New Ideas For Storage Solutions By Using Baskets

Baskets are storage workhorses. They provide easy organization solutions plus they're stylish and can add warmth to any room in the house.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7xQm_5sUr9v_t4spdWsuikZpOIOBoAHcZVFGKFY0LjL_j7esRly66FyfvEeGNWXUv4jM-AXvV2MXzWBr7Z0l5qDFn9S6RDjDi9IWcYac2PYeCPbxQG8iyXpmZKTgXa-OKQ3KtC-Aj/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-5.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Grab a Seat</span> </b></span></div><br />Create an entryway bench from a coffee table, seat cushions, and a catchall basket. Use the basket to collect keys, mail, books, and other items that pile up by the door. The large basket gives the area a polished look without requiring a lot of organization from the homeowners.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIbXBFsYaNY7T3vaz_tGrHEOnniImgqglExi5AIjmd3xboS7-laRbXTBEmAI4GYw-Sge4HmYONrNVuT6iNRBLv3DyoDZL61odUOjEt6P1qGTdVGT5AwmAXP9X2N99kYKrmULCBF_la/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-10.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b> <span class="heading2">Baskets in a Row</span> </b></span></div><br />Open shelves do more than create a fashionable presentation, they also ensure often-used items are easy to access. Identical baskets are perfect for organizing linens and other kitchen items.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgycw94qBqD-YeSzZh6O2nc68vYGLhc36PeyhtpNy2VFIuIAw95TMM6iC8hdegeu2X0trJhrnSuWbgwIvyrlCX-cQ6k7OY_H5FvKBjPPOIVE2nEglesglwsyF638Fs0yBcjxa7kPOcc/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-4.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Casual Style</span> </b></span></div><br />Woven side chairs, a slipcovered sofa, and crisp white draperies give this living room a casual look. Baskets round out the decor by repeating the texture from the side chairs and bamboo shades. The baskets also add storage to the coffee table.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRK4G9wjK0cJqAoHka5ktS-y0-5E3Md5GC83-vgSPvo8x6afyHtqwWZOrEM-kbL2uzBPDtM7NHpqminJEKMecIe2IknF_XMqB-spJkrCiQQY_BmnXy8zWtTTAC0pZG5ezdnZsA5iw-/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-3.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Underbed Storage</span> </b></span></div><br />Create an instant linen closet with a large woven basket. Stack sheets, pillowcases, and extra blankets in lidded baskets that you can stash under the bed. Prevent scratching floors or snagging carpets by adding stick-on furniture sliders.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEginWYIrWnHfkga9sQSVFRArc5KNSXxsZ2Uwtun67NLahybX77d2F4F17hyphenhyphenJTnsiTMdwsL3NwLGvQZdaNdkOcBYHNfzyRWjxuvF-zbBlNYIn1bmPzK7NdFc4RR0ikciw4st4eNVR72i/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-6.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Task-It Baskets</span> </b></span></div><br />Organize household files with flair by trading a clunky metal file cabinet for a woven lidded chest. Be sure the basket's inside measurements will fit your letter- or legal-size files. The interior measurement of this chest is 12x12 inches. To securely hang letter or legal-size files inside, add an adjustable hanging file frame from an office supply store.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-kYKxsj9iVOVvwyIugDqpkLAfwrWPL8qMFwh-jcSb8oPdZ2gIVRBvkTWDHz8e7pnJYDKZ3GW7yMda4Ac22dBSGXZzZhD8NkGZxIEf2X_cnm9WQ6XT9ZivMJoHRd5oAsB9mvoCI-Oo/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-9.