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59 Home Organization Ideas for a Tidier Space
Home organization doesn't have to be complicated, as proven by DIY expert Jenni Yolo who knows that hooks and shelving hold ample power.Photo: Courtesy of Jenni Yolo
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Home organization can be quite a cathartic exercise: putting everything away exactly where it belongs, each individual item in a designated spot that has optimal functionality, no clutter in sight (just don’t open the entryway table drawers or peek under the kitchen cabinets). It’s full-blown ASMR–level tingle-inducing, right? Nope? Just us? Well, even if tidying up isn’t your thing, nothing says I have my life together, pinky promise like an organized space. And before fellow maximalists chime in, organization does not equate minimalism—it can mean quite the contrary, actually. Think of these home organization ideas as (hopefully) helpful hacks in getting the most out of your square footage, no matter how small your space may be. Read on for AD’s favorite home organization tips that ensure all of your prized possessions have a place to call home.
What is the easiest way to organize a house?
Traditionalists in home organizing might tell you that the easiest method is hiding everything away in kitchen cabinets, the linen closet, bins, and baskets. But creating a sparsely populated space is only practical if you can keep up with the storage solutions. That means each item must return to its home every time you’re done with it—even if that means those boots have to go back in their designated box, which happens to be under a pile of hats on the very top shelf of your closet (eek!).
An alternate approach? Incorporate home organization into your decor for items you use often or enjoy seeing. Expert DIY’er and the host of Magnolia Network’s show Makeover by Monday, Jenni Yolo, created a pegboard that doubles as storage and decoration. “I wanted something above the bench to look like art but also function as additional storage,” she says. “I love that the kids can display their favorite toys and use the pegs to hang things. It allows them to be creative and interactive, while still being something pretty.”
Yolo renovates old homes in Milwaukee where storage is often non-existent. So for her and her clients, an organization project and creativity often go hand in hand, and balance is always key. “Too much on display can look cluttered,” she says. “I like to put the pretty stuff on display, and in this instance, we built storage under the bench seat for the rest.”
Where do I start to organize my home?
“Start with the area driving you the most insane!” says Sara Losonci, founder of the New York City–based interior organizing service Shelfie.
“Typically, those areas are the common rooms in the home like the entryway or the kitchen, especially if you live with multiple people or have children,” she says. However, she notes that where you start might depend on what’s happening in your life that motivated you to want to declutter in the first place. For example, landing a new work-from-home job may call for innovative storage solutions in your bedroom to accommodate a new office nook.
Shara Kay, a certified professional organizer and the founder of SK Organizing in Beverly Hills, also says to start where you’re most frustrated. “Are you spending extra time getting dressed because you can’t find items in your closet or dresser? Do you hesitate to have guests over because living spaces are cluttered, or find it a struggle to cook because your countertops are crowded? Whatever is driving you crazy, start there,” she says.
How do I organize my house with too much stuff?
For certified KonMari organizing consultant Vivien Lee-Mayhue, who is also the founder of Tidy Up Los Angeles, weeding through that stuff comes before the organization project.
“As a certified KonMari consultant, I follow Marie Kondo’s method,” she says. “Instead of the usual declutter by room, we declutter by category in this order: clothing; books; paper; komono (a.k.a. miscellaneous) items found in the kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, home office, art/craft room, playroom, and garage; then sentimental pieces.” Lee-Mayhue appreciates this method for its specific order, which makes starting less overwhelming. After decluttering the entire home, she then organizes so that everything has its defined place.
Whatever organization ideas you choose—letting your frustration be your guide or taking a page from Marie Kondo’s book—keep these 59 home organization hacks in mind as you go.
1. Employ a home organization routine
“An important part of maintenance is building routines that support the level of organization you desire, such as a weekly routine for processing papers or a seasonal routine for rotating decor or clothing,” Kay says. “Organizing is a lifestyle, not a one-time event.
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Stop clutter in a small space before it starts. This Lindye Galloway Studio project is proof of that.
