Small space, big potential: Storage Solutions & Decluttering Tips for Homes with Minimal Storage

When you live in a home with limited storage - whether it's a compact townhouse, a tiny house, or an older home with barely-there cupboards - it can feel like you're constantly battling clutter. But with a little creativity and the right systems in place, you can create a beautifully organised, functional home no matter your square footage.

Here are our go-to storage ideas, smart hacks, and decluttering tips for making the most of your space:

1. Declutter First - Then Organise

Before you start buying containers or shuffling things around, take a good look at what you actually use and love. Decluttering clears space and gives you a clearer idea of what storage you actually need.

Try this:

- Use the “one-in, one-out” rule to maintain control over incoming items.

- Create a donation basket and commit to filling it every month.

2. Use Vertical Space

When floor space is limited, go up! Vertical storage can transform blank walls into functional organising zones.

Ideas to try:

- Wall-mounted spice racks in kitchens.

- Over-the-door organisers in bathrooms, pantries, and wardrobes.

- Floating shelves in laundry rooms or entryways.

3. Go Clear & Stackable & Label

In small homes, being able to see what you have is key. Clear containers help prevent overbuying and wasted space. Labelling containers helps you quickly find what you need, keeps everything in its place, and makes it easier to maintain an organised space.

We love:

- Stackable square glass jars and push tight airtight containers for pantry staples.

- Clear bins/trays in your fridge or under sinks to keep things grouped and easy to grab.

- Everything tubs for stacking & grouping items together with ease.

4. Backs of Doors = Hidden Gold

Often overlooked, the back of a cupboard or wardrobe door is valuable real estate.

Hack it with:

- Adhesive hooks for hanging cleaning tools, accessories, or tea towels.

- Small baskets or caddies for holding snacks, spices, or bathroom products.

5. Double-Duty Furniture

Choose furniture that offers hidden storage wherever you can.

Great options include:

- Ottomans with storage inside.

- Beds with built-in drawers or room for under-bed boxes.

- Side tables with shelves or concealed compartments.

6. Rotate Seasonally

If you're short on space, don't store everything all year round. Pack away seasonal items (clothing, decor, even appliances) to free up space.

Top tip:
Store off-season items in labelled containers under the bed, at the top of wardrobes, or in a shed or garage if available.  Our underbed storage bags are a great option!

7. Corral by Category

Clutter often happens when we store random items together. Grouping similar things makes it easier to find what you need and creates natural limits for what you keep.

Try this in:

- Bathrooms (group skincare, medicine, and hair products separately).

- Kitchens (create zones for baking, snacks, and meal prep).

- Wardrobes (use baskets for belts, scarves, and accessories).

8. Maximise Awkward Spaces

That skinny cupboard, random nook, or high shelf? It might just be the secret to solving your storage stress.

Solutions include:

- Turntables or tiered shelves/racks in deep or corner cupboards.

- Narrow rolling trolleys for between appliances or next to the toilet.

- Step stools to access high storage safely and confidently.

9. Prioritise What Matters Most

At the end of the day, the best way to make a small home feel organised is to be intentional about what lives in it. Ask yourself: Do I use it? Do I love it? Is there space for it?

Less stuff = less stress.

Need a hand making it happen?
We offer virtual and in-home consultations to help you declutter, organise, and get systems in place that work with your space - not against it.

Book your free consultation today and let’s make your small home feel spacious, calm and pretty organised.