Elfa Utility Board Box curated on LTK

When it comes to space saving hacks, we know them all! In this one pantry section, we've got pull-out shelves, a customizable pegboard, water hyacinth baskets, clear oxo pop containers, and more which was the original intent when we designed and installed this Elfa pantry system. Creating spaces that really work for our clients is our goal and our focus for each project. Plus delighting our clients with new and functional spaces doesn't hurt!

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Another amazing unpack in the books! Getting closets sorted out quickly is one of our main goals when we unpack clients into their new homes - if you can get dressed in the morning it makes it so much easier to deal with the rest of the chaos that is moving! Plus having your closet look like this the day after the move isn't so bad either...

Tell us you have teenagers without telling us you have teenagers. 🥣🤪

If you're hosting guests this summer, having a designated space for extra linens and pillows along with some empty hangers and even a luggage rack can make their stay easy for all involved!

Basements, barns and sheds are oddly one of the more frequent types of projects we end up working on - maybe because these often become dumping grounds for all the stuff people don't want to deal with. While not always the prettiest of spaces, the functionality of a well organized storage space makes life so much easier and takes a huge weight (literally and figuratively) off our clients' shoulders.

This barn/basement storage zone is full of so many years of memories that have now been gone through, edited, binned, zoned, and labeled to make it simpler when it's time to pass these on to the next generation.

These clear acrylic adjustable dividers are perfect for keeping neatly folded rows within dresser drawers. We love how tidy they keep everything and how clean they look. We aren't ones to just stick a bunch of product everywhere but the goal is to keep things contained and orderly so these perfectly fit the bill!

Who needs takeout when your pantry is as organized as this?! Taking a pantry from piles of stuff to designated zones with just the right bins and canisters (love these gold top glass canisters from Neat!) brings us so much joy. And the joyful reaction from our client makes us all so happy

One of our passions is figuring out solutions for our clients and often that involves creative ways to store items. Case in point: how to store shampoo & conditioner bars in the shower in a way that keeps them from getting all soggy and gross as well as maximizing the space we have available to us in a shower niche.

We used these adhesive wall mount soap dishes plus the woven soap saver pads to create a perfect setup for regular soap (bottom), shampoo bars (middle), and conditioner bar (top).

These bars can last a really long time with proper care (our client has had that conditioner bar for over 6 months!) so they are money-saving and eco-friendly. These particular shampoo/conditioner bars are from @thegoodfill but you can also get good options online or most zero waste shops. Check our Amazon store (link in bio) for links to the soap holders & pads plus a few options for shampoo & conditioner bars! Or if you are in Nashville - check out The Good Fill!

What makes this pantry even more spectacular is this is only TWO days after our client moved into her new home! Our unpacking services make settling in happen so much more quickly than the DIY approach - and planning ahead means we have the resources, products, and systems ready to implement once the boxes arrive.

Canisters and labels don't need to be fancy to be super effective and meet your needs. The things we look for in a canister are that they are clear so you can see what and how much you have, easily washable, food safe, and air tight with a gasket seal or a screw top for freshness.

How the canisters are arranged are dependent on the client and what each canister is labeled is also specific to what is in it and how it is used. Labels can be super simple or super specialized but basically need to say what's in the jar because let's face it - all rice looks pretty much the same once it's decanted! We are all about helping clients create a system that works for them and is easily maintained.

Starting your day by walking into an organized and tidy closet is one of life's greatest pleasures. 🤗

What a perfect place to both start and end your day! 💗

Organizing your pets' stuff is the same as organizing your kids' stuff - just create zones, use the right containers, and add labels. We love this mudroom cabinet dedicated to clear drawers and bins for all the things your furry friends need! 🐶🐱

Y'all know we love a good pantry especially when the client is so delighted with the end results! Her emoji of choice to describe it was 😍!

When we design and organize garage systems, we love to leave you space to grow!

Open shelves are so great for both form and function, depending on your needs and the available space. Sometimes it's just pretty, but usually we need to incorporate things that are used as well - especially in a kitchen or bar area!

We've said this before, but we will say it again: junk drawers do not have to look junky! In fact, even the word junky doesn't really work for us - we prefer a 'utility drawer' or as one of our clients calls it 'the useful drawer' which we love. These bamboo drawer organizers work really well as they can fit together in the way that makes the most sense for your drawer and the things in it!

