New Minimalism: Decluttering and Design for Sustainable, Intentional Living [Hardcover]

The decluttering craze meets a passion for sustainable living and interior design in this gorgeous new book for readers ofThe Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up.

This book promises an opportunity for self-reflection and lasting change, by getting to the bottom of why we've accumulated too much stuff in the first place, therefore allowing us to transform our lives. Professional decluttering and design team Cary and Kyle ofNew Minimalismwill take you through every step, from assessing your emotional relationship to your stuff to decluttering your home to then turning it into a beautifully designed space that feels clean and tidy without feeling sparse or prescriptive. And all of this without filling up a landfill--you'll find resources and strategies to donate and reuse your stuff so you don't have to feel guilty about getting rid of it! Part therapy and part interior design, it’s just the thing to dive into as we seek inspiration for calm and order in the new year.
—San Francisco Chronicle

“This is minimalism for the rest of us…[a] more practical take on the less-is-more lifestyle [that is] more about ending the cycle of “busy” than creating a perfect house.”
—The Washington Post

Fortin, who holds a degree in psychology, and Quilici, who studied interior design, have developed a system based on self-examination that is designed to aid those endeavoring to eliminate too many possessions. ... Using these guidelines may finally provide the means necessary for those struggling to live a clutter-free life.
—Library Journal

Cary Telander Fortin and Kyle Louise Quilici—decluttering professionals with backgrounds in psychology and interior design—delve into why we accumulate so many things, and they offer practical, easy-to-adapt strategies for decluttering and changing habits.
—Houzz