Don’t let clutter overtake your kid’s room; these solutions are fun,
attractive and effective.
Use
colorful bins.
Whether you use them for toy storage or out-of-season clothes,
bright bins will help your kids stay organized. Arranged at a child-friendly
height, this grouping of bins fits snugly into an oversize organizer. The gold
hue and metal finish are reminiscent of lockers. Include labels identifying the
contents of the bins for an added layer of organization.
Add
wall cubbies.
Display cubes make for excellent kids’-room storage. They can be
painted any color and arranged in any configuration for a custom look. This
stack of storage cubes utilizes a small wall and vertical space, and is filled
with the child’s
precious keepsakes.
Make
a case for storage.
Placed side by side, bookcases with large bases become
storage central. Toys can be displayed on open shelves, while built-in drawers
below stash unsightly items. Painted a creamy white, the storage space works
for any age, from toddler to teen.
Add
a corner cabinet.
Make the most of an unoccupied corner by filling it with
storage. This nursery has a dresser-turned-changing table occupying the space
between walls. Its deep drawers hold clothes and changing supplies below.
Be
thrifty.
A child’s bedroom doesn’t have to lack style to stay organized. In fact, these
spaces can be the perfect receptacle for funky flea-market finds. This metal
locker unit, for example, holds extra toys and clothes in both open and closed
storage while adhering to the home’s overall industrial design style.
Personalize cubbies.
A basic cubby set gets a custom look with smart storage
add-ons. Large white bins hold larger items, while smaller plastic containers
keep tiny items like crafts supplies tidy. The generous counter space keeps
important items close. Meanwhile, picture frames outfitted with elastic straps
hold books in place near a reading nook.
Create
storage with crates.
Wall-mounted crates turn otherwise wasted wall space into a
valuable storage center. A narrow-yet-durable design is perfect for holding
books and magazines. When installing crates near a closet, as shown here, make
sure there’s
plenty of clearance for the door.
Make
room for others.
Your child’s siblings and friends will love that there’s a space designed just for
them. A chair, bean bag, bench or window seat all fit the bill. Look for a furniture
piece, such as the bench shown here, that doubles as storage space for your
kids’
room or playroom.
Pretty
it up.
Whether your furniture is new or used, unite the pieces
with color. Pink in various shades is carried throughout this small space. The
storage-savvy shelving unit is dressed in a pretty white to ensure the piece
stays timeless while your child (and her taste in decor) grows.
Annex
space.
Installing a bank of cabinets in unused wall space provides
oodles of storage. The cabinets hide diapers, clothes, shoes and other items behind
closed doors. A set of open shelves on the wall provides a display area for
more precious items.
Look
high for inspiration.
Hang a display shelf high on the wall to keep your child’s treasures in view. These items
will be out of the way when your kids are toddlers and can serve as a changing
arrangement of trophies, artwork and stuffed animals as the years pass.
Utilize
under-bed storage.
This shared kids’ room takes advantage of its small layout thanks to
built-ins under the bed. Pull-out drawers hold books, stuffed toys and other nighttime needs.
The bunk-style beds free up floor space elsewhere in the room.
Transform
a nook.
An awkward nook of space gets a storage redo with a few
simple tweaks. A basic cube organizer doubles as bookshelf and toy box, while
the top shelf holds treasured collectibles. A cozy chair encourages your kiddo
to curl up with a book.
Get
instant organization with baskets.
Baskets make any mess look instantly more organized. A
collection of different sizes and shapes is perfect for corralling stuffed
toys, knickknacks and other small items. Fun pops of color add a touch of whimsical
style.
Detail
a dresser.
In a room that’s large enough, a dresser can be a great addition. Fill
with clothing, CDs or games. This one is detailed with a chic ombre look.
Hide
it in plain sight.
Large white wicker baskets offer handy storage for bulky
items like diapers and wet wipes. To cut down on dust, look for storage bins with lids. Or nestle them
in a freestanding organizer.
Sneak
in storage.
Sneak storage into your kids’ room anywhere you can. In this
room, drawers built under the window seat and bed provide handy places to keep
toys at child level. A large built-in shelving unit displays favorite
collectibles.
Make
a window seat.
A window seat flanked by two large shelves is the perfect
spot to retreat with a good book. Deck out the space with comfy pillows and
stuffed toys. Baskets beneath the window seat hold favorite reads.