Synergistic Sunday: Styled Spaces, Unstyled Mornings
Every morning, without fail, my kids act like getting ready is a brand-new concept—as if we didn’t just do this whole routine yesterday. And the day before that. And the hundred before that.
It’s like watching a beautifully curated entryway where everyone forgets what a shoe basket is for. Or a mudroom where mud has declared a full-on rebellion.
Despite having an organized space (color-coded hooks, labeled bins, and yes—a decorative tray that’s supposed to hold keys), we still have that daily theatrical performance: “Mom, where’s my backpack?!” “Has anyone seen my other shoe?!” Cue dramatic fainting across the hallway bench.
As a designer, I believe in form meeting function—but some days, function feels like it got lost in the laundry with the missing socks.
But here’s the beauty: even in the chaos, our homes hold the rhythm of our lives. That routine—messy, loud, repetitive—is part of what makes a house feel alive. It’s not about perfection; it’s about creating spaces that support the beautiful unpredictability of real life.
Synergistic Tip of the Week: Design your mornings the way you design your rooms—make space for both the structure and the surprises.
A well-placed bin or drawer can’t solve everything, but it might just make the repeat performance a little smoother. And if not? At least the space looks good in the process.
Let the routine be a little ridiculous. Lean into it, laugh at it, and find the joy in the chaos. After all, the rerun might just be your favorite episode.
