9 New Year's Resolutions for Your Home

As we step into the New Year, it’s the perfect time to set goals—not just for yourself, but for your home too. Your living space is an extension of your life and deserves some love and attention to make it more functional, beautiful, and inspiring. Here are 9 New Year’s resolutions for your home to help you reflect on how our homes serve us and consider fresh ways to refine them.

1. Declutter and Organize

Decluttering, organizing and rethinking are always my top tasks. It's impossible to make a chaotic space beautiful and inviting. So much of our happiness is tied to our environment; it's no wonder home projects often appear on our New Year's resolutions and start with this first task.

Why: A clutter-free home promotes peace of mind and enhances functionality.

How: Start small. Focus on one drawer, closet, or room at a time. Donate items you no longer use and invest in stylish storage solutions that complement your home’s aesthetic.

Designer Tip: Use decorative baskets, labeled bins, or built-in cabinetry to keep your home looking polished while staying organized.

2. Create a Cleaning Routine

Your home will feel and smell good, and your everyday activities will be more pleasurable.

Why: Regular upkeep keeps your home looking its best and reduces stress.

How: Develop a schedule for daily, weekly, and monthly tasks. For instance, make your bed every morning, vacuum weekly, and deep clean carpets or upholstery seasonally.

Designer Tip: Incorporate beautifully designed cleaning tools that you won’t mind leaving out, like a chic broom set or a stylish storage caddy.

3. Refresh Your Furniture & Décor Items

There are always a few rooms that have fallen off our radar when it comes to our home design; focus on those rooms - furniture pieces that are too big or too small for your space, replace anything that's broken, uncomfortable or doesn't go with the rest of your home. It's not just about decor, but making the space warmer and more in line with your interior design style.

Why: Small updates can breathe new life into your space.

How: A new mattress set and new crisp luxury sheets to improve your sleeping space. Swap out throw pillows, update your art, or add new textures like a cozy throw or woven rug. Rearranging furniture is another easy and free way to transform a room.

Designer Tip: Incorporate seasonal colors and trends sparingly to keep your home feeling current without compromising its timeless appeal.

4. Prioritize Energy Efficiency

Why: Energy-efficient homes are better for the environment and your wallet.

How: Replace outdated light bulbs with LEDs, seal drafts, and consider upgrading to energy-efficient windows or appliances.

Designer Tip: Install dimmer switches to control lighting levels and create ambiance while saving energy.

5. Add More Greenery

Everybody who knows me can tell how much I love plants and incorporate them into interior design. Plants are an excellent way to bring life and energy to interiors. There's nothing like lush greenery brightening up a living space, plus plants' positive impact on our health and wellbeing is well documented. 

Why: Plants enhance air quality and create a welcoming atmosphere.

How: Start with low-maintenance options like pothos, fiddle-leaf figs, or snake plants. Group plants of varying heights together for visual interest.

Designer Tip: Use stylish planters that match your overall design—ceramic pots for modern spaces or woven baskets for a boho vibe.

6. Personalize Your Space

Your home should reflect you! Avoid trends that don’t resonate with you and focus on items, colours, and layouts that make you happy and comfortable. Personalizing your home is an ongoing process—let it evolve as you do!

Why: Your home should tell your story and reflect your personality.

How: Showcase meaningful artwork, family photos, or heirlooms. Custom furniture or built-ins can also make your space feel uniquely yours.

Designer Tip: Layer personal touches with neutral foundational pieces for a balanced look that’s neither cluttered nor impersonal.

7. Repurpose Spaces to Fit Your Lifestyle

Do you have a room in your home that’s rarely used? Many homes have unused spaces that seem to serve no clear purpose, or the original purpose no longer aligns with your lifestyle. With some creativity, you can repurpose unused spaces into something more useful that improves your home’s functionality and creates an environment that supports your needs and interests.

Why: Intentional and purposeful spaces increase comfort and potential to serve your lifestyle.

How: Define and identify areas that are underutilized and create a new use for those areas; this could be a guest bedroom that is rarely used, an empty corner in the living room, a play area for kids, or even an awkward nook under the stairs.

Designer Tip: With thoughtful planning and creativity, repurposing spaces can make your home more functional and better suited to your lifestyle.

8. Invest in Quality Pieces

Embracing the long-lost art of handmade, custom interiors that will stand the test of time. The good news is that you don’t have to replace an entire room with custom furniture to embrace a more bespoke design. Start small with some tailored window treatments, reupholster an old chair, a new rug, or get yourself a beautiful piece of art to transform any room.

Why: High-quality furniture and decor last longer and elevate your home’s overall look.

How: Focus on timeless staples like a well-made sofa or dining table. Choose pieces that are both durable and versatile to get the most out of your investment.

Designer Tip: Mix high-quality anchor pieces with affordable accents to balance your budget and style.

9. Make Your Home Guest-Ready

Whether guests are staying for an hour or a week, you want to know how to ensure your home is always ready, avoid that stress, and welcome them with a smile.

Why: A welcoming home sets the stage for memorable gatherings.

How: Keep extra linens, fresh flowers, and a well-stocked pantry on hand. Ensure your guest room or sofa bed is cozy and inviting.

Designer Tip: Create a welcoming entryway with a stylish console table, a mirror, and a tray for keys or small items.

Start Your Home’s New Year Journey

Your home is a reflection of your life, and the New Year is the perfect opportunity to enhance its beauty and functionality. By setting these resolutions, you can transform your space into one that’s cohesive, customized, and truly enjoyable. Ready to get started? Let’s make this the year your home becomes everything you’ve dreamed of—and more.