2026 Resolutions for your home

ByLynne Greene Interiors
new year

Here are New Year’s resolutions for your home—practical, motivating, and easy to stick with

Declutter & Simplify

  • One drawer a month: Small wins add up fast.
  • Edit before you organize: Let go of what you don’t use or love.
  • Create a “drop zone”: A dedicated spot for keys, bags, and mail to reduce daily clutter.

Refresh Without Renovating

  • Repaint one room or wall: A fresh neutral or soft color can change everything.
  • Update lighting: Swap in warmer bulbs or add a lamp for instant coziness.
  • Change textiles seasonally: New throw pillows, curtains, or rugs = low-effort refresh.

Make Your Home Work Better

  • Upgrade storage: Baskets, drawer dividers, and shelf risers where clutter builds.
  • Rethink room function: Make sure each space supports how you actually live.
  • Create one “calm corner”: A chair, good light, and a side table—nothing else required.

Be More Sustainable

  • Use what you already own first before buying new.
  • Switch to reusable basics: Cleaning cloths, storage containers, water bottles.
  • Add one plant: Improves air quality and mood.

Prioritize Comfort & Joy

  • Invest in one quality piece: Something you’ll use daily (chair, bedding, cookware).
  • Display meaningful items: Photos, travel finds, or art you love.
  • Make evenings cozier: Candles, dim lighting, soft music—build in rituals.

Stay On Top of Maintenance

  • Seasonal checklists: HVAC filters, smoke detectors, grout, caulking.
  • Fix small annoyances: That squeaky door or loose knob—finally.

Mindset Shift

  • Progress, not perfection: Homes are lived in, not showrooms.
  • Design for real life: Kids, pets, guests, messes—it all counts.

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