Photo: Chad Mellon
2. Stagger shelves
This is a solid option if you are not in the market for a DIY built-in project. Staggered shelving units are not only aesthetically pleasing, but they also allow you to play with height, which in turn provides more storage space for taller and more sculptural items. The trio of these CB2 shelves work as visual dividers to keep a small space, like a home office, neat and interesting.
3. Put shoes away
Shoes take up an unholy amount of space and seem to always be everywhere. Place a stylish entryway shoe rack to ensure the boots and sneakers don’t make their way beyond the foyer. This storage solution will also work wonders in a laundry room, especially if you use it as an entryway from a garage.
4. A catchall for every occasion
It’s no secret that a good catchall dish is vital to an organized home.
Stock up on trays and dishes to house your jewelry or random knickknacks. Natural stone dishes, like the honed onyx from CB2, works as an anchor to keeping minor clutter from being strewn about. You can also shop vintage dealers like Wildfang Home for unexpected pieces that start a conversation about storage ideas.
5. Stack storage
Effectively organize important documents take-out menus or warm weather accessories by using stackable bins that can neatly stack inside a closet or shelving unit. The bins can also be used in kitchen organization as food storage so you don’t have to stare at boxes of granola bars.
6. Designate a play space
Creating a specific playroom for the little ones is a great way to consolidate the inevitable mess of toys in an extra space. Choose a rug with stripes, plaids, or geometric patterns, like these from the new Heritage collection by Patterson Flynn, to center the room or nook.
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A comfy rug works like an anchor.
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7. Opt for a Murphy bed with built-in storage
Murphy beds are really ahead of the home organization and space-saving curve—especially ones that incorporate shelving and cabinetry. They optimize floor space and are perfect for any home, especially studio apartments.
8. Jars, jars, and more jars
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: Jars are the best organization hack ever. There’s one for every occasion. Check out these multiuse containers from Hay that are perfect for storing cotton swabs, cotton balls, or other bathroom necessities. Just take the jars room by room and see what odds and ends fit.
9. Try a fold-up desk
Just like a Murphy bed, this desk can be hidden away. The small surface will motivate you to stay organized and not let too much work pile up.
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10. Decant everything
There’s nothing like opening up a cabinet to see all of your grains, legumes, spices, and more decluttered in neatly aligned storage containers.
Go the extra mile and throw yourself a label-making party.
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11. Consider a storage bench
Whether it is built-in or freestanding, a bench with storage at the base could be just what you need. You could probably build one yourself. Think about a built-in bench that opens up for more storage, and top it off with some newly upholstered cushions. Built-in storage benches also make the perfect seating for any breakfast nook.
12. Go all-in on all-purpose bins
“My favorite all-purpose bins for laundry rooms, bathrooms, and inside kitchen cabinets are the Container Store plastic storage bins with handles,” Kay says. A bonus: They come in a variety of sizes and shades, including soft pink and aquamarine.
13. Use a bookcase for more than books
A tale as old as time but, hey, it really does work.
Add jars and trays to the shelves for maximum organization.
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14. Store clothing and blankets in the media stand
Is it a media stand, or is it a dresser? Question of the year at my house. For those of us who have a little too much clothing and way too little closet space, this is a great organization hack. No one needs to know your winter sweaters are piled high behind those sliding wood panels.
15. Invest in multiuse furniture
It’s no secret that dressers and armoires typically come with quite the hefty price tag. We suggest a piece of furniture that does all the things. Choose an armoire-and-dresser combo to ensure you have enough space to hang and fold.
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16. Hang what you can
Though we typically see hanging pots and pans in kitchens, organizing your more visually appealing cutting boards on your wall is another great way to clear up coveted countertop space.
17. Use wider shelves
Place larger objects like a record player or sculptural vase on wider shelves, or even add a chair and use a low-hanging shelf as a desk.
18. Organize with large trays
Place a bigger tray atop a coffee table or console table to house a variety of home goods. Take a cue from interior designer Joshua Smith and use trays to corral vases and plants.
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Designer Joshua Smith curates vases in a tray.
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19. Invest in cord organizers
“My favorite cord organizer, especially under desks, is a Cable Management Box that hides power strips and excess cord length,” Kay says. For those who work from home but occasionally head out to a coffee shop, a tech pouch by Peak Design guarantees organization, and it won’t have you searching for cords as you rush out the door.
