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7 Storage Solutions for the Mudroom-Less
Add some extra storage space to your home's entryway without needing a mudroom by using these seven helpful tips.
9 Smart Mudroom Ideas
Simple mudroom designs for the whole family to store—and easily reach—outerwear essentials.
10 Ways to Live Large with Limited Space
Try these tricks for putting every square foot of a house to good use
How To Build a Custom Built-In Using Stock Shelving
Creating custom shelving can add style and storage to your space. Read how to build your own in our step-by-step guide.
How To Hang Bikes in a Garage
With this method, you can keep your bikes secure, accessible, and out of the way, making your garage more organized and functional.
12 Genius Items for an Organized Pantry
Get a closer look at dry goods with these attractive storage products
5 Ways to Hide Kitchen Clutter
Cluttered kitchen? Read about these space-saving and streamlined kitchen improvement ideas that can get you more organized in a hurry.
Cozy Cottage Entry for $177
Board-and-batten wainscot and carefully placed hardware give a fresh new look—and purpose—to a formerly nondescript space
8 Tiny Houses that Have More Storage Than Your House
Tight-on-space dwellings that offer smart storage ideas for any home
7 Smart Bookcase Updates for Fresh Shelves
Give your personal library a new, impressive look without buying a single new tome
How to Build a Wall Cubby Shelf
Use our how-to guide to build a wall cubby shelf and tidy up your cluttered entryways, hallways, and other spaces in your home.
Life-Changing Tips for a More Organized Home
From your entryway to your bathroom to your bedroom, this guide presents over 30 tips from experts on how to keep your home organized.
Use Wine Crates for Wall Storage
In this guide, we'll discuss how to source, prepare, and install wine crates as wall storage along with ways to tailor and use them.
How To Build a Boot Stand
Tidy up and protect your floors with this DIY boot stand made from balusters.
How to Build a Log Holder
Ferrying firewood to the hearth just got a lot easier with this durable cart.
Standout, Space-Saving Storage Ideas From Readers
TOH readers found creative ways to make the best of every corner
Built-In Book Storage for $197
A blank wall is transformed with secondhand bookshelves
How to Build a Utility Cart
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva transforms one sheet of plywood into a hold-all, easy-roll cart
A Guide to Garage Organization, Storage, and Cleaning
Here are 19 garage organization ideas and tips to help you clean up and maximize your garage space.
Built-Ins That Make Entertaining Easier
Built-ins make entertaining easier, but where do you start? Learn more about different types of built-ins and get design ideas from experts.
How to Turn a Salvaged Column Into a Coat Tree
Reclaimed posts with fluted channels or curvy turnings can find new life as a decorative interior accent
All About Window Seats
Turn unused space around the house into extra seating and storage with a minimum of carpentry—and get a snug, homey haven for daydreaming, reading, even napping
A Guest Bedroom Goes From Catchall to Orderly Retreat
A multitasking guest room gets a little help from space-maximizing built-ins
37 Ways to Add Extra Storage to Every Room
Want to know how to create more storage space in your home? Here are 37 clever ways to declutter rooms and stash your stuff.
How to Build a Wall-Mounted Coatrack
No room for an entryway closet? No problem. Keep outerwear organized with this simple-to-build piece
How To Gain More Closet Space Without Renovating
We consulted with closet-design pros from across the country to learn the secrets to creating the ultimate storage unit, no power tools required.
10 Hard-Working Rooms That Make Life Easier
Packed with clever built-ins and space-maximizing storage, these high-functioning rooms offer great ideas for streamlining your home.
How To Build a Storage Cocktail Hutch With Simple to Follow Steps
From our new Hammer It Out series, this tall and slender cabinet provides a handy and attractive place to store barware and display spirits.
How To Build a Storage Chest
Mark Powers and Douglas Adams show how to combine oak lumber with wood dowels to create a modern take on Shaker-style storage.
How To Install a Garage Storage System
Installing a garage storage system is a practical and rewarding DIY project that can improve the functionality of your space.
How to Build Walk-in Closet Storage
Learn how to maximize storage space in your walk-in closet using custom shelves, with This Old House's Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor.
How To Build a Wood Hamper
Ditch the tacky plastic bin for a more grown-up laundry container. This article shows you how to build a wood hamper.