Hi I’m Lisa, Founder of Hot Mess Organizing and Design. My journey began in the early 2000s when my kids were still small. As a single mom working full time, I become very aware that endless chores and errands were taking precious time away from what was important – spending time with my growing kids!

Overwhelmed by the ever-present chaos in my house, I was barely treading water. One day, I finally had it. I went back to basics, organizing systems in my home (starting with a better morning ritual for my family), before moving onto different parts of the house. As I took a closer look at the deeper issues, I learned how closely my physical clutter was connected with emotional and mental overwhelm, as well as our family habits. The design of our systems at home did not match the design of our daily life!

Soon after I started this personal overhaul, my grandfather passed away. I assisted my grandmother and Aunt with going through their house, preparing for her move and an estate auction. Throughout this difficult process I felt calm and natural, finding balance between emotion and pragmatism. I was happy to see that my sense of calm and gentle systematic approach impacted everyone around me, and realized I had found my calling.

Basking in my new freedom and sense of ease, I dove into professional organizing, investing in professional courses in 2013 so I could help others achieve the same. My company was named in 2015 and today, I help people like you purge, organize, downsize and design systems in your home that work for you and your family. I love helping elderly people go through their stuff so their loved ones don’t have to later. I have a compassionate but firm approach, and will lead you through the steps you need to gain clarity, let go, and design a space and system unique to your needs. Goodbye, hot mess! Hello order, calm, and joy.