I used to think that a truly organized home was just a dream. Then I realized that the secret isn’t more space, it’s more creativity!
Finding smart ways to use every inch of your home can make all the difference. These DIY storage and organizing ideas are some of the best I’ve seen for adding function and charm without breaking the bank.
1. Repurposed Tyre Ottoman
I am a total sucker for furniture that does double duty, and this ottoman is a perfect example. Can you believe it’s made from a recycled tyre?
This little guy is also a secret storage spot, perfect for hiding away all those magazines, books, or even pesky charging cables.
To make it, you just wrap a clean tyre with sisal rope. Then you line the inside with some tough fabric and top it off with a padded plywood circle for the lid. So clever!
2. Wall Baskets
This DIY wall organizer is such a simple way to add some extra storage to your kitchen. All you have to do is secure some planks to the wall and then attach basket pockets.
I think this is just perfect for keeping produce handy or for corralling all those little kitchen odds and ends.
3. Corner Boxes
Seriously, don’t throw out those old produce boxes! You can totally repurpose them into this awesome corner shelving unit. It would be a lifesaver for adding storage in the kitchen, garage, or even a craft room.
Just give the boxes a good cleaning, let them dry, and then secure them to the wall with some strong glue or nails. Easy peasy!
4. Open Wall Closet
If you’ve got a small bedroom where every inch counts, this open wall closet is a fantastic idea. I love that it makes use of that often-forgotten space above the door.
The moving ladder is a brilliant touch that makes everything accessible. You’ll want to build it on the wall that’s least visible from the doorway for the best look. What a smart design!
5. Cardboard Dividers
A little bit of creativity can go a long way when it comes to organizing. Just adding some simple cardboard dividers to a drawer makes it look so much better and makes finding things a breeze.
I think this would be perfect for your home office drawers, cutlery, or even for your kids’ art supplies.
6. Bed and Storage
That space under the bed is prime real estate for storage! You can get so much more out of it by lifting the bed, creating drawers, or just adding some organizers.
This DIY pallet bed is a great example of how to get a ton of storage space built right in.
7. Slide-Out Pantry
I love how these slide-out pantries help you use every single inch of your kitchen. Don’t let that awkward sliver of space go to waste when you can build a slide-out pantry for it!
This project might take some advanced carpentry skills and a couple of days to finish, but it will make a huge difference in your kitchen’s organization.
8. Hat Display
Here’s a thought, things don’t count as clutter if you display them beautifully! This hat hanger is a perfect example. Instead of being tucked away, the hats are out for everyone to see and admire.
It’s a decoration and an organizer all in one, which is a total design win in my book.
9. Ladder Shelves
Ladder shelves are great because they’re portable and you can move them wherever you need them. This DIY ladder shelf is so striking and slim, it would fit perfectly into a small spot in the bathroom.
With four shelves, it gives you plenty of space for towels, toiletries, and other bathroom essentials.
10. Console Table
You can tackle living room clutter with a DIY console table. All you need are a few cuts of wood, some varnish, and some basic carpentry skills. You can design it to fit your exact needs.
This rustic one is doing triple duty as a display center and a TV stand, too!
11. Hanging Ladder
Want to create a towel ladder without any carpentry? This is the project for you! All you need are some sticks for the rungs and a good length of sturdy rope.
Just drill a hole in both ends of the sticks and string the rope through to create the ladder. How easy is that?
12. Hooks and Slats
Why not take advantage of that empty wall space with this flexible organizer? For this project, you’ll need some recycled wood slats, a couple of metal rods, and a pair of wall hooks.
Just attach the slats to the rods, then hang it all up. With hooks, you can organize and display just about anything!
13. Bench and Books
I’ve always thought window benches make the best reading nooks. You get all that wonderful natural light, and it’s a comfy spot to curl up.
To make it even better, you can add book slots underneath the bench. It’s a great way to keep your books organized and right within arm’s reach.
14. Canvas Pockets
This is such a brilliant way to add storage where there was none before. You just need some sturdy canvas to stitch up this space-saving wall pocket organizer.
You can totally customize it to your needs by adding pockets, hooks, loops, or whatever else you can think of.
15. Pantry Lid Rack
Let’s be honest, pantries can get chaotic with all those pots, pans, and lids. Using the inside of your cabinet doors to store the lids is such a smart idea!
It gets them out of the pile and makes them easy to find. Just add some wood planks to create a little space, then add bars to hold the lids in place. Genius!
16. Craft Room Caddy
You can turn a regular old caddy into this incredible organizer on wheels. Just add some side pockets to the trays using recycled plastic containers.
I can see this being so useful as a mobile art station, a makeup organizer, or even a caddy for the nursery!
17. Hanging Crates
If you don’t want to commit to building a shelf, this hanging organizer is the perfect solution. It’s so fast and easy to put together, and you don’t need any real carpentry skills.
Just gather some crates, give them a good cleaning and a coat of paint, and then string them up wherever you need them most.
18. Pink Crates
With just a few recycled crates, you can create this totally charming and functional organizer. After you clean and dry the crates, just arrange them in a way that fits your space and your needs.
A little glue or a few nails will make them more stable. Then all that’s left is to paint them your favorite color!
19. Pegboard Organiser
A pegboard organizer is one of those ideas that is so simple but so effective. To make this, you’ll need a frame to hold the pegboard off the wall.
Then you can add shelves, baskets, and hooks to hold all your different items. I think this would be perfect for a nursery changing station, a home office, or a craft room.
