Whether you’re moving into a mobile tiny home with plans to travel or want to lean into minimalism, a tiny home offers a chance to downsize and simplify. Tiny homes also come with challenges—like what to do with your belongings. Count on ShelfGenie® for clever tiny house storage ideas that let you live large, no matter your square footage.
Make The Most Out Of Vertical Space in Tiny Houses
When optimizing your tiny house storage, make every square inch count by leveraging your vertical space.
Mount Hooks and Racks in Overlooked Spaces
Make use of the vertical space in your tiny home by installing racks, hooks, and organizers to keep your floor area clear. Hooks are versatile and can be installed from floor to ceiling. Racks can add storage when hung high. Consider removable or adjustable options that are easily mounted and removed to allow you to remain flexible as your storage needs change.
Use Your Doorways
Door- and entryways can provide valuable storage space in tiny homes.
- Consider storing shoes in hanging shoe racks or over-the-door hanging options.
- Hang coats in the doorway area on hooks or install a coat tree.
- Post a magnetic board or whiteboard for organizing mail items or important invitations.
Small Kitchen Storage Ideas for Tiny Houses
Tiny house storage ideas for your kitchen turn a busy and often cluttered space into an organized area.
Get Organized and Efficient with Dividers
You may consider custom-made dividers for your tiny kitchen. Installing drawer dividers to manage your utensils and spices. By sectioning off your kitchen drawers, you’ll avoid a chaotic mess and find everything you need instantly. Consider diagonal dividers if you have longer utensils for grilling.
Make the Most of Wall and Overhead Space
Wall-mounted or overhead storage can be used for pots, pans, small kitchen appliances, and more that would otherwise take up valuable counter space. A pegboard or magnetic strip on your backsplash can be perfect for storing your scissors and knives while still keeping them within easy reach.
Install Corner Cabinets
Corner cabinet Pull-Out Shelves are a great tiny house storage idea because they offer a way to store your things more efficiently. Instead of searching in the dark recesses of a cupboard for the items you need, you can simply pull them closer to you. Pull-Outs are available in different heights to accommodate tall to small items.
Tiny Bathroom Storage Solutions
Small bathrooms can still pack a big punch thanks to clever storage solutions that help you maximize the space in your bathroom.
Add Shelves Over Your Toilet
Over-the-toilet shelves are a great place to store towels, toiletries, or decorative items without giving up valuable floor or cabinet space. This shelving comes in a variety of designs and sizes to match your decor and allows you to decide if you want to add storage baskets or leave everything out in the open.
Upgrade Storage with Wall-Mounted Cabinets
Consider installing wall-mounted medicine cabinets if your tiny house doesn’t already have them. Install them over the sinks or mirrors, and use them to store all your daily necessities, like medications, toothbrushes, and toothpaste.
Invest In Stackable Storage
Leverage your bathroom cabinet storage by adding stackable bins inside your cabinets and trays or dividers for your drawers. Use these to organize all of your makeup, bath products, or bathroom cleaning supplies.
Efficient Closet Storage for Tiny Houses
Because every tiny house is different, look to customizable options for maximizing your closet space.
Maximize Space with Hanging Organizers
One of the most effective storage ideas for tiny houses is installing hanging organizers in your closet. These hangers come in all kinds of styles, from fabric drawers to shelves and racks. You can use it to store folded clothes, accessories, shoes, and more.
Customize Closet Shelving
If you don’t have space for a vertical organizer, compact shelves can hold your items, adding an extra layer of customization. If your closet isn’t big enough for a traditional closet organizer, choose free-standing shelves or stackable bins.
Consider Ceiling-Mounted Hanging Racks
Out of space in your closet? No problem. With ceiling-mounted hanging racks, you have the freedom to choose the style and length that best suits your space. Mount the racks into your ceiling for flexible storage space that keeps your floors free of clutter and your clothing tidy.
Store Items Under Your Bed
Storing items under your bed is an excellent way to make the most of the usable space in your tiny home. Be sure to choose containers that have a low enough profile to fit under a bed. You may opt for vacuum-sealed bags for extra bedding and clothing storage. Sort and categorize all of your items before placing them in a storage container, and be sure to label them so you can quickly identify the things you need.
Multipurpose & Hidden Storage Solutions for Tiny Homes
Make the most of every inch of your living space with clever living room furniture ideas for small spaces. From multipurpose furniture to sneaky hidden storage, you have multiple options to keep your living space neat.
Use Multipurpose Furniture
A great storage idea for a small home is to create furniture that can be used for multiple purposes. Storage seating can be built into bay or bow window designs or can stand on its own. You can also create more space for your belongings by using a sofa that transforms into a bed instead of having two separate items of furniture for sitting and sleeping. With multipurpose furniture, you can fully maximize the functionality of each piece.
Create Hidden Storage
Incorporate built-in and even hidden storage solutions into your tiny home. With the proven ShelfGenie approach, you can benefit from custom-designed built-in cabinets, shelving units, and storage compartments under stairs and furniture. Customizing storage to fit the specific dimensions of your tiny house helps maximize space efficiency.
Explore Custom Workspace Solutions
Rather than camping out on your couch with a foldable table, consider creating a custom workstation. Install a desk with an extendable tray to widen your working area and ensure your laptop and keyboard have plenty of space. You may also add vertical cabinets and cubbies to store work-related items or materials for arts, crafts, and hobbies.
Use the Space Under Your Stairs
Cabinetry and shelving can be custom-built to fit the exact shape and dimension of the space under your stairs and further help you maximize every inch of your living space. Use this highly customized solution to store linens without a closet and stash extra toiletries, books, shoes, and more. Adding custom Pull-Out shelves will make accessing the area under your stairs easier.
Living in your tiny house with a pet? Turn your under-stair space into a dedicated spot for your furry family member. Arrange bedding, bowls, toys, and any kennels or litter boxes underneath your stairs for a convenient, out-of-the-way storage solution. You could even have a custom-made door installed to conceal their items or create a dedicated space with a pet door to let them sleep in their own “room.”
Use Ottomans and Poufs for Storage
Ottomans, stools, and poufs with storage capacity are ideal for adding functional decor to your space. Lift-top or hinged ottomans that reveal a storage compartment inside are perfect for holding pillows, blankets, games, and magazines. Some ottomans have built-in drawers on one or both sides that work great for storing smaller items such as stationery.
Use Baskets and Bins
Using baskets and bins is a great way to organize smaller items in your home. Label different baskets and bins according to what is inside and store them on shelves around your tiny home. They come in many different materials, shapes, and sizes, providing stylish tiny home storage for all kinds of things.
Custom Storage Solutions by ShelfGenie for Tiny Houses
When you need to find extra storage in your tiny home, schedule a consultation with your local ShelfGenie team. Our designers will come to your residence, assess your space, and work with you on a real-time 3D rendering of your custom storage solutions. Because our designs are tailored to your tiny home, you can count on ShelfGenie for flexible, functional solutions that work for any type of space, from loft-style tiny homes to container homes, travel trailers, and more. Plus, you can keep your design and adjust it however you like at any time before the installation.
With most of the work done before your installation appointment, about 98% of installations only take one day. All of our work is backed by the Neighborly Done Right Promise®, which ensures your satisfaction. If it’s not done right, we promise to make it right®.
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This article is intended for general informational purposes only and may not be applicable to every situation. You are responsible for determining the proper course of action for your home and property. ShelfGenie is not responsible for any damages that occur as a result of this blog content or your actions. For the most accurate guidance, contact your local ShelfGenie location for a comprehensive, on-site assessment.
