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

Rita Wilkins on stage for TEDx Wilmington.

Declutter Your Life Now to Live a Life Rich in What Matters

It all began with a trip to Africa. Standing in a remote village, surrounded by people who had so little ...
A woman who just discovered the 30-day Clutter-Free Strategy That Works.

Start Fresh: 5 Transformative Habits for a More Intentional Life in 2025 

Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to the extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video ...
An image of what decluttering looks like sorting all your items in boxes and making the year 2025 a more clutter free year.

Declutter Your Life in 2025 by Simplifying Five Key Areas

At the start of every new year, decluttering our homes ranks among the top three goals people want to accomplish ...

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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