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

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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

Collage graphic reading “Small Space Storage Furniture” with multiple images of multifunctional pieces including shelving units, storage chests, shoe benches, ottomans, wall shelves, and built-in storage beds in neutral, minimalist interiors.

Small Space? Big Possibilities!

By Rita Wilkins, The Downsizing Designer™ After downsizing from a 5,000-square-foot home in the country, I moved into a tiny ...
Paid mortgage document with house models and keys representing the milestone of being mortgage-free and the next chapter of life after 50.

The Truth About Being Mortgage-Free After 50

Paying off your mortgage is supposed to feel like freedom.So why does it sometimes feel heavier than the mortgage itself? ...
Woman over 60 covering her face in stress next to large suburban home representing feeling stuck in a paid-off house.

When a Paid-Off House Becomes a Trap

You Did Everything Right — So Why Don’t You Feel Free? You did everything right. You bought the house.You made ...

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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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.