the I+D blog

Building LEGO sets is fun, but where do you put them all once they're built? I've got mindful prompts and resourceful solutions to help you out!

Whether your kid likes LEGO sets or prefers to build from their imagination, there are always plenty of pieces (bricks, plates, tiles, slopes, etc.) to put away after play. Check out the savvy storage solutions that are working well for us!

Turns out, planning a kid’s birthday party has a lot in common with designing and organizing your home. Here are five parallels, and the one MUST for making both processes smoother and easier for everyone!

Back-to-school season is A LOT. Here are 2 simple strategies for a smoother, less stressful school year, plus a tangible FREEBIE download to help you along the way.

There’s something magical about summertime. Plus, it’s the one season where you can use and appreciate every part of your home, inside and out. Here are some of the little moments we're loving to do this summer, at home and in our community.

We spent 8 days exploring the four O'ahu shores, taking in the sun, sea, and culture of that magical place. Rather than splashing this post with a highlight reel, I wanted to share four travel tips I tried that worked and one big life lesson I learned for future family trips.

We've been eager to reimagine this closet for a while, but executing a DIY requires time and PATIENCE (spoiler: we're almost there!).

When stressed, frustrated, or anxious, organizing can serve as a wellness practice that lets you pause and choose what happens next.

Lots of closet space sounds dreamy until clutter takes over. This is where the Rao family found themselves when they reached out to me!