In the Kitchen

Storage, and lots of it, is essential for a clean kitchen. With hundreds of cooking tools to keep organized, every storage hack counts. Utilize pullout spice racks, utensil organizers, knife blocks, and cutting board racks to separate items, so they don’t get lost in cluttered areas.

When planning cabinet space, consider hiding smaller appliances like kitchen mixers, coffee makers, and blenders in their own dedicated space for easy access.

For larger appliances, like refrigerators and microwaves, or walk-in pantries, Tammy Johnson, kitchen and bathroom designer at Lampert Lumber, suggests concealing them with pocket doors or matching wood panels, so they seamlessly integrate into the flanking cabinetry.

In the Bathroom

Keep surfaces free of all the small bottles, bathroom products, and towels that can quickly overwhelm a bathroom. Start by assigning a category to each drawer and dividing valuable space into smaller sections.

“There are tons of new pullout options to achieve clutter-free countertops and hidden drawer organizers that use every inch of interior storage space effectively,” shares Johnson.

In the Laundry Room

One of the biggest challenges of laundry day is the delicate items that require hang-drying. Opt for a slim pull-out hanging system that can be stowed away when not in use.

For detergents, pods, and bottles, storing them in baskets not only provides an aesthetically pleasing solution but makes it easier to slide them on and off shelves.

In the Closet

With the weekly laundry reset and hundreds of clothing items to organize, well-designed closet space is critical for managing wardrobe clutter. Anna Abrams, lead closet designer with Built to Last Custom Closets, says it’s less about disguising clutter and more about preventing it from the beginning.

“When managing visual chaos, some things are best suited for drawers and baskets, some for cabinets behind doors,” shares Abrams. When everything has its own dedicated place, it’s much easier to maintain order.

In the Walls

A modern smart home not only utilizes cutting-edge technology but also conceals cords or keypads with built-in features.

“My number one advice is to get an expert integrator involved early, as almost all technology can be hidden when we plan for it,” advises Kristin Reinitz, co-owner of Admit One Home Systems.

Motorized shades can be hidden in the ceiling, TVs can be built into custom cabinetry, and speakers can become invisible behind the drywall.

Throughout Your Home

Examine each space in your home to identify any wasted space. Is there an empty corner of your office that could house floor-to-ceiling bookshelves? Does your entryway have room for a bench that doubles as storage? Could the area under the stairs be turned into a mini storage closet? When you look for potential, chances are you’ll find it.