A place for everything…
When the clutter gets too much and nothing seems to stay in its place, smart storage solutions are what make all the difference. They have the power to bring order to the chaos, to reveal the true potential of your interiors.
And they’re not just about keeping things ‘out of sight and out of mind’ - clever storage makes sure everything is kept organised even when it’s not in use.
If the battle against accumulating stuff sounds all too familiar, we’ve got just the tonic. Our genius storage ideas will help transform your home into an oasis of calm and make sure that when you tidy your space, it stays tidy…
Bedroom storage solutions
1. Space-saving bed bridges
In smaller rooms where every millimetre counts, adding more vertical storage can pay dividends.
Bed bridges are a fantastic option in these situations because they make excellent use of an underutilised space and give you more places to stash away extra pillows and blankets.
Where overbed storage once used to look dated by today’s standards, these clever storage solutions are very much back with a bang, offering sleek and sophisticated modern visuals to boost every bedroom.
2. Hidden TV units
When so much of our bedroom space is taken up with storage, one age-old problem is ‘where do we put the TV?’ For people who love nothing more than snuggling down to watch their favourite sitcoms or reality shows just before bed, finding a comfortable TV position can be difficult - especially if you’re working with a small or awkward room layout.
The best solution is as elegant as it is discreet. Hidden TV units can be built into fitted wardrobes to give you uninterrupted late night viewing whenever the mood takes you.
Then, when you’re done, you can hide it away again to create a calming, tech-free environment.
You don’t have to compromise on storage either. With an extending TV mount, you can still access everything you need behind your screen simply by tilting it out of the way.
Clever and stylish storage that’s as useful for lounges, playrooms and cinema spaces as it is for bedrooms.
3. Show-stopping shoe cascades
Elegant and glamorous yet devilishly practical, shoe cascades are an absolute game-changer when it comes to effective bedroom storage.
No more loose shoes scattered in the hallway - with a cascade, you can showcase your footwear and keep it neatly ordered and ready for use.
A stunning home storage solution that elevates any bedroom or dressing room to have that boutique-y look.
4. Tucked away vanity units
Want a dedicated little space for your makeup or accessories?
A vanity unit tucked away into your fitted furniture is the perfect way to take care of your style, whilst also giving you ample space for things like brushes, watches, bracelets and any other finishing touches to complement your look.
To make it feel even more glamorous to use, built-in downlights add a soft glow and make it easier to see everything you need as you get ready.
5. Keep tidy with corner wardrobes
Rooms with an awkward layout can often feel frustrating to work with when trying to style in your storage.
But where freestanding storage can sometimes let you down, a more bespoke solution can work wonders.
Corner wardrobes make short work of any tricky angles, giving you plenty of room for clothes and making sure they’re easy to access too. With this dashing piece of storage, no millimetre of space ever goes to waste.
6. Explore underbed storage
It’s not just overhead space in bedrooms that has hidden potential.
Underbed storage is fantastic for smaller spaces, especially in children’s bedrooms where it can provide a convenient place for toys, books and games.
Cabin beds with built-in storage look absolutely fantastic too - a great way to help the kids stay tidy and create a trendy bedroom look at the same time.
7. Convenient pull-down rails
With this clever storage solution, you never have to worry about your wardrobes being too deep or too tall.
Pull-down rails do exactly what their name suggests: with just the gentle pull of a handle, they pivot your hanging rails down so that you can easily access your clothes.
Such a simple design but it offers a really nice quality of life feature that makes your storage even more enjoyable to use. Which just goes to show, better storage doesn’t have to be extravagant to make your life easier!
8. Divided accessory drawers
When you’re in a rush to get ready, rummaging through cluttered accessory drawers can be a real headache. Whether you’re sifting through socks or combing for cufflinks, the key to taming any messy drawers is by investing in solutions with built in dividers so you can always find what you need in a pinch.
And did we mention that it looks super luxurious too? When you pull out a neatly organised drawer and see all of your accessories glittering back at you, the visual effect is guaranteed to give your space that extra sumptuous feel.
Living space storage solutions
9. Beautiful bespoke media units
The ultimate living room storage has to be the built-in media unit. Because for a single piece of furniture, it’s doing a whole lot of work. It’s a home cinema, storage cabinet and display case, rolled into one.
So not only do you have plenty of storage for the things you want to hide, you’ve also got lots of space for the pieces you want to highlight too.
