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Downsizing. It is an idealistic word for anyone that has more space than they need. It means less cleaning and maintenance costs, access to more culturally rich areas and a shrinking carbon footprint. What is one demographic that has been at the forefront of downsizing? Empty nesters. Visualizing how to actually taking the step to make this change is not easy for everyone, however. Some people have reservations: Where will kids and grandkids stay when they visit? Where can I have my own space to escape to? What about the home office? Taylor Morrison and Hanley Wood teamed up to create the NEXTadventure Home in Orlando, Florida. They set out to answer those questions and ease those doubts. The home features a flex room with transforming furniture. The Giro desk swings out to provide a work surface. The Nuovoliola wall bed provides a sofa during the day and a bed at night. The space also uses plenty of shelving to stay organized. Architect Deryl Patterson of Housing Design Matters was behind the NEXTadventure Home and wrote about her design process for Builder Magazine. Interior Design by Lita Dirks & Co

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AFTER! Children appreciate a well-organized space too! Emma Spring creates easy-to follow guidelines that help kids' keep their rooms tidy!

AFTER! This client needed help streamlining his kitchen, to improve its functionality and to create an inviting space. Smart re-allocation of items and creating "zones" helped!

We eliminated one the the home's original three bedrooms to create an en-suite master bathroom. The homeowners opted for a single sink to maximize counter and storage space in the vanity.

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Every square inch must serve a function when you are downsizing. In this kitchen designer Carol Kornak replaced a desk area (a home office is located in another part of the home) with a beverage center for coffee, wine and other beverages. The location keeps traffic out of the main cooking area and allows guests to help themselves. The cabinets were custom painted a warm off-white to match the existing woodwork throughout the home. The glittery Cambria countertops complement the crystal pendant lights and crystal hardware.

After downsizing from a large Mediterranean style home, an open and airy condo appealed to this client. We created an inviting space by incorporating a light and fresh palette with wallpapers, fabrics, and furniture. Photos done by Adam Ryan Morris at Morris Creative, LLC.

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After the last of the kids went off to college and after downsizing from a larger home, this client was able to reassess her priorities for her living space. • Whole Home Renovation, 1927 Built Home West Newton, MA

AFTER! Extra deep drawers have become a staple in most new kitchens. Emma Spring can advise on how to take the best advantage of these features!

AFTER! This client needed help streamlining his kitchen, to improve its functionality and to create an inviting space. Smart re-allocation of items and creating "zones" helped!

AFTER! Open shelving begs for pretty items! We removed her less-attractive items to a cabinet or drawer to let her handmade pottery take center stage.