The new year marks a fresh start for many people, whether you’re committing to a healthier lifestyle or elevating your living space. If it’s the latter, you’ve landed in the right place.
Home organization can often feel overwhelming and expensive — until you arrive at IKEA, AKA the home of functional, budget-friendly staples that deliver immediate organization without a full renovation.
No matter the space you’re working with, be it a detached home or rented studio apartment, IKEA has practical furniture, decor, and utilities that are sure to level up your living space. From a portable cabinet to a chic wardrobe, here are the products we recommend.
Great IKEA designs for organization in every room
How to make the most of a small bedroom
Providing a place for your current read, bedtime tea, and sunrise alarm clock, a nightstand is pretty pivotal in the bedroom. And one with storage is even better, especially in small rooms.
The STORKLINTA Nightstand from IKEA keeps your nighttime essentials within arm's reach and looks put-together without taking up too much space.
How to fill an empty corner
Utilizing and decorating corners can be tricky. Furniture must be placed at awkward angles or never quite fits, and drawers and cupboards can be hard to access. So, to save you the trouble, you just leave them out of use.
The iconic IKEA BILLY bookcase comes in clutch, adding a snug feel while providing heaps of storage space for books, files, or knickknacks. What’s more, the updated, curved design keeps all compartments accessible.
How to keep clutter out of sight
Sometimes you just need a good old closed-off cupboard to hide your clutter — no open shelving, no glass doors. Luckily, IKEA is great at designing subtle cabinets that slip into your home's aesthetic without demanding attention.
If you want storage that looks chic, the BESTÅ Storage combination is a top pick. From the outside, it looks modern, and inside, it’s split into cube storage compartments to organize your clutter. We think it would look great in an alcove if dimensions line up.
Making shelving units look good (and do more)
Let’s be honest, shelves can be hard to dress. Overcrowd them and the room looks cluttered; place a few things on them, and they look too bare.
By providing different levels, the popular KALLAX shelf unit from IKEA does some of the work for you by breaking up the empty space and providing double the storage — we can always rely on IKEA for a practical, chic piece of furniture, even when you’re on a budget and interior design isn’t your forte.
What are IKEA organizational products for renters who can't drill holes?
A storage trolley with multiple levels provides a quick storage fix without drilling holes or assembling large furniture you may not be able to take to your next place.
It’s handy for settled homeowners, too. A portable storage unit means you can have all your kitchen tools on hand when cooking and then tuck them out of the way the rest of the time.
Easy and convenient shopping at IKEA
Whether you're ordering online or experiencing one of their big box warehouses (with that all-important stop for Swedish meatballs), the ease of purchase at IKEA takes the pain out of leveling up your home.
To save time in store, you can browse online before leaving home, mapping out warehouse locations via aisle and bin number. You can also use the IKEA mobile app to scan as you shop, avoiding long checkout lines. This means you can keep on top of your final bill while browsing, too.
Returns policies (you can return boxed or unboxed items within 365 days) are generous, giving you peace of mind when it comes to larger purchases. If it’s not quite the right fit, ship or take it back for a full refund.
Finally, for bulky items,, there are always store assistants on hand to help you cart them to your vehicle. Ordering online, you can click and collect or have your purchases delivered to your door. IKEA even partners with services like TaskRabbit, so you can pay extra for someone to assemble your flat packs for you.
