How To Maximize Storage Space In Your Kitchen
“I just need another drawer.”
“I need more counter space.”
“I don’t have a place to put this.”
Sound familiar?
Here at Jordan Morrissey Interior Design, we hear these statements all the time, and it’s usually right at the beginning of a consultation with a homeowner who wants to remodel their kitchen and maximize storage space.
So, if you're planning a kitchen remodel, then listen up!
A well-planned kitchen can provide ample storage space for dishes, cookware, and pantry items, leaving your counters clear and your kitchen organized. Who doesn’t want that?
With a few key storage solutions, you can make the most of every inch of your kitchen and keep clutter to a minimum. And we’re here to help guide you through this process!
6 Ways You Can Maximize Storage Space in the Kitchen
1. Upgrade Your Cabinets
Your cabinets are the backbone of your kitchen storage. So, when remodeling your kitchen, consider upgrading them to maximize space. Pull-out drawers and shelves, corner cabinets, and deep drawers can all help you store more items in less space. Custom cabinetry can be specifically designed to meet your storage needs and can even include hidden compartments.
2. Utilize Vertical Space
When you run out of horizontal storage space, it's time to look up. Vertical space is often underutilized in kitchens but can provide ample storage for hanging pots and pans, storing spices, or displaying dishes. Don’t love the idea of closing in the entire kitchen? Install hooks or a hanging pot rack, add floating shelves, or install a pegboard to utilize your wall space. Doing so will help keep your kitchen open and airy while still maximizing storage space.
3. Add a Kitchen Island
If you have the space, a new kitchen island can provide extra storage while also offering a great place for meal prep or entertaining. Choose an island with cabinets or drawers to store items like dishware or linens, or opt for an open shelving design to display your favorite cookbooks or decorative pieces. With a kitchen island, you don’t just maximize your storage space, but you get that much-needed counter space you’ve been wanting.
4. Install Organizational Systems
Kitchen organization systems can help maximize every inch of your cabinets and drawers. Drawer inserts and pull-out racks can help you keep pots and pans in order, while pull-out baskets can organize pantry staples like cans and boxes. A lazy Susan in corner cabinets can provide easy access to hard-to-reach items. If you have some unique needs, custom cabinetry is the best way to utilize these nooks and crannies so you can store things and still get to them.
5. Consider Built-In Appliances
Built-in appliances can be great space savers in a kitchen, freeing up counter space and keeping appliances off the floor. Consider a built-in microwave or oven or a refrigerator with a cabinet-style front. You can even build your dishwasher into a cabinet to keep it out of the way. Plus, opting for built-in appliances keeps everything clean, smooth, and tidy.
6. Add a Custom Pantry
A custom pantry is the perfect way to maximize storage space. A pantry is a perfect storage solution for food items, canned goods, snacks, and even cleaning supplies. If you have a small kitchen, use up any vertical space by adding shelves or cabinets going up to the ceiling. If you have a larger kitchen, you can create a pantry that has everything from stationary shelves to drawers and even a rolling ladder.
Create the Perfect Kitchen
When it comes to maximizing storage space in your kitchen, the key is to think creatively and make the most of every inch. Upgrading your cabinets, utilizing vertical space, adding an island, installing organizational systems, and considering built-in appliances are all great ways to make the most of your kitchen storage. With a few key upgrades, you can declutter your kitchen and create a space that you love.
Want to work with a professional on your kitchen remodel? Jordan Morrissey would love to help! Get in touch with us today, and let’s find creative ways to maximize storage space in your home.