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Control Station</span></b></span></div><br />Corral coffee table runaways with a basket organizer. This simple basket is stylish enough to sit out on the table and it keeps everything in one spot so when you want to change the channel, you'll always know where to find the remote. Look for a basket with compartments, like a utensil organizing basket.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-uDvz3SCnPKgEbcQdHWFchtevEdplStBzbsloCTet5zgX2_UPe6eAJ2iITux6FLHCv5wZSHNYdVWZn3BrTFNL0ENguW1b6EyrgWCwLgu2DCW46BTFy_vhaBkFe9-V8XdtGsOAFyqI/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-12.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Kitchen Counter Basket</span></b></span></div><br />Use a shallow basket to organize cooking oils and spices. Line the bottom of the basket with a metal cookie sheet to making cleaning up inevitable spills easier<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8X_aKGjQoIMCYptJszYo9XrWHA2PoLhZJwzgXtisfgWGwRwQc52EtvygbWcQZroMAB89ocCtHDmnKbHUodgIEFbzOrIRgdls1bpqSHwbVRcs8IaiBWOQ3_bAM2pksMMvCHLPeNExQ/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-8.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b> <span class="heading2">Kitchen Helper</span> </b></span></div><br />Baskets can be helpful for organizing kitchen supplies. Place a basket with handles on a pull-out drawer for easy access to contents. Use one basket for different kinds of tea and another for baking supplies.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPrO2VUl0clvpw-23c_Eqm-siKDtIA7QsT9SqVdAajXl7FdSD_qvpDh1B4Nd6YwchfkppDUdoMM2AOObPwHVDSxPbVQDGMJua22WeYkdjaKs243z7_QH6WhIXJDdguclKEpn8zjnju/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-2.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Wall Decor</span> </b></span></div><br />Baskets can be part of your wall decor. In this bathroom, a wire basket adds architectural interest and towel storage above the toilet.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAfaK3A-hbfYdLozKENTIhGZT9GorhoLVVMvyIuJ4SXW8bwSqPTXt9562kXFDep-f5uyKmtDNsnjX3jDZze3F6h998nJHO_YuhJ31O4QQE3H-ahFgXc6Zeu8zOUWwVFRn8TtPA-Ssl/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Storage Meets Decor</span></b></span></div><br />In the bathroom, storage solutions are often part of the display. Matching woven white baskets hold supplies and coordinate with the bathroom's color palette. X-shape open shelves and glass-front cabinet doors add architectural interest to the vertical storage.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBY2byGxE0r_8BdoOwY8X_F9AJFxg_V3NRIYANDzUO1tkgThK4AOcKpJTdjz-raws41cRRwy8xqiwuT4V24BbYuIz092hd24FG5jVsf68wDGuTmuTOeN4YWn_0j9GSzI2gYJWXZCvG/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-7.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Tidy Shelves</span></b></span></div><br />Keep your bookshelves in check with baskets and bins. Use baskets to corral loose items, such as fabric samples, paint swatches, and project folders. Add labels to each basket to identify its contents and give your shelves more personality. To make labels, attach gift tags to each basket with ribbon and use rub-on alphabet decals.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaeB0gVODi0Z_e-3Oa-eAZCNsueJc9pRC1CZ9by6cH-i01_flhu_iOG5Y6Hu8DDWZC392nxxmQWWTTL_huyxmPgnJ2ZKIYuXKK3uzoKIwPApjz9GjZDOp4l2Ne8hgysZa3u5skhg9S/s640/Storage-Solutions-Using-Baskets-ideas-11.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div style="color: orange; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="heading2">Hamper Basket</span></b></span></div><br />Does throwing bed pillows on the floor every night make you cringe? Toss pillows in a wicker hamper at bedtime to help keep them clean and off the floor.

New Ideas For Storage Solutions By Using Baskets

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Smart Solutions for Small Bathrooms 2014 Ideas

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Make a big splash in a pint-size bath by indulging in chic fixtures and glamorous finishes. Look to colorful fabrics, updated fixtures, and storage niches to help your tiny bath sparkle. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> I hope you find these ideas useful and inspiring to you ...... Enjoy it !! </span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh097L-kky8AtC3rpBbQhLZHsig-RCiSqeCcPiRJTMI4Pp0PiEvtIUm5jWEZ_cxss3M5fpIeNCGlFMU_uFLapRscsvPc_aehF0PcrSG0LELkq2rrLd_ZNipLTeu1evpNYF5CytCE4MHYI4/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cabinet doors can visually weigh down a petite bath. Keep things light and airy with a furniture-style vanity. With this unit, baskets hold supplies on the bottom shelf, ensuring the undersink area provides plentiful storage. Small drawers on both sides of the sink house small toiletries and cosmetics. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGlyRseFQRn6vVPY7OPJIn4IsOVDp3RQ76If277IS3gTjBiQQY4jIJwHua5rV0l5fMHgMCzibQeqTpfsihrv6Kk3CoaPSJg3LV-5oxBB7EwI6mmYKeklZyxZCR1AbG1WEiKp49_rxR8Hs/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-2.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Give a plain bath a quick update by plucking out a few of the existing tiles and replacing them with decorative glass tiles. Flashy new 4x4 inch solid green tiles alternate with a mosaic motif to take the white tiles in this bath from sterile to sensational. To continue the shimmery theme, swap out a standard light fixture in favor of a chandelier. Add a dimmer switch to set the mood for ultimate relaxation. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjND_1JwIpWFTsVepM6QGEvNCbbVCYxZunNG39jk1ec-MowqdVmGdYIV41BUNff_NA-uQPaGkmg4hQtgX3ymlSixhqNoVOQbojoRxJzPjvlMgLzdWHXHMs7gOXzZh7xal8YB2c3bM_awbQ/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-3.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When you're tight on space, call on a pedestal sink or two! A traditional vanity would have closed in this bath and obscured the shower, but a pair of pedestal sinks provides the luxury of a space built for two while maintaining an open feeling. A skylight above adds natural light to this interior room, also making it feel bigger. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPNum4VN_Czw8J4RF8u_x5Ihuf3sxy3pcDyRVf17VAEHIbsr4Oo4YbssA8FHrL7G-kWykQQ4VMcxA7MNpjpSUjDclSJlIlpAK8l2N_DQn-PyDk-M6meGCsC9EBqxvGZjqP7H3-4aCNl7g/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-4.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Give your bath a timeless look by splurging on a marble countertop and save on inexpensive cabinetry. This simple marble-topped workbench-style vanity provides room for towels and toiletries under the sink. Simple cotton skirting, instead of traditional doors, keeps the items under wraps. Flirty green floral wallpaper adds cottage style that's easy to update in the future. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDVu-LhbExHV9IqntLKjoLRhdeWJ277Ge5TXBCGvn59LuWI2JFsyVDF6ScUMmuAzfWtKi57AZFiOrfdoJ08_VV-66NCh5OySfgT8AiqCOVuPhQokSQYO8NEkiGVyz4z099BuztxY2Lvaw/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-5.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Create an eye catching focal point by pressing an antique table or dresser into service as a vanity. Modern vessel sinks partnered with vintage inspired bridge faucets connect old and new in this bath. To keep the look streamlined, two slender vertical mirrors hide 9 inch deep medicine cabinets, one complete with an outlet for the hair dryer. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtVKcgg5A6rdteOHXUDUMi3t6AKUAZBUXpTwS3xRgWMYrZu1An803g-km2_xpwk1JkiHpX643fBkEderbOWc5QYmzCEviSc2TGDz5ul2oZQxB4y10Iyh_dWKDqCX9utih21l6A8UBacKY/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-6.