9 Hidden Storage Spots You Didn’t Know Your Home Had
When the unavoidable clutter of a family, pets, and a job starts to pile up, you may long for a few more rooms in your home just to contain it all. But if a move or an addition isn’t on the horizon anytime soon, the next best bet is to maximize the storage space your home already has. By reconsidering areas you’ve overlooked as potential storage spots—the backs of cabinet doors or that empty space under the stairs—you may find that your home can hold much more than you thought. Rather than simply piling belongings in a closet, these creative storage spots are strategically placed so items are close at hand and easy to find. A playset that slides under the bed in your kid’s room will end the daily hunt for lost toys, while a shelf under your kitchen cabinets frees up counter space, yet leaves cookbooks and spices within reach. When you put all of these hidden storage spots to use, it may suddenly feel as though your home gained an extra room or two. — Katie Holdefehr, Real Simple
