Maximize Storage Space in Every Room

Thursday, January 21st, 2010 | Custom Home Construction, General Contractors, Home Remodeling

A Custom Island Adds Kitchen Storage

Be honest, can you ever really have too much storage? Ample storage space is one of the most sought after qualities people look for in a new home. Building a new custom home is an excellent opportunity to ensure that your new house has all of the storage amenities that you desire.

Before we go through the various types of storage that can be planned into your new build, we want to clear up a common misconception. Adding storage space does not have to mean bedroom closets only. There are several opportunities throughout your home to satisfy storage needs that are often overlooked. Here are some of the top picks for adding extra storage spaces to your new home.

GARAGE

Built-in shelves and workbenches are a simple solution for garage storage. They lessen clutter from large tools and smaller items, such as drill bits, that can get lost in a mess of any handyman’s toys. Garage storage organization can also be done by adding drawers into the work bench. For storing rakes and lawnmowers, consider adding a storage shed onto the rear of the home.

FOYER

When entering your home, it is so easy to drop shoes, purses, briefcases and backpacks, without having a way to organize or hide these items. Having a built-in coat rack and organized shelving systems right near your front or a rear door easily helps keep walkways clean, while also creating a stylish entry way. Benches with storage underneath are another great idea and provide a last-minute spot to tie shoes or remove them.

KITCHEN

Kitchen storage organization is a necessity for any homeowner and there is no such thing as too many cabinets. Make sure your home plan features a copious amount of cabinets and that your builder takes full advantage of all of the space in the plan. A Lazy Susan-style cabinet provides a functional space that also reduces the need to overcrowd a pantry, as it is another area where storage should be plentiful in the kitchen. Storage racks inside longer or lower, hard-to-reach cabinets make it easy to keep dishes and plastic containers organized.

BATHROOM

Bathrooms often have the reputation of lacking in storage space. But with so many modern amenities including window seats, towel racks, built-in shelving and even bureaus used in vanities adding counter space, drawers and cabinetry, such is no longer the case. With these features in place, your bathroom will take on a new life, offering storage for everything from toiletries to towels and linens to dirty clothes.

ATTIC

One of the most popular new ideas is transforming the attic space to create sizeable walk-in storage rooms. Many new homes now feature these walk-in or walk-out attics. Space is plentiful in the attic so why not take advantage of it? The comfort of no longer climbing up tiny, unstable stairs is worth more than peace of mind.

No matter where you need storage space the most, chances are you can never have enough. When building a new home keep these tips in mind and remember to always maximize your space.

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