Storage Tips for Small-Sized Homes, Making the Space Neat

Storage is one of the things that should be considered in a house. Various equipment in the kitchen, living room, or other rooms in the house require storage shelves. This is often what takes up a lot of space in the house, especially when there's a considerable amount of equipment. Here are some smart tips for storage and space-saving in small homes.

1. Vertical Storage

Vertical Storage via justinegraykin

For homes that are relatively small, one way to make the most of the space, aside from using furniture, is vertical storage. Vertical space is often underutilized due to the height between the floor and ceiling. Therefore, installing vertical shelves on the walls is a way to utilize the space in the house. However, it's not just about shelves; add an appealing touch to make them visually pleasing and comfortable to look at.

2. Floor Storage

Floor Storage via decoist

For your own home, this type of storage can be a unique idea. The floor in a house can be designed with hidden and camouflaged storage areas. Besides being easy to store and access, floor storage also eliminates worries about items falling, unlike when placing items on vertical shelves.

3. Use Multi-functional Furniture

Table with Multi-functional Furniture via pinterest

Design furniture that can serve not only as a table or chair but also as storage space. For example, dining chairs with empty space underneath for storage or dining tables with drawers to store dining utensils, making them easily accessible and preventing clutter in the kitchen.

4. Create Portable Shelves with Wooden Boards

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One type of storage that can also be used to display collections is shelves made from wooden boards. These aren't just ordinary shelves; they are designed to be portable, allowing each board to be detached and arranged according to preference and need. Moreover, the spacing between the wooden boards for placing items can be adjusted based on the height of the items. By installing rows of wooden boards on the wall, various items can be hung. This adds a unique touch and beautifies the room.

5. Design Built-in Furniture

portable stairs via trendir

Space-saving storage in the house doesn't always have to be about collectible items. The need for ample space often requires space-saving in various ways. One of them is hiding space that is not used frequently. As shown in the image, the staircase leading to the bedroom can be hidden within shelves, creating extra space in the room.

6. Organize According to Items and Usage

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When storing items, avoid clutter and haphazard arrangements. Organize your belongings based on their function and shape. Keep them in one place and label them to avoid confusion when retrieving items as needed. This practice also saves time when looking for items since they are categorized and placed accordingly within the room.