Take Control Organizing

In the Organizing for Small Spaces Podcast, we talk about utilizing furniture and other organizing products to get the most out of the space.  I looked around and here are some of my favorite products!  Remember, be careful when you are buying new product, make sure you have sorted through all of your belongings and know exactly what you need and don’t forget to measure your space!  This will save you time and money!

Storage Ottoman

This is a great product for a living room, it doubles as an ottoman, however you can place blankets, board games, video game equipment and other items for extra storage. I have also seen these kinds of ottomans in the hallways at front entrances to use as shoe bins. You could have your coat rack hung up above. It’s an attractive way of keeping your shoes hidden, yet you can use the ottoman to put your shoes on! This product is available at Organize.com.

Leaning Bookcase and Desk

What I love about this kind of product is it at so many uses. You can use it as a bookshelf, a place to put your mementos and it as a small desk area with a smaller size storage ottoman.

When you are working with small spaces, it is important to look up, floor to ceiling and look for the potential! This product is available at the Container Store. The elfa system at the Container Store gives you fabulous options on shelving that is freestanding like this one or custom built onto your wall.

When working in small spaces, you do not have any room to spare. So before buying any kind of new system, make sure you have really thought about your needs and what you really want in your home!  With any Organizing Product, make sure you measure your space first!

Under the Bed Storage!

These are Bed Risers!  You can find them at Organize.com. Basically they do exactly what they say, they lift up your bed just enough for extra storage.  The storage bin to the right is the perfect size for underneath your bed.  You want something flat but big enough to hold out of season clothes and other items you do not need on a daily basis but need to keep in your home. Make sure just like any space in your home, this storage area actually has a purpose, avoid shoving items under the bed and think “out of sight, out of mind”. You have to be very mindful when working in small spaces.

Stacking Shelves!

Again, when working in small spaces, you have to utilize your vertical space. By using stackable shelves, you are creating space in your kitchen cupboards and pantry.  Both of these shelves are available at Organize.com.

If you have any other items to suggest, please let us know!

Happy Organizing!