Room To Improve
Living in a small space doesnt mean your home cant be organized.
Apartment living can get crowded fast.
But living in a small space doesnt mean your home cant be organized.
So much of how we live in our space comes down to habit, she tells Bustle.
Once youve whittled down your belongings to the essentials, its time to getstoring and organizing.
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For cramped kitchen cabinets, Lowenheim recommends stackable ones to create multiple levels for dishes and glasses.
Perfect for kitchen cabinets, these storage shelves double the space.
For a natural aesthetic, go for storage shelves in bamboo.
Bonus points for the towel rack.
Once youre intentional with your zones, Du Bois says, it helps to keep a space organized.
Put one next to the stove for spices, olive oil, and other cooking items.
Du Bois favorite organizational item is a handy basket.
They come in an infinite number of shapes, sizes, materials, she says.
Shes used them in clients kitchens, living rooms, bathrooms, and even to store her own books.
Be mindful of your vertical space in these cabinets, Hay says, and go for organizers with drawers.
And you’re free to even utilize the back of the cabinet doors with hooks and organizers.
Remember: Plumbing lines live under the sink, so be sure your storage items can fit around pipes.
Plus, they maximize vertical space.
Bonus: you get two organizers for the price of one.
Enter Command hooks, the press-and-stick adhesive hanging tool.
Theyre easy to put up, Lowenheim says.
They enable you to use the walls and the walls are greatly underutilized when it comes to storage.
Even take advantage of the space in the back of your cabinets with hooks, Du Bois says.
So long to brooms and mops languishing in a corner.
Keep your bathroom counter clear with an accessory organizer, ideal for your toothbrush and toothpaste.
From vinyl records to shoes, these systems are versatile and arent an eyesore.
This eight-unit shelf is beloved by Green.
With six cubes, this organizer is a bit smaller and more compact for entryways or living areas.
Plus, theyre available in nine colors.
Having storage items built into your furniture gives you ample opportunity for organizing.
The chaise section of this sofa lifts to reveal a handy storage area underneath.
Kick your feet up and throw your blankets inside this storage ottoman.
No one will ever know it serves any other purpose than relaxation.
And for a non-splurge-worthy option, Katz suggests using storage bags under the bed.
