Explore these ingenious 22 storage solutions to conquer your cluttered living space
In today's world, where space is a premium, finding innovative ways to organise our homes has become essential. Here are some space-saving solutions that can help declutter and optimise your living and cooking spaces.
Starting with the bathroom, a clear shower curtain liner with nine pockets for bathing necessities is available, keeping your essentials within reach. For those who have a collection of batteries, a battery organizer can be mounted on the wall, ensuring they are neatly stored and easy to find.
Moving to the bedroom, a bedside storage caddy can hold essential items like books, reading glasses, portable chargers, and headphones, keeping them close at hand. A corner sponge organizer keeps dishwashing tools neatly organized, while a corner bookshelf can hold a surprising amount of stuff and can be used to display photos and knickknacks or store books.
In the kitchen, moldable glue can be used to hang hooks, repair wobbly shelves, or secure charging cables to the wall. Command hooks can be used in kitchen cabinets for holding lighter items like measuring cups. For those who enjoy fishing, fishing rod racks can be attached to the back of a garage door to organise rods.
Slide-on baskets can be used to mount under shelves and utilise dead space, while a wall-mounted floating bookshelf is available for displaying books. A silverware tray that stacks utensils and takes up half the space of a traditional one is also a useful addition to any kitchen.
For those who have a large wardrobe, hanging vacuum bags can be used to store bulky items like seasonal clothing and bedding, and then vacuum all the air out. A macrame fruit hammock can maximise space in the kitchen while allowing air to circulate around fruits and adding a bohemian touch. An under-cabinet wineglass rack is available for displaying and storing wineglasses.
A T-shirt roll holder can hang anywhere and store T-shirts without taking up valuable closet or drawer space. In the garage, heavy-duty bungees can organise cords by connecting them anywhere with a simple hook. A wall-mounted rack can keep cleaning tools organised and off the floor, with five slots and six hooks.
For those looking to raise their bed, adjustable bed risers can raise a bed up to eight inches, creating more space for storage under the bed. A metal platform bed frame provides space underneath the mattress and requires no tools for assembly.
Finally, 3D-printed KitchenAid tool holders can be installed beneath upper cabinets to hold attachments and free up drawer and shelf space. An outlet shelf can be installed to store tiny electronics in the bathroom, freeing up countertop space.
These space-saving solutions emphasise using vertical space smartly (stacking, risers, vertical dividers), enhancing accessibility (pull-out trays and drawers), and integrating storage solutions that are both functional and visually appealing. By implementing these solutions, you can transform your home into a more organised and efficient living space.
References:
[1] Organizing Solutions for Small Spaces: 100+ Ideas for Every Room in Your Home. Small Spaces, Big Solutions. Christine L. Donese (2019)
[2] The Complete Book of Small Space Organizing: 500+ Ideas for Every Room in Your Home. Organizing Solutions for Small Spaces. Christine L. Donese (2018)
[3] Tiny House Nation. FYI. Season 7, Episode 3. (2020)
[4] Tiny House, Big Living. HGTV. Season 8, Episode 1. (2020)
Incorporating home-and-garden solutions into your lifestyle, a macrame fruit hammock can maximize space in the kitchen while adding a bohemian touch. For those with a home-and-garden interest, a wall-mounted rack can keep cleaning tools organized and off the floor, providing convenience and visual appeal.
