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Storage ideas that actually work
Maximise storage in your new home with built-ins, hallway solutions, and under-stair designs without moving again.
24 September 2024
AI summary
Maximise your home's storage with clever, built-in solutions. Built-in furniture can seamlessly connect rooms and define open-plan areas, as shown in designs by Tobin Smith and Patchwork Architecture.
Transform underutilized spaces by:
- Turning hallways into multi-purpose areas with storage seats.
- Designing smart under-stair storage with shelves or hidden panels.
- Creating a walk-through wardrobe in the bedroom for luxury and function.
These ideas add significant value and help you stay put as your family grows.
Built-ins: everything old is great again
Designed as a single, continuous unit, this built-in does double duty as kitchen cabinetry and living room storage, in a home designed by Tobin Smith.
Encapsulating a bed and providing wardrobe, general storage and pantry space, this custom built-in takes storage practicalities to a whole new level.
Thinking outside the box: moving beyond your living areas
Careful consideration at the design stage has turned this ‘dead space’ into a restful window seat with ample storage.
Stairway to Heaven: making use of space you didn’t even know you had
Form and function collide in this feature under-stair storage unit that takes advantage of unused space.
This glass-fronted Gliss Master wardrobe unit is a stylish storage solution that can be customised to suit a range of configurations.
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