20. Take stock of the linen closet
Still have a souvenir beach towel from spring break ’96 floating around in the depths of your linen closet? It may be time to bid that terrycloth goodbye. “Keep only towels and towel mats that you love to use,” Lee-Mayhue says.
“Donate the excess to animal shelters.”
Rule of thumb: If you wouldn’t display it, ditch it. Hang up only the best, like in this uncluttered bathroom by Lindye Galloway Studio.
Photo: Chad Mellon
21. Designate a daily drawer
“Use the most easily accessible top drawer of the vanity for your daily essentials—items like your hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, and deodorant,” Losonci says. That way, you can keep your bathroom counter clear and won’t have to dig through your medicine cabinet or makeup bag each day.
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If you know where things go, you’re more likely to put them away.
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22. Give caffeine a home
Removing all the bulky packaging from tea and placing individual tea bags in a container with compartments is very joyful, Lee-Mayhue says. Amazon sells stackable tea bag cases as well as containers for coffee pods.
23. Ditch plastic water bottles
If you’re still buying dozens of plastic water bottles, it’s time to invest in a personal glass water bottle.
Skipping plastic is, of course, better for the environment. It’s also extra appeasing for organization—no more crowding your counters with bulk water cases or your recycling bin with all those empty bottles.
24. Stick with dark-colored hand towels
It makes sense that in one of the most-used spots in your house, organization goes hand in hand with cleanliness. Stick with dirt-disguising dark hand towels and change them out frequently.
Darker towels mean fewer visible stains.
Photo: Cavan Images
25. Take over the mantel space
Mantels provide great ledges for leaning art, larger mirrors, and your ever-expanding collection of candles.
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26. Look for a stylish magazine rack
Magazine racks don’t have to be reminiscent of nail salons and doctor’s offices—they can be a funky gold or something more DIY like a boho macramé. Store magazines, and even smaller books, in a made-to-be-seen holder.
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Use risers under sinks“Use a riser or stacking bins to take advantage of the vertical space under sinks,” Kay says. “Then, group tall items together in bins organized by category, for example, hair, body, skin, first aid, etc.”
28. Tack on a sideboard
For some reason and no matter how big, kitchens can always use extra storage for organization. Roll-away sideboards are a useful way to add countertop space as well as house bowls and plates.
29. Make a gallery wall
Have extra frames lying around? Organize these bad boys in a fun pattern by creating a gallery wall. The beauty of this is you don’t have to commit to one large piece of art—you can swap frames whenever you pick up something new.
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Choose a theme for a cohesive look.
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30. Take advantage of hard-to-reach spots
Line sturdy door frames with antique bottles or decorative objects for a whimsical and unexpected vibe.
Decorate all the way to the top but be sure to add a ladder for practicality…and Old World charm!
Put a ladder on it, as seen in this Brad Ramsey Interiors project.
Photo: Paige Rumore
31. Make use of windowsills
Windowsills are an often overlooked organization-approved surface. However, they make the perfect countertop for all of those trinket dishes we were talking about earlier.
32. Go for a kitchen island with storage
Islands have long since been a kitchen-storage classic. If they have hidden shelf space, then all the better! You can stash away larger pots, pans, juicers, and even extra cookbooks.
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A neat kitchen in the home of interior designer Joshua Smith.
Photo: Lisa Romerein
33. Display stacked books
Make use of small decorative side chairs that your guests probably won’t want to sit on anyway (it’s not about comfort, it’s about style) by adding a neat stack of books.
Top it off with a vase filled with fresh peonies, and you’ve got a new favorite (and organized) corner.
34. Don’t be (too) afraid of the radiator
Even though safety most definitely comes first, you can add a thin tray on top of the radiator to house candles, vases, and even a potted plant or two during the hotter months when your radiator is turned off.
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35. Build shelves into the wall
By setting shelving units into the wall, you’re not only saving space, but you’re also creating the opportunity for more organization. It’s a win-win.
Lindye Galloway Studio uses the arched built-in to bring interest to home organization.
