21 Clever Vertical Bedroom Organization Hacks
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I think it’s a universal truth that we all want a little bit of extra storage for our bedrooms. These clever vertical bedroom organization hacks will help you do just that!
No matter the size or shape of your room, there’s always room for improvement, right?
But what if you’re working with limited floor space, or you want to keep your style as minimal as possible? There are ways to walk the line without making your room feel cluttered, I promise.
This is twenty-one clever vertical bedroom organization hacks, so let’s dive right in!
1. Shelves in Closet
Source: @jodie.thedesigntwins
Your closet is one of the areas in your home most prone to chaos, which is why introducing some shelves into your closet can be a great way to deal with the problem.
Some classic fabric storage cubes like these are a great way to make the most of new shelving space, too.
2. Open Clothing Racks
Source: @fashionablyimperfect
I’m a big fan of introducing open clothing racks into bedrooms, especially if your existing closet is already filling up.
Organized carefully, these can be a great place to keep items like large coats, hats, and other accessories.
3. Built-In Shelves
Source: @shophwangbishop
Got a lot of wall space and not sure what to do with it? Lean into built-in shelving! This is an amazing choice for a child or student’s room, but it’s absolutely applicable across the board.
Getting these made bespoke is usually a hefty investment, but well worth it in the long run considering all the additional storage you’ll benefit from.
4. Bedroom Coffee Station
Source: @beeorganized.co
Shorten the time between the moment you wake up and the moment you have a coffee in your hand by a factor of a thousand with this bedroom coffee station.
This is a great way to introduce a new amenity into your sleeping space without taking up a ton of essential space.
5. Shelf Turned Vanity
Source: @futoncompany
Looking to save space, but still need an area to get ready in the mornings? Use a storage shelf with a tall attachment to create your very own vanity.
Make sure to add a mirror with some storage hidden behind it – like this one – for maximum impact.
6. Clothing Storage Bins
Source: @thecozyhomeorganizing
We all know the struggle of losing vital closet space to piles of folded clothes falling over or becoming blended together on the shelf. That’s why I love clothing storage bins.
Basic bins like these are perfect for the job, and super affordable too!
7. Top-Shelf Shoe Storage
Source: @makebetterspace
it’s tough to find the right spot to store your shoes, especially if you’re a bit of a collector. But if you’re sick of tripping over stray pairs, then this might be the solution for you.
Use that extra space at the top of your closet for an acrylic grid to store your shoes, so you can see each pair with ease.
8. Pegboard Room Divider
Source: @kreisdesign
Finding space to work from home is often a bit of a struggle, especially if you don’t have a lot of extra room.
What if you could find some extra storage for your essentials while carving out a corner for your work? That’s where this pegboard room divider comes in! Easy to set up, versatile, and super stylish.
9. Open Bedside Table
Source: @mariecumminsinteriors
Give your bedroom a makeover on a budget with something as simple as an IKEA Kallax shelf. These open shelves double as spots for décor and storage, helping to create a modern space.
If you don’t have any already, I’d encourage you to pick up one or two decorative pieces to add some personality to your new bedside table.
10. Acrylic Bed Butler
Source: @precision_organizing
If you’ve never encountered a bed butler before, allow me to introduce you! The classic bed butler hooks onto the side of your bed, providing a small pocket on the side to hold things.
This is a great spot to hold technology, medication, your glasses, and anything else you need in a hurry. Acrylic ones like this are quite popular for their durability.
11. Small Closet, Big Storage
Source: @hanburyhome.22
Dealing with a small closet? Immediately add a ton of storage by using the floorspace as a spot for a bookshelf. Packed with small fabric cubes, this spot is great for holding a variety of items.
This is a great hack for bedrooms with small closets, or coat closets in your front room.
12. Planner Bookshelf
Source: @christina_loves_planning_
Keep your planners and other books effortlessly organized by installing a simple bookshelf in your bedroom. This is great if you like to read or write while sitting in bed.
A set of floating shelves like this makes installing this shelf only take a few hours (at most!).
13. Curtained Closet
Source: @organizingmadefun
Need a little bit of extra space in your room? Consider sectioning off a piece of your bedroom to turn it into a curtained-off closet! The curtains take up much less room than a door swinging open.
Best of all, the right curtains will add a luxurious touch that elevates your space with ease.
14. Minimalistic Shelving
Source: @sleepmastersca
Of course, one of the best and most convenient ways to add vertical storage space to your bedroom is to add shelving. That said, a lot of shelves can make the space feel cluttered or small.
That’s why I love using minimal shelving to keep your bedroom feeling light and airy.
15. Wall Shoe Shelf
Source: @lauraadney
If you don’t have room in your closet for your growing shoe collection, or you want to put them on display somehow, why not use a wall of shoe shelves?
Installing a set of basic floating shelves is a great way to create a dedicated corner for your shoes (almost like having your own storefront in your bedroom).
16. Corner Dressing Display
Source: @_homebybec
We don’t all have space for a full dressing room (though if you do, that’s amazing). But you can bring a little bit of that luxury to your bedroom by creating a corner display.
Complete with a vanity, a display shelf for your best pieces, and a large mirror like this one, this immediately gives your room some old Hollywood glamor!
17. Hat Feature Wall
Source: @extraspace
Hats can be super tough to store, especially if you have a few hats in different shapes or sizes. If this issue is giving you some trouble, consider storing your hats with some hooks on your wall.
Not only does this save a ton of space, but it also displays your hats for easy access at all times!
18. Corner Desk
Source: @5ft.apart
If you can’t go wide, go tall. That’s my motto, at least! If you’re struggling to find a spot where you can work from home, try placing a thin (but tall) table in a corner of your space.
The extra storage above the desk is the perfect spot for notebooks, stationery, and even decorative items.
19. Ladder Blanket Storage
Source: @ourdreamshelford
Whether you’re in love with the farmhouse aesthetic or you just need somewhere to store your extra blankets, might I recommend the ladder blanket storage method?
This is a lean-to ladder that stores your blankets while displaying them, and doesn’t take up much space at all.
20. Modular Bedside Table
Source: @miss_schneider_
Looking to DIY your bedside table? A couple of simple wooden boxes and a coat of paint will have you sorted in no time. This is a great hack because it doesn’t take up any floor space at all.
This leaves plenty of room for other things you might need to store beside your bed.
21. Library Wall
Source: @louiseroehome
Finally, this one goes out to all the book lovers! Take the time to create a library wall in your room, where every inch of the wall is covered in bookshelves from floor to ceiling.
Not only does this have some enormous visual impact, but it’s also the perfect way to concentrate all your books in one place.