junk removal company can be a lifesaver.

Declutter

Moving is the perfect time to get rid of that outdated bedding and mismatched dishes.

There is no sense in packing a bunch of items that you do not need or even want in your new home. We find it helpful to set up three boxes while packing: move, donate, and trash. Look at your items with an editors eye and remember to only move the items that you either need or love. Donate anything that is outdated or a little tired and either trash or recycle all of the other items.

Help is on the way

Save yourself the headache and get professional help with a moving service so you are free to focus on the design decisions.

There are a number of great services these days including UPack. In addition to the traditional moving and storage options, they will also pack and unpack for you. Some services will even install your TV so you are ready to unpack your wine glasses and relax on night one.