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A powder room is a great place to showcase high style. It's a smart place to invest in luxurious products because this room is often frequented by guests, and its small footprint will keep your budget in order. Here, a wall of glass mosaic tile creates a dramatic backdrop for a glamorous retreat. A standout vanity echoes the rich tone, and a shapely toilet continues the geometric theme. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjNHpznYKj4h-MaWtJc7v4nzGmvaFxeeWvn5PcrcSx9n0aoSzuqjRwenRtd9HiSekx0tj5uyf9G9Y8YYM-AfaTanS6IBK13gWiW-shHRN05UuIJY0AQ4se9n12oNJFxCP74W2NwwfxHrc/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-7.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The one strike against installing a pedestal sink in a small bath is limited storage space. By adding a tall, skinny cabinet behind the sink, you can have the best of both worlds: convenient compartments for beauty products and a streamlined sink that won't weigh your bath down. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAYd1XyerOQz287yTx8VQoSipKUeDuI0o74qF1fnlYkH596VczihG6-L_zWdjnZAffvvJTkweKGVV3Fe70Pp6Ju-QxKsZsUBTXUofkM58MkwYjGySX00kf8SVZ3rAOHx_upySR9Y8m_d8/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-8.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Carve out additional storage by building a recessed shelf between the studs in a wall. Recessed shelves put unused space to work and don't take up floor real estate, which is a plus in a small bath. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIh7u4gNVq2poNeM8N5dKIbfpEgdLveaTe376JQWzFdkgU6-CvAeMS5zz3ucJIoYhsNxS2OwdXU-U2GW-2Wic3wEGQmSvRdBEVtSilDgutPuk1smxcyPbhsMz3SNCDlATW8OW9R6229Vo/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-9.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">With a touch of sparkle, a diminutive powder room can morph into a stunning jewel. In this small bath, slivers of glass tile create a shimmering backdrop for an infinity style sink. Create a similar effect for less cash by covering a single wall with vibrant wallpaper. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjKE5uZjrPJAsjltih5wa7gqkufYe_Ml76g4RTm39EzReRfF8Z9-q5e3ExYR-RdnIaXyTgQfK-Kp7yyMxUXJF4QiD3JsKz0a1R4NybnXCnTWEoPd-v9250QAeAk5hCIxChw4CIBpXNYbE/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-9.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For a sleek, clean look, keep storage flush with walls whenever possible. Narrow shelving units also help you edit what you keep in your bathroom. With just enough storage, you'll have space to store the essentials, with no room left over for clutter. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuyC-rVU4eMiE-v9sDdUYNHiFcNjH4L_mA0u_KoPL2pDkxykVzB9sTz3PbCHsAp3piMnA3U9SIAFnZA4TsMNyiGEq4kEzuttXbHFoCfQV7gAW_dx2elRjMBwJ0ZuFIVMZvLDLPW0WfR4Y/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-11.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Visually lighten a floor-to-ceiling built-in cabinet by combining open shelves with closed doors. Towels, soaps, and glass canisters are perfect candidates for open shelving because they're decorative and functional. Closed storage is important for storing personal items, cleaning supplies, and laundry bins. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW-xg1DkE6fZj3eI3dZBUgwg61NVS2lJ7vjRnNSJsKUALk4JdtZc_QYVsCQEu80-K4yNlla-v3b19Yx7eH2m7NoFiLNP5F69yiWnsUp-JuPaI5FPlRKQ9Zf-7UBk_f7-HHjrApYIZ4Uww/s1600/Smart-Solutions-for-Small-Bathrooms-2014-Ideas-12.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Compartmentalized rooms appear smaller, while open spaces create the illusion of size. To maintain an open view, trade in a traditional shower curtain for clear glass doors, which help stretch the visual length of the room. Continue the bath flooring into the shower to amplify the effect. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>

