Whole Home Storage Solutions

Beautiful homes are often due to what goes on—literally—behind closed doors. Having enough storage space is key to being able to clear any clutter and create a serene, welcoming atmosphere. At Tri Pointe Homes®, we have great solutions to keep your spaces free of clutter. Here, we will take you room by room and give you tips for getting plenty of storage in your house.

In the entry

One of the most important places to have storage is at the entrance of your home. Create a dedicated area where you can put away boots, hats, coats, scarves, and sneakers. Cubbies are a great way to give a spot to each member of your family. Hooks serve double duty for both coats and bags, while shelving can run all the way up to your ceiling to store scarves and hats. Installing a bench in your entry or mudroom affords a spot for guests to take off or put on their shoes. If you want to keep everything out of sight, consider purchasing baskets to stow your items. Baskets can serve as a decorative feature. If your home is transitional, wicker or seagrass bins are a perfect choice. If you are a modernist, look for sleek plastic or stainless steel bins. For the holidays, opt for bright red fabric bins and decorative pillows placed on your bench to enliven your entrance and bring holiday cheer.

Outfitting your kitchen

Storage is essential in your kitchen—and the options are unlimited. From pull-out spice racks to turntables, you can maximize every inch of space in the kitchen. Create space to house your electronics—you can set up a charging station on your island or even inside a drawer. According to the National Association of Home Builders, 83 percent of home buyers say a walk-in pantry is a must . In addition to storing your packaged, canned, and dry goods, it’s also a great spot to stow brooms and cleaning supplies. Outfit your pantry with plenty of shelves and hooks. Baskets and bins are a great place to tuck away seasonal décor. Consider one container per occasion to make set up and clean up a snap.

Designing the dining room

As an extension of the kitchen, this is another space where the proper storage is key. A low cabinet can not only provide ample storage for seasonal linens, serve ware, and special occasion dinnerware, but also provide place to host a buffet dinner. You may want to create a beverage area or have a wine refrigerator in or near the dining room. Think vertically: Go all the way up to the ceiling with shelving, cabinets, or even a wine rack.

Great Room and Office tips

Bookshelves and cabinets are the obvious ways to clear the clutter. You should also consider furnishing that have hidden storage. Many coffee tables can open up to stow your remote controls, a blanket, or even a book or your tablet. If you have enough storage in the rest of your home, the Great Room and your office should be easy to keep neat as a pin. Even if your TV is wall-mounted, a console provides additional space for storing cables, gaming devices, and helps keep toys and games out of sight .

Bedroom closet ideas

A great walk-in closet is a must for the primary bedroom. Once again, the vertical space is important—although many people line up their shoes on the floor, units that run all the way up to the ceiling allow you to see all your shoes at a glance and use less space. The less-worn ones can be relegated to the top. Finally, carve out a niche for trying on your clothes and hang a mirror. If you have plenty of storage, your walk-in closet can really become a dressing area.

For the kids

Young children are the ones who seem to need the most storage space in their rooms. With hundreds of LEGO® pieces, books, cars, and crayons, it helps to have a spot to put everything away. Select bins and baskets that are fun for kids to throw their toys in. Get creative with shelving and cubbies. Pick out colorful baskets, so that each color can hold a different type of toy. Remember, cubbies don’t have to be square.

Laundry room solutions

Although designing a laundry room may not be as glamorous as designing a kitchen, the storage requirements are just as important. Consider your needs. Do you need a spot for detergent, and will you be folding and ironing your clothes in this space? Fold-away ironing boards are a great space-saving trick. Putting your washer and dryers on pedestals that have storage is a great place to hold dryer sheets and appliance manuals. Additional cabinets and shelving can help you keep clutter at bay. If you need more space for vases, candles, linens, and other odds and ends, laundry room cabinets are an ideal catch-all.

Garage

If you still want room for your cars in your garage, then vertical storage is the way to go. Cabinets, wall racks and hooks, and open shelving large enough to hold labeled storage bins will keep your tools, home maintenance equipment, sporting goods, and holiday decorations organized while still leaving you enough space to move around.

Ultimate goals

If you’ve designed and planned for plenty of storage in each room, your home will feel clean and organized. Everything will have its place, yielding a peaceful atmosphere—a place you and your guests will love.

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