With prices of Real Estate in Metro Vancouver at an all-time high, more and more people are moving into compact living spaces. This makes the need for functional furniture and ample organization and storage solutions more important than ever before. So, if you are looking to maximize your living space, or are just a lover of all things organizational, you have come to the right place! Check out some of our favourite storage solutions below.
Closet Organizers
Make the most of your closet space by adding functional storage solutions. For far too long closets have only consisted of a rod and one shelf. Whether you have a large walk in closet or a standard closet, it is essential that your closet has adequate and proper storage solutions. We are obsessed with the ENGAGE Closet Solutions by Tag Hardware. They have created amazing closet organizer built-ins. They not only have a chic design but have the prefect storage solution for ALL of your clothing items.
Floating Furniture
In small spaces it’s important to make use of the vertical space. Having floating furniture, like bedside tables and floating shelves, help clear up the space on the floor. They maks the room appear bigger and gives you added storage. We like the Ailee May 1 Drawer Nightstand which is available at Wayfair as well as the Lack floating shelves at Ikea.
Coffee Table Storage
When you have limited space it is important to buy furniture which serve multiple purposes. Why not have a coffee table which doubles as a storage unit? While you could opt for an ottoman, they are often bulky and the fabric finish can be unpractical for anyone with children or pets. Our top pick for a stylish and functional coffee table which is packed with storage space is the Truman Coffee Table from Rove Concepts. It is a practical storage solutions which
Under Bed Storage
The space under beds is usually under utilized. It often becomes a storage space for nothing other than a concerning amount of dust! It’s time to put this space to use. Whether you use it to store clothing or children’s toys it will clear up storage space in other, more visible, areas of your home.
Wall Hooks
One quick and easy way to make an under utilized entryway or the back of a door more useful is with the addition of hooks. Although this will add storage space, you want to be careful and make sure you don’t over do it. You don’t want to add too many hooks or overload them.
Bike Storage
With gas prices also being at an all-time high, more and more people are choosing to bike instead of drive. However, storing these bikes, if your complex does not have a dedicated bike storage area, can be problematic. Luckily, there are many convenient bike storage solutions including wall or ceiling mounted bike hangers, bike stands and more. There are many different options available. So, make sure to do some online research. Sites like Amazon.ca, Wayfair and Canadian Tire are great to see which options best fit your needs.
Under the Stairs Storage
Whether you are looking for additional storage space, a work station or a cozy reading nook, the dead space under the stairs can come in handy.
If you have tried all of these organization and storage solutions in your home, but still need more space, you may want to consider upsizing your home. Contact Your Two Awesome Realtors to discuss how, together, we can make this happen!
