Storage & Organization
Low-Cost Closet Solutions
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares some DIY Smarts low-cost options to customize a closet.
Coat Trees
This old-school furniture piece easily contains entryway chaos and keeps frequently used outerwear within arm's reach
Future House | Home Organization App
Ask This Old House home technology expert Ross Trethewey demonstrates a home organization app that stores appliance and device information
Add Wine Storage Under the Stairs
Use dead space under a stair case to keep wine at the ready
Designing a Craft Room for $397
This budget redo by Rachel Beach of Craving Some Creativity uses Craigslist cabinets, recycled countertops, and a wall of DIY storage to turn a spare room into a well-organized workspace.
Decorative Shelf Brackets
Inspired by Victorian-era designs, these metal supports add instant charm to open shelving
Mudroom Makeover for $95
A custom-built bench and plenty of hooks squeeze every bit of storage out of a tight space
Dining Room Built-ins for $380
Custom storage with farmhouse flair helps turn back the clock in a lackluster dining room
How to Trim a Coat Closet
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva trims a coat closet by installing a clothes rod and shelf
How to Make a Concrete Umbrella Stand
This warmed-up, splashy storage project from our #DIYDARE challenge will have you smiling in the rain
35 Stylish Ideas for Mudrooms and Drop Zones
From bare-bones to built-out, see our mudroom storage ideas for creating a stylish spot for coats, shoes, bags—and more—right where you need it most
Walk-ins Welcome for His-and-Hers Closets
Flat-pack shelving and storage pieces fast-track the DIY design-build of a couple's closets
Build a Storage Shelf for an Over-the-Door Display
A clever solution inspired by Colonial-era homes
How to Build a Storage Bench
In the workshop, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor build a storage bench for an entryway
7 Storage Solutions for the Mudroom-less
Easy add-ons for those without this catchall room
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
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva transforms stock shelving into a custom built-in
How to Hang Bikes in a Garage
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva helps a homeowner and her daughter hang their bikes in a small garage
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
Streamline your cook space with these product finds
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
This wall-mount catchall helps keep a busy entryway tidy
Life-Changing Tips for a More Organized Home
Learn the house organization ideas experts use to keep their homes in order
Use Wine Crates for Wall Storage
Turn wine shop freebies into rustic storage cubbies
How to Build a Boot Stand
Tidy up and protect your floors with this 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