Define Your Space

Innovative renovation solution for transitional families.

Master the Room Method and effortlessly create a beautiful, functional Nordic minimalist home within budget.

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MODULE ONE

Introduction to Nordic Minimalism

OUTCOME

Gain a comprehensive understanding of Nordic minimalism principles.

DESCRIPTION

Discover the core principles of Nordic minimalism to understand how this design philosophy can simplify and beautify your home, transforming your living spaces into serene sanctuaries that reflect clarity and function.

MODULE TWO

Assessing Your Space

OUTCOME

Clear layout of current space utilisation.

DESCRIPTION

Learn to critically assess your home, understanding how each room serves your family's needs. Identify underutilised areas to enhance functionality and harmony within your personal space.

MODULE THREE

Designing for Families

OUTCOME

Master practical design strategies for families.

DESCRIPTION

Explore designs that cater to both elegance and functionality. Find harmony in aesthetic appeal and child-friendly setups, ensuring spaces are perfectly balanced for every family member's comfort and style.

MODULE FOUR

Budgeting Your Project

OUTCOME

A detailed, sustainable budget plan.

DESCRIPTION

Develop a realistic budget to wisely manage renovation costs. Understand how to allocate funds efficiently, maximising your investment while maintaining control over the financial aspects of your renovation journey.

MODULE FIVE

DIY Basics

OUTCOME

Foundational DIY skills to tackle simple renovations.

DESCRIPTION

Equip yourself with essential DIY skills through step-by-step guides and practice tasks. Feel empowered to handle minor modifications personally, adding a touch of your individuality to every corner.

MODULE SIX

Choosing Materials

OUTCOME

Knowledge to choose appropriate materials that offer balance between aesthetics and functionality.

DESCRIPTION

Navigate through the myriad of materials available, focusing on those that align with the Nordic minimalist aesthetic and family needs, ensuring durability and style in your selections.

MODULE SEVEN

Colour and Light

OUTCOME

A professionally designed atmosphere using colours and lighting.

DESCRIPTION

Master the use of colours and lighting to transform your space, creating impactful visuals and moods through strategic choices that reflect your personal style and enhance the functionality of each room.

MODULE EIGHT

Sustainable Living

OUTCOME

An environmentally friendly home renovation plan.

DESCRIPTION

Embrace sustainability in your renovation projects by incorporating eco-friendly materials and practices. Learn to make choices that reduce your environmental footprint while beautifying your living space.

MODULE NINE

Space Maximisation

OUTCOME

Maximised and functional use of space.

DESCRIPTION

Employ clever strategies to make the most of every area in your home. Through functional furniture placement and smart storage solutions, create a home that adapts to your growing family's needs without expanding its footprint.

MODULE TEN

Handling Renovation Stress

OUTCOME

A smoother, less stressful renovation experience.

DESCRIPTION

Renovations can be taxing; learn effective stress management techniques and timeline planning to keep your renovation experience as serene as the home you're aiming to create.

MODULE ELEVEN

Project Management Skills

OUTCOME

Improved project management and coordination skills.

DESCRIPTION

Acquire essential project management skills that empower you to oversee your renovation effectively. Implement tools for scheduling, managing vendors, and delegating tasks to ensure your project stays on track and within budget.

MODULE TWELVE

Celebrating Your New Home

OUTCOME

Successfully launch your newly renovated home.

DESCRIPTION

Conclude your renovation journey by planning a memorable home unveiling event. Celebrate your new space with friends and family, marking the transformation of your living environment into a place that truly feels like home.

Modules

1 Self Discovery

This is the starting point, you embark on a journey of self-discovery. By identifying your ideas, values, interests, passions, and strengths, you’ll be able to start to map out a meaningful and fulfilling future beyond your current role and identity.

Duration: 3 hours

2 Purpose Discovery

The 'Purpose Discovery' module involves deep, perhaps lengthy, reflection exercises and visualisation techniques to help you discover and validate your new purpose beyond your work identity. You will leave this module feeling empowered and confident about your next phase of life.

Duration: 3 hours

3 Process Development

In this ‘foundation’ module, you’ll start to build a clear roadmap for your journey into the future. Through a clear understanding of goal-setting and action planning, you’ll gain the tools and techniques you need to navigate this significant transition. You may well find this quite different from any change you’ve managed before.

Duration: 3 hours

4

Support Development

This module will guide you in how to prepare yourself for the way forward. You’ll learn to ‘let go’ of the ‘past’ and the need for forgiveness and gratitude to facilitate this. We’ll discover who and what to avoid and how to identify ‘partners in believing’ who’ll support you in what may be a complex period of setting yourself free.

Duration: 3 hours

5 Managing Transition

Building on the previous module, you'll learn stress management techniques, how to deal with anxiety, and resilience-building strategies. You’ll learn to have faith and belief in yourself and transmit this to others. We’ll revisit the work you did in Modules 2 and 3 and fill out any additional detail or clarity. This module prepares you emotionally to manage the way forward seamlessly.

Duration: 3 hours

6 Harvesting Transition

In this module you’ll ‘launch’ your new ‘business’ of being YOU in ‘life-after-work’. You'll learn confidence-building exercises and ongoing action planning techniques to face any future fears and uncertainties. By paying attention to your intention without tension and with the support of your ‘team’ you can be confident your expectations will be met. This module ensures you step into your next phase ‘Powered Up’ with a sense of renewed significance and life force. Perhaps it’s time for a ‘starting party’!

Duration: 3 hours

Who is it for?

A married or divorced homeowner responding to evolving family needs.
Planning for home renovation but unsure where to start.
Aspiring for a beautiful, practical Nordic minimalist home within budget.

Who is it not for?

Not dealing with changing family dynamics.
Not considering a home renovation.
Not appreciative of Nordic minimalist style.

About Pernille Arends

I'm Pernille Arends, and for 29 years I’ve been guiding married or divorced homeowners with children through the complexities of renovating their homes as their families evolve. My approach employs the Room Method to strategically achieve a functional, beautiful Nordic minimalist home, all within your budget. With nearly three decades of experience, I’m dedicated to transforming your living spaces into the harmonious setting you’ve always dreamed of.