Genius Storage Ideas for Small Spaces

When square footage is at a premium, it can feel as though storage solutions will only present themselves with the assistance of magic (if you don't want to get rid of all your stuff, that is). But thanks to the tiny home movement, no wands or wizards needed—storage ideas for small spaces are in greater supply than ever. Yes, some require a handyman—the power of a well-made built-in cannot be overstated—but others are as easy as a simple rearrangement. Below, we've rounded up twenty particularly smart and easily adaptable storage ideas for small spaces.

Shelf Dividers

If your small space is a studio, you might be trying to find inventive ways to delineate the bed "room" from the living "room" without putting up a wall. Stacking crates or even floating an open shelving unit will provide you with extra space to stash things while you're splitting things up.

Kitchen Island with Storage Space

Tuck your extra plates and multiple gadgets you purchased during your celery juice phase in the cabinets of your kitchen island. Never wonder where to store your holiday placemats again.