The Art Of Order

Refreshing Spaces

Nature has its own beautiful sense of order. Gorgeous views that we might see on vacation give us a feeling of tranquility. When traveling, people have fewer possessions to take care of which clears the mind and spirit and allow them to be fully immersed in their surroundings. The principles of simplicity, style, colour, texture and design can comfort and soothe us as well as energize and inspire us. These principles are used to create tranquility in the home, whether staging, up/downsizing, redesigning or organizing. Our thoughtful and experienced team can streamline the process with our innovative methods and positive approach.
We would like to create some "Refreshing Spaces" in your home!
DECLUTTER AN​D​ ORGA​NIZE​
Declutter and Organize

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your stuff? Have no time to organize and don’t know where to start? Let us help create a harmonious and efficient home for you. We will develop a cohesive plan which will eliminate wasted time and effort. Your schedule will be freed up so you can enjoy life more. An organized home is a calm home.

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Downsizing and Redesign

Moving can be difficult, especially when you are going to a smaller space. Decision making is exhausting, as you endeavour to keep what you love most while letting others benefit from your giveaways. Figuring out what will work in your new place is a challenge and we can help you get it done. We will provide peace of mind for you and your family.

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Smart Staging

Do you have concerns that staging is too expensive, inconvenient and the home preparation list is too difficult? Obstacles to staging are eliminated by putting the home in the hands of seasoned staging professionals. We transform tired looking properties into homes with maximum buyer appeal by showing space, light and a more current look. Let us do a Smart Staging for you!

Our Inspiration

We appreciate the beauty and simplicity of everyday life.

This inspires us to create order with a serene feeling wherever we go.

We love how we feel when we are on vacation, having only the bare

essentials to keep track of, allowing us freedom to go out and

enjoy everything around us.

How about feeling like that everyday?  

We equate getting organized to a journey and as professional organizers

we are inspired to chart the course of the trip 

so you know where you are going and how to get there.

We navigate for you on every leg of the trip to save you

from getting nowhere or lost on the way.

Our Approach

We approach each home with a positive, non-judgemental attitude and extensive experience. Compassion and respect are key values in our work.

We reduce your stress by supporting you every step of the way and provide peace of mind for you and your family.

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We Provide

We begin with a cohesive plan with your goals in mind. The Art of Order provides each client with customized services, access to many resources and flexibility.

Our systematic approach strives to ensure that everything goes smoothly throughout the entire project.

Our Vision

We are proud of our creative approach, problem-solving skills and resourceful design ideas. Our fresh eyes can see opportunities to use your existing furnishings in new ways.

These innovative ideas will save you time, effort and money. We can source items that you need to complete your new gorgeous look.

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Our Recent Projects

Testimonials

  • “To simply say “Thank-You” just seems so inadequate right now I would like you both to know how much you have done for me with respect to my relocation”to the Sumach.
    So thank-you for coming to my rescue and easing not only the packing, but for your great suggestions which I am taking “Under Advisement:)
    Once again, heartfelt thank-you and I hope we meet for lunch at the Sumach soon.”

    Georgina Simac
    Active Resident - The Sumac - Retirement community
  • “I have lived in my house for eight years. In the matter of a few hours, Toby and Anne transformed my living space into a “Home”. Their eye for detail and efficient, organized approach to showcasing the best features of my home was completed effortlessly. I loved how they worked with my personality and pulled together a subdued but elegant, liveable space without any disruption or drama. I highly recommend Toby and Anne, they are the essence of what it is to be a professional. I will keep them on my speed dial”

    Nancy W.
    Riverside Staging Client
  • “We moved from a large apartment to a much smaller unit in a senior’s residence. I am a disabled 67 year old woman. After the boxes were empty, we were dismayed by the looming task of storing our belongings. I used the internet to find professional organizers. Toby & Anne visited for a free, 1/2 hour evaluation. We agreed on terms & arrived the next morning.
    Today, EVERY item in our 700 square foot apartment has a place ! All are labelled (until we become used to where things are)
    It was a pleasure to hear their friendly interaction and I was encouraged with gentle humour to keep going! The experience was 100 % positive. ”

    Colline B
    North York Downsizing Clients
  • “I know my clients were very pleased with your services. One of the main reasons I reached out was that I needed a company like yours that could help my clients organize to be able to sell, disperse and donate the items form a full house. Whenever my clients have items of value like artwork and antiques, I need experts who have the connections and can assist us in every aspect. Many declutterers can do the “simple stuff”. I needed your expertise and I am very grateful that we have met and look forward to referring more clients your way.”