20. PVC Shoe Rack
This is such an ingenious way to organize shoes while keeping them easy to grab. You just cut a large PVC pipe to the right length and then stack the pieces against a wall.
Each pipe piece becomes a perfect little slot for a pair of shoes. It’s a great idea for a mudroom or back entryway.
21. Wall Pockets
Don’t just toss those big detergent or shampoo bottles when they’re empty! You can turn them into this super functional wall pocket organizer.
I think this would be a game-changer in those rooms that get cluttered easily, like a craft room, a kids’ playroom, or a home office.
22. Hexagon Shelves
You can turn old pallets into these absolutely stunning hexagon shelves. Just clean them up, cut them to the size you need, and then assemble the sides.
The best part is that you can arrange them however you want to fit your wall space. You could go vertical, horizontal, or even create a cool beehive pattern!
23. Wire Wall Organiser
You can quickly add some much-needed storage to your home office by putting a wire mesh grid on the wall. Just use clips and hooks to hang baskets and bins for all your different office supplies.
It’s a great way to keep your desk clear while still having everything within reach.
24. Framed Secrets
These wall frames are more than they appear, they’re actually secret storage spots for your valuables. Talk about hiding in plain sight!
You can make these by building thin wooden boxes and using picture frames as the covers. If you paint the boxes to match the frames, they’ll blend right in.
25. Wire Baskets
These wire baskets are perfect for getting your pantry, closet, or garage in order.
I love that you can stack them away when you’re not using them, and since you can see what’s inside, there’s less hassle when you’re looking for something.
Plus, they make it so much easier to move things around for cleaning!
26. Bathroom Ladder Organiser
How chic and modern is this? And it’s so easy to create! This amazing towel ladder can also hold your other bathroom items like toilet paper, magazines, and toiletries.
You just need two long pieces of wood and some smaller sticks for the steps. You can paint or varnish it however you like and add hooks and baskets as needed.
27. Raised Bed
You don’t need a bigger room to get more space, you just need to be more creative. This raised bed idea is pure genius for creating a ton of closet and storage space.
The inner shelves are perfect for clothes and bags, while the other shelves are great for displaying your favorite things.
28. Bed Frame
Now this is a smartly designed bed frame! It’s also a bedside table and storage unit all in one. The frame is built custom to the mattress and the room.
I love the open drawers along the bottom and foot of the bed, and the counters on the side serve as tables or even workspaces.
29. Basket Shelving
This basket shelving is so stunning and creative, and it looks pretty simple to recreate. You just need a few produce baskets, which you can either recycle or buy from a craft store.
Then just glue or nail them to the wall. Voila! Instant, charming shelves.
30. Neat Entryway
You can make your entryway feel so much more welcoming with this space-saving DIY organizer.
The system features a rustic plank wall, hooks for bags and jackets, a bench, and shoe slots underneath. It’s everything you need in one spot!
31. Can Dispenser
Trying to store canned goods can be such a mess. It’s hard to see what you have, and things always get lost in the back of the cabinet.
This can dispenser and organizer solves that problem completely. Everything is on display, and its first-in, first-out design helps you manage your stock. No more waste!
32. Crated Shoes
You definitely don’t need to spend a lot on a shoe rack. This one is made from recycled crates mounted on the wall, with extra shelves added inside for more room.
I love that the top layer even works as a console table for plants and pictures!
33. Repurposed Chic
Can you believe this chic shelving is made from old window shutters? This is such a pretty and charming way to add extra storage and display space to a bathroom.
It also brings a touch of vintage elegance to the room. I absolutely love it.
34. Under the Bench
Benches that can also serve as storage are one of my favorite things. They give you an accessible but hidden spot to tuck away household items that would otherwise create clutter.
Try adding drawers to your window seats, breakfast nook benches, or the bench at the end of your bed.
35. Produce Boxes
You can get your produce drawers so much more organized just by adding some used boxes or crates.
This is not only great for separating different fruits and veggies, but it also helps you keep track of what you need to use first.
Just clean and dry some fruit boxes, vegetable crates, or even regular product boxes and pop them in!
36. Doorway Build-Ins
This idea is perfect for smaller homes or apartments where you need to get creative with space. Building storage around doorways is a fantastic way to get the space you need without taking up a lot of square footage.
Plus, since doorways are high-traffic areas, it puts everything within easy reach. This would work so well in a bedroom, kitchen, or bathroom.
37. Hanging Shelves
Want to add some shelves but don’t have carpentry skills? Try hanging them with ropes! These shelves are held up by sturdy ropes strung through the corners.
It’s such a sleek, modern, and totally ingenious look!
38. Bin Organiser
This bin organizer can be installed in any room that tends to get cluttered, like a playroom, bedroom, or even the kitchen. You can build the stand to fit your storage needs and the space you have.
I especially like how this playroom organizer has a built-in bench, which is perfect for playing or reading.
39. Palette Shelves
These simple, organic shelves and drawers made from recycled pallets add such a beautiful contrast to a room with smooth, modern finishes. It’s a total design win in my book.
The shelves are also perfectly functional, giving you space to store things and display your favorite items.
40. Jewellery Organiser
If you’re tired of dealing with a jumble of necklaces, earrings, and bracelets, this DIY jewelry organizer is for you! It keeps everything nicely organized and displayed.
You’ll just need a few wood planks for the back, some lumber for the frames, and hooks to hold all your beautiful pieces.
