Beyond the fad: Space decluttering and organizing

It's that time of the year again when people look forward to a fresh start, and want less stuff around their homes and work spaces.

The year 2019 saw a rise in space decluttering trends thanks in part to the Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo, a show which featured ways to get rid of clutter and popularized the "KonMari" method, and the morbidly sounding cleaning method "Swedish death cleaning" which is based on a book written by Margareta Magnusson.

In a UCLA Center on Everyday Lives and Families (CELF) study shared by Houselogic, it found that clutter greatly affects the mood and self-esteem of a person. Consequently, decluttering provides benefits that are crucial for a person's mental wellness. In an article written by Alice Boyes for Pschology Today, she listed six benefits of decluttering, including anxiety and tension reduction, and improved confidence and self-efficacy.

There is no slowing down the organizing and decluttering trend as the year 2020 begins. Home organization products' sales are projected to grow nearly $20 billion by 2021 according to an article provided by Packaged Facts. Here are home and office organizing trends to look forward to this year and for the years to come.

Modular & Space-saving

In a survey conducted by by Offers.com, it listed the top items used for decluttering projects which include bins and containers (44%), shelves and racks (16 %) organizers and dividers (14%), boxes (11%), storage furniture (8 %) and hangers (5%). Furthermore, it added that sentimental items, papers, clothing, toys and leisure items, books and electronic products were the main source of home clutter. The decluttering trend has led to 64 percent of surveyed participants to say that they would shop less or more mindfully.

Instagram-worthy

The web does not just provide articles on how to declutter homes and offices, but it's also turning into a platform for users to show off their Instagram-worthy cleaning and organizing snaps, or build a following by showcasing their decluttering ideas through photos just like the users featured in this article by TLC.

Minimalist

Minimalism is based on the philosophy that less is more. Although not a new concept, more and more people, especially millennials, are picking up on this trend and seeking out a minimalist lifestyle.

Multipurpose

Multi-use storage products makeit easier for people to declutter and find what they are looking for faster. Some products offer multiple compartments while others feature portability and folding capabilities.

At Global Sources, buyers can conveniently source from wide-ranging catalog of storage and organizing products for homes and offices, starting with the standout selections below from Verified Suppliers:

Eco-friendly storage basket

Company: Qingdao Wanfeng Handwork Co. Ltd

Made of eco-friendly paper and steel, this model WF-001-6028 storage basket comes in 31x21x17cm, 26x16x14cm or custom dimensions and colors.

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Wooden storage box with handles

Company: Qingdao Yinlongfei Handicraft Co. Ltd

This eco-friendly wooden storage box with handles, WB18002 model, comes in silk-screened prints and custom colors.

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Laundry basket with drawstring closure

Company: Linshu Xinxi Artwares Co. Ltd

The AS60005-D model is a 40x50cm foldable laundry basket with PE coating and drawstring closure to protect clothes against dusts.

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1L glass bottle in custom animal designs

Company: Hebei Cangzhou New Century Foreign Trade Co. Ltd

This transparent glass container, Cow BF05 model, has a 1L capacity and comes in buyer-specified animal designs.

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Customizable gift box made of MDF, kraft paper

Company: Xiamen Raydeng Paper Craft & Art Co. Ltd

This cardboard gift box, RD6026 model, is available in 30x21.9x4.6cm or buyer-specified dimensions, CMYK, Pantone or custom colors and laminated gloss, UV-coated, hot-stamped or embossed designs. It is made of fabric, color, kraft or art paper and gray board.

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PU leather wallet

Company: Guangzhou Yingze Leather Co. Ltd

Made of PU leather, the model R801 wallet has pockets for coins and smartphones, and card slots. It comes in various colors and custom logos.

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A4 file folder with compartments, enclosure

Company: Guangzhou Leepie Leather Products Co. Ltd

Made of water- and dust-resistant faux leather, this file folder, PAF-02model, integrates card slots, document pocket, pen loop and refillable A4 papers. Custom logos and designs are available.

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Drawstring pouch for mobile phones

Company: Shenzhen Xingyeda Packing Product Co. Ltd

For mobile phones and small gift items, this eco-friendly muslin drawstring pouch, XYD-C4 model, comes in custom sizes, colors and logos.

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Water-resistant courier mail bag

Company: Dongguan Guilai New Material Technology Co. Ltd

Adopting water- and tear-resistant materials and pressure-sensitive adhesive, this eco-friendly courier mail bag, VPMB1-0043 model, comes in custom sizes, prints and colors.

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Cosmetic bag in clear holographic design

Company: V.Star (HK) Industrial Development Co. Ltd

The model VS-190903 cosmetic bag is made of eco-friendly holographic PVC and TPU. It comes in embossed design, and 25x11x5cm or custom dimensions.

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