"Mel is an absolute magician. She took my apartment from chaos to calm. Mel is lovely and easy to work with, I felt immediately comfortable having her in my space. She really knows how to maximise a small space, and made mine so much easier to navigate. She's the Mary Poppins of home organising. Spit spot! Highly recommend."

~ Jenna F, Elsternwick

"If you have ever contemplated having someone come in and help with decluttering or rearranging your precious contents but have hesitated, I say don't! Do yourself a favor! Mel is wonderful! So helpful with her advice and checking in to ensure things are as you would like. The work in my kitchen has been transformational. Mel is a joy to work with. Thank you."

- Janet C, Elwood

“Mel was incredible! She has transformed our disorganised chaos into complete calm! I never thought I'd say that it is an absolute joy to open our linen cupboard or venture in under our stairs - but it is now thanks to Mel! I'd give her 10 stars if I could!”

— Sam S, Elwood

“My journey with Mel, the home organiser extraordinaire, has been nothing short of extraordinary. Through her expertise and passion for mindful home living, she has elevated the energy and functionality of our space. If you are seeking a transformative experience for your living space, I wholeheartedly recommend Mel's services. Her passion and expertise will guide you towards a space that nurtures your wellbeing and brings you joy.”

— Anna S, Brighton East

“I can't speak highly enough of Mel! We put our place on the market quite suddenly and within a few days Mel had styled and staged our apartment using predominantly our own furniture. She gave us amazing direction and insights that completely changed the look of our place without costing us a fortune but certainly changing the way a buyer viewed our property. Definitely recommend Mel!”.

— Natalia N, Hampton

“Mel is an absolute Angel, I don’t know where to begin. She is calm, efficient and oh so wonderful. Mel has completely helped us organise our home, which is life changing (and even more so with a little baby) 3 months later and all of her organising has been so easy to maintain and our house still looks like Mel was here just yesterday. Highly highly recommend”.

— Jill C, Elwood

“Mel is absolutely fantastic! She came into our home and did such an incredible job. I felt so at ease with her help and how warm and friendly she is. She has given us so much peace. I now love my wardrobe and can find everything so easily and get to wear more clothes. I would use her again in a heartbeat.”

— S, Elwood

“Mel has changed our life at home. We are manic hectic small business owners and suffer from never having time to organise anything at home! Mel helped us move houses and room by room made everything in every room not just organised but beautiful as well”.

— Elisa S, Elwood

“All I can say is WOW. Everyone needs Mel in their lives! Her communication, ideas, organisation, styling etc you name it was all 10/10 and amazing. I couldn’t get enough of her! What was supposed to be a few days turned into weeks. I didn’t want to let her go. Mel, you will hear from me again soon”.

— Amy D, Malvern

"Mel is an amazing human who has touched our lives! Mel setup a system that we can all follow including the kids (my husband too). I can’t imagine now living day to day without what Mel setup for us. She helped us with our kitchen, garage, bedrooms, closet, laundry. She helped me truly declutter our home. She truly helps create a beautiful, calm space. Unlike other companies who send multiple and different people, I felt comfortable and safe knowing it’s just Mel and she’s very respectful of your space. If you’re thinking about hiring Mel, do it and you won’t regret it. Its investing in your home and your peace of mind."

- Varsha V, Black Rock

“What a wonderful experience that went well beyond our expectations. When we engaged Mel to help clean up our studio space we had 2 years of accumulated clutter that just kept floating around. In two days Mel whipped our space into to shape, giving it a logical structured purpose. A month on and we have noticed how harmonious the office is. There is no longer the mad rush to look for a pair of scissors or printer paper. We can't recommend her enough.”

— Toffee Studios, South Melbourne

“It was magical having Mel come and organise our home. Despite being a semi-organised person, I needed some help creating order and efficiency in my home. Mel completed this task seamlessly. She is such a natural and full of brilliant storage ideas. Now, my children are in love with their playroom. They know where every toy belongs, eliminating any upset over having to search for play sets. It is now so simple preparing the kids for school as their clothing/lunch box system is so logical. The laundry system Mel set up is another timesaver. You have given me hours back each week, Mel. Thank you.”

