CBR Life Designs has been serving clients since 2017, creating curated, beautiful, and highly functional homes. Guided by the Swedish concept of Death Cleaning, our work is rooted in intentional living and thoughtful letting go. We help you gain peace of mind today while reducing future burdens and unanswered questions for your loved ones.
What legacy will you leave behind?
Our Organizing Process
No matter what space we’re working in—closet, kitchen, garage, craft room, home office, bonus room, basement, or a full pre/post-move project—our process follows the same calm, supportive structure. Here’s what you can expect when you work with us:
1. Discovery & Consultation
Every project begins with a conversation.
We’ll start with a brief consultation (in-home or virtual) to:
Learn about your space and how you currently use it
Understand your goals, frustrations, and priorities
Clarify who uses the space (kids, guests, partners, clients, etc.)
Discuss your style, preferences, and budget for any organizing products
From there, we outline a plan so you know exactly what we’ll be working on and in what order.
2. Declutter & Edit (Always Judgment-Free)
Next, we gently take the “overwhelm” out of your space.
Together, we will:
Sort items into clear categories (keep, relocate, donate, sell, recycle, discard)
Identify broken, duplicate, expired, or no-longer-needed items
Decide what truly supports your current life, routines, and goals
You stay in control of all final decisions. Our role is to guide, simplify, and keep the process moving—never to judge.
3. Space Planning & System Design
Once we know what’s staying, we design a space that actually works for you.
We:
Create zones based on how the space is used (work, play, storage, entertaining, etc.)
Plan layouts for furniture, storage, and high-use areas
Determine where daily essentials will live vs. long-term storage
Consider safety, accessibility, and the flow of your home
For moves and home inventory projects, this also includes packing strategy, inventory structure, and how your items will translate into your new space.
4. Storage Solutions & Product Recommendations
Then, we build the structure that keeps things tidy long-term.
Depending on your space and needs, we may:
Use your existing bins, baskets, shelves, and furniture
Recommend new products that suit your style and budget
Create simple, intuitive organizing systems for every category
Incorporate labels (where helpful) so everyone knows where items belong
In move-related or inventory projects, this includes an organized box/labeling system and digital or written inventory documentation.
5. Hands-On Organization & Setup
This is where the transformation really happens.
We:
Put everything into its new “home” based on the plan we’ve created
Arrange items by category and frequency of use
Set up kid-friendly or guest-friendly zones where needed
Tidy and style surfaces and storage so the space looks and feels calm
For post-move services, this also includes unpacking, placing items in logical locations, and setting up functional rooms from day one.
6. Finishing Touches & Functional Styling
We want your space to be both beautiful and truly livable.
We’ll:
Refine details so the space feels cohesive and uncluttered
Style shelves, counters, and surfaces with a “less but better” approach
Offer suggestions for lighting, décor placement, and simple upgrades that support ease and comfort
Every space is personalized to your aesthetic—not a one-size-fits-all look.
7. Walk-Through & Maintenance Tips
Before we wrap up, we make sure you feel confident and in control.
We’ll walk you through your new systems and show you:
Where everything lives and why it’s there
How to use your new zones day-to-day
Simple daily and weekly reset routines
Easy guidelines for what comes into (and stays in) each space
For home inventory and moving services, we also provide your digital documentation and show you how to access, share, and update it.
8. Optional Ongoing Support
Life changes—and your home does, too.
If you’d like, we can provide:
Seasonal refreshes (post-holiday, back-to-school, before/after big life changes)
Annual or periodic inventory updates
Follow-up visits to tweak systems as your routines evolve
Additional room-by-room projects as you’re ready
Our Promise
Throughout every step, our approach is:
Supportive and judgment-free
Customized to your home, family, and goals
Designed for real life—easy to maintain, not fussy or rigid
Whether we’re organizing a single closet or guiding you through an entire move, our process is all about creating functional, peaceful spaces that truly support the way you live.
Meet the Team
emily van orden
Founder & lead organizer
caydee dickson
organizer & design Associate
What People Are Saying
I am thoroughly impressed with Emily’s honesty, professionalism, work ethic, commitment, knowledge, and ability. She knows what resources to use and when and how. She has invested into the tools to be effective and valuable. She does what she says she is going to do…. Using Clutterbug Rescue has added value to my life and was more than worth the investment.
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— Christine W.
Emily quickly understands the scope of the project, applies a tried and true system and gives her clients easy to complete “homework” to make the new system and new organizational habits stick…She is articulate, efficient, and an absolute pleasure to be with. I couldn’t be more excited to recommend this professional organizer to you!
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— Dani S.
Emily was very professional and was very easy to work with. I would recommend her services to anyone.
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— Julie S.
Prompt service, very well done, and great customer service.
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— Cathy M.

