Welcome to another episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast" with your host, Gabriella Joustra. Today, we have a distinguished guest, Dr. Nikki Weiner, a renowned occupational therapist and lead ergonomic specialist.   Dr. Weiner, a licensed occupational therapist, and president of The Rising Workplace, heads a global team of skilled ergonomic specialists providing services to diverse work environments. With her extensive expertise and certification, she excels...

Welcome to another episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast" with host Gabriella Joustra. Today, Gabriella is joined by sanitation and hygiene expert Vivian Victor. With extensive experience in WASH initiatives, Vivian's passion for promoting cleanliness and hygiene in households shines through.   In this episode, Gabriella and Vivian explore "Good and Bad Habits Related to Sanitation Management at Home." They clarify the difference between sanitation and...

In this episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast," host Gabriella Joustra welcomes Sotirios Papathanasiou, an esteemed air quality expert, to shed light on the impact of poor indoor ventilation on both our health and performance. With extensive experience in the field of environmental issues, particularly indoor air quality, Sotirios is a strong advocate for clean air initiatives and has authored four books on air pollution for adults and kids.   Sotirios's...

In this episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast," host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Sarah Renner, an expert in organizing with kids. With a background in education and a firsthand understanding of the challenges that come with motherhood, Sarah founded the "Organized With Kids" Blog and developed the Sarah's Sort Method to provide moms with simple strategies and support in dealing with the stuff that accompanies raising children. After recognizing the need...

Welcome to another captivating episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast. In this enlightening discussion, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by the esteemed Lisa Woodruff, founder, and CEO of Organize 365®. With a steadfast mission to teach people of all ages the learnable skill of organizing, Lisa empowers individuals to unlock their time and channel their focus toward their unique strengths and passions.   Renowned as the host of the highly-rated Organize 365®...

Welcome to a new episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast!" Host Gabriella Joustra is joined by the esteemed Adrian Ramsay, founder of Adrian Ramsay Design House and the host of the TALKdesign podcast. With over 20 years of experience as a renowned building designer and entrepreneur, Adrian brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the conversation.   As the visionary behind Adrian Ramsay Design House (ARDH), Adrian is known for his innovative luxury new...

Welcome to an insightful episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast." Join host Gabriella Joustra as she engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Piers Steel, a distinguished professor of psychology and organizational behavior at the esteemed Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary. With his Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and unparalleled expertise, Dr. Steel stands as a leading authority on the fascinating subject of...

In this episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast," host Gabriella Joustra sits down with Mike Sawchuk, a consultant and coach in the professional cleaning industry, to share his expertise on the topic of "Common Housekeeping Mistakes and the Proper Way to Clean Your Home."   Mike has over 30 years of leadership experience in the industry and has worked with companies of all sizes throughout North America. During the episode, Gabriella and Mike discuss the...

In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra and Chad Warren, co-founder and funder of United Tiny Homes, delve into the topic of "Back Yard Riches: Creating Wealth By Alleviating the Affordable Housing Crisis." Chad, who has 25 years of experience in commercial brokering and real estate development, is also a social impact investor, dealmaker, and transformational business leader.   Together, Gabriella and Chad explore the purpose...

Welcome to "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast." In this episode, we have a special guest, Kimberly, who is a water and sanitation specialist with over a decade of experience in plumbing. As the founder and principal of FLUSH LLC, a social consulting firm, Kimberly has worked in various countries and sectors, from local government to international NGOs, providing safe drinking water and improving sanitation systems. In this episode, Gabriella and Kimberly delve into...

Get ready to organize your home office like a pro with this episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast." Our host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Jaclyn Strauss, the CEO and co-founder of 2nd Vault, a digital binder that simplifies the process of gathering and organizing important information.   Together, Gabriella and Jaclyn delve into the topic of organizing papers and documents in your home office, sharing valuable insights and practical tips on how to...

In this episode of "Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast," Gabriella Joustra is joined by Lisa Hodgson, the brilliant mind behind My Curated Life, a Sydney-based home organization and decluttering business.   Together, Gabriella and Lisa delve into the world of home office organization, providing valuable insights and practical tips on how to declutter and streamline your workspace.   From discussing the benefits and challenges of decluttering to providing helpful tips...

