From Boxes to Bliss – A 4-Day Whole-Home Unpacking & Organizing Project
Client: The Meyers Family
Location: Hillsborough, NC
Project Duration: 4 days, 5 organizers
Organizing Lead: Perri Kersh, Neat Freak Professional Organizing
Cost Estimate: $$$$
The Challenge
When the Meyers family pulled into their new driveway, they were greeted by a mountain of moving boxes and that post-move daze we all know too well. Two parents, two young kids, one sweet (but barky) dog, and a whole house to unpack. They were excited to start fresh—but didn’t know where to begin.
The kitchen? Still in limbo.
The playroom? A sea of randomness.
The closets? Let’s just say doors were staying shut.
They needed help—fast—to get settled, find their stuff, and reclaim a sense of calm before real life kicked back in.
The Goals
✔️ Unpack with purpose—not just to get rid of boxes
✔️ Set up smart, intuitive systems from Day 1
✔️ Make the home functional and livable in under a week
✔️ Give every family member (even the dog!) what they need to thrive in their new space
The Process
Day 1: Game Plan + Kitchen Takeover
We started with the heart of the home—the kitchen. My team and I unpacked, sorted, and assigned every item before placing a single thing in a cabinet. We created zones: meal prep, snacks, lunchbox station, baking, coffee corner (non-negotiable), and dog supplies. By the end of the day, they were cooking dinner—not calling for takeout.
Next up: the sleeping spaces. The family had already spent two nights in a hotel so we were committed to having them all in their own rooms that first night! We triaged the bedrooms so every family member had sheets, pillows, and a blanket on day 1. They were at least one step above “glamping!”
Day 2: Bedrooms + Closets
We unpacked clothes, grouped by category, and installed drawer dividers, shelf bins, and labeled baskets to make daily routines smoother. We gave the kids’ rooms thoughtful touches to foster independence—low hooks for jackets, labeled toy bins, and a place for those very special (read: totally random) treasures.
Day 3: Living Spaces + Playroom
We unboxed books, games, media gear, and toys—oh, so many toys. The playroom was turned into zones for building, reading, arts & crafts, and pretend play. We also created a “messy materials” bin with a lid, because life happens. In the living room, we styled shelves with purpose: beautiful and functional.
Day 4: Bathrooms, Mudroom + The Finishing Touches
We wrapped up with those often-overlooked but high-impact areas: under-sink storage, medicine cabinets, the mudroom drop zone, and the laundry room. We created landing zones for backpacks, shoes, and keys—and the whole family finally felt like they could exhale.
The Result
By the end of Day 4, the Meyers family was living in their home—not camping in it.
💥 No more digging for the kids’ lunchboxes
💥 Closets that closed—and actually made sense
💥 A playroom the kids could clean up by themselves
💥 A calm, organized home that felt like them from the start
The best compliment?
Mom said, “You saved us six months of stress.”
Dad said, “I’ve never seen our stuff look this good—even before we moved.”
The Neat Freak Takeaway
Moving is stressful—but settling in doesn’t have to be. When you unpack with intention, not just urgency, you set the tone for how your new home feels. That first week matters. It’s the foundation for your routines, your peace of mind, and yes—your sanity.
If you’re staring down a wall of boxes, I promise: we can turn it into a home. Quickly, calmly, and with systems that stick.