The start of a new year brings a renewed sense of possibility for many Filipino households. After months of family gatherings, holiday hosting, and busy daily routines, the desire for a fresh start at home feels especially strong.

Anchoring on this fresh start mindset, Anko, Australia’s much-loved home and lifestyle brand, hosted a Decluttering and Storage Workshop at Anko TriNoma, led by Christine Dychiao, the first Filipina KonMari®-certified consultant and founder of Tidying From Within. The session focused on practical, affordable storage solutions that help households organize their homes sustainably, without the pressure of a once-a-year overhaul.

During the workshop, she demonstrated how Anko’s storage solutions can be fully utilized across different areas of the home, from bedrooms and kitchens to bathrooms and shared family spaces.

The workshop also marked Anko’s first community-focused activity of 2026, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to supporting everyday Filipino living through quality, practical items at affordable price points.

Begin With the Spaces You Use Every Morning

Dychiao advises starting with spaces that affect daily flow the most, particularly in the morning. “Start with the area that already overwhelms you. It could be your bedroom, your bathroom, or your closet. When that one space feels calmer, it changes the tone of your entire day,” she shared.

In bedrooms, Anko’s Bed Linen Boxes (₱400) help store spare sheets and bedding neatly in one place, while Linen-look Underbed Shoe Organizers (₱490) maximize unused space and keep footwear out of sight but easy to access. These solutions allow households to maintain order without adding visual clutter.

Choose Storage That Blends Naturally Into Your Home

Rather than using purely utilitarian containers, Dychiao highlighted the importance of choosing storage that feels intentional and visually blends with every home style.

Warm neutrals, linen finishes, and textured materials help soften the look of organizing systems. Anko’s Linen Look Tapered Rectangle Basket (₱440), 2 Tone Flat Felt Basket (₱530), and Rectangle Boucle Basket with Stripe Lines (₱440) provide functional storage while complementing bedrooms, bathrooms, and utility areas, helping homes feel organized without feeling overly structured.

Balance What You Keep Visible With What You Store Away

Rather than hiding everything behind closed doors, Dychiao encourages visible storage that supports awareness, helping people remember what they already own and avoid unnecessary purchases.

In the kitchen, Anko’s storage solutions are designed to support daily cooking, food storage, and household routines.

Dychiao demonstrated how Anko’s Clear Rectangle Turntable (₱530) and Plastic Spinning Organizer (₱250) make frequently used items easier to reach, while 2 Compartment Fridge Storage (₱490) helps keep food organized and fresher for longer. She also highlighted the use of Anko’s Fridge Deodorizer (₱130), a simple yet often overlooked solution that helps keep refrigerators smelling fresh, especially in busy family households.

“These are small tools, but they make a big difference when used correctly,” Dychiao shared, emphasizing that practical storage reduces food waste and improves daily efficiency.

Affordability and Quality That Support Daily Living

A key takeaway from the session was that effective organizing does not require expensive systems. Instead, it relies on choosing items that are durable, functional, and reasonably priced.

Anko’s storage range allows households to build organizing systems gradually, using affordable, quality items that can be adapted as needs change. With affordable price points, shoppers can refresh their spaces without overcommitting financially.

This practical approach aligns with Anko’s mission to make everyday living brighter for Filipino families through accessible design.

Treat Organizing as Part of Everyday Wellness

Beyond aesthetics, Dychiao emphasized that organization plays a role in overall well-being. “When we cannot find what we need, or when we are surrounded by too much, our body responds with stress. Organizing creates space for calm.”

Simple food containers for portioning and meal prep support healthier habits, while skincare essentials like under-eye patches and nourishing facial oils are more likely to become part of daily self-care routines when stored visibly and within reach.

As Filipino households embrace a fresh start energy for 2026, Anko remains committed to supporting everyday organization with practical, stylish, and affordable storage solutions. Shoppers can look forward to monthly workshops throughout the year, offering expert-led guidance that shoppers can adapt to their own lifestyles.

For more home and lifestyle inspirations, visit Anko at Ayala Malls TriNoma, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Ayala Malls Feliz, Alabang Town Center, and Glorietta 2. Follow @anko_philippines on Instagram and TikTok, or sign up for upcoming sessions through Anko Club at anko.com/anko-club.