For many homeowners in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area, the dream of a serene, organized home often feels out of reach. Between busy work weeks, raising families, and the sheer volume of "stuff" that accumulates over time, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Melissa Klug, the founder of Home By Eleven, understands this struggle because she lived it. After nearly two decades in corporate marketing at Fortune 500 companies, an unexpected career shift allowed her to turn her passion for order into a mission: helping others rediscover the joy in their own homes.

Based in Apple Valley, Melissa is not just an organizer; she is a Master Certified KonMari® Consultant, one of fewer than 300 people globally to achieve this prestigious status. Her business, named after her family's lucky number eleven, is built on the belief that everyone deserves a home they truly love.

A Personalized Approach to Every Home

Melissa knows that organization is not a one size fits all solution. While she is a global expert in the KonMari® Method, she meets every client exactly where they are on their journey. For some, that means the full Marie Kondo treatment, working through the five categories of clothing, books, papers, "komono" (miscellany), and sentimental items to ensure everything kept truly "sparks joy." For others, it means a more flexible, traditional approach tailored to their specific personality type and daily habits.

Whether you are a "Type A" person who needs a meticulous label for everything or a "Type B" individual looking for a more laid-back, adaptable system, Melissa focuses on creating functional spaces that are easy to maintain.

The "Fairy Godmother" Experience

One of the most popular features of Home By Eleven is the variety of ways you can work with Melissa. If you are ready to roll up your sleeves, you can work side-by-side with her to learn the skills of decluttering. However, if your schedule is simply too packed, she offers a "fairy godmothering" service. Like waving a magic wand, Melissa can handle the entire process for you while you are at work or taking the kids to hockey practice. You return home to a transformed space, completely skip the stress, and finally breathe easy.

Beyond the Closet: Specialized Services

While many focus on clothes, Melissa has a self-proclaimed "superpower" for one of the most dreaded areas of the home: paperwork. She thrives on creating systems for unruly documents, turning stacks of stress into organized files. Her services cover every corner of the house, including:

Kitchens and Pantries: Turning chaotic cabinets into functional culinary spaces.
Garages and Basements: Tackling the large-scale storage areas that often feel impossible.
Virtual Organizing: Helping clients across the country through her "Overwhelmed to Organized Blueprint" course and personalized written plans.
Donation Haul-Away: A signature benefit where Melissa takes away all donations and provides the tax receipt, saving you the headache of extra errands.

A Mission Rooted in Empathy

Having transitioned from a high-stress corporate career to entrepreneurship, Melissa brings deep empathy to her work. She understands the emotional weight that belongings can carry and helps her clients let go of items with gratitude. As a "medium-ist" rather than a strict minimalist, she believes in keeping what you love while clearing away the clutter that causes anxiety. From Northern News Now to KARE 11, Melissa is a recognized voice in the industry, dedicated to proving that an organized, joyful life is achievable for everyone in the Twin Cities.