Every home can use additional storage space. You may not realise that there are many convenient and ideal places you can utilise for storing your things, like using the spot under the stairs. Even triangular corners can be made use of. You’ll find you don’t have to go through major renovations just for all that extra room.
There are also many clever ways that furniture can be added under your stairs for additional seating space too. Read on to discover all the possibilities with under-stairs storage ideas.
1. Wine storage
Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or a casual enjoyer, you may want to use space under your stairs as wine storage. It’s the perfect conversation starter when you’re hosting guests.
2. Simple storage
If you don’t quite have the room under your stairs for a whole room, then perhaps simple storage shelves are the best way to go. They’re great for storing shoes, kids’ toys, additional crockery, or pretty much anything small in these little nooks.
3. Custom cabinet
You can have custom cabinets made to accommodate the kind of things you’d like to keep. You can mix and match shelves and cabinets to suit your home.
4. Seamless storage
Allow storage to blend seamlessly into your stairs. Disguise the doors the same colour as the walls, and if you can, have a small signifier like a subtle knob or latch to open the space.
5. Entertainment console
Depending on your home’s layout, you can use space under your stairs to rest your TV, speakers, and gaming console. Position your best seats there for the best view, too.
6. Dining area
If you’ve got limited space in your home, you can position your dining table and chairs there. Turn it into an open space next to your living room so you have more seating for guests.
7. Multilevel storage
If you have lots of different types of things to store, having a mix of shelves and cabinets is a great way to go. You could have shoes down the bottom and folded towels up the top.
8. Bookshelf
If you’re rearranging your furniture, you can make more room in your home by tucking away your bookshelf under the stairs.
9. Desk space
Are you still looking for a way to fit a desk into a limited space? You can rest your work desk under the stairs. Put in a basket for storing miscellaneous things.
10. Sitting space
Create a nice sitting space for yourself under the staircase. Install drawers at a good height to use as a desk as well. Bring in some stools that are easy to tuck underneath, and voila!
11. Mini-storage
If your staircase doesn’t go too high up, you can still use the space underneath to keep clutter away. Make it seamless by putting hooks right behind the storage doors.
12. Cupboard space
Double your staircase into cupboard space. Camouflage it by using the same colour as your walls or stairs for a seamless finish.
13. Reading Nook
Create a reading nook with a comfy chair and a little table. Add a candle and some plants to make it just a little cosier.
14. Cubby storage
If you already have an existing staircase and aren’t interested in major renovations, you can always fit a cubby or shelving unit underneath your staircase. This allows you more room to organise a variety of things.
15. Plant area
Are you still looking for space for your plants? Use the room under your stairs to fit bright greens. You can also opt for low-maintenance plants in case not a lot of light filters through the place.
16. Modern drawer space
Elevate your home’s interiors with unique drawer space. Chat with an interior designer and contractor who can help bring your idea to life.
17. Laundry room
If you live in a home or apartment that is on the smaller side, then you will know the struggles of finding space for all your belongings and needs. If you can, create a mini laundry room under the stairs. You can add hooks to hang things instead of taking up floor space.
18. Assorted storage
Take the opportunity to make the most out of your storage. Create storage with every nook and cranny under the stairs with shelving space for shoes, toys, and miscellaneous items you might have run out of space for.
19. Decorative shelves
If you collect unique figurines, you can add shelving dedicated to displaying them all. Ensure each level has enough height for the kinds of knickknacks you’d like to show off.
20. Closet space
Need more room for your clothes, coats, and accessories? Turn the space under your stairs into a closet!
21. Secret room
Turn the space under your stairs into a secret room. You can turn it into a quiet reading nook or a private napping spot.
22. Wood Storage
If you have a fireplace at home, take the opportunity to hide away wood in this little nook. You can add steel bars to keep them all neat and in place.
23. Fill it with fine furniture
You can hide away neat furniture or dressers under the staircase. Add some plants or art pieces to give the corner visual interest.
24. Kitchen space
When you have limited space, you can tuck your kitchen under the stairs too. You can add some cabinets for pots, pans, and kitchen tools, which can double as counter space as well.
25. Lounge area
If you love having areas in your home to hang out and relax, then perhaps a lounge area would be a good idea for under your stairs. Install some shelves to keep the books away, too.
26. Shadow boxes
For easy installation, you can add shadow boxes to go under your stairs. You can keep various things like books, trinkets, and documents on each shelf.
27. Toybox
If you’re running out of space for your kids’ things, take the opportunity to add a box or storage just for toys. This is a great way to give kids more responsibility for cleaning what’s within their reach too.
28. Shelf stairs
If you have the opportunity to extend your stairs, they can double as shelving too. Display collectables or figures to make your home feel more personal and unique to what you love.
Take inspiration from these under-storage ideas to help you make the most out of your space. If you’re keen on getting started, contact interior designers and builders to kickstart your project.
