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I’ve lived in small spaces all my life. Let me tell you, I spent a LOT of time on Pinterest and Instagram lusting over those beautiful and spacious homes, thinking “my whole apartment could fit in their bathroom!!”
But you know what? As I get older, I have truly learned to embrace what I’ve got. No, we small-space dwellers might not have room to throw massive gatherings or dedicate whole rooms to our hobbies. But we do have everything we need close at hand. We also spend a LOT less time and energy cleaning and maintaining our properties. There are a lot of advantages to small space living, trust me!
And when it feels like you just have too much stuff to fit in your teeny tiny apartment? Clever storage hacks are what you need.
Get the right storage, and you will be AMAZED at how much you can hide away in the most unlikely of spaces.
Here are the savvy storage hacks for small spaces I’ll be implementing in my little home, pronto!
Super smart kitchen storage hack!
Okay, but why did nobody tell me about this sooner? Magazine racks on the inside of kitchen cabinets! Here they’ve used it for saran wrap and foil, but I’m thinking you could also use it for drinks bottles, and more. This little storage hack is one of those things where you’ll be like, “How did I even function before this?” Total game changer for anyone who’s got more stuff in their kitchen than counter space.
Great linen closet storage hack for the ironing board
Okay, listen. I actually used to have a hanger like this for the ironing board in my old apartment and it was so useful. Now my ironing board’s just knocking around in a normal closet. I really need to get a new hanger. This is one of those little things that just makes life feel 10% more together, you know?
Cute storage idea for cookbooks
You ever just stare at your cookbooks and feel kinda guilty they’re all shoved in a cabinet somewhere? What I love about this is that you can display your books and enjoy the covers. So many of them have such gorgeous bright covers and it’s a shame to keep them hidden away on a shelf! I think they’ve used the Ikea spice racks for this hack but similar shelves are available. And one great thing is, it hardly takes up any extra room. This idea’s got me ready to reorganize my whole kitchen vibe.
Back-of-door storage hack for small spaces
Girl, if you’re not using the back of your doors, what are you even doing? This is sneaky storage at its finest. I swear, small space living is just a series of puzzles, and this hack is that missing piece that makes it all click. Here they’ve used it for cleaning equipment but you could use it for scarves, belts, accessories in a bedroom or hallway closet too.
Cork board storage hack for small kitchens
A cute cork board inside your cabinet door is ideal for pinning lightweight items like measuring spoons. This is that kinda thing that looks so simple but ends up saving your sanity. Imagine having all your little kitchen tools or notes right there where you can actually see them instead of buried in the junk drawer (don’t act like you don’t have one 😂).
Storage solution for small bathrooms
Love these shelves because I probably would have looked at that bathroom and thought there’s no room for storage there. But they found it, with these teeny tiny custom shelves! You know those mornings where you’re knocking everything off the sink trying to find your face wash? Yeah. This is how you stop living like that. Small bathroom? No problem.
Fruit hammock storage hack for the kitchen
Okay but how cute is this? Like, why do fruit bowls get all the love? This little fruit hammock is giving cozy farmer’s market at home vibes and I’m here for it. It keeps your counters free – and we all know how important that is in a tiny space. Plus, no more bruised bananas at the bottom of the bowl!
Using the space over the toilet for storage in a small bathroom
Real talk, that space over the toilet is just sitting there doing nothing for most of us. This makes it actually work for you. It’s like adding a whole extra cabinet without the drama of a remodel. Obsessed!
Cutting board storage hack for a small kitchen
Is it just me or do cutting boards multiply overnight? I swear they take over. And they can be SO awkward to store. This little hack tucks them outta sight but still right where you need them. So smart and zero counter clutter. Love it!
Love this ottoman storage setup for bedroom, home office or craft room
Ok, I know an ottoman isn’t exactly a “hack” since they’re designed for storage after all! But what I love about this is how organized it is with all the compartments. And using the lid for a pin board, with calendar and notes? Genius! It’s like your brain just got a new shelf. I’m obsessed.
Corner shelf storage hack, ideal for small apartments
I don’t know who needs to hear this but stop ignoring those awkward corners! This lil shelf setup makes those dead zones do the work. It’s giving “I’ve got my life together” energy without actually having to do much.
Idea to maximize counter space in a small kitchen
Have you ever tried to make a sandwich and just straight up ran outta counter? Same. This little counter hack feels like magic. So simple, but suddenly they’ve just halved the amount of clutter taking over the counter. It’s like your tiny kitchen suddenly grew an extra arm to help out.
The tiniest ever spice rack storage for a small kitchen
Ok, if you are planning a kitchen remodel – or if you have the tiniest little gap between appliances – get on it. This tiny spice rack is living rent-free in my head now. Like, how does something so small do so much? No more avalanche of jars every time I cook. Just tidy, happy little spices lined up like they’re in a parade. Love.
Accessories storage idea for a small bedroom
Tell me why I always end up with purses in a big ol’ jumble at the bottom of the closet. This hack actually makes keeping track of all your stuff feel doable. Cute and functional? Sign me up.
Very clever paper towel storage idea!
I did not know I could feel this strongly about paper towel storage, but here we are. It’s so clever but also kinda cute?? I’m low-key mad I didn’t think of it myself. Adds that extra little touch of “I know what I’m doing” to your kitchen. Would work in your bathroom too with toilet paper.
Got any space-saving storage hacks of your own? Share them in the comments!
