Maximizing Space: 5 Storage Solutions For Your Kitchen
Whether your kitchen is big or small, we do what we can to maximize our space. We all want a walk-in pantry and one or two kitchen islands, but the reality is that we’re all looking for a way to make everything fit. If you’re going to be stuck indoors all winter, it’s time to declutter your space and transform your kitchen into an organized oasis.
From minor, quick fixes to reorganization strategies and larger changes to your layout, see which of these five expert-backed tips is right for you.
Spice It Up with a Drawer
We’ve all reached up above our heads to that random shelf that holds most of your spices and pulled out a handful of the wrong spices before giving up and finally resolving to take everything out.
Invest in drawer inserts dedicated to your spice collection. These additions keep things organized, stable, and visible – from standard clear acrylic to custom wooden inserts that match your cabinet aesthetics.
Join the Lazy Susan Revolution
Avoid the crash-and-grab chaos of pot and pan storage. Picture blindly reaching for a pot, the clatter of metal, and when you manage to close the cabinet doors without anything coming crashing down, you realize that you've grabbed the wrong one. Now you have to go back in there.
Enter the Lazy Susan or turntable! Not limited to the classic corner cabinets, these turntables bring order to any space, ensuring smooth, elegant rotations to find the perfect pan without the drama.
There is always the three-quarter wooden turntable with a metal pole in the middle. A newer trend, however, is the turntable alone without the center pole. This is a new and increasingly popular turntable from our Nashua, New Hampshire showroom. The lip on the edge is an added benefit, making it easy to grip.
Eye-level Elegance
Placement is always important when organizing your kitchen. Optimize your kitchen by storing frequently used items at eye level, saving space for seasonal or occasional-use items. Keep the daily essentials within arm's reach, stored between three to five feet above ground level for a seamlessly organized and effortlessly accessible kitchen.
When you’re deciding where to place your items, make sure to group them together by category. It’s important to place your items based on how often they’re used but also to make sure they’re aesthetically pleasing if they’re located on open shelving.
Add Flare With Floating Shelves
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again. Floating shelves are as stylish as they are convenient. Transform unused air space into chic storage solutions. Symmetrical wooden floating shelves are the standard, but many other designs have recently grown in popularity. One design by Breegan Jane has the two top shelves extend the full length of the wall, with the third shelf stopping three-quarters of the way below. This creates an asymmetrical finished design that adds interest and creates a modern look.
Classic wooden floating shelves don’t match your kitchen aesthetic? You can go one step further and elevate your materials as well as your design. Marble with brass or gold hardware is a beautiful, luxurious combination. This works great in kitchens with existing gold or brass hardware or where you’d like to replace your hardware entirely.
Narrow Cabinets, Big Impact
.Introducing narrow shelves – the secret weapon for maximizing storage in small spaces. Perfect for organizing spices and essentials, narrow shelves are a game-changer for a clutter-free kitchen.
Narrow cabinets are surprisingly useful, considering their size. In addition to their potential for storage for your spices, they can also be used for your cutting boards, baking sheets, and organizing the lids of your pots and pans.
Transforming your kitchen into an organized and functional space enhances its aesthetic appeal and makes spending time in your kitchen a more efficient and enjoyable experience. So, embrace the art of organization in your kitchen, and watch as it becomes a reflection of your style, a source of inspiration, and the heart of your home. Happy organizing!