— Mary T, Mt Duneed

“Mel has a beautiful energy and such talent for transforming spaces. My request was to turn my messy unorganised work from home studio into a professional one. Wow am I impressed. From start to finish, Mel made the process so easy. Before the day, I was sent suggestions and a vision board and was blown away with the way she nailed the brief. On the makeover day, she was a pleasure to be around and finished the job in perfect time. My studio has gone from drab to fab and is so functional now, everything has its place and I am now loving every minute I spend in there. I can't wait to invite people into it now. Thank you and I look forward to our next project! “

— Sisu Lane, Frankston

"I can’t recommend Mel and House of Calm enough. Her calm, thoughtful and thorough approach was exactly what we needed to make the rooms and spaces in our home beautiful and workable for a large, busy family. It really created a whole new sense of calm in our place! Mel helped us with a room and space that had been overwhelming me forever! I had been deliberating for months about getting Mel’s help, thinking I should just be able to tackle it myself and I really should have just got on with contacting her sooner. She just makes the overwhelming easy and her organisational skills are next level. She did such an amazing job on our first project, I quickly got her back to organise our kitchen too. We have been left with a house that is not only more organised than its ever been, but it’s functional too. Total game changer. Thanks so much Mel, you are incredible".

Amber M, Elwood

“After Mel reorganised my kitchen it felt like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. With Mel's new configurations it feels so much more organised, more spacious and less cluttered. I can find what I need so easily and I am wasting less food as I am not doubling up on products that would otherwise be lost at the back of my cupboard. I LOVE the new storage containers that Mel suggested - the clear lids are amazing as I can see everything that is inside at a glance and they fit so neatly in my drawers. It really has put the pleasure back into enjoying a space that my family uses so much every day. Thank-you Mel!”

— Rose B, Elwood

“Thanks Mel, Our pantry and kitchen look amazing after you worked your genius! It felt so overwhelming moving into our house, we had loads of space but no idea how best to organise it. Storage container shopping was giving me major anxiety as I had not idea where to start. It is now so much easier to navigate the space, everything has a labelled home and it has taken our enjoyment of our new house to another level! Thank you so much...can't wait for you to come back for my wardrobe.”

— Angela B, Mentone

“Mel is amazing! She helped me to move house with two young children, whilst also preparing our investment property to be rented. She has an incredible attention to detail and a high standard of service. She is friendly, punctual and communicates well. She treated our house with the same level of care and attention as if it were her own. We have booked Mel on an ongoing basis to keep our property maintained and looking it’s best.”

— Alysha, Elwood

"Highly recommend Mel from House of Calm! 💕Mel transformed both my kids bedrooms and now they keep them immaculate - all the clutter has gone and everything has a place! Mel has made life less stressful for all of us 😍I can’t wait to tackle some of our other areas with Mel in 2024."

- Stef W, Bentleigh

“Mel listens, is very patient, gives choices....and produced life-changing results for this chronic hoarder. 5 stars”.

— Dr. C, Elwood

“Mel from House of Calm was so amazing to work with. She made the process so easy and I could be as involved or not as I liked. Mel is so lovely and happy to share her knowledge and hacks with you also :) Seriously would love her to do my entire house! Having organised places for everything makes life easier!”.

— Anya L, Elwood

“Our fridge was in some serious need of some TLC. We didn’t really have any systems in place & definitely weren’t making the most of the space. Mel did a thorough clean/declutter & added tubs, silicone snap bags & a turntable for our condiments. She also organised everything into departments. Our fridge is so much more user friendly now!! It’s so nice opening the fridge & being able to see everything so clearly. We are finding it so much easier to keep track of what we have which means food isn’t going to waste. We will definitely be booking Mel in again to work her magic on our cupboards!”

— Lucy S, Elwood

“Mel was a breath of fresh air! She takes control with as little or as much involvement from you as you wish. From sorting and culling to re homing unwanted items. Mel is organised and efficient and has a great eye for detail. She transformed my laundry, walk in robe and office. These spaces are now so much more functional and organised. I love knowing where everything lives!”

— Lauren B, Elwood

“House of Calm really lives up to the name. Mel’s warmth teamed with her incredible talent of bringing order to the chaos (in my instance!) along with innovative ways to maximise storage and a great eye for positioning things to make your space more functional, resulted in our house functioning so much better. I would recommend Mel and her services in a heart beat.”

— Elly H, Elwood

“Mel from House of Calm was amazing. She assisted us to unpack our house and organise it from the start! She never stopped working, arranging, decluttering and labelling to create spaces in our home that were calmer and much more organised than our last home. She saved us days of unpacking boxes. The best part was she bought bags of goodies to help organise the way the spaces were laid out - so so happy!!”

