Let’s face it; no one ever has enough kitchen storage space. From searching through tiny cabinets to using the top of your fridge for storage—there’s so much to deal with when you’re trying to juggle between space and functionality.
This comes hand in hand with the stress of making everything fit in. As you try to work out with the limited storage space you have available, it’s easy to end up with clutter. And you know what that means: prepping meals with dirty dishes, countertop clutter, and lost tools. And there goes your dream kitchen experience.
We’ve got some good news, though. You can now take a deep breath with our clever kitchen organisation ideas! Even better? Getting in touch with a home organiser Melbourne to have things professionally done.
Remove and Declutter
This may sound like an obvious home organisation tip, but we’d like to reiterate its importance. When organising spaces, the first step is to remove everything and then decide on the items you actually use (and love). Toss all the broken or unnecessary items out. You can then have a sense of what you need to find a home for—and how much space you actually have. (If you’re struggling, a professional decluttering service can help you get the job done).
Find Every Appliance and Kitchen Tool a Home
Have you ever wondered what the actual cause of clutter is? Not putting items away. And not putting items away is often because you’re not sure where to put them. So, start by assigning a home to every appliance and kitchen tool that you have.
For example, blenders and food processors are versatile tools that you often use, so make them accessible. Think somewhere in an eye-level cabinet near your prep area. Keep the toaster close to where you’ll be using it, for example, on a pull-out shelf beneath your main prep counter. Bonus points for a microwave that is built-in—but if it isn’t, consider an under-cabinet mount. This frees up (valuable) counter space.
Tuck Away Pantry Items in Baskets
A professional home organiser will always recommend corralling essentials in baskets—even in the kitchen. Don’t forget to print labels and add them in. So, even if you can’t see through them, you know exactly what’s inside.
If you’re looking to simultaneously double the style, consider the sleek 6 Set of Storage Tubs by Blissful Little Home.
Pegboards Aren’t Just for the Garage
Channel your inner Julia Child and bring a pegboard into the kitchen. No, really; even a home organiser service would vouch for this.
Installing one on a vacant wall will give you room to hang pots, pans, utensils, etc. Not only does this free up cabinet space—it also turns your cookware into a stylish display 😉
Leverage a Lazy Susan
A lazy Susan is not just for dining tables—add one to your pantry or inside your fridge.
A tiered Lazy Susan can house everything from spices (let’s admit it, we all own more than we need) to condiments. This makes it easy to access what you need without knocking over all those sauce bottles.
Madesmart Carbon Twin Lazy Susan Turntable at Howards Storage World
Stack Smarter (Not Higher)
If you think vertical stacking is the only solution for storage… you’re mistaken there. Nesting sets of bowls and pots allow you to easily store them within one another—without taking that extra vertical space. You also want to consider square (or rectangular) containers instead of round ones for more efficient pantry storage. Looks like geometry does have real life applications 😄
Shop the Felli Flip-Tite Food Storage Container at Howard
Divide the Drawers
Guilty of tossing anything and everything into the drawer—and calling it organised? A drawer organiser can be a game-changer for keeping everything tidy. Also, for the tech-savvy cook, consider drawer inserts with built-in charging stations for gadgets, so you can keep that recipe right in front of you without cluttering the counter.
Shop the Clear Drawer Organiser Set at Blissful Little Home
Maximise Under Sink Storage
Shop the Expandable Under Sink Shelf at Howards
This space is prime real estate—but often overlooked. You first want to remove everything from here and give the space a deep clean. Then, if space is at a premium, use an expandable shelf to store your essentials.
Shop the Clearview Under Sink Storage Set at Blissful Little Home
Folks blessed with a large under sink cabinet can make the most of the space by using clear containers that keep everything segregated.
Display Your Herbs and Spices
Shop the Minimalist Spice Storage Set at Blissful Little Home
If you’re short on cabinet space, why not put your herbs and spices on display? We’re talking about a sleek storage set placed on your counter. You also want to add labels so you can easily find what you need (or avoid putting the salt where the sugar belongs… again). A good alternative for added convenience would be a 2-tier rotating spice rack.
Final Words
At Ducks in a Row, we love giving our clients tips on organisation and decluttering before starting the process. You’ve got the tips—now it’s about time to get your ducks in a row. Click here for a FREE consultation with our lead organiser to get things moving.
Looking forward to getting your 𝒹𝓊𝒸𝓀𝓈 𝒾𝓃 𝒶 𝓇𝑜𝓌.