Welcome to Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast. In this latest episode, we’re diving deep into the topic of getting your personal and digital affairs in order for your passing. Our expert host, Gabriella Joustra, is joined by Kate Hufnagel, a technology enthusiast and digital clutter expert, to provide valuable insights and practical tips for tackling this important topic.   Kate Hufnagel is an estate and digital organizer on a mission to make organizing your personal...

Revamp your living space with the help of the latest episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast! Our enthusiastic host, Gabriella Joustra, is joined by the innovative Neil Savant, founder of NUOS Home Automation and co-founder of NUOS Medtech.   Neil Savant completed his BE in Electronics from Mumbai University. After working for a year on freelance embedded projects and as the visiting faculty member at PVPP College of Engineering, he decided to get his masters...

Join us for an exciting new episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, where we explore creative and affordable ways to give your home a brand-new look! Our host, Gabriella Joustra, is joined by the talented Shivani Vyas, seasoned residential interior designer with over four years of experience in the field.   With a passion for educating communities on industry topics, Shivani has been featured in renowned publications such as Better Homes & Gardens, My...

Do you miss important emails because you can’t bring yourself to check your 999+ unopened emails? Has it become so out of hand that you’ve run out of space in your inbox?    In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Dr. Naciye Güliz Uğur, Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems at Sakarya University.   Güliz completed her BA at Marmara University Business Informatics, MA, and Ph.D. at Sakarya University...

Did you know that greenery around your house reduces the temperature and leads to a reduction in the host of cooling and your contribution to greenhouse gas emissions? All these and more are tips on how homeowners and renters can reduce their carbon emissions.   In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Dr. Trivess Moore, a Senior Lecturer in the Sustainable Building Innovation Lab (SBiLab) in the School of Property,...

Does your clean laundry hang around in piles because you can’t be bothered putting it away? Are your shoes piled around the shoe rack, but never on it?   In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Sally Hart. She established the Clever Closet Company in 1987 and has enjoyed watching modest walk-in robes expand to magnificent master suites. With decades of design experience and a never-waning passion for practical space...

Do you squeeze your car into your garage every night, hoping that today isn’t the day you bump something too valuable? Have you given up and just park on the street? In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Patricia Barbarotto, a professional organizer and declutter expert from Sydney, Australia. She is passionate about helping people declutter their space and reclaim their life.   Tag along as Gabriella and Patricia...

Do you have a friend or family member whose house is so cluttered that you start to worry for their safety? Or are you so ashamed of your own home that you never have anyone over? If you want to learn the difference between having a cluttered home and hoarding, as well as how to help the best and the best way to help people who hoard, this episode is for you.   In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by the founder of...

Have you ever had to pick a paint color and been intimidated by the sheer number of “white” options? What’s the difference? What is color theory, and why is it important? In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, Lori Sawaya joins host Gabriella Joustra. She is the founder of Camp Chroma. Her business is all about building the foundation tools needed to leverage the power of color data. Through her business, Lori challenges the status quo on how other...

2022 in review: from bedroom organization to ergonomics bathroom design; We have covered quite a variety of topics regarding home organization. Need a quick refreshment on what you have gathered under your belt so far?   On this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra wraps this year’s lesson into a comprehensive conclusion. We’re deeply grateful to the guests and YOU for making this series possible.   Stick around with our holiday...

In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Patricia La Torre (CKD Au), Principal and multi-award-winning designer at OUTSIDEINSIDE Building Elements. Patricia is passionate about every aspect of design, ensuring stylish and timeless interior spaces.   Patricia will discuss some of the industry’s practices and her experiences and journey throughout the years. She shares some things that you should consider when...

Having a dedicated space for storage is the first step to having a clutter-free living and it’s easier than you think. The second step is decluttering!   In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Jane Cadwgan, a professional organizer who founded Zing Home Organising. She is also a member of the Institute of Professional Organisers (IOPO).   On the show, Jane Cadwgan talks about the definition, misconceptions, and...

Have you ever felt stressed in a cluttered room? Have you tried to declutter but found it too emotionally stressful? Clutter has been found to increase stress, but many people avoid decluttering because they find it too overwhelming, or because they ‘don’t have time’.    In this episode of Room by Room: The Home Organization Science Insights Podcast, host Gabriella Joustra is joined by Rev. Dr. Joseph Ferrari, a researcher and Vincent dePaul Distinguished Professor of community psychology in...