Smart Solutions for Small Bathrooms 2014 Ideas

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Inventive Solutions For Overcome Clutter With Drawers

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">For many years drawers knew their place in the home. They were filled with a jumble of junk in the kitchen, stocked with sweaters and shirts in the bedroom, and crammed with pens and rubber bands in the office. But designers have begun to recognize the flexibility of this design staple. There’s nothing like an easy-to-access drawer to organize or hide the essentials of daily life. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="color: orange; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b>Consider these options to conquer the clutter in your home. </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIcicu78gUJ5BR4XmN4ALVU0vmQd46rTNpwbT_qXLi5SyzDcE8GU-sZstfa-ghJ-y_n-93NI-sC5mfHYXoucprRrd4beuhzvvoVk7E7glaTBunjNkMz0YqODTdwipwYJ-uccZ8sNXwDaY/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Make edibles a design detail: Display your pasta or legumes in glass-fronted drawers. Brightly colored varieties (think red beans and spinach pasta) look best. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkWz3CTCMxFfX4E9_1yTjlq3IyjDjmaKFZbxI9ZNy-lT3nPDLemqqgY03qx5w2yd4iOJdy66Gc5NWRmVXvYaIH0n4ar5ddwT4AatHRkWDel6RwECKot5g9z1zK7E7jsrHwvD3yMlD1WPg/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers-2.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Design To Perfection Kitchen Concepts INCSave to IdeabookEmail Photo Instead of wrestling the ironing board out of the closet whenever you need to touch up a shirt, get one of these nifty folding versions that fit into  guess what? a drawer.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhieIIKGmBSsGVoc9D5ZMzUNpsHKSO93pbE05u_qXlDqUBp5OeQSw1kSfL0v2jOpG3se_ZuNzbqgKQNqeECr4mWD1yapHQh3B-BLxyMg9qSdfccSCljJg96XBE4OkJiaTt0kBO99qz7SKU/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers-3.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Forget drying delicates over a shower rod or the back of a chair. These skinny drawers are fitted with water-resistant racks that allow air to circulate, so your clothes will be ready to wear before you know it. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5_4khaREVANu-wePM0i-lKTl0-od-aM-BKu4DBuDoJ8HDl4kN1Zrxyd27YNu3uAdrQGbEeANNjBydroMn2qH2R5ZJ6YqYDGDo3gebFBq3c9yCRl_wklfLattv1d7bm-UM_SaOMbkA1iY/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers-4.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Store clothes, sheets and blankets in drawers tucked under a platform bed. These beds work especially well in small rooms where there’s no space for a dresser. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM_vdYsWgSo3AZDONHCTWslcsO1ODaN9Z1nAmYjRtLej8XDEASezyvonqz813UTnL_KMocamBEruA4rojjKvjV26W6uabxTd5RnRd8cXwvUEhiCj1deOd6EvzYjj2hvSjTNGKOYB9stXo/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers-5.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Instead of there being a traditional ladder to access the top bunks in this kids’ room, a cleverly designed stack of drawers acts as a staircase. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKf5aZqu38UFG39w_xmx-iqiDI8ZuIo3akQ23_8duP73efO0YCRzP7LBRH9aOhsjM2oBRBkbLGJlud-1r5c5pFSM39obfB3IKqD0HZoZzxZS10qui0kBnFbw4VUSH7451tCbgb5udAw7w/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers-6.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Need extra space for guests? Add a bed in a drawer that disappears under a window seat when it’s not needed. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Wlkr8RxL2J_7LhpnvCHjczId1rntLD7Y4dGqOgc7oQsF8DZxS65TdNgapgKyZeC4Pwt4PhJ4uEYU3jiacQ5vRbOaZk86CyOw7uUrDNZdiSDWfQbUFKcdaTFLQ-e1JoFwtwbVEgU5oDs/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers-7.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The pipes under a kitchen sink have always made it difficult to organize cleaning supplies. This drawer, with its U-shaped wire basket, is designed to fit around the piping, so you can easily access spray bottles, sponges and scrub brushes. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghyphenhyphenJWuzoFd_uOcWCSuNdRGhJUq9xLny-0ClubyvhaJjEfQdUQaJjxWujtmvHQ_Je5GyNWJHH_xuUz92cEGAWGq9dHWKq71U_6ZdsLaDgSuXzRq_1SPl9cheXb6W5_1bNIJwTJA9hzZ0qw/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers-8.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">This airy kitchen nook not only provides comfy benches for seating, but the drawers underneath can hide kitchen equipment. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGPy_ZMku8zozYk33Nk1BSHGQIPW8xx_a9eTdYPHoBey6r98ejoR_Zf6kEu_g7kHnsGCze9YcVK27GdKX6q1JRmeyUDrqowf7mWCu4zbyng_l4OoCt_MHN99-VKZf0T8_HFBrGICyXCqU/s640/Inventive-Solutions-overcome-Clutter-With-Drawers-9.jpg" width="480" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Even doggies appreciate their own dining area. Keep their bowls off the floor and out of the way with a pet-friendly drawer that slides out at mealtime. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>

Inventive Solutions For Overcome Clutter With Drawers

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2014 Clever Solutions for Small Bedroom Decorating

