Decluttering and storage for the new season doesn’t have to be a headache. A storage expert explains how a few simple habits can keep your home feeling organised, calm and ready for whatever’s next.

Jordana Thirlwall is a certified interior designer, organisation and storage expert, and co-founder of Super Easy Storage. With her years of expertise across a range of industries, Jordana is a leading voice in the storage and logistics industry, thanks to her creative approach and innovative solutions that help individuals and businesses optimise their spaces efficiently. Whether tackling cluttered homes or complex commercial spaces, Jordana’s passion ensures seamless and stylish solutions tailored to every need.

As a certified interior designer with plenty of experience with decluttering and storage, I’ve tested many different ways to find the most efficient and effective ways to ‘spring clean’ the home when it’s needed.

Here are my top five expert-approved tips to get your home organised, tidy and stress-free for the season.

Declutter by categories

The first step in spring season prep is to declutter. Whether it’s old winter clothing, appliances or products, taking a strategic approach to decluttering can create a huge difference.

Categorise items into three groups: essentials, non-essentials and disposables.

Essential items are those that are easily accessible, are used daily or have at least been used within the last 3 months. Non-essential items can be stored off-site or donated. And disposables that no longer serve a purpose should be recycled or discarded.

Your home vibe is mirrored by your mind, and decluttering is a breath of fresh air after being in a crowded room. Decluttering can enhance mental clarity and create a relaxing environment for the entire household.

Organise the kitchen for seasonal cooking

Winter brings with it delicious meals that use slow cookers, bakeware and heavy appliances, which can create unnecessary clutter during the spring.

Start with your pantry and take everything out. Throw out expired items, donate food you won’t use and equip yourself with stackable containers to store your ingredients efficiently.

Next, start on your cupboards and categorise your cooking tools according to either ‘daily usage’ or ‘easy accessibility.’ Aim to keep everyday items near eye level or on easy-to-reach middle shelves.

Creating efficiency when reorganising is the key to making the kitchen a calm place for creating the meals you enjoy.

Utilise storage organisers

We are all guilty of throwing things into bathroom drawers and cupboards just so that the benches are clear, but these storage zones need some TLC as well. Choose storage containers and drawer organisers that ensure that your items are stored efficiently.

When organising your bathroom, do so by categories that work for you and your family, whether that be ‘makeup,’ ‘morning skincare’, or ‘dental care.’ This ensures that your equipment works with your routine.

Creating organised storage zones can create an efficient daily routine so you can start and end your day in peace.

Prioritise function

Aim to start decluttering high-traffic areas, whether that be your hallway, living room or bedroom. Doing this will ensure that you will declutter with purpose.

For example, if you begin in the bedroom, look to areas that are commonly used but may be neglected. Is there a nightstand with items sprawled across the top? Is there a chair in the corner of the room piled with clothes? Is there bedding that may be too warm for the season that needs to be washed and stored?

Start in smaller sections and organise these before tackling the bigger tasks. Don’t be afraid to use storage units if some furniture or excess items are taking up space.

Functionality is at the core of your organisation and will create a living environment that flows with how you live.

Embrace the “One In, One Out” method

Creating decluttering habits is essential to maintaining an organised home throughout the year.

Consider trying the ‘One In, One Out’ method, where with every new item you bring into your home, you remove one item to prevent more clutter. This can be a year-long practice that you maintain within your household to ensure piles of unnecessary items don’t build up, creating more work for you in the next seasonal switch.

A new season brings opportunities for renewal, so jump into it by refreshing your home and practising decluttering habits that optimise your space.

What’s the one area of your home you’re desperate to declutter this season?