— Jas L, Elwood

“Absolutely loving my ‘House of Calm’ organised pantry! Mel did a wonderful job helping me edit my pantry stock and organise it in a user friendly way. With 3 hungry teenage boys I am constantly cooking. Mel has made my pantry not only look good, but the new layout means I can see what I have and it’s saving me time and money! Next stop wardrobe!”

— Skye M, Torquay

“Mel's business is perfectly named. In three days she managed to turn chaotic spaces into organised ones. Tasks I had been putting off for years! So grateful. Mel is professional, friendly and very good at what she does.”

— Kate H, South Melbourne

"Mel at the House of Calm is truly a magician! She was lovely to work with, listened to my concerns and transformed my house in to a workable and happy home. I can't thank and recommend Mel enough."

~ Briana S, Mansfield

“Wow! Outstanding attention to detail and a fresh practical perspective. Thank you so much for your welcomed tips and tricks Mel, and for such professional advice and customer service. Highly recommended”.

— Kate K, Drumcondra

“Mel transformed my little chaotic kitchen in to a calm oasis of organisation. Mel is thorough, clever and she clearly loves her job. My pantry, drawers and cupboards are so easy to use now, and being in the kitchen is finally a joy. Thank you Mel, you have been such a positive influence on our lives”.

— Pip M, Yarraville

"Mel's work has transformed my house and more importantly, decluttered my mind! Not only do my cupboards and rooms look amazing, But I can now easily access anything I need, no more hunting for hours. Mel is caring and kind, as well as super organised. She works with you, but can also work on her own and add her ideas to yours. If you are thinking of decluttering/organising your home, don't hesitate to contact Mel. Thank you Mel!!"

Tiffany H, Middle Park

“Engaging Mel to organise our home was the best decision! Mel has a very calm and warm energy and it felt like she just waved a magic wand over areas I’d been feeling too overwhelmed to even begin (hello basement storage!). She brings fantastic ideas and customises her approach to your individual wants and needs. I cannot recommend her more highly. She makes you fall in love with your space and creates a ‘system’ that is easy to maintain yourself.”

— Diana E, Elwood

"Balancing my personal and professional life had always been a challenge, but House of Calm helped me create a harmonious space that allowed me to focus on the things that truly matter. I've always wanted to live a simpler, more sustainable life, but I didn't know how to achieve it within my chaotic surroundings. Mel's guidance helped me simplify and make more eco-conscious choices. Going through a major life transition can be daunting, but Mel's expertise in sorting, packing, and organizing made the process smoother and less stressful. Mel's attention to detail and organizational skills turned my aspirations into reality. Mel's personalized approach, professionalism, and her unwavering commitment to creating calm and order in my life have made a significant impact. My home is now a serene and organized haven, and I'm incredibly grateful for her expertise. If you're facing similar challenges and are in need of an expert to bring order and tranquillity into your life, I wholeheartedly recommend reaching out to Mel at House of Calm. Her one-person operation is a true gem, and I'm confident she can work wonders for you, just as she did for me. Thank you, Mel, for transforming my home and making it a place of peace and serenity!"

— Meeno Z, Pakenham

“Mel made me feel so at ease and comfortable. The idea of de-cluttering was really overwhelming for me and I kept putting it off. From the moment Mel walked into my house I felt so calm in her presence. Mel offered so much more than decluttering, she empowered me to take care of my home and has inspired me to keep going everyday! I can’t wait to have her back for a re-fresh in a few months time! I would not hesitate to recommend Mel to anyone who feels overwhelmed at the thought of getting his or her house and life organised. She exudes a calm energy that immediately put me at ease. I am so inspired and grateful for her help! I couldn’t have done it without her. Can’t wait to have her come back! Mel has helped me transform my house to a home! From clutter and mess to calm and serenity. Mel you’re a miracle worker! .”

— Deena T, Elwood

“I was getting really frustrated with our kitchen space as it was small and cramped. I honestly thought we had to renovate our house to create more space in the kitchen. I was hesitant to book in with Mel as I wasn't sure if it would really help but I can honestly say it was the best decision we made. We no longer need to renovate to create more space in the kitchen. As soon as Mel arrived she was ready to go! She was professional, hardworking and took the time to ask me questions on how I used the space. She made sure everything had a home in the kitchen and made it so organised and spacious that I am still getting used to cooking with a clear bench top! Mel also leaves you with a little note and a candle to say thank you for booking in with her. It was such a lovely gesture! If you are hesitant -go for it! We have no regrets and love our kitchen space”

— Shehara S, Mount Waverley

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