Supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's home has long served as a mood board for us, with its marble walls and mid-century modern design. Zoom in, however, and you will notice that while her interiors look lovely, her storage solutions are also just as admirable.
In a recent post, Rosie revealed the inside of her closet, featuring smart and seamless vertical storage in the form of floor-to-ceiling cabinets. Tall closet storage solutions (like Rosie's) are highly popular due to their sleek appearance and (literal) high levels of storage space, so it's unsurprising they're so sought-after by professionals.
'One of the key advantages of vertical storage is its ability to make the most of every square foot,' says Vlatka Lake, storage expert at Space Station.
'While traditional storage solutions often overlook the vertical dimension of a room, this solution ensures that you’re optimizing your space efficiently, providing ample room for storing items without sacrificing valuable floor space.'
Vlatka Lake is a storage expert at Space Station, a storage-solution service.
Vertical storage checks the boxes for style and functionality; with plenty of room to organize, you can keep your space tidy, which is particularly advantageous for small rooms.
'The vertical structure allows for efficient categorization and easy access to your items, saving you both time and effort in rummaging through your belongings,' Vlatka says. 'Furthermore, by drawing the eye upward, you can help create an illusion of spaciousness, as the height of your room is emphasized. This is particularly advantageous for those who are limited on space.'
Homeowners and renters alike can implement vertical storage solutions by following some of Vlatka's key tips, including more permanent and temporary additions.
'If you’re looking to implement vertical storage within your own home, opt for wall-mounted shelves or floating cabinets to create a sense of openness, or stacked drawers and long cabinets to help stow away your less visually appealing odds and ends,' she suggests.
'For those of you in rental properties or those seeking more temporary solutions, consider no-drill floating shelves or freestanding vertical storage units such as stacking drawers or long cabinets.'
H&G's organizing edit
Cabinets aside, we can more organized with some of our closet storage picks below.
Stow everything away in these visible and stackable, clear plastic storage bins.
This hamper, made of seagrass and rattan, adds a warm touch to a bedroom or closet while holding clothes and linens.
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Martha Stewart designed an on-trend rattan storage essential – it's a 'considered and styled' way to organize clutter in a bathroomStewart created a stylish caddy that's (almost) too aesthetic to be categorized as storage – her modern home essential is under $43
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Chef Ottolenghi says, 'I like to keep things accessible' when it comes to kitchen storage – his techniques free up space and make cooking easierWe interviewed the world-famous chef on how he optimizes his kitchen storage and his vertical answers are easy to replicate
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Bette Midler's bookshelf takes a unique approach to this eternal trend – her technique takes her storage 'from utilitarian to unforgettable'The actress's uniformed white, L-shaped bookshelf in her NYC penthouse is a major focal point thanks to its subtle color organization
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Martha Stewart intelligently uses tissue paper for a storage trick that improves your clothes' lifespan – her decade-old tip remains impactful todayThe best storage solutions are those that have already stood the test of time – this is the case with Stewart's drawer tip, and it's replicable for under $9
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Martha Stewart's top-drawer storage method 'enables you to get dressed faster' – her decade-old lessons are just as impactful in modern bedroomsArchival footage shows Stewart's cabinet storage solutions have no expiry date – we're sure her lessons will continue to work years from now
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Martha Stewart says clever storage systems 'boost productivity, and helps minimize stress' – her versatile solution is available under $30
Stewart's six-piece desk storage bins are stackable, affordable, and perfect for keeping surface space clutter to a minimum – it's a must for every home
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Jennifer Lopez uses vertical cabinets to maximize storage cleverly in her closet – her space prioritizes functionality (and her look is easily replicable)J.Lo's closet is a masterclass in making use of every available area –a professional expert decodes how you can follow suit in any sized bedroom
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Jennifer Lopez uses a time-honored kitchen storage method that's worked for centuries – it turns functional objects into decorJLo opted to hang her copper pans on a mounted rack, which both clears space in kitchen cabinets and shows off her beautiful wares
