Home Office Storage Solutions: Declutter and Enhance Your Workspace
Built-In Storage
When designing your home office from the ground up, consider incorporating a wall of open and closed storage. This creates a focal point and ample space to house supplies and files. Marie Flanigan Interiors showcases a polished home office with such a storage system, anchoring the room with both functionality and style.
Vintage and Repurposed Storage
Add character and charm to your home office with vintage or repurposed furniture. Emily Henderson Design’s modern home office features a tall vintage filing cabinet that adds industrial charm and serves as a focal point. Malcolm Simmons, for Emily Henderson Design, repurposed an antique glass-front cabinet as a storage space for office supplies.
Open Storage
Open storage allows for easy access to frequently used items while keeping your desk clear for work. Kate Marker Interiors chose simple white shelving with an asymmetrical design to add interest and a modern touch to a home office. Shallow open shelving above cabinetry, as seen in Morse Design’s home office, provides additional storage without overwhelming the space.
Shelving and Bookcases
Freestanding shelving units and bookcases can be strategically placed to maximize storage and complement your home office decor. Living With Lolo positioned a pair of freestanding bookshelves behind the desk, creating an instant zoom background that can be easily swapped with storage boxes or file folders. A library ladder, like the one in Living With Lolo’s home office, stylishly maximizes vertical space for books and other items.
Maximize Wall Space
Utilize your walls for storage without sacrificing style. Leanne Ford Interiors’ shared office guest room features large framed cork boards and wall-mounted clipboards, keeping the desk clutter-free while adorning the walls. House 9 Interiors added a corner shelving unit painted in the same hue as the office, providing additional storage for books.
Stylish Bins and Drawers
Woven bins, like those used by Marie Flanigan Interiors, add warmth and texture while concealing clutter. Blanco Bungalow maximized storage in a home office by incorporating bins and drawers into a freestanding shelf. A rolling file cabinet and corkboard by the desk provide further storage options.
Symmetry and Harmony
Create a cohesive and balanced storage system in shared home offices. Britt Design Studio’s shared home office features a long countertop with identical sets of drawers and overhead cabinetry, providing equal storage space and fostering symmetry and harmony for coworking partners.
Hide Everything
For a clutter-free oasis, consider hiding storage in tall wardrobes. Kern & Co.’s neutral-toned home office demonstrates how this technique can transform a space into a serene sanctuary.
Make Storage a Feature
Storage can be both functional and visually appealing. Martha O’Hara Interiors designed a U-shaped peninsula-style desk with concealed storage, including lower and upper cabinetry and open shelving, adding ample storage without compromising aesthetics.
Tips for Small Office Storage
- Choose a desk with built-in drawers or a wall-mounted desk with shelving.
- Repurpose a credenza or buffet for a mix of closed and open storage.
- Install a pegboard shelf or open shelving on walls.
- Add a tiered rolling cart or a stylish filing cabinet.
- Use woven baskets or plastic storage bins to optimize shelf space.
