A practical, no-nonsense guide to a system of clutter control based on the 20/10 system: 20 minutes of cleaning followed by a 10-minute break. Not everyone will have a showcase of a home, but you deserve one that brings you happiness, not stress.

Andrew J. Mellen, aka VirgoMan, has created techniques for streamlined living, creating order out of chaos to overwhelmed people everywhere.

"From the editors of Real Simple magazine comes the definitive, clutter-busting, space-maximizing road map to create a happier home. [This book] offers smart solutions and detailed guidance to help you rein in the chaos, no matter how little time you have. This book helps you take control room by room with clear checklists, hundreds of practical tips, and inspiring photographs. Whether you live in a small space or a large one, the editors of Real...

"The 25 small houses presented in Downsize are owned by people who have made a conscious decision to downsize from a larger home to a smaller home--or who just decided to build small in the first place. Some of the houses are new (site-built or prefab), others are remodels. All are 2,000 sq. ft. or less. The featured houses show how to use space efficiently through such strategies as: - creative storage space - multi-purpose rooms - pocket and barn...