Seeing patterns, categories, and small tasks of a larger whole comes naturally to Karen Gardiner. She describes being a professional organizer as a true honor and privilege to assist clients through their organizing projects. It is a joy to see clients achieve their organizing goals.
Karen has been in the organizing profession for over 20 years, working primarily on the residential side assisting with all aspects of home organization, preparing for major life transitions, all aspects of move management, critical document organization, and helping clients age in place safely.
She also brings 20 years of project and association management experience with a focus on assisting people to live fuller lives by creating a simplified, organized environment.
Karen is a member of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals (NAPO) and the Washington D.C. Metro Chapter of NAPO. She also has her CAPS (Certified Aging in Place) designation through the National Home Builders Association.
Karen also enjoys gardening, playing tennis, reading, traveling, and family time with her husband, two adult children, and the best dog ever, Daisy.
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“Hiring Karen was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! She was truly invaluable in helping me with my move and getting me organized in my new home. She approaches every task with positive energy and strong organizational skills.”
- Client, Arlington, VA
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“Karen understands what it means to feel overwhelmed and to not have enough space or time. The best part of working with Karen was she kept me on task, used our time together wisely and efficiently, sped up the process of the whole project and made my long-term goal of being organized come true. She also taught me skills to maintain the environment we created.”
- Neda, Alexandria, VA
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"I have been working for a few years now with Karen Gardiner. Actually, she's worked with every member of our family! She is talented, prompt, very knowledgeable and extremely nice to work with! I use her services both at home and work. I look forward to each and every appointment because I know how happy I will be with her work. My stress level has decreased ever since I met her! We will continue to use Karen and I am pleased to recommend her.”
- Liz Sinclair, Alexandria, VA
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“I have a disability and Karen went out of her way to organize my closets and kitchen cabinets and she purchased the materials needed to make items more accessible yet out of the way. Karen is both a terrific person and a terrific organizer. I recommend her to anyone who needs help with any size project.”
- Stephanie Irene, Alexandria, VA
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