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We all have one. A particular drawer, or maybe even a whole closet, that’s the home of all the random stuff that doesn’t really have a home. Often small items, trinkets, maybe stationery, tangled cables and wires, or occasionally useful things like spare batteries. Whatever’s in yours, it typically turns into a mess, making it difficult to find what you’re looking for when you actually need something, and generally stressing you out every time you open the drawer and see the chaos. Closing the junk drawer and forgetting about how much of a mess it is shouldn’t be your only option. Take control of your junk drawer or closet with our organization tips. Empty the drawer and get sorting First, tip everything out of the drawer, crumbs and all. You…

How often do you have to tell your kids to tidy their toys up after playing with them? Or maybe you’re always the one picking up after everyone and keeping your kids’ rooms at least reasonably tidy. Either way, it helps to have sufficient storage in your kid’s room for all of their toys, clothes, and everything else. And there are lots of ways to make it look fun and appealing, making them more likely to clean up after themselves. Let’s look at some fun ideas for efficient storage in your child’s bedroom. Cubby holes Open storage makes it easy for your child to put their own things away without having to mess around with drawers or other storage containers. Plus, your child may like being able to still see…

At The Kitchen Center, we’re all about designing custom storage solutions that help make organization a little bit easier for you, in every room of the house. So, we also like to provide you with tips and tricks to boost your organization skills and keep your house clutter-free. And one organization expert took the world by storm a few years ago through various books and her Netflix special, Tidying Up With Marie Kondo. So, what is the Marie Kondo method of tidying up and how can it help you? Read on to find out… The KonMari Method The simple principle behind Marie Kondo’s method for tidying, decluttering, and organizing is that everything you own should spark joy in some way. Always keeping this in mind will help to reduce the…

Have you ever reached into your closet for an item of clothing you haven’t worn in a while, only to find that it has a bad odor? Instead of putting on that clean item of clothing, you have to wash it again before wearing it. To avoid this annoyance, let’s look at some ways you can keep the clothes and other items in your closet smelling fresh. Check for mold and mildew Mold or mildew could be behind those musty smells your clothes come out with. This is common since closets don’t usually have much ventilation. Try to clean inside your closet on a regular basis and check thoroughly for mold and mildew when you do so. You can get rid of this using a combination of bleach and warm…

If you’re planning a remodel of your kitchen, bathroom, or any other part of your home, then there are lots of online tools and resources that can help you find new ideas and plan your design. Augmented reality (AR) apps are particularly useful for helping you visualize how things will look in the space, while others allow you to easily take measurements using the app. RoomScan Pro Draw up quick and easy floor plans of a room or your entire home with RoomScan Pro. Great for getting measurements and dimensions to help aid your design process and when working with designers. This app uses AR to draw up accurate plans that help you visualize your space, and can be used outdoors as well. Measured Measured is another app that is…

A bathroom vanity can make both a functional and attractive part of your bathroom, a complete space for the sink, bathroom cabinets, countertop space, and more features. If you’re planning a bathroom remodel or are adding a new vanity to your bathroom, then read on for some tips, ideas, and things to consider when designing your bathroom vanity. Size and layout One of the first things you should consider is the size of your bathroom and how much space is available for your bathroom vanity. Decide on where your vanity is going to be in the room and work out the measurements of the available space. You want it to be big enough to be functional but not so big as to overcrowd the space, particularly in small bathrooms. Bathroom…

If you’re living on a budget or just like the modern and minimalist feel of studio apartments, then it helps to have some space-saving ideas to make your living space as comfortable and efficient as possible. At The Kitchen Center, we design custom storage solutions to help you make the most out of your space. If you’re moving to a studio apartment or are looking for ways to make your current apartment more spacious, then read on for some of our expert tips. Futons and Murphy beds A double bed can take up a lot of space in a small studio apartment, so it helps to have a bed that doubles up as something else, like a futon. Futons or sofa beds fold up into a sofa, allowing you to…

If you have a small apartment or are looking to make your spare room a more versatile, multi-purpose space, then a Murphy bed could be a great option for you. Read on to find out more about Murphy beds and the pros and cons of installing one in your home. What is a Murphy bed? A Murphy bed, named after its inventor in the early 1900s, is one that folds up and down, shifting in from regular bed mode to space-saving wall mode. When you fold the bed up, it may be designed to blend in with the wall, either protruding from the wall slightly or slotting into a recess in the wall to have it completely out of the way. Alternatively, Murphy beds are often incorporated into a storage…

What tends to be the central hub of your home when you’re relaxing with family or entertaining guests? Is it the kitchen? The living room? The dining room? Well, you don’t have to choose just one if you opt for an open plan kitchen in your home. Open plan living is an increasingly popular trend, allowing you to have one larger space that consists of the kitchen and dining room, for example, without a wall in between. The kitchen, living room, and dining room are all popular spaces to open up and merge together. Let’s look at some advantages and design tips to help you decide on your open plan kitchen. Why choose an open plan kitchen? There are lots of great benefits an open plan kitchen offers in your…

A lot of people have had to adjust to working from home in the last year. This can pose a lot of challenges, especially if you’re not used to working without your boss and colleagues around to keep you accountable. One thing that can make it easier to stay focused and motivated while working from home is to create a dedicated workspace. Working in bed or on your couch and in a room with your TV and other fun things makes it much easier to become distracted. Whether you’re new to home working or not, having a dedicated home office can help you stay productive throughout the day. And making sure that your home office is tidy and well organized also helps to keep your mind focused and helps you…