Storage for small spaces

Storage for small spaces – the living room

Your living room should be comfy and inviting, a haven of relaxation. But if you’re limited in space, it can quickly become overwhelmed by everyday clutter. Even just a couple of out-of-place items could make it feel cramped and untidy.

When planning your lounge, it’s a good idea to make the most of the space you have available. Choose small space storage options that draw the eye upwards. For example, a tall but narrow shelving unit adds shelf space without taking up too much floor space. A compact sideboard has useful cupboards, or a shallow console table adds interest and will usually have drawers and a lower shelf.

Storage for small spaces – the dining room

If you have a small dining room, or if your dining room is in a small area within a living-dining space then you have to make every square centimetre of space count. So, before you think about storage, it’s a good idea to think about first saving space by replacing your full-size dining table with a much smaller one that can be extended for dinner parties.

Bench seating placed on one side of your dining table is a clever way to maximise dining room storage and if it has hidden storage that’s even better for decluttering. Open shelving creates a nice visual area in a small dining room without taking up precious floor space – and can be used to store favourite serving bowls, photographs and even a pot plant or two, real or artificial. A compact display cabinet is ideal for keeping plates and cutlery below and items worthy of display above, or it can be used as a drinks cabinet conveniently close to where you entertain your guests.

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Speaking of wardrobes, those with sliding or bi-fold doors maximise storage for small spaces. They don’t take up more room than they need to, and can store a surprising amount.

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