Maybe you just moved in. Maybe you've been here for years and it still doesn't feel settled. Either way, you know something needs to shift, but the thought of starting feels like too much.
That is where I come in.
Kitchens are often smaller than you would like, or just laid out in a way that does not match how you actually cook. I can help you figure out what fits, what to store elsewhere, and how to set up a kitchen that makes daily life easier.
A workspace that works with your brain changes how your whole day feels. Whether you are setting up for the first time or reclaiming a corner that became a dumping ground, we can create something functional, calm, and yours.
A closet that works makes it easy to get dressed without digging. I can help you sort through what still fits your life, set up a system that keeps what you reach for most within easy sight, and figure out storage that actually holds what you have.
Books, records, art supplies, stationery, memorabilia. The things that make a home feel like you, but that can quickly become overwhelming to manage. I help you find a way to display and store what you love without the visual noise that makes it hard to think.
Children who are neurodivergent, sensory sensitive, or just easily overwhelmed need spaces designed for their brains, not just their age. I have worked with many families to create rooms that support routines, reduce meltdowns, and give kids a place that genuinely feels safe to them.
The attic, spare room, or any space that became a holding area for everything without a home. We work through it together using the SAFE framework so nothing gets tossed that should stay, and nothing stays that is quietly weighing on you.
We start with a free 20-minute video call. Share your space with me, tell me what is not working, and I will give you a sense of what we can accomplish together and how long it will take. It also gives us both a chance to make sure it feels like a good fit.
In-person sessions are available within about an hour of Heemstede via bus or train. For those further away, virtual sessions are available worldwide.
We talk through what is and is not working, and use a simple framework I call SAFE to help you decide what stays and what goes. If you have just moved, we can also look at what your new space could use, since downsizing before a move often means filling a few gaps once you land, sometimes even with an upgrade. Then I help you source the right organizing tools and containers so everything is ready before you begin.
Organizing and planning have always been part of my joy ever since falling in love with planners, notebooks, and rearranging my room as a teen. I have also moved quite a bit in my life and love that feeling of setting up a new fresh space, which turned into helping others create not only that newness, but also the relaxed usability so it feels inviting and safe to move through your day.
I have AuDHD (autism + ADHD), so I understand firsthand what it feels like to be uncomfortable and frustrated in a workspace or home, and the need to turn it into something calm and intuitive, without the pressure of picture-perfect.
When we drastically downsized and moved to the Netherlands last year, I set up our home from scratch, new systems, new containers, new organizational supplies, all of it. I loved having that fresh start with so much less, and the chance to reorganize everything with fresh eyes instead of working around years of accumulated stuff and habits.
You don't need to get rid of everything and become a minimalist, but you do need to clear out what doesn't work so you can easily get to what does. Whether you just moved in or have been in your home for a decade, I love supporting my clients to create flow in their everyday lives.
You're not alone ✨
Book a free 20-minute video call and let's figure out where to begin. No prep required, no pressure or judgment.
Sessions are €80 per hour. In-home sessions have a three-hour minimum, plus a travel fee based on distance. VAT is charged for clients already in the EU. US clients are not charged VAT.
Organizing products such as bins and containers may need to be ordered ahead of time and sent to your home before our session.
Based in the Netherlands (CET).
Additional questions? Feel free to email me anytime at katie@createmysanctuary.com.
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