Amelia Byrne
“If your bathroom doesn’t have cabinets or has a pedestal sink, then a great option is to add storage anywhere you have floor space,” says La Fond. “Use jars, baskets, or decorative bins to store cotton rounds, towels, facecloths, hair ties—anything that helps create more storage space elsewhere.” Or opt for stackable shelf baskets as chic storage containers to make more room.
“There are great freestanding storage pieces, like linen cabinets, that are easy to build, cost-effective, and don’t require installation,” says La Fond.
Go bold and paint them in wild colors, or add whimsical details via peel-and-stick wallpaper on cabinet doors.
“The space above the commode is great for adding storage, but you have to avoid that very rental-like look, with the chrome or white plastic shelving looming over the toilet,” Olsen says. Instead, cantilevered shelves over the tank make for a cleaner look.” Even freestanding towel racks can glitter and draw the eye in the right direction.
Go for the maximum amount of floor space by choosing “a nice wastebasket, hamper, or étagère,” Olsen says. “Pedestal sinks can be attractive and have a nice vintage quality, but they’re not great when it comes to storage,” says Olsen.
You’ll have so much extra space, whether it’s to hang towels or store things behind doors or in drawers.” Choose bins with lids to keep items safe from any water drips or dust. If you’re into biophilic design, adding humidity-loving plants can give the baskets a more natural aesthetic. Bathrooms are prime territory for grooming, so it is important to make sure that the space doesn’t look like the beauty clearance aisle at Target.
For a more styled approach, add a live-edge bath caddy as a decorative and functional piece. Given that you likely have small toiletries and lotions to corral, look into drawer organizers and hidden storage options for anything that you don’t use on a regular basis.