    Anita E.
    REA for Forest Hill Homeowners
  • We can’t thank you enough for your thoughtful and careful work getting our client Ann organized for her moveand the house prepared for the sale. You have been just wonderful to work with and your final staging perfectly represents what Ann’s house is all about. – Gisele

    I second everything that Gisele has said. You’ve done a wonderful job for Ann and I know how happy she is with not only your services but also working with you on a day to day basis. Thanks for taking such good care of her!” – Mary

    Gisele C. and Mary C.
    Real Estate Agents for a downsizing and staging client in the Junction
  • “Toby MacPhee and Anne Donald are the principles of The Art of Order, a professional organizing company that helps seniors, like my mom, Pat, downsize. Toby and Anne created a design plan to make a much smaller space seem pleasant and familiar for my mom. They did the gathering, packing, and installation of everything Pat moved to her new home. After Pat moved to her new home, Toby and Anne began the second phase of the project, wading through and leading a massive excavation and decluttering of Pat’s home and preparing it for sale. Toby and Anne have already shown their mettle, handling my mom’s resistance oh so tactfully. Toby brings a degree from OCAD and Anne is a retired lawyer; together they bring wide-ranging skill sets, plus a lot of grace and finesse.”

    Andrew and Barb Roberts
    Clients helping their Mom move to a seniors home from a very large Lawrence Park Home. Downsizing, Staging and Space Planning.
  • “What we appreciate most is your diligence and specific pieces of advice – especially when it came to finding new homes for various items. The contacts you gave us are invaluable and we will keep them for future reference. We also liked the care with which you packed the items, especially the artwork. We greatly appreciated your advice about storage in the new place…and thanks for measuring the kitchen to let us know what size table will work there!”

    Michal S.
    Toronto Downsizing and Space Planning Client
  • “I recently had to get my house ready to sell with an active 10-month old underfoot and absolutely could not have done it without Toby and Anne. They came in and did EVERYTHING, I like that they kept pictures of my family around and incorporated other personal touches throughout. I would definitely make Toby and Anne my first call the next time I need to stage a house in Toronto.”

    Helen J.
    Homeowner
  • “Let me tell you in one sentence what you meant to us during and prior to our move: WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!” that says it all! Your upbeat attitudes, hard work, attention to detail were astonishing and calming throughout a very difficult move. The fact that John had hurt himself did not help. Only knowing you were coming made me pull myself together. I will be singing praises about you to all I know! Many thanks to you both!”

    Henriette and John
    East York Downsizing Clients
  • “Can’t thank-you enough. The staging was a huge part of its success – 122% of sale price achieved.”

    Shannon B.
    Real Estate Agent
  • The Art of Order did such a wonderful job staging the house for resale without making look “staged”. Total professionals making the whole process stress free, including contacts for top notch movers and contractors for those small detail jobs.
    Toby and Anne have a great eye for design and it was fun to watch our belongings and rooms transform into welcoming spaces. It was a really great experience.

    Johanne T.
    Staging and Decluttering client
  • “They have done an incredible job! We wanted to move back in!”

    Bev S.
    Leslieville Staging Client
  • “I was at the condo today and I wanted to thank you both very much for the great job did sorting, organizing so many items and staging my Mother’s townhouse. Also, thank-you for setting aside the special jewellery and other personal items. You ladies did a super job!”

    Gord A.
    Scarbororough Executor - Estate Clearing
  • “Toby and Anne have been my “GO-TO” stagers for many years and for several good reasons. I wouldn’t list a property without them. Their suggestions, their work ethic, their professionalism, their consideration and kindness to my clients and their brilliant skill in preparing a house for the market. I enjoy watching this amazing team in action and I have been completely awestruck each and every time. My personal recommendation, is The Art of Order, for anyone looking for friendly, professional and fun experience. My clients love them both!”

    S. A.
    REA
  • “Dan and I thought both of you were very efficient and thorough, and well prepared. We will recommend you to any of our friends who might require your services.”

    Judy S.
    Moore Park Downsizing , Decluttering and Staging clients
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We would like to hear from you

We are open from Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Evenings and weekends by appointment

Connect

416 705-3317

toby@theartoforder.ca

Payments

416 402-1593

anne@theartoforder.ca