INSPIRING MILLIONS
With her TEDx talk and best-selling book, Rita continues to help & inspire others to live more with less.

Rita’s TEDx Talk has been viewed over 2 million times, globally! Click HERE to watch the full talk with sound.

https://youtu.be/s55peQ4iN38

Meet Rita

Rita Wilkins, the “Downsizing Designer,” transformed her life by moving from a spacious 5,000 square-foot home to a serene 867 square-foot apartment, discovering joy in simplicity. Her inspiring journey has touched millions, advocating for a life rich in experiences over possessions. Today, Rita’s work as an interior designer and speaker continues to inspire a global minimalist movement towards decluttering, intentional living, and true fulfillment. Read the full bio.

Our Latest Blog Posts

A thoughtful midlife woman gazes out a sunlit window at sunrise, reflecting quietly on identity, life transitions, and who she is becoming after 50.

Who Am I Now? Discovering Who You Are After 50 and Reimagining Life After Loss

There’s a quiet question many women begin to ask after 50.After the children have left home.After a career has ended ...
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Person walking outdoors holding multiple colorful shopping bags in both hands, suggesting excess shopping and consumer overwhelm.

When Shopping Becomes a Substitute for What We’ve Lost

There’s a moment many women don’t want to talk about—or are afraid to name. It’s the moment you realize you’re ...
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Woman sitting on the floor beside moving boxes in a bright, uncluttered room, symbolizing a fresh start and a new year commitment to decluttering and simplifying life.

Why 2026 Feels Different And How to Finally Change Your Relationship With Clutter

Most people don’t start decluttering because they feel motivated.They start because they reach a breaking point. It’s the moment a ...
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Our Best-Selling Downloads

Rita has a variety of decluttering products from online courses to printable guides and checklists. You can see her entire catalog at her store. Below are our current top products including her newest All-In-One Minimalist Essentials 64-page visual decluttering workbook.

Rita has a variety of online interactive courses available including her flagship course 8 Proven Methods.

Rita’s YouTube Channel

Known as the Downsizing Designer, Rita offers invaluable insights and practical tips for embracing minimalism, simplifying your life, and finding freedom through decluttering. Below is a sample of her most popular videos, visit her channel for more.

https://youtu.be/emxQ7lns29A
https://youtu.be/gCQi6gIquBU
 
 

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Rita’s Best-Selling Book

Unlock your dream life with Rita Wilkins, “The Downsizing Designer.” With over 35 years of expertise, Rita advocates for living abundantly with less—fewer possessions, smaller spaces, and less clutter. Her book is a catalyst for change, using her Signature Blueprint Design Process to guide you through decluttering your life and embracing a lifestyle by design. Get ready to transform your space and your life, making room for what truly matters.