It might even be the only piece of living room storage you need, taking care of everything from tech to books to ornaments. An innovative solution that ticks every box.
10. Overhead cabinets maximise space
There’s a lot of vertical space going free in our main interiors. Keep your eyes open for those unused overhead areas because they’re prime candidates for extra cabinet space. You might even find them in the more overlooked places in your home, such as boot rooms, utility areas, hallways and landings.
Overhead cabinets are a great way to work extra storage into your interiors, and as an added bonus, won’t encroach into the footprint of your home.
11. A bespoke bar showpiece
Love entertaining?
A fantastic piece of storage that can really become the star of the show is a home bar.
Stupendously stylish and a great space to keep all of your bottles and glasses organised, you can even add integrated lighting to make everything sparkle.
This is one home storage solution that really comes into its own for summer parties and large family celebrations.
12. Hallway storage
One seriously overlooked space that’s full of potential for storage is our hallways and landings.
But sometimes they can accommodate extra fitted wardrobes and cabinets, which is great for storing utilities or act as overspill for your main dressing area.
Particularly useful near your main entrances, they’re also superb for storing away coats, jackets and shoes to keep the thoroughfare of your home clear.
13. Charming window seats
The effortlessly charismatic window seat is one of the most pleasing ways to build in more storage to your home. Offering elegant visuals, practical storage and extra seating - with a view, we might add! - it’s a far more efficient way to make the most of bay window spaces.
They’re so versatile when it comes to style as well. You can customise them with your own choice of upholstery, drawers or cabinets, then finish them off with some soft furnishings like throw pillows to make them feel extra cosy.
A sophisticated storage solution that blends perfectly into living rooms.
Home office storage solutions
14. Cloffice
This ingenious option effectively stores away your entire home office space in a matter of seconds. Cloffices are a combination of a closet and office, allowing you to work from home in comfort, while also giving you the option of hiding your desk space at the end of the day.
When your cloffice space is hidden, it blends in seamlessly with the rest of your fitted wardrobes, so visitors would never even know it was there - great for maintaining a defined work-life balance.
And the great thing is, with a cloffice, you can integrate it into any space where you’re adding fitted wardrobes.
Bedrooms, hallways, living rooms… the cloffice is able to discreetly work its way into a variety of spaces to make storing your working life simple.
15. In-built filing cabinets
As functional as standalone filing cabinets are, they certainly aren’t built for style. And in an office space that you’ve taken pains to make look homey and unique, the utilitarian design of those drab grey cabinets can stick out like a sore thumb.
The solution? Build your filing storage directly into your office furniture. An in-built filing cabinet blends beautifully into the rest of your home office design to keep all of your paperwork neatly organised, all without detracting from the look and feel of your space.
16. Made-to-measure storage
When you’re trying to carve out a home office space in the little room you’ve got free, having the right furniture can streamline how you work.
Made-to-measure storage is fantastic for those awkward corners and small rooms where we tend to set up shop, and is especially useful if you’re in an attic or loft space where you’re contending with sloping ceilings.
Bespoke storage means you get the absolute maximum potential even out of the tiniest spaces. So you can enjoy more room for filing, tech, and even some little home touches too.
17. Revamp understair spaces
Why waste a generous understair space on shoe and coat racks when it could be so much more?
With a larger space to work with, you can incorporate a desk, as well as shelving and cabinets to make a casual study space the whole family can enjoy.
An imaginative option that’s great if you don’t want to give up a whole room to an office space, it lends itself well to hybrid workers or as a dedicated homework area to help the kids concentrate.
18. Stationary trays
Stationary has the habit of migrating all around the house. And it always seems to be on the rare occasion that you need something specific that the scissors go walkabout and the stapler vanishes into thin air.
The best way to keep everything neatly organised and easy to find is with dedicated stationary trays.
A must for home offices, using stationary trays will make sure everything is ready to hand exactly when you need it, and has the added benefit of keeping your desk surfaces clear.
Sensational storage tailored to your home
Of course, if you want optimised storage that makes the best use of every millimetre in your home, you can’t go wrong with tailor-made fitted furniture. Our experts at Sharps can help you discover the right storage solutions for your own home to bring out the best in your interiors.
Just arrange your in-home Design Visit (it’s free!) and we’ll explore all the options available for your space. Creating clever storage that does more with less is what we do best.
