2 min read- Drew Scott, best known for costarring on Property Brothers, regularly takes to social media to share lifestyle and organization tips with his 2.7 million followers.
- The father of two regularly centers his content around life with kids, but his advice is often applicable to a wider audience as he shares organizational and styling tips that are lifestyle adaptable.
- In his recent roundup of smart storage solutions, Scott offered both out-of-the-box and retrofit required options.
Let’s be honest, clearing clutter is at the top of nearly everyone’s spring to-do lists. Chasing the clean, airy feel that steps in alongside the warmer weather, we typically take a step back and take a hard look at the state of our spaces. But on your quest to reclaim your space, you’re bound to encounter a few knick-knacks that need to find a home in your home—and Drew Scott knows that dilemma all too well.
The father of two and Property Brother star took to Instagram to share his top tips for conquering clutter, offering smart storage solutions for those items that need to be packed up after they’ve been picked up.
Utilize Your Staircase
You aren’t using your stairs to their fullest potential, and Scott knows it. In his carousel of tips, he points to a clever way to transform the dead space under your stairs into a haven for tchotchkes. In his renovation of the often-overlooked in-home real estate, he uses labeled wooden baskets to keep his family’s shoes off the floor and neatly stored. While we love his use of the space, we could also see this working as a clever solution for coats, bags, and other bric-à-brac that you need to stash out of sight.
Add a storage banquette
Drew, reporting from what looks to be his kitchen, demonstrated this sleek storage, hidden amongst tongue-in-groove paneling and plush mint throw pillows. Ultra practical, a storage banquet can fit seamlessly into almost any room and is a great way to marry form with function.
Choose Functional Furniture
Reaching just beyond his bench, Scott swings open a hidden door in the base of his dining table to reveal a clever compartment. While he uses this space to store art supplied for his kids, it can also be a great solution for utensils, napkins, or extra tabletop decor, keeping everything within arm's reach while maintaining minimal clutter.
Opt for a Standing Cabinet
You can’t always build a permanent solution into your space, and the amount of storage space you need often evolves as time goes by. For those of us in a pinch, Scott offers a practical solution: Buy a “beautiful” cabinet. Sure, it might take some rearranging and redecorating, but this solution also brings more storage space into your home, allowing you more space to display beloved collections. Think vases of fresh florals, a perch for spring-scented candles, or even just a place for your keys after a long day.
