Creating storage where there is none: think vertical

When short of storage, take advantage of your vertical space.

This bedroom was in desperate need of storage. It was very tight and had a small closet. There was really no place to put a dresser.

Instead of using side tables, I opted for creating vertical storage on both sides of the bed and a headboard to fill the space in between. Custom built-in cabinets were not in the budget. Fortunately, I found two units with perfect width and height at Ikea! at a fraction of the cost of custom cabinetry. The clients are pretty handy with a staple gun, she and her husband built the headboard for the cost of materials below $100.

All the drawers in the cabinets serve as two HIS and HERS dressers, there is room for bedside necessities, the closed storage at the bottom make the space look uncluttered and open shelves provide some display space to add interest. A perfect solution within their budget.