Recent organization trends highlight minimalism, joy, and containers, but miss valuing usefulness and beauty first. Shuli proposes four steps to create a value statement for our homes that becomes a timeless guide to decluttering and organizing our living and working spaces. Shuli Steele is a global solutions architect who researches the impact of information and design on workplace productivity. Her work focuses on connecting applied learning and resources to project efficacy. She holds a Master’s Degree in Architecture and a Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems from the University of Colorado Boulder, and is passionate about innovation, culture, and sustainability. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx