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10 Clothes Storage Ideas When You Have No Closet

Instead of stressing out, think outside the closet. We’ve compiled 10 innovate clothes storage ideas that will transform the way you see storage.

What do very old homes and small, ultramodern apartments sometimes have in common? A troubling lack of closet space.

In these types of situations, you have to deconstruct the way you think about storage. You’re going to literally live with your decisions, so home decor and design become part of the equation, too. It’s an interesting challenge, but one that can offer unique and colorful results.

We’ve compiled 10 innovate clothes storage ideas that will help you see your closet situation (or lack thereof) in a whole new light.

No closet, no problem.

10 Smart Clothes Storage Ideas

1. Repurpose an old trunk.

“A great way to store items is to use a wood trunk,” home blogger Jackie Hausler says. “Not only are trunks stylish, but they also hide items that would normally be out and about, making a room cluttered. “

With a little love, you can transform any trunk to match your room’s decor.

“I took an old trunk I found at an antique store and brought it back to life with some wood stain and upholstery fabric,” she explains. “Now, it is as good as new and can be used for a variety of storage options. I think it is the perfect hideaway for accessories like hats and purses! Put it at the foot of your bed, or in your living room; trunks look wonderful in any room you choose!”

2. Add a shelved rack.

“If you have a spot outside your door to the garage (most of us do), where you can set up a simple shelf, this is a great spot for shoes to rest before kids cross the threshold,” Samantha, a professional organizer, National Association of Professional Organizers member and home blogger says. “This means shoes will always be exactly where you look – the first time. No more searching around the house. No more not finding a match.”

You can also use the rack as a home for your socks. Assign each member of your family a bin and fill it with their socks, keeping those easy-to-misplace pairs together and ready to go whenever anyone heads out the door.

PRO TIP: Put a chair or two near the rack, if you have the space. This helps discourage the practice of putting on or taking off shoes in other rooms of the house, which can easily lead to mud, dirt, leaves and other grime getting tracked onto clean floors or carpeting.

Read Also: How to Use the Four-Box Technique When You Have Too Much Stuff

3. Try a detached wardrobe rack.

If you simply want to mimic a traditional closet, opt for a clothes rack (you can find one at IKEA for as little as $9.99.) If your clothing rack is small, be strategic about how you fill it to get the most out of your space.

“A MUST is to use all of the same hangers, professional organizer Jennifer Ford Berry says, “and they MUST be slimline if you are short on space.”

You can also double your hanging space by using pop can tabs. Slide your first hanger’s hook through the top of the tab, and hand a second hanger from the bottom of the tab.

4. Use the space under your bed.

The space under your bed may have been a little scary when you were a kid, but there’s no reason to be afraid: we’ve checked, and there are no monsters. In fact, the space beneath your bed is a great place to organize and protect your shoes and handbags.

It’s also a good spot to store heavy sweaters, since you’ll avoid those unwanted stretched-out shoulder marks caused by hangers.

Use rolling storage drawers, short plastic bins, and other under-the-bed storage containers that fit nicely in this small space. If your bed is too low to the ground to fit storage underneath it, opt for simple bed risers (they’re not just for dorm rooms!) or shipping pallets. You can find many stylish options online, or choose to keep your storage drawers hidden with a longer bed skirt.

5. Hang your accessories.

If you’re like most of us (I know I am guilty), you probably forget about your jewelry, scarves and other accessories because they’re not stored in plain sight. Instead of tucking these items away, embrace your flair by making it part of your room’s decor.

Use Command hooks, wall organizers or even just thin nails to display jewelry. When it comes to trickier items, like tights and scarves, Julie Ann from Julie Ann Art recommends using a clothes hanger: simply tie each item in a knot around the hanger and put it on display. The hanger also fits nicely on a detached clothes rack!

6. Install a picture ledge.

Picture ledges are great way to open up storage opportunities when you don’t have a lot of floor space. Install one on an open wall, and attach a rail to its underside. This will let you hang hooks for clothes, bags and jackets. You can also choose to screw in cup hooks to the bottom, allowing you to hang lighter items, like tank tops or necklaces. Use the top of the ledge to hold sunglasses, handbags or shoes.

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7. Rethink your bookcase.

Instead of filling your bookcases with, well, books, rethink the way you see those shelves. Use the space to store t-shirts, pants, sweaters and other items that work well folded, like Samantha did. It’s also a good way to place to keep your jewelry, shoes and accessories. Plus, you won’t have to worry about rummaging around drawers to find your favorite sweatshirt or go-to party necklace, since it will all be easily visible.

If you don’t like keeping all of your items exposed, install a rod and hang decorative curtains to cover them up.

8. Think upwards.

Another way to fake a closet is by hanging a clothes rod from the ceiling. Install strong hooks to your ceiling, and attach rope to dangle below both of them. Tightly tie your rope along a rod as long as the distance between the two hooks will allow, giving you a place to hang your wrinkle-prone items that can’t be folded away. If you space is tall enough (and your rope is strong enough), you can add another rod below your first one for double the hanging space.

9. Take advantage of other rooms.

Who says your clothes have to stay in your bedroom? If your living room, dining room, home office or hallways have extra space you aren’t necessarily using, take full advantage by utilizing these areas for clothes storage. Keep your items concealed by using dressers that can double as TV stands, side tables or buffets.

Read Also: 53 Ways to Eliminate Clutter and Chaos

10. Rotate clothes are out of season.

Courtesy of A Hume Country Clothing

If you’re short on space, the best way to get the most out of your home is by cycling out clothes that are out of season. Chances are you aren’t going to need your winter coat and wool sweaters in the summer, or your sundresses and flip flops in the winter. So why let them take up precious space? Keep these items safe by placing them in sealed plastic bins, trunks or suitcases in a safe and dry part of your home.

No storage space for your wardrobe?

You’ve spent a lot of time (and money) building your wardrobe. Store it right! If a lack of space is forcing you to make decisions that are detrimental to your clothes, your space and the way you live, it’s time for self storage.

Life Storage can help get you started. With a variety of storage space options to choose from, we can protect all of your valuable items. Check out our website to contact us to find a storage facility near you.

About the Author

Molli Spear

Molli is an expert in all things related to moving, storage, and home organization. She graduated from Niagara University with a Bachelor's degree and spent several years of her career in the self storage industry. As a mother of three and a stay-at-home mom, Molli knows how difficult it can be to stay organized at home when things are feeling a little cramped. That's why she contributes to the Life Storage Blog.

22 Genius Storage Tricks for Small Bedrooms Without Closets

Ngoc Minh Ngo

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Hang Extra Hooks

We spot several great small-space tips in this bedroom designed by David Kaihoi: 1) Mirror the inside of your closet doors. 2) Add hooks to the interior side of the doors for extra items and outfit planning. 3) Use bins to stay organized. Pro tip: If you don't need hooks for outfit planning, hang a dirty laundry bag there! It will take up less space than a structured hamper.

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Keep Shoes Up High

If you have an amazing shoe and accessory collection, why not flaunt it? Keeping your shoes on shelves in an armoire, tall dresser, or built-in cabinet will also make it easier to pick out your outfit since they'll be at eye level. In this dressing room designed by Aerin Lauder, the wallpaper is as dazzling as the shoe collection. "My grandmother had the same wallpaper in her office," she shares.

Corinne Mathern Design

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Work Around Awkward Angles

If you don't have a closet, but you do have a clothing collection, stay organized and polished with custom wall built-ins that store everything behind closed doors. In this bedroom design by Corinne Mathern, the built-ins provide extensive storage and accommodate the irregular ceiling structure. They're also less deep than your typical dresser and armoire—a win for small bedrooms.

Shawn Henderson

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Optimize a Corner

Don't have a closet? Wardrobes work just as well and can make a design statement in your room. This stunning piece will have you admiring it every time you pass by. If you have an awkward and empty corner, invest in a great dresser or armoire that can bring it to life while also giving you an extra place to store all your items. This texture-rich corner in a small bedroom designed by Shawn Henderson can hold intimates and more.

Brie Williams

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Make It Feel Like a Boudoir

Designer Ariene Bethea's bedroom features a fun bedspread and wild Etsy bolsters. The mannequin and mirror give it a swanky dressing room vibe. Plan out and display outfits with a mannequin or use it as a makeshift coat rack. It's a pretty way to stay organized in an open space like a bedroom when your closet is too small. A vintage or antique-inspired option is the way to go.

Shapeless Studio

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Install Touch-Latch Doors

Flush with the walls, this closet disappears into the primary bedroom designed by Shapeless Studio, providing plenty of clothing storage without infringing upon the living space physically or visually. If you don't have the option of pulling out the power drills for custom builds, you can still utilize your wall with rods and floating shelves.

James Merrell

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Use the Back of Your Door

Don't worry, your hat addiction is in good hands. A series of hooks can turn an empty wall space or the back of a door into the perfect place for storing your caps, sunhats, and beanies, as Kate Reid proves in this cozy bedroom.

Anna Spiro Design

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Line Your Cabinets With Fabric

If your storage includes glass or wire doors, line them with a pretty fabric. This will hide all your stored clothing and add a little style to your bedroom and keep it from looking too crowded with clothing. You can use velcro to fasten the fabric if you don't know how to sew. We love the tight print designer Anna Spiro chose here to complement the cream paint and brass hardware.

Julian Wass

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Distract With Beautiful Patterns

A floral fabric brightens up this open bedroom closet designed by Gary McBournie, which he upholstered for a soft effect. The adjacent primary bedroom features curtains in the same fabric for a cohesive whole.

Robert Peterson

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Create Privacy With Barn Doors

Alison Victoria created a 360-degree rotating closet system with Closet Works that features a hidden full-length mirror and ample storage for shoes. Sourced from the Corbel, French doors that date back to the 1800s close off the modern space, which opens right up into the bedroom.

Tamsin Johnson Interiors

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Dress Up Enclosures

Add some fancy ornamentations to your existing doors or built-in enclosures to give them a more polished look, like faux moldings and chic cabinet pulls. Use this stylish and sophisticated bedroom designed by Tamsin Johnson Interiors as a model.

Fantastic Frank

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Use a Coat Rack

It helps to buy hangers specific to the item to maximize what little space you do have. Pants, for example, can easily slide on and off of pants hangers thanks to their open-ended design. And you'll be able to fit more into your closet since they hang flat against each other. But when you truly have no space for bulkier items like coats, keep a coat rack in the corner of your bedroom so it looks organized even if it has to be out in the open.

Leanne Ford Interiors

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Remove the Doors

Leanne Ford decided to remove the doors from this closet to make the bedroom feel large and more open. Plus, it probably motivates the occupant to stay organized since it's all out in the open. Doubling up your closet space is as easy as hanging up another bar. Speaking of which, choose a system that also includes hooks for maximum versatility. You can double up the number of clothes you store in your closet by adding a second level with a rod.

Shari Francis

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Use Up Every Last Inch of Space

Store all unseasonal items either under the bed or in hard-to-reach spots in your closet. This bedroom designed by Shari Francis has bonus storage space above the closet, which may not be convenient for everyday items but is perfect for extra suitcases or outerwear. And, if you don't have any more closet space to speak of, consider storing out-of-season items under the bed in boxes or invest in a savvy bed with a built-in platform that sits under the mattress for storage.

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Build Into the Walls of a Connected Hallway

"Because my bedroom, bath, and closet are in the attic of my house, space is at a premium," says designer Time Clarke. And that didn't stop him from making it work. "I utilized the angled areas under the eaves and installed hanging bars and pullout shelves. It's all perfectly hidden behind tongue-and-groove paneling with invisible touch-latch doors. I sleep in my closet!" If you need to cram bulky things like sweaters and jeans in there, too, vacuum bags will become your best friend.

Thomas Loof

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Get Creative With Furniture

This genius small space solution gets a lot done while taking up as little of the floor as possible. Juan Carretero flanked the bed with two custom, ceiling-high armoires that function as closets, and the niche beneath the built-in sconce functions as a bedside table. Another similar clever solution? A storage bench or trunk at the end of the bed for more clothes that doubles as seating.

Kevin Scott

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Install Layered Shelving

Layer one wall with shelving, or make one row stretch along the perimeter of the bedroom. You can use it to store everything from books to accessories, blankets, purses, shoes, and more. Designed by Studio DIIA, the exposed shelf above the bed houses books, the upper cabinets corral linens, and the closet across from the bed stores clothing. This is especially smart if you have high ceilings and can afford to use more of your vertical space without eating into useable floor room.

Closet Stalker/The Krazy Coupon Lady

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Hang Pants on S-Hooks

Save shelf space by hanging your pants with belt loops on S-hooks. This way, you can easily make them more compact. Bonus: You can see them all much better when you're choosing which pair to wear.

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Decor 8

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Similarly, You Can Go Behind Your Bed

Ready for storage and style? In this all-white room, the colorful hanging clothes almost act as a headboard.

See more at Decor 8.

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IKEA

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Use a Clothing Rack

The best thing about this organizer is that your clothes will be on display at all times, so you'll learn quickly which items you love and which ones you can toss or donate.

BUY NOW Turbo Clothing Rack, $50

The Container Store

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Hang Shoes on the Door

Use the door to your bedroom to store shoes. If you don't have a ton of shoes, the empty slots can store sweaters and other clothes.

BUY NOW Over the Door Shoe Rack, $40

The Lily Pad Cottage

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Use Your Bed Frame

Brown wicker baskets snuggled into this bed frame are perfect for storing shoes and sweaters. Plus, a cozy white blanket could almost conceal this storage spot entirely.

See more at The Lily Pad Cottage.

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Ideas for storing things in a small apartment: how to compactly stow and where to place clothes, a life hack for organizing areas for placing items

People choose housing according to different parameters and footage is not always a priority. Often, a good location near a transport interchange or office has more weight. Then the layout and zoning of a small-sized room is of particular importance and all the interesting ideas for creating a storage system in a small apartment will come in handy, which can only be implemented without any special financial costs.

Basic rules for saving space

For many, comfort and convenience are in the first place, and only then are the style features of the design. But it is possible to combine these elements if you carefully look at possible solutions and use the advice of experts, proven in practice.

Built-in wardrobes

A universal option when you need to hide something away, and then quickly find and take it. At the same time, they are convenient if over time a lot of things accumulate in a small apartment and the storage area should be of impressive size, but not clutter up the main part. The advantage is that a significant number of items can be placed on shelves and drawers, which will be there in a strict order. If the height is sufficient, then the problem will be solved in the most elegant way.

Balcony

This is a great opportunity to pack what is not urgently needed. The glazed version is especially valuable. And if there is a rack there, then this can be considered a gift of fate, since it immediately becomes clear where to put away, where to store and how to place things in a small apartment that are not required daily, but only in a certain season. These include skis, sleds, empty canning jars, and a host of other essentials.

Hanging modules and shelves

When every centimeter is valuable, space should be filled thoughtfully and the use of vertical surfaces becomes the most valuable resource. Additional space is provided by the inner sides of the doors and the walls, where a full-fledged closet does not fit, and its individual elements are quite suitable in size. We need not only smooth boards, but also mesh capacious baskets. With their help, ideas and a storage system in a small room immediately acquire additional resources. There you can place bags, household items, accessories and other items that are needed constantly.

The use of hooks, brackets and hangers

Ideal for the corridor and, oddly enough, the bathroom. And as soon as the option appears, how various products can be placed in a suspended state, the constant mess immediately disappears, everything takes its own place and taking the desired item is easy and simple.

Making the most of your kitchen space

The basic principle: everything that is possible is formed and transformed. This applies to the cutting and dining table, chairs and even places to store dishes. An excellent solution - retractable surfaces and cabinets. Sets of pots and pans with removable handles will be another reserve for optimizing the territory. Multi-tier dryers will free up the horizontal through the use of the vertical. It is also worthwhile to reasonably approach the placement of spices, cereals and other products. Sectional drawers will bring order, and hanging shelves - another opportunity to arrange the little things in a certain order.

Upholstered furniture-transformer

The bed turns into a comfortable sofa, immediately freeing almost a meter and becomes cozy armchairs. And you won’t have to refuse guests an overnight stay, since there are always spare places to sleep and not to the detriment of general comfort.

Reserves in bathrooms and toilets

Even in the smallest room there are free corners, and spaces above the front door, which many people forget about and completely in vain. And a niche under the sink will also come in handy. Sectional whatnots and racks are easily installed there, which are not afraid of high humidity. An additional dryer will always keep towels warm and dry. Baskets located on a single basis will create an appropriate entourage and become a convenient storage for household trifles or hygiene items, hiding them from public view.

Non-standard arrangement of shelves and drawers

Sometimes the inertia of thinking makes it difficult to see a simple solution to a problem. When looking for options on how to compactly fit and store things in a small apartment, it is worth considering all the possibilities, even unexpected ones. So, preference is given to the vertical and the following combinations open here:

drawers with hooks and brackets on the outside;
mirrors on the doors;
space above the door;
grids and shelves on the refrigerator door and end walls;
convenient storage under the windowsill;
additional shelving unit between hanging cabinet and cutting table in the kitchen.

The options are not limited, you just need to carefully study the layout and find hidden reserves.

Divide rooms into zones with storage systems

Often people are annoyed that just a few centimeters are not enough to feel spacious in the living room or cozy in the bedroom. No one will allow you to destroy the walls, but you can adopt the Japanese principle and use not screens, but artistically designed stable racks that combine practical and aesthetic functions. It is convenient to put books, decorative elements, flowers and artistic compositions in the niches of the front side. Functional little things are placed on the surfaces facing the working part.

System and storage in a small apartment by zones

In a small space, it is especially important to properly arrange things so that convenience is combined with ergonomics. There are many opportunities for this, if you approach the matter seriously and responsibly, using all available resources.

Kitchen

Modern furniture manufacturers offer options such as rotating carousel shelves that make available any part of a deep corner storage, pull-out elements or nested items. This allows you to arrange all the dishes and a small supply of food. Each item is selected taking into account the features of the layout and the overall concept.

Roomy furniture

It is advisable to immediately evaluate the proposed sets and kitchen corners in terms of usable volume. If they seem insufficient, or the sizes do not fit, then it is more profitable to order the necessary equipment according to your standards, as a base, using ready-made options.

Cabinets up to the ceiling

The more of them, the better, Only they should be located vertically. You can completely give one wall for such a structure, clearly distributing segments for items that are in demand daily and those that are needed much less often.

Shelves above the table

Often it is this corner that remains uncovered, and there you can place a lot of things you need. There will be appropriate bottles of wine or olive oil, jars of spices, decorative dishes, which will create a unique atmosphere of home comfort.

Hallway

Depending on the height of the ceiling, the total area and layout, you can consider several life hacks on how to store a lot of things in a small apartment, distributing them into different rooms and unloading the rooms. The entrance compartment allows you to use several secret places, which, if properly organized, will allow you to put objects of any size conveniently and out of sight.

Mezzanines

They will help to save free space, while they themselves will occupy the area under the ceiling above the entrance or interior door. In order for the design not to stand out from the interior, the facade and the lower fragment must match the color of the walls or be combined with other furniture, and also not block the light source. There are stationary, hinged and as furniture sections. An open option is also allowed, but it is not acceptable for everyone. An additional storage compartment for rarely used items lets you stow away winter jackets, repair supplies or other items that are not needed daily.

Hallway set

If space and layout allows, then this option would be the best solution. It looks organic, in the same style, completely protects products from dust and sunlight. The capacity depends on the model and the owner's imagination, since it is quite acceptable to use the end walls, as well as the facade for hooks and additional shelves, where household trifles in the form of keys, brushes or a shoe horn fit comfortably.

Mirror with secret

For a small apartment, an ordinary reflective canvas is an unaffordable luxury, but as a secret cabinet door, it will be exactly in its place. Even the height size can be placed if you correctly calculate the distance to the door and the light source.

High shoe rack

And again, the vertical comes to the rescue, where pairs of shoes for all seasons fit comfortably. Such an acquisition is especially valuable in families where there are children and it is difficult to keep order. By allocating his own compartment to each, it will be possible to accustom the younger generation to accuracy.

Bathroom

As a rule, space is in short supply here. Nevertheless, there are points where an additional whatnot or shelf simply asks. It is important to rationally use the opportunities that open up, and then all household details will fit in a segment that is small in area.

Corners

They often remain uncovered, and in fact, with the right location, there are quite spacious territories. It is best to use hinged models with the possibility of transformation. They will unload the horizontal and create an additional reserve. In this case, you do not have to bend over, everything you need will be at eye level and outstretched hand. Life hacks for storing things in a small apartment will come in handy here in full, since not everything needs to be bought. Much can be done on your own by creating a truly exclusive sample, which, in addition to practical value, will also have aesthetic value.

Washing machine area

A very convenient option for personal bath accessories, fabric softeners and other bottles and jars. The main thing is to calculate the weight so as not to overload the shelves.

Vanity unit

Such a luxurious opportunity to carefully place toilet paper, household chemicals and other household items should not be missed. You just need to make sure that the tap does not leak, otherwise the high humidity will simply destroy all stocks.

Secret places for little things

If you don’t want to constantly lose your razor, cotton swabs and a lot of other necessary little things, then you should get a convenient transparent organizer. It easily fits in any compartment, and through the wall you can clearly see what and where is located. Also suitable for glass jars. For towels, an additional bar is attached to the door. Toilet paper is attached to decorative ropes.

Bedroom

In addition to standard wardrobes and bedside tables, there are many original ways to place the necessary things without sacrificing comfort. Using all the reserves will help optimize the space and always have the right items within reach.

Multifunctional headboard

More and more people prefer a comfortable sleeping place to a sofa. A wide bar can also serve as a table for small things; a lamp or spotlight is often placed there. If a niche is provided, then textiles are placed in it.

Bed with drawers

They are located below, serve to store bed linen and cute accessories for sleep. It is worth considering that it is impossible to push them to the other side of the bed or rearrange them, so the installation area for this furniture is calculated in advance.

Dressing room behind curtain

A good solution for a small room, if a part needs to be hidden from prying eyes. This is especially true for non-standard layouts. You can visually expand the space by simply moving the fabric to the side.

Under bed cabinets

In this case, it is the horizontal that is most in demand. In order not to clutter up precious meters, the storage location is parallel to the floor, which is important for things that are not needed daily. Plus - the organization of additional boxes, minus - accelerated dust settling and not very comfortable conditions of use.

Child

It is always difficult to maintain order in this room, regardless of the age of the child. The ideal option is zoning with spot lighting. At the same time, it is important that a special segment is allocated for each type of thing and toys are not mixed with supplies for study or creativity.

Shelving above the bed

Simply made for your favorite books, soft toys or collection. Heavy is better not to put for safety. Sometimes it is reasonable to place an extra blanket or blanket, a decorative lamp, a charger for gadgets.

Wall cabinets

They become the best option for storing clothes, accessories and, in part, shoes in a small apartment. Bed linen and towels are also placed there. You definitely need a compartment for ceremonial suits or dresses, as well as shelves for knitwear and other small things. When laying them, the height of the child and the frequency of use of objects must be taken into account.

Door organizer

Bright soft pockets or mesh drawers are convenient for use. They are simultaneously used for learning by attaching letters, geometric shapes or animals to them, regularly changing the subject. The size is adjusted according to the purpose. Another use of space is a school uniform hanger.

Bookshelves

Many parents complain that their children do not read enough. The reason sometimes lies in the fact that with a shortage of free space, it is not always possible to understand where to put things in a small apartment and how to place them conveniently in the room, and there is no corner at all for printed materials. But if you think about the issue in advance, you will always be able to find opportunities. It is not necessary to specially buy a rack, it is enough to attach several planks at a convenient height for thin illustrated stories or favorite fairy tales and change books as the child reads and grows up.

Conclusion

You can equip a house with any of its area. The main rule is not to clutter up the space and immediately throw away the unnecessary. Then you can consider ways to organize storage in a small apartment and place a lot of things in rooms without sacrificing comfort, choose the ones you need and test them in practice, creating ideal living conditions for yourself.

Apartment storage ideas

A constant problem in almost any apartment is the lack of space. A lot of things are stored in the dwelling, and not always necessary. Inconvenient placement aggravates the situation. Ideas for storing things in the apartment will help free up space.

Contents

Any premise or room can be furnished in such a way that it will significantly increase its capacity. And the usual furniture for greater savings can be used in a non-standard way.

Item Ideas

To get started, consider some general storage ideas for furniture, drawers, cabinets and shelves. These places are comfortable and most suitable. With proper arrangement of things on them, it will be possible to save a large amount of space even in a small apartment.

Wardrobes

Wardrobes are one of the most practical storage spaces in a small apartment. At the same time, it is important to choose them wisely. The cabinet occupies both horizontal and vertical space in the room. And if the larger it is in breadth, the more useful space it will take, then everything is wrong with height.

Organizing storage in a cabinet

Normally, the space above the cabinet is not used in any way, because it is quite difficult to get to it. The maximum is to put something on top. However, this method is not always practical, because dust accumulates heavily on the cabinet. Therefore, it is best to purchase models as high as possible, to the floor. In this case, the cabinet will have much more capacity, occupying the same space on the floor. And dust will not accumulate inside it, which will ensure greater safety of things.

Floor-to-ceiling wardrobe, most spacious

Instead of a tall wardrobe, you can put two small ones, one on top of the other. Or a bedside table, depending on the possibilities. Here it is important to take into account the load, the lower cabinet must withstand the upper one. With this setting, it will turn out to free up space in the room.

Shelves

It is convenient to store things in a small apartment on shelves. They are placed on the walls without taking up floor space. With the help of them, it is easy to expand the room, and their installation will be cheaper than buying full-fledged cabinets. Yes, and it is possible to place shelves in places that are hard to reach for ordinary furniture.

Shelves do not take up floor space

Drawers

The apartments have a large number of places where almost no furniture or cabinets can fit. For example, the cavity under the coffee table is quite small. Or a place under the bathroom. There is a small area, but just like that, you can’t store anything in it.

Use boxes or baskets of various sizes to make use of these spaces. For the price they are quite cheap, but they will do a good job of storing small items of frequent use. The easiest way to buy plastic mesh baskets, they are often found in hardware or furniture stores.

Interior storage baskets

But please note that these are open containers. Unlike shelves in closed cabinets, dust will accumulate in them and something else can get in. Therefore, for storage in containers, you need to select the appropriate things or additionally protect them.

