20 Kitchen Storage Organization Ideas

An intelligent kitchen storage organization can make the cooking area both convenient and aesthetically pleasing, saving the host’s effort and time. Here are some useful tips and hacks on how to set up a workspace in the kitchen.

Everything you need – at hand

The closer the main items used daily (cutting boards, spatulas, pots) are, the less time is spent on finding, washing, and cleaning them. Bulky dishes (frying pans and pots) should be placed in the lower cabinet closer to the doors.

Your most frequently used utensils should be stored in a special container or hung on rails.

The photo shows an example of how to distribute the most demanded items and products.

Convenient countertop

Ideally, the workspace should be about 31-35 inches (80-90 cm) long and be located between the sink and the stove. The refrigerator should be nearby – then you won’t have to walk across the kitchen during cooking. The countertop for cooking should preferably be empty.

The photo shows a semi-empty countertop, convenient for cooking. 

Storage in trays

It’s convenient to store similar products together: it makes them easier to find and afterwards easier to keep the kitchen tidy. Separate boxes or trays work well for this. For instance, gather jars with spices in one place, cereals in another, and a tea set in a third. It’s best to store onions and garlic in perforated paper bags.

The photo shows an example of separate product storage.

Ceiling space

If the room is small and you haven’t chosen a kitchen set yet, you might want to consider high hanging cabinets that reach the ceiling.

If your kitchen furniture stays the same, you can use the top of the cabinets and place closed boxes or baskets with useful items that you don’t need every day on them.

The photo shows a kitchen with high cabinets reaching the ceiling.

Space under the sink

If you store more than just a trash bin under the sink, you should distribute the contents throughout the cabinet’s volume. You can add an extra shelf for cleaning supplies, place a compact cabinet with pull-out drawers or attach a rail for spray bottles.

Vertical storage

Flat dishes – trays, lids, baking forms, and even frying pans – are easier to keep vertically, not stacked on each other. Only deep utensils should be stacked.

Rectangular Containers

When storing in a kitchen cabinet, it’s more ergonomic to use containers and trays with straight corners rather than round ones: they fit snugly against each other and save significantly more space than a set of jars. This rule also applies to rectangular kitchen appliances.

The photo shows rectangular containers filling the entire drawer space.

Hanging Baskets

Another useful kitchen storage idea is the use of special metal baskets that hang on the wall or railing. You can gather the most frequently used products in them: for instance, a can of coffee, a bottle of oil, a salt shaker. This fixture clears up the workspace, and the necessary items are always at hand.

The photo shows hanging structures for convenient jar storage.

Insertable Shelves

Small racks will let you maximize the empty space in a cabinet: products, cups, or glasses are distributed on two levels, and no extra shelf needs to be attached. Such an organizer is convenient to use on a kitchen window sill as well.

Identical Containers 

If your family frequently uses plastic containers, it’s better to buy containers of the same size: after washing and drying, you can easily stack them into each other. A variety of different items only clutters the kitchen space and complicates storage.

The photo shows containers of the same shape stacked into each other.

Mug Hooks

It’s handy to store mugs not only on a dish rack but also in sight, especially if they have an aesthetic value. You’ll need special hanging fixtures or hooks that attach to the shelves for this.

 Fridge Organizer

An unusual but convenient container is perfect for the glass shelves in the fridge. A sliding transparent drawer effectively utilizes unused space.

 Using Every Free Corner

When ordering a kitchen set, don’t neglect narrow pull-out drawers: they’re handy for storing small accessories, bottled water, knives, and ladles. 

The photo shows a kitchen with a handy fixture for storing utensils.

 Sink Area Organization

Convenient fixtures are great for storing sponges and cleaning agents near the sink. Such accessories look neater than bottles and cloths scattered around the sink.

Shelf Above the Fridge

If your fridge isn’t integrated into your kitchen storage system and the space above it is vacant, it’s recommended to install an open shelf, cabinet, or loft on top.

The photo shows a semi-circular multi-tier shelf for storing cookbooks.

Drawer at the Bottom of the Cabinet

A sliding structure instead of the bottom decorative panel provides another way to store items in the kitchen. You can store baking sheets or small toys for children there. The children can play while the adults are busy cooking. If there are pets in the house, you can keep food and water bowls in the drawer and close it when not in use.

The photo shows a pull-out drawer with bowls for dogs.

Storage of Flutes

Glass flutes can become a decoration for the interior if you make a special shelf and hang them by their stems. The design should not interfere with cooking and movement in the kitchen. You can also find devices for sale that are located on the inside of cabinets.

Shelf Above the Table

You can fill the empty space above the dining area with one or several shelves. There, you can store napkin holders, plates, sugar bowls, or mugs hanging on hooks.

Cabinet Sides

The side walls of the cabinets can also serve as extra space for utensils and spices. But kitchen storage requires thoughtfulness, so avoid excessively loading the space with open shelves.

Pull-out System in the Corner

You can make use of corner cabinets with special designs: carousels, pull-out shelves, baskets.

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By paying special attention to such a “trifle” as kitchen order, and properly organizing space around you, you can significantly improve the quality of your life and transform the interior.