This Contemporary Redesign is Every Organizer’s Dream

The previous entryway wasn’t doing this home any favours. And while designer Jillian Harris couldn’t change the overall layout, she did help to define the area with a small welcome mat and a space-saving shoe storage unit featuring an initial for each family member on its cabinet doors. Two stainless steel key-catchers above add a modern touch.

Fresh paint and an oversized sectional brighten up the living room, transforming it into a luxurious and contemporary hangout. A matching armchair provides extra seating, while a large picture window allows for plenty of natural light to come through.

We love the fireplace’s simple white stone surround, which ties into the rest of the room’s neutral scheme. The two panels above cleverly conceal a flatscreen TV and are flanked by built-in storage units complete with a customized pull-out desk.

These open wood shelves add instant design appeal without taking up much real estate. Now Randi and Neil have bonus space to store their family’s belongings and knickknacks in a thoughtful and artistic way.

This table, complete with an artful wooden bench, helps to define the open-concept dining room while offering plenty of seating. Now, the family can easily entertain with more than enough room for guests. The pretty wire-brushed flooring throughout allows for an easy flow from one room to the next.

The design team added decorative trim to the dining room wall, which lends architectural interest and creates an elegant accent wall. The large painting also gives the room a modern gallery-like effect. Meanwhile, another large window maximizes the natural light, with a large potted plant in the corner completing the look.

The heart of the house is located off the dining room, where the hardwood flooring continues and bright new countertops and colourful cabinets catch the eye. New stainless-steel appliances and a brilliant walk-out leading to the backyard polish off the space.

The built-in storage unit above the new farmhouse sink adds tons of function and an interesting design element. It’s a great way to separate dishes while also keeping the space from feeling too boxed in with too many solid cabinets.

By alternating between solid and glass doors (as well as open shelves), Jillian added an artistic touch to this kitchen that draws the eye and opens up the space in all the right ways.

Jillian extended the cabinets as high as they could go, and while they don’t actually reach the ceiling, you barely notice thanks to the painted trim in the same colour as the doors.

We love the mosaic design of this backsplash, which feels modern and sleek thanks to its neutral palette.

We’re never ones to underestimate the power of a statement light fixture – and neither is Jillian. This model adds an industrial, outdoorsy vibe to the kitchen while still keeping with the space’s contemporary aesthetic.

In order to max out on storage for this family, Jillian repositioned a few closets and added this brilliant customized unit, which takes up zero space yet offers tons of organizing potential.

Everything from linens to toiletries and other random items the family might need to tuck away store easily on these oversized shelves, simplifying the family’s everyday lives and creating a little more serenity.

In order to give Randi and Neil a sanctuary away from the chaos of it all, Jillian redesigned this crafty bedroom with a beautiful feature wall made of white-washed barn board.

Tons of natural light streams through the extended window to play off the creams and whites of the furniture and textiles. And when the sun goes down? The funky gold wall-mounted reading lamps do the trick.

Jillian opted for a whole lot more than standard night tables. The designer cleverly extended the look all the way to the ceiling by attaching custom built-in open shelves that seamlessly flow into the design of the feature wall.

A small gold mirror hung above a pretty timeworn hutch serves as a dressing table for Randi, with a contemporary lamp and interesting tray adding tons of design appeal to the overall look.

Jillian even added extra organizing solutions to the couple’s closet. While Randi and Neil did decide to list their home in the end to gain more space (and another bathroom!), we’re sure this house won’t be on the market for long. It is, after all, the perfect place to conquer clutter once and for all.