These boxes or baskets fit well under the bed, kitchen table, in the corner of the room and many other places in the apartment.

Storage baskets can be placed anywhere

Furniture as a place for storage

You can build a storage system under any furniture. The main thing is to choose it correctly. There are models of beds, the design of which includes linen boxes. There you can store bedding and seasonal items.

Functional bed with linen drawers

And some beds come with a large gap between the floor and the bottom. Usually this space is not involved in anything, but it takes up space. It's a good idea to store shoe boxes by stacking them in there. However, there are a few nuances that are important to consider. A large amount of dust accumulates in the cavity between the floor and the bed. Therefore, when storing things there, it will often have to be cleaned. If you plan to store items of clothing there, then you can additionally close them with something, for example, put them in vacuum bags.

Storage boxes under the bed

Exactly the same situation with the sofa. When folded, it is practical to store things on it. Or you can pre-purchase a model with a built-in drawer for bed linen.

It is possible to store things in almost any piece of furniture. It is important to choose the right one first. Ottomans with compartments for objects, sofas and beds with linen boxes, as well as many other utensils - all this can be used as a box for any items. This approach will save space in your home. This is especially true for small apartments, which constantly have problems with free space.

Sofa with storage space

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Placement of things for different rooms

Each room of the apartment has its own purpose. And depending on it, different things are stored everywhere. However, in small apartments in all rooms there is little free space. Therefore, the issue of placing things in different rooms should be approached carefully. Then it will be possible to ergonomically occupy the space of each of the rooms, while leaving a maximum of free space.

Entrance hall

The dwelling begins with the entrance hall, because there is a person who has crossed the threshold of the door. In small apartments, it is small in size. And piling up the hallway with furniture and many other items will lead to difficulties in being in it. Therefore, it is important to furnish it correctly.

Almost always put a wardrobe in the hallway. According to the recommendations, it should be chosen in height to the ceiling. Then it will have compartments and shelves for storing other things. However, it can be replaced.

Placement of the wardrobe in the hallway

If the hallway is small, instead of the wardrobe it will be convenient to use a floor hanger, which is smaller in horizontal dimensions. And above it you can place a wall shelf. After all, it does not take up free space.

Floor hanger suitable for small hallways

Hanging shelves can occupy almost all the walls in the hallway. You just need to choose the right height for them. It is also convenient to place hooks for clothes on the walls. With the right amount of them, no hangers are needed. And if you store outerwear in plastic bags, then there will be no need for a special closet for it.

Hanging shelves can replace the wardrobe

Thanks to this approach, it will be possible to free up space in the hallway. It is important not to overdo it. For example, you should not place shelves for small items at head level, because by chance you can hit them. And on closely spaced hooks, adjacent clothes will interfere with each other.

In addition to wardrobe items, it is convenient to store shoes in the hallway. For everyday boots, it is best to buy a shoebox. It is open type, so it will take up a minimum of space in the hallway. Also, shoes can be stored under a couch or chair, it is enough to cover the floor in that place. There are also special cabinets for shoes on which you can sit. Their use will further save space in the hallway.

Shoe cabinet saves space in the hallway

Corridor

Corridor connects the entrance hall with the rest of the apartment. Usually it is not involved in any way, nothing adds up to it. However, there are several ideas for storing things in the hallway. The first of these will be the same hooks as in the hallway. They are conveniently placed on the surface of one of the walls of the corridor. On such hooks you can hang light and small clothes, for example, summer jackets or shirts. At the same time, it practically does not take up space and will not interfere in cabinets or drawers.

Clothes hooks in the corridor

Some corridors have a storage room. The compartment with it is quite roomy, but it is not always possible to occupy it. Instead of shelves in the pantry, it is possible to install a built-in wardrobe for clothes or shoes. Its fully occupied is much easier, because it has more shelves. This is also a good way to save space in the hallway.

Wardrobe in the closet