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

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 couple downsizing and decluttering their home before the big move underestimating the challenges.

Boxes, Bubble Wrap, and the Big Fat Lies We Tell Ourselves: How to Survive Your Move with Humor and Grace

Moving soon? Discover the 5 big lies we tell ourselves when downsizing and decluttering. Learn how to stay calm, laugh ...
An image of a baby boomers couple talking about downsizing and decluttering's struggles and how they con overcome them.

The Hidden Truth About Downsizing and Decluttering

Why It Feels So Hard… and How to Finally Move Forward The Unspoken Downsizing and Decluttering Struggle No one told ...
An image of a woman who is trapped by her own clutter and now is ready to declutter and downsize to life a simpler life with less.

Clutter Traps: Eight Sneaky Ways That Steal Your Freedom (and How to Escape Them)

Have you ever walked into your basement or opened a closet and felt like the walls were closing in on ...

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.

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