A collected space for writing published on LivingBitsAndThings.
Some pieces are practical, others more reflective, but all take shape around everyday spaces, familiar objects, and the small details that quietly influence how we live.
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Black vs White Toilets: Which Is Actually Easier to Live With?
Black and white toilets aren’t just a design choice. This comparison looks at daily upkeep, visual strain, and which option quietly supports everyday living.
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Room Divider Ideas for Small and Flexible Spaces
Not every space needs a permanent wall. This guide explores room divider ideas that create visual separation without sacrificing flexibility—plus when dividers make things worse.
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How to Make a Folding Screen With Fabric (DIY Guide)
Folding screens have a way of quietly solving problems that permanent walls can’t. When a room needs separation—but not construction—a lightweight divider often makes more sense than anything fixed. A fabric folding screen sits in that middle ground. It doesn’t pretend to be a wall. It doesn’t block sound. But it does create visual boundaries,…
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Why Small Homes Feel Busy Even When They’re Clean
Some small homes look clean but never feel quiet. This isn’t about clutter — it’s about how many things your space asks you to notice at once.
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What Organization Is Really For in Small Homes
Organization in small homes isn’t about perfect order—it’s about making daily life feel easier and less demanding.
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When Organization Stops Helping and Starts Creating Stress
Sometimes organization stops making life easier and starts adding pressure—especially in small homes. This article explores where that line gets crossed.
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Organizing for Use vs Organizing for Appearance in Small Homes
A practical look at why organization systems that look good often fail in small homes—and why organizing for daily use matters more than appearance.
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Are Black Toilets Actually Unsanitary — or Just Harder to Live With?
Black toilets aren’t unhygienic by default — but they can quietly increase visual stress, maintenance effort, and mental load in everyday bathrooms.
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The Places Small Homes Get Messy First (And Why)
In small homes, clutter doesn’t spread evenly. It shows up in the same places again and again—and those spots often reveal where daily routines clash with the space.
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The Small Habits That Quietly Shape Small Homes
Small homes are shaped less by big decisions and more by everyday habits that quietly repeat.