Maximize your small space with IKEA hacks that are both stylish and functional, even on a tight budget. IKEA’s blank-slate styles inspire creativity, allowing you to think beyond their prescribed uses. Start with basic IKEA pieces and add chic upgrades such as a fresh coat of paint or luxe materials like leather to build in extra storage. These IKEA hacks, designed to fit seamlessly into small spaces, will help you incorporate extra storage throughout your home, making your space feel instantly more organized.
01. Seating With Hidden Storage: Molly at Almost Makes Perfect combined a couple of NORDI dressers from IKEA to create modern bench seating for a breakfast nook. This seating solution includes hidden storage underneath, perfect for keeping napkins, tablecloths, candles, and more organized and easily accessible.
02. Sneak in a Get-Ready Station: Erin from A New Bloom added legs to the wall-mounted EKBY ALEX shelf to create a get-ready station in her small bedroom. This DIY vanity with two drawers and a shelf is stylish and space-savvy, providing storage for toiletries without overwhelming the room.
03. Create an Itty-Bitty Built-In: Brooke at Nesting with Grace upgraded the STALL shoe cabinet with leather handles and a wooden top, making it a perfect narrow cabinet to serve as a command center in a tiny kitchen. This smart hack can hold computers, keys, and even cat food without taking up valuable kitchen space.
04. Install a Sleek Office Organizer: Evgeniya from Foxy and Brass shared a DIY pegboard on Grillo Designs that adds storage without compromising style. She painted a SKADIS pegboard a chic charcoal gray and spray-painted hanging accessories gold to organize odds and ends. This setup allows for easy adjustments as organizing needs change.
05. Go Vertical With Book Storage: Afra from Through Mama’s Eyes turned BEKVAM spice racks into wall-hanging book storage for her kids’ bedroom. This clever design maximizes book storage while keeping the floor space clear for games and toys.
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