Photo: Chad Mellon
36. Add a pegboard
A pegboard wall is an interesting way to organize anything from cooking tools to gym equipment. Put a smaller one in a closet to help store home improvement tools.
37. Color-coordinate books
Organizing books by color is a great exercise in decluttering and remembering what books you actually have in your collection.
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38. Clear storage
Acrylic containers—especially ones with built-in dividers—are just right for organizing makeup and any other items that you want to have on display but not haphazardly piled up.
39. Mount hooks in the entryway
Coat closets are a great idea in theory, but in our daily hustle-bustle, jackets often pile up on chairs or, even worse, the floor. “Our home is short on coat closets, so we have hooks wherever there is space for them,” Yolo says. “Every season we bring out the jackets we use most, and the hooks make them easy to grab when rushing out the door. Plus, they look beautiful.”
Magnolia Network DIY expert Jenni Yolo shows that adding hooks to an entryway is an easy weekend home-organizing idea.
Photo: Courtesy of Jenni Yolo
40. Be selective with utensils
If the countertop utensil jar is out of control, making it difficult to shove in each spatula when it comes out of the dishwasher, reassess what you actually need.
“Feel confident that you don’t need to keep all of the wooden spoons that came in a set if you only ever use the one,” Lee-Mayhue says.
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Only keep your favorite spatulas.
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41. Say yes to Swedish dishcloths
Not only are washable and reusable Swedish dishcloths better for the environment (one cloth can replace 15 paper towel rolls!), but they’re also much easier to store than a behemoth 24-pack of paper towels. Rather than taking up a countertop or the area above your fridge, simply place these durable dishcloths in a kitchen drawer. Plus, they come in fun prints and colors.
42. Stash knives
Consider an in-drawer knife organizer to keep your counters clear. Your blades will still be protected, and you’ll free up space from bulky blocks.
43. Score a tiered spice rack
Like stadium seating for your spices, a tiered spice rack means every bottle has visibility. Plus, you can hide the whole rack away in a cabinet.
Kay’s favorite is the RoyalHouse Bamboo Expandable Spice Rack Organizer.
45. Donate rarely-used kitchen appliances
Small kitchen appliances are tempting (a machine just for making breakfast burritos?!). But Lee-Mayhue says to keep only the items you love using and that support your current lifestyle. “Donate that pasta maker and bread machine if you never ever use them because your food choices don’t currently include sugar or flour,” she says.
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Downsize on appliances to maximize counter space, like in this Lindye Galloway Studio–designed kitchen.
Photo: Leslie Brown
46. Grab a cookware rack
Pans are the bane of any kitchen organizer’s existence. That’s why Losonci recommends using a YouCopia StoreMore Cookware Rack, so each fryer and lid has a place to go. The rack is expandable and tucks away nicely in a cabinet.
47. Get deep drawers
“If remodeling, I highly recommend installing large drawers, so you can see in one glance exactly what’s stored inside,” Lee-Mayhue says.
“Otherwise, use containers that utilize the full depth of the drawer or cabinet so nothing gets lost in the back.” For premium clothing storage find a variety of drawer organizers on Amazon to keep T-shirts or socks from getting shoved to the back of your dresser.
A deep pull-out shelf can store ample dishes and glassware.
Photo: Henadzi Pechan
48. Go label crazy
“Once you’ve assigned a place for everything, label,” Kay says. “Label the bin and the drawer or shelf where it belongs. The more people who use the space, the more essential labeling is to maintaining the system.” Her favorite label maker? The Brother P-touch Cube Plus.
49. Try turntables with dividers
Lee-Mayhue loves turntables with dividers to utilize awkward spaces. They’re especially handy for storing condiment bottles in a pantry or cleaning supplies in a cabinet. And because of their swivel-ability, you’ll always know what supplies you have and can avoid buying yet another bottle of soy sauce when you already have two.
50. Keep a decorative box near your nightstand
Treat yourself to a pretty box to hold earplugs, sleeping masks, lip balm, and hand cream next to your bed. That way you won’t have to go to bed and wake up to a chaotic tabletop.
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Peaceful nights come from uncluttered days.
