If you are feeling like you are lacking space, that doesn’t mean you need to pack up and move. There are many design strategies and furnishings that are designed to help you better utilize the space that you have available—limited as it may be. In particular, tall storage pieces save space by taking up less floor room and utilizing otherwise underutilized vertical space. If you don’t have empty floor space, look up for your storage solutions!

Vertical storage spaces can be filled with accessories and decor that would otherwise clutter your floor space. With so many space-saving furniture pieces such as a tall chest of drawers or bookshelves on the market today, there is surely an option for everyone! There are vertical storage solutions for every room of your home, including your bedrooms and living spaces!

Bedroom:

1. Chest of Drawers: Every bedroom needs ample drawers for storing clothing, bedding and accessories. You can get the most out of your space by choosing a chest of drawers instead of a dresser. Typically, a dresser is wide and stands lower to the ground; while a chest of drawers is thinner and taller. Due to their tall and narrow build, a chest of drawers works best for bedrooms with limited floor space. When choosing a chest of drawers, be sure to pick one with strong drawers and high-quality runners, otherwise daily use will quickly wear them out. If you don’t have much room to work with but still can’t part with your dresser, consider putting it in your closet rather than putting it on show. You may also consider placing closet organizers or bins in the top few drawers to keep smaller personal items organized.

2. Storage Bed: It is no surprise that the bed takes up the most space in the room, so why not utilize that space? Beds with storage will oftentimes have pull out drawers with ample storage built right into the bedframe, with the mattress laid on top. This would be a good place to store extra bedding items such as spare pillows, throw blankets or spare sheet sets. By stacking up storage and your mattress, you can gain space in a room.

Living Room:

1. Tall Bookshelf: In addition to serving as storage, a tall bookshelf will help draw attention upward, making your ceilings feel taller and your space larger. Many tall bookshelves include adjustable shelves, which is a nice feature when it comes to adding storage bins or personal decor.

2. Accent Cabinet: Looking for a functional yet stylish storage piece? Look no further. Their abundant and adjustable shelving space makes for a practical yet pleasing look to store additional living room decor or personal items. Bonus points for small spaces: these cabinets are typically long and lean!

3. Wall Space: Oftentimes, utilizing wall space for storage is the last thought in many people's minds. A group of floating shelves can draw attention upward. This can be a fashionable and useful way to show off artwork, collectibles, and other decorative items.

Bathroom & Kitchen

1. Stackable Drawers: There are two rooms in a house where it often ends up feeling like there is never enough storage space: the bathroom and the kitchen. One of the most efficient ways to maximize storage in these spaces is by better utilizing built-in cabinets. Use shelf organizers to better stack items, and utilize all the vertical space that is available.

2. Pantry Organizers: Late-night snacking has never been easier! An over the door pantry organizer conveniently adds several shelf spaces and helps keep your snacks or spices organized in one place! Similarly, organizers can help you utilize every inch of storage space in a bathroom closet.

3. Dual Purpose Tables: Consider bringing an uncommon item into your bathroom or kitchen to save on space. A bar cart or small accent table can be nestled in a corner or along a wall. Add some wicker baskets or storage bins to keep items such as towels or utensils conveniently placed. Look for a small but tall accent table that lets you stack up items without consuming a lot of floor space.

Remember when on the hunt for furniture for any small room, pick multifunctional pieces with ample storage space inside that helps keep as much floor space available as possible.