When your closet looks like this, getting dressed is a breeze! 😍

And not bad for day three after moving in - it's amazing what a professional unpacking team can get done in just a short amount of time! Our team made the best use of the shoe shelves with the viral shoe stackers you've probably seen everywhere - here they are in an actual real closet! We've used these for years so not sure why all of a sudden they've made an appearance all over social media but here we are. 👡 🥿 👟

If you've got a pantry where you need every single bit of storage you can get, we help you utilize ALL of the space. This busy family was bursting at the seams in their pantry so adding these two Elfa wall tracks made this formerly unused space super functional and freed up the shelves so we could get some breathing room in there!

Our team loves thinking creatively and maximizing space any way we can!

Who's thirsty?! 🥤

Busy families often have a lot of re-usable cups and this family is no exception (though they did an amazing job editing out the ones they didn't love!) with the volume. We were able to poach a whole section in the pantry for them so they are super accessible instead of being jammed in random cabinets. The wine racks are perfect for these slim cups that easily tip over - now they can see exactly which one they want - and you know sometimes there's just one perfect cup that suits your mood.

This client can just ride off into the sunset now that his biking equipment is so well organized! Sports enthusiasts of all kinds love to get new gear and if systems aren't in place to accommodate... chaos happens. These systems don't have to be fancy but they do need to have structure and intent so what is needed can be found easily and also returned to its home after use.

We use these chrome shelving units on casters for all sorts of organizing projects and they were perfect here to create this biking storage zone that now holds all the things!

Sometimes a stand-alone shelf works better for the space than something built-in. Luckily our client had this wire shelf that fit really well in this under stairs closet near the office. So creating an overflow zone freeing up space in the office made a ton of sense! Not the most glam of spaces-but super functional!

Christmas in April? Only if you look in the garage! We love using extra garage space to store holiday items. They're easy to access for next year and we think they bring a little bit of that holiday joy every time you open your garage door! 🎄

This basement storage room is something most of us here in Middle Tennessee can only dream about! (Fun fact: Tennessee has a shallow layer of soil atop a limestone bedrock and the limestone is difficult to dig into so basements around here are a luxury.) We love the way these Trinity shelving units make this space fully functional and as beautiful as a basement can be!

Coco Chanel once said, "the best color in the world is the one that looks good on you." This beautifully organized makeup drawer makes it easy to pick your best colors. 🙌

We generally prefer acrylic drawer organizers for anything that may spill or leak so these are perfect since you can just wash them out!

These clean pantry bins and drawers are perfect for grouping 'like' foods together, making it easier to answer that age-old question "what's for dinner?!"

Each pantry has its own unique needs for the family it serves so getting this one set up perfectly was our goal. We've got meal prep and snacks and canned goods and breakfast and all the things ready for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - and every time in between!

They say the devil is in the details, but the details are where we thrive. 😊 Organized spaces make lives simpler and creating those spaces is our passion!

Our sweet client had a closet that was totally not functional (think one wire rod around the whole room...) so installing this new Elfa Decor closet was a game changer for her - everything fits, she can see it all, and it is so pretty to boot.

Her reaction? "Oh my gosh I love it!!! Completely transformed my closet!!" and "This has been really really great. I love the ladies and the new installs. Seriously, it’s crazy!"

There's so much to love here - the wicker baskets, the clear containers, the rainbow-organized drink ware, etc. But if you'll look even closer, you'll see something a bit strange outside of the window. Yes, those are palm trees! And that's because AFS has expanded to Southwest Florida. If you're in the SWFL area and you'd like to work with us, send us a DM! 😎🌴

The organization is one thing, but the outlet in the back of the drawer? THAT takes this whole thing up a notch!

If you want a drawer that looks like it was pulled right out of the pages of a magazine, decanting your spices will do that for you. It's a big bang for a little project! It's one of our team's favorite upgrades and we've got our systems down pat to make this happen.

This in-house (well, in-barn) dog washing station is the stuff of all dog owners' dreams. 🐶❤️

As the weather gets warmer (or is it just wishful thinking??), kids are spending more time outside riding scooters, playing tennis, throwing a frisbee, drawing with sidewalk chalk, etc. Check out this Elfa sports section that holds all the things our client needs.

Spring is our absolute favorite time to organize garages and this year, don't let your messy garage stop you from enjoying time with your family! (Or cause you to want to rip your hair out every time you go out there!)

Under sink storage is not the most glamorous of spaces, but it has the ability to be one of the most useful! As with most spaces - creating clear categories is key, and also being mindful that we are typically looking top down when getting under the sink so ease of use is critical.

One of the easiest ways to transform a closet is to invest in matching hangers. These velvet versions give consistency in size and color which is key to a harmonious space!

Our all-time favorite way to organize small purses, crossbodies, and clutches is to stand them up vertically using these acrylic clutch holders. And then add a stepladder so we can reach them!! 😂