Hi, I'm Sam—a Certified Professional Organizer® based in the San Francisco Bay Area and the voice behind Simply Organized. This blog has been my passion project since 2010, and it's where I get to share everything I've learned from organizing hundreds of homes. You'll find real strategies that work in real life, honest product recommendations, project transformations, and the organizing philosophy that guides all my work: maintainable over perfect. Let's create a home that works beautifully for how you actually live.
Sam
It’s go time!
Been a few days since a home improvement update was shared. Don’t get it mixed up, my friends – just because I’ve been quiet does not mean work hasn’t been happening. In fact, there’s been a lot! The biggest one being the demo of those old and disgusting kitchen counters. KITCHEN COUNTERS BEFORE In case […]

As my time in this house nears the end, it’s more important than ever that I’m updating the blog. Regularly…even if it’s just small posts with tiny updates. No matter the project scale, it all matters greatly to me. I’ve mentioned my want to chronicle the journey – for all the reasons already expressed. No […]

Before my home hits the market in a few short weeks, I have a long list of improvements to complete. I’ve carefully chosen the improvements in areas I know will deliver a great ROI. Kitchens and bathrooms, for example, are always a solid place to invest a little money. It’s one of the first spaces […]

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