22 Easy Solutions for Organizing Small Kitchens: Where Every Inch Counts!

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Space Saving Kitchen Organization

They say the party always moves to the kitchen. But in our case, sometimes the party is the kitchen!

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In the world of compact cooking spaces, every square inch is a valuable asset, and I’m here to transform your small kitchen into a hub of efficiency and style.


When it comes to small kitchens, it’s all about making room for big ideas. Join me on this culinary journey as we uncover the secrets to maximizing space, organizing with finesse, and turning tight quarters into a celebration of functionality and design.

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#1 Slide-Out Basket Cupboard Organizer

Let’s start with some deep cupboard organization. If you have a deep cupboard and you have a ton of ingredients in there, reaching everything that’s at the back can be very hard.

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So, you can use this Slide-Out Basket Organizer to bring everything forward. It’s a two-tier system that has removable and roll-out baskets.

It’s perfect for storing all of your ingredients. That way, you can reach everything by sliding out the basket, and nothing gets lost or forgotten about.

I highly recommend getting a rollout basket organizer for any deep cupboard you have in your home. It will clear out a significant amount of space and keep things so much neater.

#2 Under Sink Organization

Another great place to use the slide-out basket system is underneath your sink.

The area under the sink can be a chaotic mess and a hard place to organize because of all the equipment and the lack of shelving or drawers.

So, putting one of these slide-out baskets in can help organize your cleaning supplies and all of the little things that you keep underneath your sink.

This takes advantage of the height under there, organizes it and keeps it all very accessible.

So, if you’re looking for a quick and easy way to get your under sink organized, this is definitely it.

#3 Joseph and Joseph Under Shelf Organizer

Joseph and Joseph Under Shelf Organizer

Now, if you have a lot of cupboards in your kitchen but you’re lacking drawer space, you’re probably finding it difficult to store all of your tinfoil, plastic wrap, and little baggies.

Your fail-safe solution to store all that stuff is the Joseph and Joseph under shelf organizer, perfect for holding all of those long boxes. It hooks right onto your shelf, and it actually comes with 3M stick adhesive on the back to hold it in place.

So, it’s also renter-friendly.

#4 Two-in-One Paper Towel & Tea Towel Organizer

Paper Towel and Tea Towel Organizer

I really like to keep my countertops and sink area relatively clean and orderly, but the two things that stop it from looking extra tidy are my paper towel and my tea towel that I have out.

So, I found this 2IN1 system organizer. It holds both my tea towel and the paper towel inside the cabinet.

That way, the paper towel is hidden away, and my tea towel is out on display but also kind of hidden because it’s below eye level.

Paper Towel and Tea Towel Organizer

I think this is such a practical way of keeping things organized and tidy because they’re accessible and still easy to grab at.

I love how it keeps all of the things that tend to look messy out of sight, put away, and in their own little place. So, it keeps my countertops and sink looking that much tidier and that much more decorative.

#5 Joseph and Joseph Under Shelf Storage Drawer

Joseph and Joseph Under Shelf Storage Drawer

This is another great under shelf organizer that creates a drawer out of a shelf. So, I think this is perfect for your pantry.

They are perfect for filling in that top portion of your shelves to maximize the space and use every inch of it to your advantage.

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TIP: You can also use these to create little coffee drawers to hold your little coffee pods and add them to your mug cupboard so everything is ready to go for the morning.

#6 Can Organizer

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Now, if you have a double-door fridge like me, you know the fridge size is not the biggest.

So, if you are trying to take advantage of the space you have and maximize it, I found a useful solution to maximize the space in your double-door fridge by using a simple organizer for your sparkling water cans.

The organizer allows you to neatly store and organize your sparkling water cans in a way that maximizes the available space. By sliding the organizer into your fridge, you can create a space-efficient system where you can easily access your cans, similar to a vending machine.

So, if you like having cold drinks in your fridge, I highly recommend trying this out.

#7 Condiment Organization

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If you have different sauces in your fridge, I think putting in a nice little turntable Lazy Susan situation would totally be perfect way to organize your condiments.

That way, everything is again very accessible, and you don’t have to be reaching past different items or removing things from your fridge.

A simple turn-around will let you get everything that you need, and it just makes it look really pretty as well.

#8 Expandable Tiered System

Joseph and Joseph Expandable Tiered Cupboard Organizer

Now, if you have a shelf dedicated to storing all of your spices, you certainly need an expandable tiered system. This system will help you organize your spices efficiently and provide a clear view of all your culinary essentials.

This system can fit almost any cupboard size and you can pull it apart to maximize the space and fill your entire cabinet.

