15 Solutions To Add More Space To ANY Home
2014.04.10
Just because you have a lot of stuff at home doesn't mean that your house has to look like a garage. These storage solutions below will not only make your home more organizing, but it will also help maximize your space.
1. Pegboard Closet Wall
![2aa74277_44f3_4247_8835_973d2c482d6b.jpg 2aa74277_44f3_4247_8835_973d2c482d6b.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/2aa74277_44f3_4247_8835_973d2c482d6b.jpg)
A 'pegboard wall' will allow you to hook up items and keep them from cluttering the floor.
2. Kitchen Sink Storage Trays
![bf2751dd_92fb_4ba0_8436_31df469ba8d8.jpg bf2751dd_92fb_4ba0_8436_31df469ba8d8.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/bf2751dd_92fb_4ba0_8436_31df469ba8d8.jpg)
Adding pull-out trays under your sink allows you to reach items that have been stashed at the back.
3. Back-of-Door Shelving
![33d1bb88_cc61_47b8_b84b_8682df033415.jpg 33d1bb88_cc61_47b8_b84b_8682df033415.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/33d1bb88_cc61_47b8_b84b_8682df033415.jpg)
A little DIY is all it takes to fully utilize the back of your cupboards.
4. Behind Closet Door Storage
![f06192e4_74dd_4e61_9f16_6c30eb63f041.jpg f06192e4_74dd_4e61_9f16_6c30eb63f041.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/f06192e4_74dd_4e61_9f16_6c30eb63f041.jpg)
The same DIY concept can also be applied to the doors of your closet.
5. Tray Divider
![11adb4d7_e54e_41a6_b223_fbf270de8e93.jpg 11adb4d7_e54e_41a6_b223_fbf270de8e93.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/11adb4d7_e54e_41a6_b223_fbf270de8e93.jpg)
For taller cupboards, adding a simple tray divider is all you need to fully utilize that space.
6. Shelves and Drawers under Cupboards
![01e0d2f2_1a68_4152_9e6b_689ed3521090.jpg 01e0d2f2_1a68_4152_9e6b_689ed3521090.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/01e0d2f2_1a68_4152_9e6b_689ed3521090.jpg)
Say goodbye to counter clutter! Cupboards and shelves are the perfect solution for creating a more organized, spacious area in your kitchen.
7. Open Shelving
![477ce5cc_d246_425a_af20_9caadccea306.jpg 477ce5cc_d246_425a_af20_9caadccea306.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/477ce5cc_d246_425a_af20_9caadccea306.jpg)
Blank spaces are perfect for adding simple shelves, as they can make reaching for everyday items more accessible.
8. Under-Cabinet Drawers
![94eb2c86_5b1b_4d2f_975c_f5fd35e2feee.jpg 94eb2c86_5b1b_4d2f_975c_f5fd35e2feee.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/94eb2c86_5b1b_4d2f_975c_f5fd35e2feee.jpg)
A little DIY is all it takes to transform those useless kickboards underneath kitchen cabinets into nifty drawers for organizing flat items.
9. Baskets Above Cabinets
![95ce2868_d8e1_4a20_8013_c37a349a9fe8.jpg 95ce2868_d8e1_4a20_8013_c37a349a9fe8.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/95ce2868_d8e1_4a20_8013_c37a349a9fe8.jpg)
Decorative baskets are perfect for stashing items that don't get used all the time. Placing them above your shelving units also looks quite decorative, don't you think?
10. Lazy Susans Galore
![3fd1021e_3ec4_445a_a227_68e13cbef9b1.jpg 3fd1021e_3ec4_445a_a227_68e13cbef9b1.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/3fd1021e_3ec4_445a_a227_68e13cbef9b1.jpg)
Every home should install a 'Lazy Susan'. You can Store them almost everywhere, from your fridge to your pantry, to make things more accessible and organized.
11. Behind-the-Door Storage
![514bfd1e_4317_4248_b24a_6140fca011f4.jpg 514bfd1e_4317_4248_b24a_6140fca011f4.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/514bfd1e_4317_4248_b24a_6140fca011f4.jpg)
Adding slim shelves behind doors helps to provide extra space without worrying about things toppling over.
12. Slide-Out Storage
![e9f175aa_819e_4afd_aaef_45f60cccb573.jpg e9f175aa_819e_4afd_aaef_45f60cccb573.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/e9f175aa_819e_4afd_aaef_45f60cccb573.jpg)
Slide-out storage is perfect for that slim gap between the wall and your fridge. Plus, it's super easy to use.
13. In-the-Wall Hidden Storage
![849f99f4_e5f0_4539_9ea9_4f326ac9e3f5.jpg 849f99f4_e5f0_4539_9ea9_4f326ac9e3f5.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/849f99f4_e5f0_4539_9ea9_4f326ac9e3f5.jpg)
Just carve out a small space in the bathroom wall and conceal it with a giant mirror. David from IB Flooring echoed this “if you have a small house then maximising space is essential, you can make a house look real neat and you can do some really quirky things to make your house homier.“
14. DIY Storage Bench
![2082752a_d8ff_45c2_bf63_4e0fb4a0922f.jpg 2082752a_d8ff_45c2_bf63_4e0fb4a0922f.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/2082752a_d8ff_45c2_bf63_4e0fb4a0922f.jpg)
It doesn't get anymore useful than this. Not only will you have extra storage, but also extra seating.
15. Add Chains
![b110c2eb_c22e_4c0e_afaf_b9c95c46be75.jpg b110c2eb_c22e_4c0e_afaf_b9c95c46be75.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/b110c2eb_c22e_4c0e_afaf_b9c95c46be75.jpg)
This is the ultimate tip for organizing a small closet. By adding chains, you can utilize more of that empty space.
1. Pegboard Closet Wall
![2aa74277_44f3_4247_8835_973d2c482d6b.jpg 2aa74277_44f3_4247_8835_973d2c482d6b.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/2aa74277_44f3_4247_8835_973d2c482d6b.jpg)
A 'pegboard wall' will allow you to hook up items and keep them from cluttering the floor.
2. Kitchen Sink Storage Trays
![bf2751dd_92fb_4ba0_8436_31df469ba8d8.jpg bf2751dd_92fb_4ba0_8436_31df469ba8d8.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/bf2751dd_92fb_4ba0_8436_31df469ba8d8.jpg)
Adding pull-out trays under your sink allows you to reach items that have been stashed at the back.
3. Back-of-Door Shelving
![33d1bb88_cc61_47b8_b84b_8682df033415.jpg 33d1bb88_cc61_47b8_b84b_8682df033415.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/33d1bb88_cc61_47b8_b84b_8682df033415.jpg)
A little DIY is all it takes to fully utilize the back of your cupboards.
4. Behind Closet Door Storage
![f06192e4_74dd_4e61_9f16_6c30eb63f041.jpg f06192e4_74dd_4e61_9f16_6c30eb63f041.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/f06192e4_74dd_4e61_9f16_6c30eb63f041.jpg)
The same DIY concept can also be applied to the doors of your closet.
5. Tray Divider
![11adb4d7_e54e_41a6_b223_fbf270de8e93.jpg 11adb4d7_e54e_41a6_b223_fbf270de8e93.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/11adb4d7_e54e_41a6_b223_fbf270de8e93.jpg)
For taller cupboards, adding a simple tray divider is all you need to fully utilize that space.
6. Shelves and Drawers under Cupboards
![01e0d2f2_1a68_4152_9e6b_689ed3521090.jpg 01e0d2f2_1a68_4152_9e6b_689ed3521090.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/01e0d2f2_1a68_4152_9e6b_689ed3521090.jpg)
Say goodbye to counter clutter! Cupboards and shelves are the perfect solution for creating a more organized, spacious area in your kitchen.
7. Open Shelving
![477ce5cc_d246_425a_af20_9caadccea306.jpg 477ce5cc_d246_425a_af20_9caadccea306.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/477ce5cc_d246_425a_af20_9caadccea306.jpg)
Blank spaces are perfect for adding simple shelves, as they can make reaching for everyday items more accessible.
8. Under-Cabinet Drawers
![94eb2c86_5b1b_4d2f_975c_f5fd35e2feee.jpg 94eb2c86_5b1b_4d2f_975c_f5fd35e2feee.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/94eb2c86_5b1b_4d2f_975c_f5fd35e2feee.jpg)
A little DIY is all it takes to transform those useless kickboards underneath kitchen cabinets into nifty drawers for organizing flat items.
9. Baskets Above Cabinets
![95ce2868_d8e1_4a20_8013_c37a349a9fe8.jpg 95ce2868_d8e1_4a20_8013_c37a349a9fe8.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/95ce2868_d8e1_4a20_8013_c37a349a9fe8.jpg)
Decorative baskets are perfect for stashing items that don't get used all the time. Placing them above your shelving units also looks quite decorative, don't you think?
10. Lazy Susans Galore
![3fd1021e_3ec4_445a_a227_68e13cbef9b1.jpg 3fd1021e_3ec4_445a_a227_68e13cbef9b1.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/3fd1021e_3ec4_445a_a227_68e13cbef9b1.jpg)
Every home should install a 'Lazy Susan'. You can Store them almost everywhere, from your fridge to your pantry, to make things more accessible and organized.
11. Behind-the-Door Storage
![514bfd1e_4317_4248_b24a_6140fca011f4.jpg 514bfd1e_4317_4248_b24a_6140fca011f4.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/514bfd1e_4317_4248_b24a_6140fca011f4.jpg)
Adding slim shelves behind doors helps to provide extra space without worrying about things toppling over.
12. Slide-Out Storage
![e9f175aa_819e_4afd_aaef_45f60cccb573.jpg e9f175aa_819e_4afd_aaef_45f60cccb573.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/e9f175aa_819e_4afd_aaef_45f60cccb573.jpg)
Slide-out storage is perfect for that slim gap between the wall and your fridge. Plus, it's super easy to use.
13. In-the-Wall Hidden Storage
![849f99f4_e5f0_4539_9ea9_4f326ac9e3f5.jpg 849f99f4_e5f0_4539_9ea9_4f326ac9e3f5.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/849f99f4_e5f0_4539_9ea9_4f326ac9e3f5.jpg)
Just carve out a small space in the bathroom wall and conceal it with a giant mirror. David from IB Flooring echoed this “if you have a small house then maximising space is essential, you can make a house look real neat and you can do some really quirky things to make your house homier.“
14. DIY Storage Bench
![2082752a_d8ff_45c2_bf63_4e0fb4a0922f.jpg 2082752a_d8ff_45c2_bf63_4e0fb4a0922f.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/2082752a_d8ff_45c2_bf63_4e0fb4a0922f.jpg)
It doesn't get anymore useful than this. Not only will you have extra storage, but also extra seating.
15. Add Chains
![b110c2eb_c22e_4c0e_afaf_b9c95c46be75.jpg b110c2eb_c22e_4c0e_afaf_b9c95c46be75.jpg](/files/attach/images/591/050/530/013/b110c2eb_c22e_4c0e_afaf_b9c95c46be75.jpg)
This is the ultimate tip for organizing a small closet. By adding chains, you can utilize more of that empty space.
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