Live Big In Your Small Space
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Is your home or maybe even a room in your home smaller than you would prefer? Or maybe living in a smaller space is a choice you happily make, but you struggle with where and how to put all of your things. Small doesn’t have to mean cluttered and unorganized. The key to maximizing your small space is finding the right organizing strategies. You don’t have to give up all of your things that bring you comfort and show off your style. Creating organized solutions that are built to function for your home, routines and lifestyle will help your home feel bigger and brighter. Let’s explore how you can make the most of every inch of your space!
First, We Declutter
While we don’t want you to get rid of all of your things, letting go of anything that you don’t use or need is always the first step. This is even more important when we are working with limited space. You can’t successfully organize clutter so show your things a little tough love and be honest with yourself as you sort and declutter. It is super helpful to have your donation and trash boxes or bags ready before you start the process. Try to make your decisions quickly and no second guessing yourself!
Think Vertical
Your small space likely has more vertical than horizontal areas you can utilize to maximize your storage space. Wall mounted shelving, over the door organizers and hanging baskets can help you display and store your items all while freeing up your floor space. If you have tall shelves, use baskets to add even more storage space with a touch of your style.
Clear Horizontally
Having limited space can often lead to clutter on flat surfaces. Countertops, desktops and nightstands can become drop zones of random stuff that will make your rooms feel even smaller and messy. Find a home for all of these things so you can quickly and easily put things where they go. A tidy space, no matter the size, will always feel refreshing and well put together.
Out of Sight
Make the most of your hidden storage space. Use an under the bed organizer to store off season clothing, shoes, linens or any items you don’t need everyday. Use cabinet door organizers or hooks for spices, foils and wraps or oven mitts. Use bins, baskets and dividers to sort and organize your drawers and shelves in your cabinets and closets. Don’t forget the labels. They are the key to maintaining your systems!
Space Specific Tips
Bonus Tips
to maximize your small space!
Bathroom ~ Under The Sink
This is a valuable space to use for a variety of items. The key is keeping it sorted and easily accessible. Use stackable bins, sliding drawers or tiered organizers to make the most of this space. The best part is all of your personal items are behind closed cabinet doors!
Kitchen ~ Frequency of Use
One of the best ways to create function in a small kitchen is to use your prime space for items you use daily like coffee mugs, plates and spices. Anything you only use occasionally can be stored higher up or further back in your shelves and cabinets. If you need to put items high up in a cupboard, consider using a riser to help showcase what’s in the back of that cupboard.
Living Room ~ Multi-Functional Furniture
Opt for furniture that can perform double duty while taking up less space. An ottoman with a storage compartment is perfect for blankets or toys. A coffee table with shelves gives you a space for your remotes, books and other items. A TV stand with drawers is a great place to store video games and controllers.
Closet ~ Keep It Seasonal
If your closet is small, the best thing you can do is only keep what is currently in season in your main closet space at eye level. Use labeled bins or vacuum sealed bags to store your off season or special occasion clothing items higher up in your closet or outside of your closet.
Less is More!
Living small may present its challenges. The good news is with a little creativity, consistency and organizing magic, you can reap big rewards. With less stuff comes more order. Once you have decluttered and organized, your space will be easier to clean and maintain. You will love the peace you feel living in a space that functions well and supports your lifestyle!
Does your home need a little decluttering and organizing magic and you don’t have the time, energy or desire to do it yourself?
Schedule your free consultation today and let’s see how I can help you transform your space from chaos to calm!
