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Start 2027 on the right foot with organizational solutions from IKEA

KLIPPUGGLA bed frame with storage from IKEA
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What do you think about when you hear the word organization? Perhaps a color-coded calendar or a fully labeled pantry? For me, it’s storage boxes and units, specifically those iconic little numbers from IKEA.

A household name across the globe, IKEA has close to a century of experience helping people create an organized, stylish living space without breaking the bank.

There’s nothing like a new year’s blitz of the house, and if you’re on a mission to maximize your space in 2027, it is without a doubt the place to shop. Be it your kitchen, home office, or the kids’ bedrooms, IKEA offers modular furniture and clever accessories to overhaul any room in the house.

IKEA products for organization

Forget digging through overflowing drawers or cluttering up the hallway with shoes; these home organization solutions from IKEA can help you turn your space into the neat and tidy sanctuary you’ve always dreamt of.

Clever storage ideas for small spaces

When you're dealing with limited space, clutter feels like it can show up instantaneously. But the right organizational tools from IKEA can maximize almost every inch of your home. You best believe we’re getting the most of our rent this year.

If floor space is limited, you’ve got to look up, and IKEA are the masters of stackable utilities, multi-layer shelving, and slim-profile cabinets that make the most of the space you have. Here are the products I recommend for small spaces, from your hallway to under your bed.

BRUSALI Shoe cabinet

BRUSALI Shoe cabinet

Your hallway sets the tone for the house, so save the mess with this three-tier shoe cabinet that fits seamlessly against the wall. Each compartment has two adjustable shoe shelves and the cabinet comes in brown oak or white. It measures 24 x 11¾ x 51⅛" and can hold approximately 15 pairs of shoes. Storing footwear neatly rather than flinging it in a cupboard also keeps it looking new for longer — it’s a win-win.

SORTERA Sorting bin with lid

SORTERA Sorting bin with lid

Sometimes you just need a trusty storage box to hide away your clutter. These SORTERA bins do just that. The foldable lid and thoughtful design mean you can reach inside even when the boxes are stacked on top of each other. They come in a 10-gallon option as well as a 16-gallon, though beige is the only color option.

How to organize kids’ rooms

Growing up, my home was filled with IKEA, what with my mum being a serial organizer. Now, I can see the appeal: the retailer offers practical storage, minimalist designs, and great value for money.

Listen up, parents! Here we’re delving into those IKEA pieces aimed at bringing order to the kids’ playrooms and bedrooms this new year, so you can finally find a place for that new mountain of toys delivered over the festive period.

FLISAT Open storage combination

FLISAT Open storage combination

This open storage combination is perfect for the playroom. There’s plastic boxes to catch the clunky toys, open shelves to display books or personal treasures, and even a clothing rail to hang those dress-up costumes. Altogether it measures 17⅜ x 34⅝ x 46⅛”. The frame is standard wood but the boxes come in purple, green, blue or white.

KLIPPUGGLA bed frame with storage

KLIPPUGGLA bed frame with storage

A signature double-duty furniture piece from IKEA, this bed frame cross drawer unit works hard for the money you spend on it. While your child sleeps peacefully atop the bed, their clothes or toys can be safely stored below, behind stylish plywood sliding doors. Under $300, you’ll struggle to find a better value storage bed.

Affordable solutions to keeping organized

Following a busy Christmas, your wallet may be understandably thinner at this time of year. But that doesn’t mean you should delay the home refresh.

The good news is: Quality design furniture that helps you create a practical living space doesn't have to break your bank account. When you’re trying to refresh your space while stretching your dollars, IKEA is the one-stop shop — it’s where you can find everything from aesthetic storage containers (they’re going straight in my basket!) to a chest of drawers.

SMARRA Box with lid

SMARRA Box with lid

I love the purpose of a storage box, but the aesthetic of a plastic tub? No thanks. That’s why I’m loving the woven basket options at IKEA right now. Measuring 11¾ x 11¾ x 9” there’s plenty of room for those household items you want at arm’s reach but not of sight. You can stack them, place them on a shelf, or use them as open-lid baskets.

KRONÖREN 2-drawer chest

KRONÖREN 2-drawer chest

A quick solution for overflowing clothes or clutter, this simple two-drawer chest is great value. The untreated wood gives a neutral look and is perfect for sanding, oiling or painting if you fancy a little DIY. Quick tip: get some smaller boxes to organize the inside of the drawers.

How can organization support your mental health and everyday life?

A place for everything and everything in its place. IKEA helps you adjust to the new year by curating a living space that supports your day-to-day life. You should never underestimate the power of organization in your home. A 2024 study in the Journal of Environmental Psychology concludes clutter negatively correlates with psychological well-being. Meanwhile, a well-maintained, tidy living space is scientifically proven to lower cognitive load and create a sense of control.

If there’s a place for everything, locating your keys, shoes, or jacket as you're rushing out the door for work and other commitments isn’t so overwhelming. That’s why living in an organized space makes you feel lighter psychologically and helps you cruise through the day in a better mood.

So, get organized this new year, and thank me later.

Eve Davies
Sleep Tech Product Tester and Writer

Eve is a sleep tech product tester and writer at Tom's Guide, covering everything from smart beds and sleep trackers, to sleep earbuds and sunrise alarm clocks. Eve is a PPA-accredited journalist with an MA in Magazine Journalism, and has four years’ experience writing features and news. In her role as Sleep Tech Product Tester and Writer for Tom's Guide, Eve is constantly trying out and reviewing the latest sleep products from brands such as Apple, Garmin, Whoop, Hatch, Sleep Number, Eight Sleep, and Oura. A fitness enthusiast who completed the London Marathon earlier this year, Eve loves exploring the relationship between good sleep, overall health, and physical performance, and how great sleep tech can make that relationship even better.