A legacy-driven media platform documenting Korean excellence in culture, economy, and identity
By Beopjeong Sunim
With extended time spent at home, previously unnoticed items have started becoming bothersome. As seasons change, there is a natural inclination to organize and repair the home, swapping thinner clothes for thicker ones. While it is widely acknowledged that decluttering begins with disposing of unnecessary items, executing this can be challenging. If items unused for over a year no longer bring joy, boldly discard or donate them to start decluttering your home. Prior to purchasing new items, consider whether they are necessary or simply desired, making careful decisions to cultivate a positive habit. Through thoughtful home organization, discover ways to utilize space more effectively and comfortably.
Research and compilation by Intern Editor Jieun Choi
Mother Completes Blog
Although it may seem logical, ensuring items are organized near their point of use can streamline movement and enhance convenience, particularly in the kitchen. For instance, store cups and supplements near the water purifier, place frequently used dishes in accessible lower cabinets, and position cooking utensils and spices close to the stove to minimize confusion during meal preparation. Avoid storing spices directly near heat sources to prevent spoilage; instead, organize them in cabinets. Store airtight containers nearby for efficient transfer of cooked food, and keep cleaning tools or extra detergents under the sink for easy access.
Mixing various types of clothing in a wardrobe makes finding items difficult. Organizing clothes by season, purpose, and color, and grouping similar items together, facilitates quicker retrieval. Categorize clothing for different activities such as exercise, parties, or home comfort to reduce energy spent searching. Children's clothing is often shorter, so installing a three-tier hanger allows frequently worn items to be placed within easy reach, with out-of-season clothing hung higher up, simplifying wardrobe management as seasons change.
JTBC_Today's Good Day
Ttungttungi Daily Blog
Small clothing items like socks, underwear, and stockings can be organized using baskets, folding them vertically. If baskets are unavailable, cosmetic boxes or shopping bags with handles removed and sides folded can separate spaces, effectively preventing drawers from becoming cluttered. In the kitchen, small baskets or partitions in drawers are useful for sorting utensils.
Although ideally, one could memorize the location of all items, this becomes challenging amidst the chaos of parenting. Labeling helps easily locate items; collect similar items in boxes or containers with labels attached for simple access. Particularly with refrigerator food or powders, including expiration dates on labels aids usability. Storing children's toys like LEGO, blocks, or dolls in labeled boxes or drawers, and involving children in organization promotes good habits.
Deep kitchen cabinets often make it tough to reach items stored at the back, necessitating frequent rearrangements. These cabinets can store infrequently used kitchenware, and adding wheels or low baskets allows easy access to all items. Online rail shelf purchases enable simple installation for added convenience.
Storing containers with lids closed consumes space inefficiently. Instead, separate lids and stack containers by size, standing lids upright beside this arrangement, saving space and facilitating easy matching.
Better Homes & Gardens
Appropriate storage tools can optimize cabinet space usage. Install additional shelves above short items like cups or bowls, or utilize above-cabinet spaces for organizing. Tall bottles or containers stored horizontally on specially designed racks maximize storage. This arrangement offers easy access, preventing bottle tipping.
Architecturendesign.net
In case of insufficient storage, add organizing racks or document boxes inside or on cupboard doors. This arrangement also streamlines spice selection during cooking by attaching them to cupboard doors.
By applying these strategic methods, one can effectively declutter and organize spaces, creating a more enjoyable and orderly home environment.
[Sources include various blogs and design resources]
