about reSPACEd

ReSPACEd, based in Portland, Oregon, was founded by MaryJo Monroe in 2008. It melds strong organizing principles with innovative design concepts to bring form and function into the spaces of Portland-Metro homes.

With 10 years of design experience, MaryJo knows how to make a home feel bright, spacious and warm. She works in residential organizing and design, which she documents in her blog. Using a friendly approach, she works at the client’s pace, respectfully offering suggestions for improvements while finding creative ways to best use the space.

ReSPACEd advocates green design principles, starting by using supplies that the client already owns and keeping new purchases to a minimum. Whenever possible, reSPACEd advocates recycling or donating items instead of throwing them away.

MaryJo is a member of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO), treasurer for her local chapter of NAPO and a member of the Institute for Challenging Disorganization. She lives in North Portland with her husband and 6-year-old son.