You know what they say – clear space, clear mind. If it’s been a while since you’ve done a deep clean, we’ve rounded up some clever storage ideas to help you declutter your home.
From spacious larders stocked with stackable containers, underbed pull-out drawers, to wall-mounted vanities and metal shelves, get inspired by these storage ideas and top tips to maximise your kitchen, bedroom and bathroom…
Kitchen storage ideas
Make maintaining your pantry or kitchen shelves nice and organised easier with Brabantia’s Tasty+ Stackable Canister collection in Dark Grey, from £7.95. Perfect for keeping your goods fresh for longer, this storage idea will also win you bonus aesthetic points.The pantry has become a must-have for many renovators thanks to the ample storage space it provides for dried goods, spices, condiments, and even small appliances. Borough pantry, £4995, Neptune. A chic drying rack can easily double as plate and mug storage. Black Toast Wooden plate rack, £140, Emma Bridgewater. Pretty baskets are a practical addition to any kitchen, whether you want to store tea towels, fruit, or even cutlery. You can place them inside your cupboards or keep them on display. The Baskets in Poppy, Navy, Mustard and Olive, £39 for a set of three, Mustard Made.If your style leans on the classic side, choose a freestanding storage solution like the Stanton dresser, £1599, John Lewis, which provides both internal storage and glass display cabinets.Add a restaurant-style touch to your kitchen with the Black Glass Pots storage shelf, £55, from Rockett St George, which can also be used for herbs. Love a rustic touch? Opt for storage solutions crafted from natural materials to add texture to your scheme while also keeping your essentials organised. Seagrass rectangular tray medium, £29, Seagrass Palm Leaf storage basket small, £18, Large Antique Wash tray, £25, and Withington bowl 24.5cm, £24. All The Cotswold Company. Elevate your kitchen design with a timeless larder. Here, the Henley larder, £1294.99, Oak Furnitureland, offers internal drawers, storage racks, and shelving.If you want to add visual interest to your kitchen shelves, why not decant all your favourite ingredients and breakfast treats into glass jars. Jars with lid, £8.56 for a pack of four, Søstrene Grene.
Bedroom organisation
An ottoman, placed at the end of your bed or in an alcove, provides an extra spot to rest, plus hidden storage. Crusoe upholstered ottoman in Charcoal, £871.67, Oka.If you prefer a sleek, minimalist look, use a wall-mounted solution to replace the classic bedside table. String Pocket in Ash-White, £125.80, String Furniture.In bedrooms, foldable baskets are ideal for storing spare throws or toys. Brown Seagrass Dogtooth storage basket, £18.50, Oliver Bonas.Storage is at a premium in a sleep space. Enter: underbed pull-out drawers like Dinkum in Dark Oak, £225, Loaf, which comes on rollers for easy access. Make getting ready in the morning easier with a wooden clothing rack. The minimalist Arden Open Wardrobe, £610, Willow & Hall features a hanging rail and a top shelf for extra storage.A compact dressing table won’t occupy much floor space, but will help you create a dedicated zone for indulging in your routines. Winslow dressing table in a Dead Matt finish, £930, with Saddle stool, from £240, both Ercol. Tuck spare cushions, throws, or rarely used items out of sight with the help of an ottoman-style bed. Some designs can be controlled via a remote making accessing the storage space effortless. Capena Power Ottoman King in Oyster, £1299, Dfs. Complete your sleep space with a new storage piece. The Vivan grooved wood wardrobe, £1850, Nkuku, features a stylish reeded finish, a hanging rail, removable shelf, and two deep drawers. A storage box crafted from natural materials is a great alternative to the classic upholstered ottoman. Large Wicker Trunk Basket, £135.99, Wayfair.This Jensen bed, £899, from Feather & Black includes two hidden soft-close storage drawers with end-opening access. If you are short of space, instead of a large storage ottoman, you can pick a footstool. The Fleur bouclé storage footstool in Cloud Dancer White, £99.99, Laura James, has a soft-close lid, which opens to reveal hidden storage space.
Bathroom storage ideas
Free up valuable floor space with tall wall-hung units. Sorrento fluted black walnut wall-hung tall cabinet 1400x400mm, £329.99, Bathroom Mountain. Mirrored cabinets ooze a hotel feeling and make for a practical storage solution, suited to a range of bathroom styles. They often include narrow shelves for keeping small toiletries on hand. Illuminated mirrored cabinet, price on application, Duravit.Add an industrial twist to your bathroom with an equally pretty and practical shelf. The Slimline metal shelf in Green, £40, Cox & Cox, features a low-lip design to prevent your items sliding off.Drawer organisers are a must-have for ensuring your vanity stays neat. Optica vanity unit in Walnut with soft-close drawers, interior organisers, and a deeper bottom drawer, Roca. The 600mm-wide Optica wall-hung vanity in Walnut with two drawers and a ceramic basin is priced £917.Place towels in a handy basket for easy access after showering or enjoying a bubbly soak. Alvar basket, £29.99, Jysk.A floating vanity helps give the illusion of a larger room. Kyoto furniture collection in Valenti Walnut in 600mm with a 600mm white ceramic flat basin, Frontline Bathrooms. From £609.Another clever storage idea to help you make the most of every inch of your bathroom is a multi-functional radiator like the Serie T1P, £988.80, The Radiator Centre, with a T-shaped section which can be used as a compact shelf.Similar to wall-mounted units, a freestanding solution on sleek feet can open up the room while also utilising the full base for cabinets and drawers. Bota 600 cabinet in Parisian Green, £615, Scudo. The Vault 500 one-door cabinet with a silver frame, £565, Roper Rhodes, offers a multi-functional solution for more compact bathrooms.The Skyla 80 cm unit in Sage Green, price on application, Villeroy & Boch, offers both open and closed storage with one drawer and compact shelves.
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