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I am a neat hoarder. Is that my secret superpower?
Tidy hoarding is minimalism minus mental clutter – and it opens up space for a full life.
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The writer says neat hoarders have the space to live large and collect experiences throughout life, while keeping any mind-burdening mess out of sight.
ST ILLUSTRATION: MANUEL A FRANCISCO
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When I briefed my interior designer, I had amassed enough Pinterest boards and crunched sufficient numbers to decisively convey the clean lines and chill vibes I imagined for my new apartment. I detailed my budget, discussed each room’s functional needs.
Let’s maximise the natural light in the small space, I said. Plan accents of my favourite blues and greens, in harmony with the unblocked views outside the windows: Sky, splashes of greenery and sea in the distance. Create Zoom-ready work corners in the study and living room.