#9 Compact Cupboard Organizer

Joseph and Joseph Compact Cupboard Organizer

If you have a small cupboard or a small fridge, this compact cupboard organizer would be perfect to organize all of the smaller things in there.

It is a tiered system, but it also has a little drawer underneath to maximize its use. I love that it’s like a two-in-one system. And it’s also really small.

#10 Use Baskets to Organize and Categorize Items

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If you have a cabinet on your island that is very deep and there’s a lot of room for things, you might have taken advantage of that and just shoved everything inside, so now it’s a mess.

Adding in some baskets in there to do some simple organization by categorizing different products in the cabinets would be a great way to keep things together and organized.

#11 Vegetable Wire Basket

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Now we have the vegetable wire basket storage. Storing vegetables in the fridge can be annoying; some are soggy and rotten there without you being able to see which one is actually going bad.

The wire basket helps you store your veggies in the right way, in the fresh air, and gives you easy access with a swift pull.

#12 The Wicker Storage Basket

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If you weren’t a fan of the wire baskets, here is another more stylish and rustic option.

The Wickeer Storage Basket has a maximum weight limit of about 20 kilograms. You can easily store a whole week’s worth of groceries.

#13 Add Drawer Dividers and Bins

Make sure you’re using the full potential of your drawers. This means using the entire width of it for storage, as even a narrow empty space can be the perfect spot for small kitchen tools like measuring cups and tongs.

Though purchasing drawer dividers and bins may seem more like a luxury item and less like a kitchen necessity, even the smallest of drawers can benefit from the division of space that dividers and bins can provide.

#14 Silver Cutlery Tray

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This simple tray will save you the hassle of organizing your itinerary and tools every single week.

The ready made compatrments might also teach your kids to be cleaner adults.

#15 Under Sink Cabinetry

One of the least utilized spaces is under the sink storage. Luckily, the under sink storage drawer makes use of that space and leaves you a percfect space to keep all of your cleaning products.

Instead of storing them somewhere far away from the sink, you can just pull out your drawers and grab some dish soap.

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TIP: The space underneath your kitchen sink can easily be a disaster—or a land of opportunity. Use stacking shelves and bins to create a custom storage solution that perfectly fits all the pipes and hardware within the cabinet, and provides ample room for cleaning supplies or home goods too.

#16 Add a Pull-Out Base Unit

Sorting your spices and bottles on a rack is too boring now. The kitchen storage pull-out base unit, is a vertical little cabinnet that has a very soft runner application, which means there is no creaking while trying to make a midnight snack.

Its design also makes it versatile to fit into any little crevice you might have in the kitchen that’s begging to be put to use? Add a pull-out spice rack. These can fit in even what feels like the tiniest of cabinetry gaps, and it’s a great way to store a bulky spice collection.

#17 Hang a Towel Rod Over the Sink

Organizing your kitchen doesn’t always mean organizing drawers and cupboards. You can actually find new surfaces to make better use of.

If you have a plain wall above your sink, you can turn it into a decorative piece and yet functional at the same time. All you need is a peel and stick towel rod.

It is so easy to install; you can just peel and stick it right onto your wall, and you have instant decorative storage. You can use this as your tea towel spot.

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TIP:You can add to this even more by adding in S hooks that are going to allow you to hang utensils and mugs, so that you can really create more storage space around your kitchen.

#18 Turn One Shelf Into Two

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With wire shelf risers, you have the opportunity to increase vertical storage space, providing additional room for the storage of your dishware. Just because you’re limited on space doesn’t mean you need to compromise your love for adorable mugs and dishes.

#19 Pull-Out Larder

A pull-out larder is like a mini pantry, which is built vertically so you can slide it in and out smoothly.

It has numerous shelves that are quite sturdy; you can place about 18 kilograms of weight on each basket.

#20 Carousel Corner

Next up is a very simple solution to a problem everyone has faced. The carousel corner storage has a simple principle; to spin.

When you store things all the way at the back, you might forget about them and accidentally let them expire. But with this rotation device, you can easily access all of your stored goods without having to break your back.

Not only is it beneficial for forgetful people, but also for those with mobility issues. They rotate a complete 360 degrees and can hold about 15 kilograms per shelf.

That’s not all! If you think your shelves need more space, you can adjust the height too.

#21 Add a Built-in Storage Block

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Incorporate a knife block into a slim drawer to ensure the sharpness and safety of your knives while keeping your hands safe.

#22 Add Bins to Your Bottom Drawers

Reserve the lower kitchen drawers for storing jars and cans. Utilize bins that are 16 inches deep to maintain organization, and label each bin for easy identification and quick access to your needed items.

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