Photo: Chad Mellon
51. Stash cleaning products
“For cleaning products, my favorite organizers are translucent multi-purpose bins in medium from the Container Store,” Kay says. They’re deep enough to handle tall bottles.
Group cleaning products by category.
Photo: Martin Vecchio/NEAT Method
52. Buy a broom organizer
It seems especially ironic when cleaning supplies create a mess, and unwieldy brooms, dustpans, and mops are regular offenders. Give them a proper place to hang by mounting a broom holder with room for multiple items.
A pile of cleaning tools is a no-no.
Photo: Melinda Black
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Get grown-up toy storageLosonci points out that many parents complain about their main living space being covered in kid toys. But then they make the mistake of buying kiddie baskets for stashing all the games and gear, which still makes their presence known even when the room is clean. “Instead, use durable and easy-to-clean adult furniture to store kid toys,” she says. That way, your space looks nice and adult-approved when everything’s put away.
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You can’t go wrong with woven baskets.
Photo: Martin Vecchio/NEAT Method
54. Make your bed daily
Maybe your mom’s been giving you this advice since you were a kid, but it’s true! A bed that’s made helps the entire bedroom feel more organized.
Wake up and go to bed in an organized house.
Photo: Tony Anderson
55. Curate pillows and throws
“Don’t overcrowd the couch with throw pillows and blankets,” Losonci says.
“Instead, keep your selection to one to four throw pillows, depending on the size of your couch, and one throw. More than this creates a cluttered feeling, plus makes it tough to actually find room to sit!”
Line up pillows by size.
Photo: Chad Mellon/Lindye Galloway Design
56. Place a wastebasket in the entryway
Has junk mail overtaken your entryway? Put a pleasing mini wastebasket in your foyer, or wherever you toss your mail, so that you can quickly recycle unsolicited circulars the moment they enter your home.
57. Arrange dresser tops with trays
“SortJoy bins are washable, durable, and eco-friendly,” Losonci says. “They’re modern, chic, and come in a bunch of sizes. I use these all over my clients’ homes.” We’re especially taken by the brand’s trays, which have satisfying compartments for organizing sunglasses, jewelry, and odds and ends on dresser tops.
58. Add storage racks to your doors
Don’t sleep on door backs for extra storage space.
“Add a door rack to literally every door in your home,” says Losonci. Okay, so maybe skip the rack in your entryway, but the laundry room, the bathroom, and the bedroom doors are all fair game.
59. Purge the medicine cabinet
If every time you open your medicine cabinet a bottle or two tumble out, it might be time to assess what’s in there. Go through medications, prescriptions, and other products every six months, tossing anything that’s expired.
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Get rid of expired meds. Tylenol doesn’t last forever.
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100 Best Organizing Tips - Easy Home Organization Ideas
Stacy Zarin Goldberg
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Think Vertical for Shelves
Some kitchen items, like cutting boards and baking pans, are best kept upright, whether for visual appeal or to make them easy to grab.
Thomas Kuoh
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Mount Drying Racks on the Wall
Boost your laundry room's functionality by mounting a few drying racks straight to the wall.
When they're not in use, you can fold them up, so they don't get in the way of washing, drying and folding.
RELATED: Clever Laundry Room Ideas
Trevor Tondro
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Compartmentalize drawers.
Group similar items into categories, you can find exactly what you need in a pinch. In this case, the most-used baking tools were kept together, along with a range of sprinkles and sugars for decorating sweet treats.
Courtesy of Amanda Walker
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Turn a Closet Into a Book Nook
If you tend to keep your closet door open, make it a focal point — and a charming haven for your kids. Paint walls in a daring hue to serve as a stylish backdrop for bookshelves.
Stacy Zarin Goldberg
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Hang a Pot Rail
A piece of copper pipe from your local hardware store can create space for hanging pots, measuring cups and other kitchen essentials.
RELATED: Storage Tricks for Small Kitchens
George Barberis
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Install a Space-Saving Desk
If you can't designate an entire room for a home office, add a flip-down work area to just about any corner.
Even when your work day is over, you can keep your notebooks, laptop and other supplies tucked inside — out of sight, out of mind.
