An organized kitchen makes the mind feel clearer! Check out these tips!
If you have an apartment, there is a good chance that your kitchen is not the largest one in the world. In many cases, that is just as well. Too much space can be hard to manage, and an apartment-sized one could be the best fit for you. No matter how large or small yours is, knowing how to keep it organized and clean can be a challenge. Let’s look at some clever ways to organize an apartment kitchen!
Taking an Inventory
The first step is to take an inventory of what you have. You can categorize your kitchen supplies into categories, such as dry goods, cooking utensils, dishware, pots and pans, and bakeware. You can also take this opportunity to throw out or give away some items you don’t need.
Dividing Space with Roommates
If you are sharing an apartment with at least one roommate, you will likely need to divide the kitchen cabinet space into different parts for each person. You can designate specific shelves to specific roommates for dry goods and dishware, while trash bags, cooking tools, and spices could be shared.
Organizing Kitchen Cabinets According to Zones
Where do you put different things? Into what cabinets should you put your pots, pans, dry goods, etc.? It is generally best to put the lightest items at the top and the heaviest items at the bottom. You can also place categories of items into different activity zones. For example, it is customary to place dishware in cabinets close to the dishwasher and sink. Placement depends on how you use the kitchen.
Investing in Kitchen Organizers
Kitchen organizers should not be necessary unless you have decluttered your inventory as much as possible and still need a way to make all items easily accessible. Risers, hooks, shelves, and magnetic boards are just a few organizational tools you can use. However, the fewer organizational tools you have to use, the better.
Keeping It Simple and Clean
Simplicity is best. If you are starting out and renting only temporarily, you likely won’t have too many things to organize, but if you are a long-term resident, you might have accumulated things you don’t need anymore. No matter your situation and inventory, it is best to organize an apartment kitchen as simply as possible.
Let Us Be Your Apartment Home!
Whether you need your very first apartment home or are relocating to the area, Apartments of Harborside Village would love to be your dream apartment home. Are you looking for beautiful waterfront apartments in Joppa, Maryland? Let us show you one of our spacious and affordable apartments at the Apartments of Harborside Village. To learn more about our residence options, visit us online, give us a call at 410-679-1130, or email us. To peek into what it’s like to live in our community, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube.