Easy Storage Hacks for Small Homes: Nate Berkus’ Top Advice

No matter your personal style, there’s a storage cabinet out there that will enhance your space instead of looking out of place. Something that matches your existing furniture is cohesive, but it can also come across as boring. Instead, build on your style – if you love mid-century modern, find a dresser with clean lines and hairpin legs and pair it with minimalist side chairs. Or lean into a one-of-a-kind cabinet that echoes an element of your other decor, like a color or texture, to show off your eclectic side. And if you can’t find anything new, check out secondhand stores and architectural salvage shops for options that fit your entryway’s measurements. Just make sure the storage piece provides plenty of storage without being so big that it blocks the entry.

Berkus also notes that even a tiny entryway can be functional and stylish. He suggests placing a narrow console table in the front hall with a mirror above it – this creates a handy drop zone for keys and mail. You can add more storage by getting a console with a shelf, and tuck a small stool underneath to use when you need to change your shoes. Or add a pair of upholstered stools that can be moved into the living room for extra seating when you have guests. Berkus is also a fan of making the most of long, narrow entryways – replace the mirror with an eye-catching piece of art, and watch the whole space come together.