Whether you have a tiny home that lacks closet storage or you are trying to organize the space you currently have, adding storage solutions can be a real game changer for many homes and families. Not all houses are created equally, but there are a myriad of smart ways to add much-needed storage space to different areas, whether through shelves, drawers, containers, or pegboards. This sample home below was built in the ՚70s and is a living testament to thinking outside the box when it comes to storage ideas and clutter organization.

Here are three ways to increase the storage in your home

Create an Organized Entryway Space

Many homes fall short when it comes to providing a much-needed storage solution for corralling shoes, backpacks, and more. A space-efficient main entryway organization station is essential for home storage. It helps keep important items near the door amidst the chaos of everyday life. A catch-all comprising storage baskets, shoe organizers, shoe racks, and wall-mounted storage, is an easy ways to maintain order.
This 1970s home in particular lacked a foyer that opened into a living room. Instead the homeowners created a super functional entryway once they had refinished the garage into a livable basement. Providing S-hooks and baskets on a blank wall or a pegboard can be a game changer for anyone in a home, and is a worthwhile consideration when it comes to organization ideas. It doesn't have to be a full-on custom built-in, either. Here are a few storage ideas that can help you organize the essentials.

Alter the Closets

Closets work hard in a home. If the current layout isn't serving you, consider altering it. This homeowner’s closet, for instance, was a small, limiting area against the wall. It was difficult to access because it was backed up against another closet in the opposite room. It made more sense to open up the wall in the middle and make it a walk-through closet. The homeowners added shelves and baskets to help organize clothes, which gave them additional storage space. Altering your closet does not have to be a total remodel. You can add lighting and baskets to make it feel customized.

Maximize Storage Space in Your Kitchen

This kitchen went through an entire overhaul, and the family in this home opted to create much-needed storage space where there previously was none. Small spaces and pantries became really useful for larger kitchen supplies like slow cookers and larger items that aren't always used. This space may seem small, but it made a big impact on organization for the entire room. It also provided a charming reading area for the family. Add cabinets or shelving to store extra dishware and provide more wall space to display lamps and decor. Declutter drawers and countertops with drawer organizers and spice racks. Think through ways to create kitchen storage in areas that seem a little under-utilized. It makes a huge difference

Just because a home doesn't have any initial storage doesn't mean that it can't be created later. Consider ways that work well for the space, and think outside the box for clever organizational fixes. You can create useful storage space over time with thoughtful planning, and these tips can help when it comes to thinking outside the box. Happy organizing!

Jamin and Ashley Mills are the design duo behind The Handmade Home design studio in Nashville. They help clients locally and nationally achieve realistic, attainable homes while living by their mantra of "we don't believe in the dream home we believe in your home." They've been recognized nationally by numerous TV and media outlets as well as named as two of the most creative people in the country by Country Living Magazine. Check out their designs and creations at thehandmadehome.net as well as on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook.