Whether your home is large or small, you may find yourself looking for ways to incorporate extra storage into your space. Here are some great storage ideas to generate the extra space that you need.
- Add shelves under an open stairway for shoes, books or other accessories
- Customize your closet by adding extra shelves and hooks
- Install a foldable or drop down table
- Place drawers or storage bins under your bed
- Make a floating desk or night stand to maximize space
- Use a pants hanger to organize jewellery
- Put decorative storage boxes or baskets in the space above or below cabinets or other furniture that has enough space
- Hang lightweight window boxes on the bathroom wall for towels and other light items
- Add a pegboard wall in the garage for tools and utensils
- Hang your pots and pans on a rack or rod
- Install a magnetic knife bar to save space and keep sharp utensils out of drawers
- Add extra shelving or used lockers in your mud or laundry room
- Hang folding chairs on the wall as stowable shelving
- Utilize the space behind closet and bedroom doors with hooks, mirrors or hanging rails
- Invest in a Murphy bed that tucks away when not needed.
For some really unique ideas and additional storage solutions check out “25 Of The Best Space-Saving Design Ideas For Small Homes”, “53 Insanely Clever Bedroom Storage Hacks and Solutions” and “11 Small Apartment Ideas: Create more space following these simple steps“