RELATED: Easy Ways to Organize Your Desk
Courtesy of Marie Flanigan Interiors
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Fill Drawers With Mini Bins
Outfit pull-out storage with dividers for spools of ribbon and use a slide-out system for wrapping paper to keep your craft supplies nice and organized.
Thomas Kuoh
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Camouflage Pet Gear
Keep your furry friends beside you at all times without letting their beds, food bowls and toys cramp your style. Here, a monochrome approach disguises a dog bed inside a lower cabinet space and a drawer for pet food bowls.
Alyssa Rosenheck
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Make a Dedicated Work Closet
Photographer and author Alyssa Rosenheck enlisted professional organizers from The Home Edit to get her office supplies in order. They added a mix of sleek boxes and acrylic organizers for storing everything from stationery to invoices and created a small gift station down below.
Courtesy of Post-It
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Create a Command Station
Stick adhesive pockets to the inside of your spice cabinet to keep all of your grocery lists, coupons, and recipes in one spot. Add a pen loop, so you don't have to go searching to jot something down.
Ben GoldsteinStudio D
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Try a Shelf Riser
Shelf risers give you double the space for storage. Keep short jars underneath and taller sprays and bottles up top so you can easily spritz and go.
RELATED: Clever Bathroom Organizing Ideas
Andrew McCaul
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Add a Towel Rack to the Linen Closet
They're not just for bathrooms. An over-the-door hanger creates out-of-sight storage space for extra tablecloths, throws, or towels.
SHOP TOWEL RACKS
RELATED: Seriously Smart Linen Closet Organization Ideas
Samantha Pregenzer
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Invest in Drawer Organizers
Though it's easy to think "out of sight, out of mind," a messy desk drawer does not help your productivity.
Mix and match acrylic dividers so your pens, pencils, and paper clips all have a spot to live.
Get the tutorial at Simply Organized »
Marisa Belle Photography
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Practice File Folding
Folding towels (or even t-shirts!) upright allows you to see everything you own in a single glance. Color code from light to dark for added organization.
Get the tutorial at The Neat Method »
Mike GartenStudio D
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Try a Tiered Shelf
Find your canned veggies, beans, and soups in a flash with a tiered shelf. You'll know when you're running low on staples if you're able to see everything at once.
SHOP TIERED SHELVES
RELATED: The Best Ways to Organize Your Pantry
A Bowl Full of Lemons
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Let Color Handle Sorting
Manilla file folders have nothing on this pristine color-coded set. Finding important papers barely requires reading labels — just a glance toward the right color to find exactly what you need fast.
Get the tutorial at A Bowl Full of Lemons »
RELATED: How to Organize Your Paperwork
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Teach the "One In, One Out" Rule
Kids need to understand that storage is finite, and that continuing to collect eventually leads to clutter and chaos. When they get a new toy or new jeans, send an old one to the donation bin.
Kathryn Wirsing
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Hang Pots and Pans
Instead of taking up valuable cabinet space with these clunky items, use Command Hooks to hang them on an unused wall, like this pro organizer did. Start by hanging the biggest items first, then incorporate the medium-sized ones and finish with the smallest items.
Alison GooteeStudio D
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Repurpose Trays and Bowls
Reusing some old dishes as organizers can help you finally tame that junk drawer. Place a non-slip mat underneath to keep them from shifting when you open and close the drawer.
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Hang a Towel Bar Over the Sink
It looks cute (so you won't seeing it every day), and puts towels, measuring spoons, mugs or whatever else you like within easy reach.
Kathleen Kamphausen
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Repurpose a Magazine File
Corral hot tools (once they're cool to the touch!) on a vanity with a decorative magazine holder.
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Use Clear Canisters
If your kitchen lacks storage, your counter will feel the brunt of the problem. So choose pretty containers (and not a lineup of grocery store boxes) when you have to devote visible space to food.
The Castro Family Happynings
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Make Car Seating Work Harder
Plastic shower pockets hold everything a mom could possibly need on a road trip (or, heck, a supermarket run) with kids.
Get the tutorial at The Castro Family Happynings »
Homey Oh My!
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Do a Spin Move
A simple rotating caddy means that you'll never be caught standing over a hot stove without spoons within easy reach.
SHOP LAZY SUSANS
Get the tutorial at Homey Oh My! »
Katie Freidman
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Hang a Hair Station
Affix small bins with adhesive strips on cabinet doors to create a home for hot tools, brushes, and hair ties. A magnetic strip keeps bobby pins, nail clippers, and tweezers from getting lost.
SHOP CABINET ORGANIZERS
Muji
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Hang Toiletries on Hooks
First, add a second tension-mounted shower curtain rod to your shower, close to the wall. Then, use hanging clips (such as "C" clip curtain rings) to hold toiletries.
Get the tutorial at Muji »
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Add a Cord-Keeper to Appliances
Power cords can clutter up precious counter space. Keep them under control by adding a stick-on cord keeper.
Get the tutorial at Dreaming In DIY »
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Use a Blanket to Contain Playtime
"When your little ones play with Legos, figurines, or other multi-piece toys, start by laying out a large blanket or bed sheet first," suggest Joy Cho, founder of Oh Joy!.
That way, when it's time to clean up, you can bring the ends of the blanket together and quickly dump the toys back into their storage bucket.
I Heart Organizing
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Pop Your Yoga Mat Below a Shelf
A yoga mat is one of those things that doesn't take up too much space yet can be awkward to store. The best bet is to hang them on the wall, like this brilliant idea that places the yoga mat in a shelf bracket.
Get the tutorial at I Heart Organizing »
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Corral Underwear
Storing undies in cute compartments helps you instantly see every pair you own.
10 universal home organizing techniques
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Are there home organization techniques that work for everyone, or almost everyone? Yes, there are such universal methods. They can be used in any home - small or spacious, minimalistic or with a lot of things, for a single resident or a large family.
They make life much easier and help to clean up the house without much cost and effort.
We have compiled a list of ten tricks to pay special attention to. Especially if you do not have the time and desire to fully comprehend the science of home improvement.
Stack things vertically
Stack things not in one-on-one piles, but vertically "one by one" (as taught by Marie Kondo). To do this, it is convenient to use suitable-sized boxes or baskets. So you will immediately see the right thing and avoid chaos in the closet and chest of drawers. It is noticed that things stacked in this way are used evenly, because everyone is in sight, unlike storage in piles, when most often we take the top things, forgetting about the bottom ones. And one more very important plus: the vertical laying method is much more compact!
Use the entire height of the shelves
The upper part of the high shelves is usually empty. Even if you managed to put things in a high pile, you should not rejoice: it is recommended to store no more than 5-7 things in piles.
In this case, it is recommended to either rearrange the shelves, or - and this is much easier - to use wire shelves with legs. With their help, you can break the shelf into 2-3 tiers and not let valuable centimeters of space disappear. They not only save space, but also organize the contents - you can sort things in more detail. And it will be much easier to take them out and put them back. These wire shelves are perfect for any closet!
Store things on multi-level hangers
Their main advantage is a great saving of space in the closet. Indeed, one multi-level hanger can replace from three to five ordinary coat hangers. Even one such accessory will noticeably free up space on the bar. On such hangers, you can store only trousers and skirts, but also light blouses, men's shirts (there are special models of multi-level hangers for blouses and shirts). In addition, scarves and stoles will feel great on them. Things on multi-level hangers do not crumple, they are perfectly visible, you can instantly choose what you need.
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Use boxes of the same size
Of course, you can not strain and store shoes in "native" boxes - in those that they were sold.
But this method has disadvantages: firstly, the contents of the boxes are not visible and, secondly, the boxes are very different in size, so it is unlikely that you can fold them neatly without losing space in the closet. Special shoe boxes come in standard sizes so they can be stacked compactly in an even, stable stack. Cardboard boxes have transparent inserts, while plastic boxes have a translucent entire box, so it will take a couple of seconds to find the right pair of shoes. Colored boxes will come in handy if you need to sort shoes by categories, seasons, family members. Retractable models give another plus: the contents can be removed without moving the top rows of boxes. And yet, shoe boxes can be used for more than just storing shoes! They come in handy for every little thing.
