By: LiliAnn Paras | March 2, 2021 | Local , Beyond The Brand | Colts Neck
Melodee Peters moved to Colts Neck from Los Angeles and recently opened OCD Spaces, building on an idea that came to her while she was spending time home due to the pandemic.
The initials, OCD, for “Organization, Closet & Design” reveal a deeper meaning: Melodee discovered her diagnosis of OCD has been a great asset in the organization business. Meet Melodee Peters, owner of OCD Spaces.
CM: What services does OCD Spaces offer?
Melodee: OCD Spaces focuses on giving homes what I call a ‘space lift’. I renovate space– sometimes ‘gutting’ and installing cabinets for offices, entertainment centers, closets, etc., down to addressing the basics of cleaning out a room and ordering new furniture and organization systems. Decluttering, utilizing every area to its best capability, and giving the room a sense of tranquility are my specialties.
CM: How did you get started?
Melodee: When the pandemic happened, I realized I had a personality that needed to create something. Since 2012, I had worked in homes for high profile families in Los Angeles as a house manager/personal assistant and nanny. I had extensive experience figuring out the unique dynamics of each household and how they ran their lives. Through the years I developed a knack for organization and design after living in and taking care of the eccentric homes of the rich and famous. I became a client service director for a top recording studio in Hollywood that equally helped shape me to provide only the best care for my clients’ needs and wants, and to execute the tasks with ease. All of my jobs were demanding and my clients were exacting, sharing my high standards. I remember pondering all of my past work experience and realizing what I loved most through it all. And just like that! I had an “Ahha” moment and everything seemed to make sense. I enrolled in a design course, and Bob and Anita Montesano from Builders Architectural Millwork reached out to me. We have teamed up to do remodels and kitchen/closet design.
CM: What is the best part, as well as some of the challenges?
Melodee: I find happiness and peace in making visions come to life for people. I love providing a stress-free organized space where clients don’t have to “sweat the small stuff” but instead can focus on what matters most to them. The best part of my business is that every client and project is different! Whether someone wants to bring their dream closet to life, or a frazzled mom just needs a system for her kids’ playroom, I am able to design a space specific to their lifestyles. The challenging part of my business is also the same reason why I thrive in it: the ever so changing personality of each client. Ideas change quickly and so do purchase orders!
CM: What sets you apart from others in the same business?
Melodee: Being diagnosed with OCD actually serves me well, as my eye catches imperfections more easily than for others. The authenticity and functionality of each space I create also sets me apart from other organizers and designers. I make bold moves with confidence and take charge in homes that do not know how to function efficiently.
CM: What do you enjoy doing when not working?
Melodee: I am an avid runner. Well, I was until I moved to New Jersey (which I call Narnia because it is so cold all the time). I love singing and playing piano. I draw, paint and have music on 24/7. I have a weird obsession with goats right now and love to take my son to visit them down the road from our house. I am the epitome of a right-brained woman and I stand proud of that!
CM: Favorite quote or philosophy?
Melodee: My pastor once said, “The worst thing you could do is tell yourself ‘tomorrow’”. No more waiting. There’s never going to be “the right time” and tomorrow is never promised.
You can reach Melodee Peters by emailing info@ocdspacesnj.com, by calling 310-867-0047, or visit her page on Instagram @ocdspacesnj.
