Ellen dives into the myth that cabinets must reach the heavens to be useful. Spoiler alert: There's a better way! She chats with Designer Lai from Sunny Next-Gen Space Design to uncover the secrets of perfect storage planning without making your home look like a cabinet jungle.
1. Smart Use of Space: The Beam Beneath Strategy Designer Lai shares a pro tip: Instead of building cabinets to the sky, focus on the space beneath beams. These cabinets won't mess with your walkways and can blend seamlessly with your ceiling. Plus, no awkward dust-collecting gaps! It's like finding a secret storage level in a video game. 🎮
2. The Perfect Mix: Closed and Open Storage In smaller spaces, it's all about the right mix of open and closed storage. Too many closed cabinets, and your home feels like it's in a permanent game of hide and seek. A dash of open storage keeps things airy and approachable, like a good salad - a mix of everything! 🥗
3. Floating Cabinets: Storage Magic For those who want to avoid the 'cabinet ceiling', Lai suggests floating cabinets. They keep your storage needs met without making the room feel like it's under a wooden sky. It's like having clouds in your room, but way more practical. ☁️
4. Think Before You Open (Your Storage) Before going full-on open storage, Lai urges to consider if it really suits your lifestyle. For instance, an open section in the entryway for keys or change can be super handy. But if you're just planning open shelves for the sake of it, you might end up with a clutter magnet. It's like inviting chaos to a tea party. 🍵
And there you have it, Ellen's guide to making the most out of your storage space without building a cabinet empire. Remember, it's not about how high you can go, but how smart you can store! 🧠💡
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