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Expand your sleeping space with these smart small bedroom decorating ideas that will help you maximize your space and make use of every inch.<br /><br /> Before you start your bedroom decorating tasks, examine the room (bare, if possible). Note the placement of doors and windows, as well as the room's dimensions. Determine how you want to arrange the furniture, which will help you lay out the rhythm of the room's decorative elements later on. In a small bedroom, you might need to be especially creative when arranging furniture. In this bedroom, placing the bed in front of windows makes it easier to maneuver around the space.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1XPEHZLJOcJ8nf4g6XmvXgeKSO9IumG0_36B5Ez7CmXfexHf_xrhb7nyeTtJQckHriLU4hKLyH8RjRDw7wtGc8XYwrJFm1liKM-NjLkB2qvYESOxOcDSSkCSOoqH6gRAvUJ2ZYUsY7S4/s1600/2014-Clever-Solutions-Small-Bedroom-Decorating.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /></div><b>Choosing Furniture for a Small Bedroom : </b> Enlarge Image Scale is the most important thing to consider when selecting furniture for a small bedroom. "Open" furniture, such as an iron bed frame or a sleek nightstand that's open below the tabletop, will help the room feel light and airy.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRZPGr63uMitrGKekhAhFpp4BIxnqwwpRzxmZfVuDbltwDwY58v-_Ut85k4vLTYnyv38KM8jHYDbmg90ezwztWYnxZ9w7YJUz_-COumEUx1LGRP9p-A7nUfbd1hNeu5hyIX4jiHd-Chps/s1600/2014-Clever-Solutions-Small-Bedroom-Decorating-2.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /></div><b>Double Duty for Small Bedrooms : </b>Eliminate the need for extras in a small bedroom by selecting items that can do double duty. Consider using a short chest of drawers as both a nightstand and dresser. A bench with a lift-top can stow away extra linens and provide bedroom seating. The nightstand in this bedroom is a DIY nesting table: a smaller cube slips under the taller table and can be pulled out for an extra tabletop surface as needed.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuLIHJOxsdP_eq1aguafGKWniBHlNBOoyqb91wU-1cpgrFhbbgDMMwTQS2N18LxgByMGkJ3_iElALMZWJ7Rpt6dEWFuEtoVkE3oSDcDkNsd2whRIymk7Ow4j1FX4_VRos0mv2uODKKkEM/s1600/2014-Clever-Solutions-Small-Bedroom-Decorating-3.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><b>Decorating a Small Bedroom : </b> Enlarge Image Once you know how you are going to arrange your bedroom, determine where you want to place color, texture, and other decorative elements. Using lighter colors on the wall will make the room feel lighter. Rather than using rich colors to bring interest to walls, consider wainscoting or beaded board, which will give the walls dimension.<br /><br /><br /><b>Colors for Small Bedrooms : </b> Enlarge Image Whether you decide on a monochromatic color scheme or a multicolor palette, repeating colors is key in a small bedroom. Doing so will create visual rhythm and draw the eye around the room.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN7cJo-PItMGpT4JNw9EQdIPt4I40axntHuVkWK6LcWYPciXfUAY0-r6-UZedlTDyLek1fRmjN76avUqSwHpp62-AAajxbz02w96k031jKrDvc-75Z1kYklNGCzECilGQmZ_Wldk3aVtA/s1600/2014-Clever-Solutions-Small-Bedroom-Decorating-4.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /></div>In this bedroom, a monochromatic palette of neuturals comes alive, thanks to variations in tones and intensities. The ocher pattern on the pillows reads as a color but is simply a more saturated version of the creamy linens on the bed and the wood tones used elsewhere in the room. A serene shade of lavender on the pillows and throw add color without disrupting the bedroom's relaxing vibe.<br /><b><br /></b><b>Texture Tips : </b>In a small bedroom where large furniture and a wild use of pattern would dwarf the space, decorate with texture. Mix smooth surfaces with nubby fabrics and woven window treatments. Shiny surfaces will also illuminate the bedroom. Keep in mind that texture is tactile, but also visual. Vary textures in the things you will touch, such as the bed linens, and the things you will only look at, such as the light fixtures. The beaded light fixture in the bedroom shown above serves as a visual representation of texture, while the linens are a smooth respite.<br /><br /></div>

2014 Clever Solutions for Small Bedroom Decorating

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2014 Smart Storage Solutions for Small Kitchen Design