Divide space into cells
By dividing the space of shelves and drawers into cells, things can be neatly and conveniently sorted into categories. It will become incomparably easier to maintain order and find what you need.
The easiest way to do this is with the help of dividers - vertical and horizontal. The former are used for shelves, the latter for drawers (in a chest of drawers, bedside tables, desktop, kitchen drawers).
Organize little things
In every house there are a lot of little things that need to be kept, and preferably clean and tidy. Organizers will cope with this difficult task - it is difficult to overestimate their usefulness in putting things in order. There are a lot of organizer models: acrylic, hanging, with pockets, with open cells, drawers... It's very easy to choose what you need. You can make an organizer with your own hands - from a cardboard box, breaking it into cells using inserts, or from fabric, making several patch pockets on the canvas.
Group things on shelves
The shelf is versatile, functional, and if it has wheels, it is also very mobile. It will help to collect a lot of items in one place and will fit perfectly into any room: kitchen, bathroom, study, nursery, etc.
It is easy to move, you can roll it out to a conspicuous place or hide it when you need it. There are very compact models, a little more than 20 cm wide, which makes the bookcase an indispensable accessory for small apartments.
Use "dead" zones
Find the so-called "dead zones", which are inconvenient to use and usually remain free. Usually this is the space under the bed, in niches, behind the door, under the ceiling, narrow spaces between the furniture and the wall, etc. These are great places to store things that you should not forget about. It is easy for them to pick up boxes or wardrobe trunks, install rods, shelves, if desired, they can always be closed with a decorative curtain. For example, there are low trunks and shoe organizers that fit perfectly under the bed.
Tidy up the wires
Dozens of wires, chargers, headphones, gadgets... Any apartment is overflowing with these trappings of modern life. But even the neatest apartment will not look neat if a web of wires remains in sight.
They are also excellent dust collectors. To cope with this problem, it will not take so much: a few boxes and holders for wires. Hide the cables inside the box, install the holders - and the wires will become much less noticeable, they will no longer "run away" and become tangled.
Reduce the volume of items
The best way to minimize the volume of items is to pack them in vacuum bags. They perfectly cope with the problem of lack of space in the closet. Down jackets, jackets, winter sweaters can be “compressed” by half, and bedding by 80%. In addition, the vacuum protects things from dust, dirt, odors.
Of course, in addition to the ten listed, there are other methods of organizing home space. However, even these are enough to make the house much more comfortable and tidy :)
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How to organize storage spaces in the house: 115 examples - INMYROOM
Interior decor
Organizing storage spaces is, perhaps, an eternal problem.
There are no unique solutions for all cases. We have collected the most interesting, useful, unusual and necessary ideas
Organizing places for storing things is, perhaps, an eternal problem. There are no universal solutions for all dwellings. Just because the apartments, layouts, requirements of the owners are most often different. And the idea that is ideal for a large spacious house may be unacceptable for a small apartment and vice versa.
We tried to collect in this post the most interesting, useful, unusual and necessary ideas for organizing storage places.
So, we invite you to see how you can store things in various rooms of our homes
Entrance hall
Entering the apartment, we find ourselves in the hallway. And if so, this place becomes an accumulation of all kinds of necessary little things, which, in addition, tend to be constantly lost - keys, umbrellas, documents, letters, children's toys, an abundance of shoes. So that it does not turn into a lot of things, it is desirable to somehow streamline everything.
Small shelves, shelves, baskets, drawers, pouffes and much more can help with this.
Kitchen
The kitchen is perhaps the most problematic part of our homes in terms of storage. It contains the largest number of not only necessary, but often extremely small and unformatted things. From pots and pans to spice jars, towels, sponges and brushes.
Children's room
Children's room - the real concentration of chaos and disorder. There is no doubt that children love to make a mess, whether on purpose or not is not so important. For them, it's part of the game. The main thing is to teach them to keep everything clean and tidy.
You can do this in a playful way or even together with your child by decorating beautiful baskets, boxes or bags for storing toys. By signing names on them, sewing covers or simply decorating an unnecessary enameled bucket.
Bedroom
The bedroom is not the most intimidating part of the home when it comes to organizing storage space.
