How to Organize Storage in an Apartment: Expert's Valuable Tips

Always maintaining order in the house is not an easy task, and without proper organization of storage space you won't get far. Fortunately, experts are always ready to help and share invaluable experience. We present you five life hacks from professional space organizer Alexandra Boyarova.

Plan storage zones during the planning stage

A proper storage system is just as important as a design project or selection of finishing materials. Furniture setup should be planned from the beginning: what kind of wardrobes (built-in or freestanding) will be used, how many shelves for shoes are needed. Remember to leave space for long garments and don't forget about convenient hanging modules for storage.

Designate a storage area for electronics and plan outlets. Alexandra recommends finding a place for each gadget and adding 20% extra room for new devices. Life hack: a dresser without a back panel is an excellent solution — it can hold several outlets. If you plan to mount a TV on the wall and cables ruin the interior, simply hide them inside the wall in a cable channel.

Take care of storing bulky items. The balcony is not the most practical solution. If your home has a parking area, leave bikes or tires there. For storing sports equipment, special cells that can be rented are ideal.

Prepare a place for each item

If space allows, organize a small storage room in your apartment. You can keep documents, books, tools, household appliances, and a washing machine there.

Store items where you use them. For example, towels are better stored near the dryer. Do you like drinking tea? Then the area where your tea collection is located should be placed near the kettle. Base it not on stereotypes, but on personal habits. You'll not only find items easily, but also return them to their proper place.

Assess how often you use items and which ones you use less frequently. The basis of the storage system should be the rule: “the more often I use it, the closer it is.” Daily-use items should be easily accessible. Items used less often can be stored in hard-to-reach places. The same principle applies to organizing a closet: if it's winter outside, send summer clothes to the upper shelves.

Unify storage zones

Well-chosen organizers are the key to creating an effective storage system. Choose organizers in a unified style and always plan their size in advance. A uniform look allows you to focus on what's most important and create a cohesive system. Alexandra suggests labeling boxes and drawers — you'll remember where items are stored and won't waste time searching for the right one.

Declutter your apartment

Do you dream of a beautiful apartment that looks perfect? Don't forget to declutter. Keep only relevant and functional items in active use areas. For example, if some books no longer interest your children, donate or exchange them.

Analyze all the processes that happen in your home

House cleaning is a sensitive issue for all housewives, so it’s better to plan the placement of interior items and storage of household supplies in advance. It's much easier to keep order if furniture has legs. To maintain cleanliness regularly, place cleaning supplies in convenient spots: a sponge for bathroom fixtures can hang next to the sink. Hooks are a lifesaver for housewives — you can hang an ironing board or mop there, and special hooks for forks and adapters significantly ease your life.