Combine Storage Space with a Stylish Interior? Here’s How!

Storage space is an important part of any home. We often want both a stylish interior and practical ways to store our belongings, but the two do not always go hand in hand. In this blog, we explain how to combine style with smart use of space. With these five useful tips, you will always have room for the things you love.

1. Sliding Doors in the Living Room

From heavy barn-style doors to elegant stained-glass designs, sliding doors come in many different styles and sizes. Take a look at the images alongside this article to get an idea of the variety available.

Sliding doors can save a great deal of space because they do not need to swing open. They also give your home a unique touch. After all, how many people still have one?

2. Bunk Beds or Loft Beds in the Bedroom

The bunk bed is a favourite among children and an ideal piece of furniture for creating extra space. In an area of just two square metres, you can provide sleeping space for two people. This leaves more room in the bedroom for a large television, a comfortable sofa or other furniture.

A loft bed is another practical option. You can sleep on the upper level and place a sofa, desk or storage unit underneath. Twice as useful!

Those who are less keen on bunk beds or loft beds can create extra storage space by placing storage boxes underneath the bed. Boxes with wheels are especially convenient.

3. Storage Cabinets in the Living Room

Cabinets often take up a relatively large amount of space, but they are essential for keeping our belongings organised. It is therefore important to choose the right cabinet.

A good solution is to select cabinets that blend seamlessly into the interior. For example, low cabinets can be used both as storage space and as seating.

A cabinet can also serve more than one purpose. In addition to providing storage, it can hold mirrors and a television. In the example below, lighting has also been integrated into the unit. This improves visibility when using the mirrors and creates more comfortable lighting when watching television. A win-win situation!

Other examples of multifunctional furniture include sofa beds, footstools with storage space for blankets and chairs with built-in compartments for books.

Andere voorbeelden van multifunctionele meubels zijn een slaapbank, een poef met opbergruimte voor dekens en een stoel waarin je ook boeken kunt opbergen.

4. Built-In Wardrobes

To make your cabinets feel like a natural part of the interior, you can choose built-in wardrobes. These create a calm and uncluttered appearance because your belongings seem to disappear as soon as you close the doors.

However, this does not mean there is little storage space. Built-in wardrobes can hold a surprising number of items.

Make sure you use all the available space, for example by extending the cabinets all the way to the ceiling. Items you do not use very often can easily be stored on the highest shelves.

5. Storage Space Outside the Home

No matter how effectively and efficiently you organise your home, there will always be belongings that are difficult to store. Think of seasonal items such as skis or your summer wardrobe. You may not need them for most of the year, but they still take up valuable space in your home.

There is a practical solution. Self-storage is already very popular in the United States and is becoming increasingly common in the Netherlands. You rent a storage unit at a location near you, where your belongings can be stored safely and under controlled conditions. This leaves you with more space at home.

Storage space is available from as little as €1.40 per week.

Experience the Convenience of a Spacious Home

With the help of these tips, you will be able to create more space in your home. All your belongings will have their own place, both inside and outside the house.

As a result, your home will feel tidy, organised and spacious. Experience the convenience of living with more room!