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GUEST OBSERVATION
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Save Time and Money Save time for fun stuff and hobbies by not having to do all the work in and around a large house. Start visualising what you can do with all your free time in the future. Free up your lifestyle and travel the world. Enjoy less preparation time when leaving your home. Save money by simply having less space to put furniture, TVs and electronic equipment, appliances or decorative items. Prioritise and only use what is necessary and functional in a smaller space. 
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Save Energy Reduce your carbon footprint by using less energy for heating and cooling, and reducing your water usage in the kitchen, bathrooms and for your garden. Contact your local energy provider to check out your savings and visit some of the new retirement resorts that meet highest sustainability standards. 
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Improve Your Wellbeing through De-cluttering De-clutter and simplify your life! Let go things from the past and make space for new and exciting experiences. Become organised and more efficient on a daily basis. Create an inspiring and functional space throughout your home. Creative organisation is the key to making the most out of your smaller space. Enjoy being more efficient in everything you do. Make the most out of your new lifestyle through creativity and focusing on the essentials. 
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Splurge on Feature Pieces<ins cite="mailto:Helen" datetime="2013-10-20T12:05"> </ins>Get that one designer piece you always wanted and make it a feature in your new home. Work your beloved pieces around it and start mixing and matching to create a personal home. Work out a clever room layout and make the most of a more compact space. 
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Start a New Chapter of Your Life and Be Happier Be courageous, challenge yourself and embrace the change! Make a decision, and you will instantly feel better. Enjoy your new lifestyle with fewer chores around the house and more time for leisure, spending time with family and friends, and loving your new home. Use a happiness journal to be happier every day, achieve a happy home and eventually refine your apartment lifestyle.</li>
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Bettina Deda is an interior stylist and author of '<a href="https://www.bdcolourdesign.net.au/downsizewithstyle/home/#2">Downsize With Style</a>'.<a href="https://www.bdcolourdesign.net.au/downsizewithstyle/home/#2"></a>
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