People often prefer hanging around in different locations for entertainment purposes. However, this has changed during the quarantine. All of a sudden, people found themselves bound to their homes. That’s when most people realized that they wanted their homes to feel more cozy and relaxing.

Even when restrictions were loosened, people kept spending more time at home. More employers allow their workers to work from home offices since they realize that their productivity increases rather than decreases. Thus, more people want to make their homes more attractive.

Unfortunately, not all of us can boast of having spacious houses. The good news is that we can optimize available space by using modern storage solutions. Check our tips to learn how you can make your home cozy yet functional.

Use Alcoves

Alcoves can be extremely attractive when done correctly. They give homes a unique appearance and can be decorated to meet specific tastes and preferences. The bad thing is that alcoves are just there: you can’t use them, or can you?

In fact, you can use alcoves to maximize your storage space. Moreover, depending on the alcove size and features, you can use it in other different ways. For instance, if the alcove is big enough, you can fit an entire bed inside! Typically, this solution is perfect for kids' bedrooms since a smaller-sized bed fits into an alcove.

However, the standard ways include placing built in wardrobes in alcoves. Consider placing bookshelves, cupboards, or even cozy seating spaces to make the room more comfy and unique. You may order built-in shelves that perfectly fit an alcove for storing your books while making a seating space underneath. Make the seating space with a hidden storage area to enhance this design.

Multiple-Purpose Furniture

Furniture with several purposes is one of the best things since sliced bread! You buy one for the price of two - what’s not to like? An extendable coffee table is one example of such a furniture piece since you can use it as a dining table. Thus, it keeps your space neat when you don’t need a dining table. However, what about some storage solutions? Here are some to consider:

Sofa beds with storage space.
Beds with storage.
Storage ottomans.
Murphy beds (beds that can be folded).
Two-floor beds (with space underneath that can be used to place a desk or more storage).

Typically, these items are affordable and modern-looking.

Use All Available Space

Most rooms don’t have enough horizontal space, but they sure do have enough vertical space. It’s a shame not to use the available space in a small room. Instead, consider spending a bit more to get customized furniture that will ensure you have more horizontal space.

Consider Customizable Solutions

Typically, people have their unique ways of storing closing and other items. This leads to standard solutions not fitting these styles. For instance, some people prefer smaller drawers to have more order in their wardrobes. Thus, a wardrobe with several huge storage spots won't fit these needs.

The better option, in this case, is to order a custom-made wardrobe. The good news is that you can order any furniture item, from a wardrobe to cupboards and entire kitchen sets. Thus, this solution will perfectly fit the room, and you can ensure it is customized to fit your storage style.

The only major disadvantage of this option is the cost. Typically, custom-made solutions are more expensive. On the bright side, they are made of durable materials and will stay intact for a more extended period of time.

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post.