Reviewing Existing Storage
Whether you’re moving into a new home or revamping the one you have, it’s always sensible to start with an overview of the storage in place. Walk around every room and make notes. What pieces function efficiently and are easy to keep neat, and why? What actively motivates you, and /or other family members, to use these systems properly?
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Right: Design
storage to get the best out of odd "spare" areas. In this narrow
hall, shallow open shoe racks, fitted floor to ceiling, take up less
space than a conventional closet.
Right: Don’t overlook odd-shaped spaces, as they can very usefully
accommodate infrequently used items such as out-of-season clothes. With
their sloping ceilings, the under-eaves spaces found in loft conversions
can be fitted with low-level shelf units or inexpensive stacking plastic
crates. Add good lighting, so it’s easy to find things, and make sure
the space is well-insulated and dry before storing precious items. 