Living in a small home comes with its challenges, but with some creativity and careful planning, you can turn your small space into an organized and clutter-free home. With these 21 amazing small home storage ideas you can make the most out of every inch.
As the owner of a 1,200 square foot home, we understand how difficult it is to find room for all your things. We realized how quickly our three bedroom closets filled up and learned that we had to implement some space saving techniques to find storage space for all of our belongings.
In this blog post we will show you small home storage ideas, small home organization ideas and space saving hacks that will make living in a small homer easier. Whether you are living in a small apartment and have no closets, or just want some organization ideas to get your home tidy, then keep reading for our best storage solutions.
This blog post is all about small home storage ideas.
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Best Small Home Storage Ideas
1. Under-Bed Storage Drawers
Maximize the space under your bed by investing in storage drawers or bins. This is an ideal spot for stashing away seasonal clothing, extra linens, or shoes. In our home, we bought a bed that has drawers at the foot of the bed and we use these drawers to store pajamas and socks.
If you don’t have the luxury of buying a new bed with drawers in it, consider making your own DIY under the bed shoe storage organizer. Click here to read exactly how to make this storage system for your small home.
2. Wall-Mounted Shelves
Free up valuable floor space by installing wall-mounted shelves. These can be used for books, decorative items, or even as a mini home office. In a small home, it is important to utilize your wall space for storage as well as decor.
The best small home storage tip that we have discovered is building everything up. By stacking your items upward, this allows more store area without taking up any additional floor space.
3. Fold-Down Desks
Consider a fold-down desk if you need a workspace that can easily be tucked away while it’s not in use. This versatile solution provides a functional workspace that is dedicated as your small home office and can also store your office supplies, books, and computer needs.
4. Over-the-Door Organizers
Utilize the backs of your doors for storage with over-the-door organizers. These are ideal for shoes, cleaning supplies, or even pantry items. How adorable is this small home storage idea for the holiday season! Store all of your wrapping paper, birthday cards, and gift bags behind the door so they don’t take up any unnecessary space in your small home.
5. Hanging Pot Rack
Free up cabinet space in your kitchen by hanging pots and pans on a tension rods. This helps keep the cookware easily accessible and organized. We all know the struggle of the pots and pans cabinet and how hard it can be to find the matching lid for your favorite pot!
6. Multi-Functional Furniture
Choose furniture pieces that serves multiple purposes. For example, a storage drawer system can act as both hidden storage space for your goods and also serve as a breakfast nook bench.
7. Stackable Storage Bins
Optimize vertical space in closets or under sinks with stackable storage bins. Or use these large containers in a frame to make it easy to stack your bins in the garage, basement or attic.
8. Clever Closet Organization
Maximize closet space with slim hangers, hanging organizers, and tiered shelving. Consider adding hooks for accessories or bags to make the most of every inch. Baskets are also a great way to keep your closets tidy and force you to put items away in their designated place.
9. Hanging Shoe Organizer
Transform the back of a closet door into a shoe haven with a hanging shoe organizer. This not only saves floor space but also keeps your footwear easily accessible. Consider hanging these in your bedrooms and also in your coat closet for hats, gloves and your most worn pair of shoes for easy access out of the door.
10. Magnetic Storage Idea
Save precious cabinet space by storing spices, paper towels, knives and more on a magnetic spice rack. Attach it to the side of your refrigerator or a metal surface for easy access while cooking.
11. Cabinet Door Storage Idea
Maximize the space in your small kitchen by utilizing the area on your kitchen cabinet doors. Secure a slim basket onto your cabinet door for foil, cling wrap and parchment paper. This could potentially give you space in your other kitchen drawers.
12. Add Bookshelves
Add bookshelves for book storage, home decor items, and storage baskets that can hide any items that aren’t aesthetically pleasing.
TIP: Arrange your books in color order to create a organized and neat appearance. If you aren’t a fan of displaying color, flip your books the opposite way so that the spines are hidden and the pages are exposed.
13. Vertical Storage In the Bathroom
We have showed you small home storage ideas for your kitchen and bedroom, however the bathroom is just as important. Be sure to add vertical storage systems in your small bathroom like a towel rack or floating shelves for your products.
TIP: Hang a vertical shower caddy over your shower head for maximum shower storage.
14. Entryway Shoe Storage Cabinet
Add this arrow shoe storage system in your small home’s entryway that doubles as a decorative furniture piece as well as a hidden storage area for your shoes. Maximize the small entryway area by adding hooks for your coats, purse and keys.
Our entryway shoe storage makes your space looks magnificently cleaner, clearer and nicer. And it easily goes with any type of home style. Perfect for a narrow entry hall, dorm room, or small apartment. The slim shoe cabinet is overall size 7"D x 23"W x 41"H.
15. Use a Tiered Storage System
Utilize every square inch of your cabinet space by using a tiered storage system. We love these lazy susans because they make it easy to find the item you need without having to take everything out to find it. This is also a great storage idea for makeup products in the bathroom too.
16. Rolling Cart
A rolling cart is a perfect way to easily store items when they are not in use. Maybe you have a hobby that you like to indulge in every week, but don’t use it enough to dedicate an entire area of the home for it. Consider putting your crafts on a cart and storing them in a closet when not in use.
TIP: The key to staying organized in a small home is having designated spaces in the home for each item. This encourages you to put the items back in their proper area which in turn makes you home neater and organized.
17. Large Storage Shelf
Create a decorative storage opportunity above your bed with a large heavy duty shelf and some adorable baskets. This is a great place to store clothes that are not in season or items that you can not get rid of but don’t use frequently. Add some decorative books and some greenery to make the shelf feel stylish.
18. Corner Shelves
Don’t let those corners go to waste, especially in a small home. Install corner shelves to display decor, store books, or showcase plants, turning overlooked spaces into functional storage. This is our favorite small home storage hack for areas that are awkward or empty.
19. Pantry Storage Idea
Hang clear storage bins inside your pantry or cabinetry to store ziplocks, granola bars, and small cooking items that can sometimes get lost in the pantry area.
20. Cabinet Organization
Organize your cabinets like a pro by using these wire rack shelving systems. This allows you to neatly stack your plates and have easy access to your dinnerware. We love this all white look for a neat and polished appearance in your kitchen. In our kitchen, we only buy black and white dinnerware and mugs which make setting up for dinners and parties a breeze.
21. Add Hooks
Hooks are an easy and affordable way to turn unused wall space into an area that can display decor and also be repurposed for storage. Add hooks near your entryway, behind your doors and in your garage for easy access to your items as you run out of the door.
With these 21 small home storage ideas, you can create a space that is not only functional but stylish as well. Remember, the key is to make the most of every nook and cranny, embracing creativity and smart solutions to keep your living space organized and clutter-free.
This blog post was all about small home storage ideas.
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