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Smart planning and innovative kitchen design solutions transform these kitchens into storage packed spaces. <br /><br />You'll love these ideas to try in 2014! I hope you find these ideas useful and inspiring to you .... Enjoy it !!!!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ72y5haAxeh5Wlobe0gVrGItHYLK1DUWrVGOEByIu4-8mEy_t5u6DIFJqCRLxVeMxTX-7CBF5fyO3x-j0ruvlCHnfbmKfYXHDE40JbSWjerHhhjasRFzNSLfElB7Q3xAOWWSYceqXGzjg/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A new desk and banquette bench were added adjacent to the kitchen to provide more storage and a dedicated home office.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbdlqI59WXzUbTPsGYynvEQxFYpmQmHEZopHny3rg2L8IixbG9s4c42Nwd1zy1YssrYTSiMwtlwr2DZXzVEd1CsjyA8Hln0BsktWcGseSdx80yK8t9Q5ZBw9EX8RLuiXhVr5u9iOnjQURI/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-2.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">An extra row of drawers flanking the refrigerator adds the perfect amount of storage near the door. Cabinetry runs all the way to the countertop to make use of every inch of space. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1CixBPvssY58Dc6WSf_uAqItw0ZLLBvzM2CGTXSfqBdH8q2LBt2VxKDo9Jz59ADUGdBk6IVuUp9JotmoU0oOB4ytXkexj0A8hgt8UKWxKYrMMD_BGN2Hj_aJHdoHuJThR4uKixN0uqJGU/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-3.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Pullout racks and utensil organizers were added after installation creating smart storage without the custom-cabinetry price tag.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWFvLG9NJ514YKL_JVUdoCzEtee7kauPlmyw5Qq43NBMUw1vHTa51toZVmZpiZznQM4T-p5YZYXUmLc_nyLo-DC1_aWqWjGrT2Jv97VAe40vph2WXJdXA6SkjO7swwJfdZIuQ4lExGhqGB/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-4.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The island offers prep space, close to the range storage for pots and pans, and proximity to a pullout trash and recycling center. This drawer within a drawer in the island makes it easy to keep pots and lids separate and organized. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb1U4g_BsQAlPkShVQYWeK8sVWcBP4d3o7XBUM6Px23xAFL1x2hhTGM-8DThlw4ExmEqfRYRq95Tyg-eSziZwDu9TAv_6ur7P1rynX-v6YSoYl2OzVAp76aYMOM05iVatGQ77srEUGQrN0/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-5.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The homeowner was determined to infuse the kitchen with rich elements to give it distinction. The Calacatta marble tile backsplash, for example, runs up the wall to meet horizontally oriented beaded-board paneling, which also appears in the adjacent family room. Turning beaded board sideways creates strong horizontal lines that make walls appear longer. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0llZkxCyhJ7FhdbiHEoxBDFiSTQFOXk06rqX_f0AUmm8i-xZM2CjpJcFEyva9-TmJtYMYdtkwNT39sAoDz7FGwbcbNyBdOXrCFi8F7-Q-XWarNklCAmrZZdYt9raZGXi9SIpyM-6BJ-TA/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-6.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A sink made of the same material as the countertops presents a sleek, clean look. A window ledge provides bonus display and storage space behind the integrated sink and traditional bridge faucet. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwUhj5U05p9CStOWp4q0RqmtzesCvQdMuvMe5u-asyq6ylhFLK00B_xjPO15FUU83bk0JHtWoebI9rCRfMkYmFMdcoPBwmxTtXjdor0iN-aQFQb8VJ-nbXhu9CkGG3hzhFUH7HFz98gWk6/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-7.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A firm believer in open storage, this homeowner uses shelves to keep everyday items easy to see and reach. Shelves next to the refrigerator hold the microwave and wine cooler; the latter frees up space in the fridge. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrKp50V0pAOFlb_xRvDM5m3rwxRkWeAIU4un2W44GDHJC3mMkJ4EVwn_7QaW46-gS8ajsdIMUbqzhyphenhyphentxK0xaK1C00OTCoqpztvy1kvfglUcWbWE5XOilSICBjxLKYBleyFdNClWJJwDTrq/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-8.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">More open storage opposite the refrigerator wall is supported by shapely brackets. The dark metal complements similar tones in the floor, counters, doors, and window frames, and it adds pizzazz to simple open shelves that provide both display and storage space. The shelves keep items used every day in an easily accessible place, and a top shelf, which might be hard to reach, is used to showcase art and decorative objects rather than kitchen essentials. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJftyVzVQ-6CC5mNWVWuWOkVl_tMHrHnCEP0xEUR-GipJyoGjbtw-g94j5PaTRS90NzagssTn4cH0hh9-syzLijyuStRuMuoqQ63UfEOTdI_Aq8JKLlrOu3R00mcFppFyHS77m9XDnHS_C/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-9.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The space around the range was smartly outfitted for cooking. A knife drawer on one side of the range features an integrated cutting board for quick chopping. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-taI8Ja26HFfwA_TkA71LTP83fGkt4DQkh5JfuRdrZSgH2vJ0DsJNC-YCVxAFSDtl8rIXrQ9-zJruXVJhwO1LKmW59QASiKpG_A1WTkQjxW4z1o4mwFhTQ3fmRbmnE4GnoIqEbowDenth/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-10.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">To the right of the range, a drawer stores spices neatly and out of the light, keeping them fresh and easy to grab when cooking at the range or doing prep work on the counter above. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfIbLqf1QEfPXdG6EL_iH4d4A5yLT2e64C_Px9YqUrR262k2LDXcOBlSwx-JUNE6Kt0QX-Y8pwcQs0hBOuzKAA6vKqbxfUgqKR1Hho6AFrPed3czrSzkLFAAfdyA-5pETPnJetOOMLItNO/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-11.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The small peninsula serves as a bar area, complete with undercounter beverage chillers and a pullout liquor cabinet. A deep, cased archway provides a gracious transition from the dining room to the colorful kitchen. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4QB1pu7vHSz5D_rqd_pJNXAdxLYxnm4QRNu4ild6EnwDQxA0a3GVDuF7lCbohu5Q-7CA4YDBRTdcldZcTGwg3Br97e29zVz81kp18dMvgiV4yiz6VHpQTzIlKH8m130srsiMyIBG0uEPW/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-12.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Store Up High : </b>There wasn't enough space for a walk-in pantry, so the custom-designed cabinetry extends to the ceiling to maximize storage. A library ladder that rolls along a rail provides access to the top row of cabinets. Cleverly concealed pullouts store spices, bottles, platters, and trays. The slim pullout shelf below the pantry cabinet serves as a temporary landing space for items without permanently intruding on the walkway.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJIKq5gCOvvapdqw2BuqlPRpDUJj9G-P6FygC1ZsZKn94WZRchz6r53WHmYmsyvhbW3tX2aQDotOSEneotAFPoRFvVu6T_isDO-rLwQLta8_ARgU3YXLR58Q31M2u2bbYPh8kmIrYQJiii/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-13.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A corner pullout unit stores large cookware and avoids wasting space in a corner cabinet. The pullout unit brings the cabinet contents into clear view, eliminating the likelihood of losing items in the recesses of a deep cabinet. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKVEK6t6aOYrkdNnHZC-7xFEU3EoiGCkjQkdCasfaY39inz63FAHayMpTM0TgGsxFCcT3blbBrOwlKYADJEbC6eAFW1Ia7mn1AEbUlbuse2xM3tBieYw4JfbIH5YQo82la0lMCODWZla2X/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-14.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Appliances were also chosen with capacity in mind. Paired refrigerators with stacked freezer drawers blend in with the cabinetry and give the couple plenty of space to stock up on food for a house full of guests. A pullout cabinet beside the refrigerators makes use of an awkward space. The slender dimensions of the unit make it ideal for storing small containers and bottles. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusssJ3oyV6KEG6WydfpKeNz8QEoyIOz773QpxWnRCayXutvYvFV2rr2RF00JtZlO55X5EVusLpVZu2LwmilDHOrgbTxtXUHPpOFuNrcUE3jyLxKhblqBQB3t_K0mXBehkoeBxmwFUdcyi/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-15.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The couple also opted for a trash compactor and two sink areas: one for preparing food and one for rallying dirty dishes. Two sets of dishwasher drawers between the sinks ease cleanup. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjohVhm_PT6LZsVn5LEm7FlBzNGDWg_UJwEQOjeeEjkCh4SwwpwYvNk2xpk4suJaiJTyWqn5FWgwbe918WSB4cYm7htnNEmEHKqHeKvuHv6Nn5id3i_SXZQ60v8cr9P4XtsoEvCenUOy4ZG/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-16.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The rail above the pantry continues around the rest of the kitchen. Transom cabinets take the place of soffits and are within reach, thanks to the library ladder. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2YYgqkynsBSjdm1l1MIaSoUNcuvpN5gEDRXH7IBxZpjV-hAe0nvXaEwWopp49cBOiCHHCglYPCso2zdSYEhF1HaP_Ozf5e_TEtVV39S8kP8VE0lJt1QSRHe2LqfnHJH0-eDUFrDaxVF-c/s1600/2014-Smart-Storage-Solutions-for-Small-Kitchen-Design-17.jpg" width="480" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">While they were going for a contemporary feel, the homeowners also wanted the kitchen to be a warm, comfortable place, so they opted for wood-look cabinetry. Zebrawood (named for its dark stripes on a light background) was their first choice, but it was also a budget buster, so they went with custom cabinetry finished with a faux-zebrawood laminate. To keep the look of the cabinetry simple, the couple used few door pulls, opting instead for push mechanisms, which make it easy to open the sleek cabinets and access their contents. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>

2014 Smart Storage Solutions for Small Kitchen Design

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