Organize Your Kitchen - Southern Living

Photo: Annie Schlechter

Pull-Out Pantry

A pull-out pantry component can help you take advantage of an awkward slender space.

Photo: Annie Schlechter

Hidden Cutting Board

A slide out cutting board cleverly adds work surface to a kitchen.

Photo: Roger Davis

Corner Shelves

Corner shelves can be an efficient use of a sometimes awkward space. The brackets supporting these shelves are local architectural salvage pieces that add character to the kitchen.

Photography Charles Walton IV / Styling Scott Martin

Hidden Work Surface

Hide additional work surface in your cabinetry with false cabinet fronts.

Van Chaplin

Cute Canisters

Decorative canisters cleverly allow you to store dry goods in a visible area.

Photography Laurey W. Glenn

Produce Bins

Vented produce bins can be used to store produce that doesn’t require refrigeration.

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Shelves

These homeowners didn’t want to hide everything behind cabinet doors, so instead they chose to have a mix of open shelves and closed cabinetry.

Tool Rail

A tool rail over the cooktop keeps utensils at an easy reach.

Open Pantry Shelves

If you don’t have closed pantry space, an open shelving system provides a neat solution.

Laurey W. Glenn / Styling Scott Martin

Open Shelves

Open backed shelves are great for small kitchens. Install them in front of windows for extra storage while still allowing light to come in.

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Vertical Plate Storage

A vertical plate storage rack can help prevent your dishes from chipping.

Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Message Center

Help keep your family organized by installing a family message center in your kitchen.

Make your own message center with our simple instructions.

Recycling Center

Make it easy to be green by installing a small recycling center in your kitchen. Having a separate bin for glass, paper, plastic, and tin will make sorting a breeze.

Base cabinets with sliding shelves make it easier to see items in the back of the cabinet without getting on your hands and knees.

Base Cabinet Drawers

Base cabinets with sliding shelves make it easier to see items in the back of the cabinet without getting on your hands and knees.

Add Vintage Storage Space

Not enough built-ins? Use vintage cabinets or hutches for added storage.

Chalkboard Paint

Apply chalkboard paint next to the phone for an easy message board.

Hanging Pot Rack

Hang a pot rack over the island for easily accessible cookware.

Appliance Garage

Install electrical outlets inside cabinets, and keep small appliances inside for a less cluttered countertop.

Wine Rack

Install wine storage in a slender space.

Window Space

You can even utilize the space across the window by installing tool rails or shelves across the space.

Vertical Space

Tall, narrow spaces are great for storing flat items like cookie sheets, cooling racks, and paper grocery sacks.

Linen Storage

Several shallow drawers are ideal for storing linens. Add them to a cabinet that is near your dining space for extra convenience.

Paper Towel Cubby

For a discrete and convenient paper towel roll location, remove a drawer and install a paper towel holder in its place.