Having adequate storage in your kitchen is important for keeping the room organised and tidy. It also helps in making your cooking space look clean and stylish. Kitchen storage plays a huge part in how practical and functional your kitchen is. Effective storage solutions make your kitchen space a joy to cook in, no matter what size kitchen you have.
Whether you are having a brand new kitchen installed or are looking at replacing your kitchen doors or units, here is our list of eight innovative kitchen storage ideas.
Corner drawers
The corners of kitchens are one of the least utilised spaces. This makes them one of the biggest missed storage opportunities in the home. With kitchen corner storage, you will be able to add more space for all of your pots, pans and appliances. Having hidden storage in the corner units will keep everything tidied away with ease. It will also allow your kitchen to retain a designer look.
Built in pantry shelving
If you have a narrow space available between units or appliances, why not have larder storage installed? Within this shelving unit, it can act as a food storage space to place your dry goods in. This shelving unit will keep your kitchen tidy as well as giving you a unique storage space. You might even fit a spice rack in there!
Kitchen island
The kitchen island is a great place for eating, drinking and meeting within your home. Did you know it can also be a great place for storage? By creating shelves underneath, you could place all of your cookery books and even a wine rack. Perhaps you could use the shelves for an easy to reach place to find your ingredients during cooking.
Storage above the cupboards
On top of every kitchen cabinet, is a space waiting to be used for storage. It is a space that is quite often overlooked but it can be used to store various items. If there are appliances or kitchenware that you use infrequently, store them on top. This will free up vital space in your cupboards for kitchen equipment you use more often.
Hidden drawers
Cupboard storage spaces can be modified to create even more storage space. Taller cupboards have a lot of space that could be utilised effectively by adding kitchen drawers. Use kitchen shelf packs to create more storage for your bowls, tupperware and other kitchenware.
Open shelving
Storage does not have to mean hiding everything away. Why not have your kitchen supplies showcased throughout the room? You could build floating shelves or other open surfaces to create most innovative of visual effects – it will also make things easy to access. Bare walls are perfect for this, giving the area a bit of life. If you have an island, you can push your creativity and add an open shelf underneath for extra storage.
Hanging storage
In a small kitchen, storage solutions can be tricky but not impossible. If you are lacking in counter space, you can use hanging storage such as hooks or magnetic boards to maximise your room. Hang your utensils, cutting boards and many other things to ensure your counters are kept clear.
Bar style glass storage
Have you ever wanted your own bar? With bars needing to maximise very small spaces, innovative storage solutions are always required. Take inspiration from your local and entertain your guests with a kitchen bar of your own. Install an area that allows wine glasses to hang, giving you a beautiful storage aesthetic. Your wall space could also be used as a built-in wine rack, allowing you to showcase your selection.
Pull out bin
Bins can be an unattractive item in your kitchen, and pets love to rummage through a bin. Sometimes it is best to find ways to hide it away and keep your floor space free. The new storage space can be used to house bin bags, air fresheners and kitchen cleaners so these related items can be kept all in one place. If you wanted something more fixed, a built-in bin will keep your rubbish stored away and make for easy emptying.
By following these great kitchen storage tips, you can save on so much space. This will give you more room to add to your space.