10 Small Home Habits to Improve Your Daily Routine in Your SimplyHome

Your SimplyHome offers something special: a space that’s flexible, manageable, and ready for you to make your own. With the right daily habits, your home can feel organized, peaceful, and truly supportive of your life. 

Why Daily Habits Make a Home Easier to Manage

A well-maintained home doesn’t have to feel like a chore. With simple routines, your energy goes toward living, not constant upkeep.

• Start your day feeling organized
• Reduce clutter before it spreads
• Keep spaces feeling fresh and intentional

With these habits, your SimplyHome becomes a calm, functional backdrop for your daily life.

1. Start Each Morning with a Whole-Home Reset

Even a few minutes each morning can make a big difference.

Try this simple routine:

• Make the bed
• Open blinds or curtains to welcome natural light
• Put dishes in the sink or dishwasher
• Return stray items to their designated spots

A quick morning reset sets a positive tone and keeps your SimplyHome feeling intentional.

2. End the Day with a Kitchen Reset

A tidy kitchen transforms how you experience your home.

Before bed:

• Clear countertops
• Wipe surfaces
• Load or run the dishwasher
• Sweep high-traffic areas

Waking up to a clean kitchen gives your day a calm, fresh start.

3. Use Lighting to Elevate Your Space

Lighting can completely change a room’s energy. Neutral finishes in our rental homes are a bonus—they let you customize the mood easily.

Try layering light with:

• Warm-toned bulbs
• Floor lamps in darker corners
• Table lamps in living areas

Intentional lighting makes any space feel cozy, inviting, and personalized.

4. Use Rooms with Intention

Having distinct rooms or areas is a wonderful way to structure daily life.

Build habits around how you want each space to function:

• Keep work materials in one dedicated area
• Fold blankets and straighten the living room each evening
• Clear bathroom counters nightly

Defined zones make your home feel organized, calm, and welcoming. If you’re curious about different layouts, we have a variety of floorplans available to help you find a space that fits your lifestyle perfectly. 

5. Keep Cleaning Simple and Consistent

Small, consistent efforts go a long way. You don’t need to spend hours cleaning—just incorporate mini routines:

• 10-minute nightly tidy
• Weekly refresh of bathrooms
• Quick vacuum of high-traffic areas

These habits help maintain a clean, inviting home without overwhelming your schedule.

6. Do a Weekly “Home Appreciation Walk”

Take a few minutes once a week to walk through your home with intention:

• Open windows for fresh air
• Adjust furniture or decor for a refreshed feel
• Declutter surfaces

This practice turns your home into a space you truly enjoy living in.

7. Embrace the Freedom to Make Your Home Yours

Part of the joy of living in Your SimplyHome is the flexibility it gives you. With daily habits in place, you can focus on:

• Trying new layouts or decor
• Creating spaces that support your lifestyle
• Enjoying peace of mind knowing your routines keep your home calm and organized

When you combine that freedom with strong daily habits, you get the best of both worlds: stability and adaptability. View our available homes to enjoy the freedom of renting today!