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When it comes to storage, you’ve either got it or you don’t. If you live in a small space, it can sometimes seem that the only way to free up space is to get rid of some of your worldly possessions. Luckily, that’s simply not true. With a little creativity and the right furniture, you can turn your apartment, office, or other small space into an efficient one with ample storage. Below are some of my favorite tips for maximizing storage in small spaces.<\/p>\n
Use EVERY space.<\/span>\u00a0Most people will think to place shelves at eye-level, or within arm\u2019s reach. But, when you’re working with very little space, you have to maximize all<\/em> of it; specifically, when it comes to shelving. Don\u2019t hesitate to place shelves, cabinets, or rods from floor to ceiling. Store the items you use often on the more accessible levels, and the items rarely used on the higher ones.<\/p>\n Purchase furniture that is multifunctional.<\/span> My favorite cure for people with little storage is everyday furniture that doubles as storage. Some of my favorite variations of this are<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget about under the bed!<\/span> When you are limited on space, the bed can be one piece of furniture that really takes up a lot of it. Instead of writing this space off, think of how you can use the space above or below it for storage. Some great examples are<\/p>\n Choose storage systems that work together.<\/span> For example, when you are ready to purchase your storage shelves, make sure they are the same dimension as your containers<\/a>, or larger.<\/p>\n Always remember, a big component of effective space maximization is planning<\/strong>. With the proper planning, you can integrate the tips above and enjoy your living space without the extra clutter. Take some time to map out the different options for your space. Experiment in your brainstorming with a mixture of shelving, cabinets, and high and low options. Don’t make a move until you’ve found the right solution for you!<\/p>\n For more great ideas, check out some of this other source:<\/p>\n houzz.com: small space storage<\/a><\/p>\n Related Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n
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