Written by Lindsay Damast
Mahogany or birch wood? Stone or synthetic counters? If you’re planning a kitchen remodel, questions like these pepper your thoughts as you pull pages from magazines—but there’s more to a successful design. Whether you invest in custom-built units or standard cabinetry, your kitchen is only as valuable as its insides. To maximize your kitchen’s storage potential, first take stock. “Think about items you store, or would like to store, in your kitchen,” advises John Troxell, design director of Wood-Mode. “Group items by how you use them and where you want them accessible. Storage is about prioritizing your lifestyle.” With innovations like stronger drawers and rollout shelves, you no longer have to poke around inside deep cabinets. Superspecialized inserts enable organization on every scale, utilizing narrow spaces and wide ones. “Kitchen remodel” used to be synonymous with expansion, but we’ll show you how to add storage without square footage.
On The Rails (above)
Make the most of minimal wall space with an open shelving system. Shelf heights are easily adjustable, and hooks hanging beneath facilitate storing cook’s gadgets and utensils.
With the rise in open floor plans, custom cabinetry is crafted to complement your furniture, adding character without sacrificing space. This dish rack has tons of visual interest, keeps plates organized and leaves ample room for those tall vases, pitchers and baskets.
On a Roll
A two-tier rollout organizer keeps loads of cookware in full view,
with room to stash lids on the side.
Slim Line
Maximize shallow vertical space with innovations like tilt-out storage bins and a cutting board that drops down from the backsplash for use, revealing shelves.
See the full gallery of convenient kitchen accessories at PointClickHome.com
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