Innovative Home Storage Solutions You Need to Try
Storage can be elusive, especially in a home filled with people and a lot of activity. There are bags and backpacks everywhere, sports equipment and shoes strewn about, and papers shuffling from one place to another. Luckily, with a few savvy storage solutions, you can organize your home and your life in no time. Here are just a few ideas for you to try in your home.
Above the Kitchen Cabinets
A hidden storage gem in most homes is the unused space above the kitchen cabinets. You can store infrequently used kitchen items in the recessed area if you have crown molding added to the top of the cabinets. Alternatively, consider placing heirloom pottery or beautiful serving dishes atop your cabinets as display pieces. Another option is to extend the cabinets themselves by adding another layer of cupboards on top of the existing cabinets and installing them all the way up to the ceiling for a clean look and a lot of extra storage space.
On-Site Storage Unit
One of the best storage solutions you can opt for is an on-site storage unit. A storage company will back the unit right up onto your driveway, or anywhere else on your property, and leave it there until you no longer need it. You can select different sizes based on your needs and have a storage center or hub right at home. If you run a home-based business, consider moving your inventory to the unit. It is also an ideal space for your belongings during a renovation. The options are endless, and the storage is secure.
Between the Studs
If you do not have space in your home for a dedicated mudroom, but have some wall space near one or both of your entrances, you might be in luck. Even if the wall space is directly in the walking path from the doors into the main living areas, if you have blank walls, you should consider opening them up. Add storage between the studs, complete with at least upper hooks to hang a jacket and hat, and a lower hook to hang a bag or backpack. Add a small shelf for keys and sunglasses, and you have the makings of a built-in minimalistic landing zone. Your jackets and bags will still stick out into the room, but not as much when they are recessed into the walls.
Above the Doorframes
The space above the doorframes in your home is valuable untapped real estate. It is a blank space that is just ready to be put to work. Add shelves above the interior door in your bathroom to store extra toilet paper or even houseplants. In other areas of the house, you can add decor or artwork for an unexpected element of design. In the kitchen, consider placing cookbooks or baskets to serve as both decor and functional storage.
Change the way you store your possessions at home by implementing these ideas. Rent an on-site storage unit to clear clutter and create more space. Add creative storage solutions that make your home work better and look great at the same time.
