Home Organizing 20 House Plans That Maximize Storage Space for the Organized Home of Your Dreams A home that comes with ample storage space? Yes, please! By Katie Holdefehr Katie Holdefehr Instagram Website Katie Holdefehr is the associate editorial director at RealSimple.com, where she oversees all content being published on site. She was previously the senior home editor at the brand, covering everything home related, from decor and houseplants, to cleaning and organizing. She has more than 10 years of experience in print and digital media. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 5, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Southern Living If you want a more organized home with less time spent, well, actually organizing, start with a home that has plenty of storage space built right in. We've rounded up the Southern Living House Plans that make the most of storage space, building it seamlessly into each beautiful home's design. Shelves are tucked under staircases, kitchens abound with cabinet space, and mudrooms are equipped with hooks for every last coat, hat, and mitten. An organized home feels less like a struggle and more like second nature when storage solutions have been thoughtfully incorporated right from the start. The 20 Best Organizing Tips We've Learned Over the Past 20 Years 01 of 38 New Tideland Haven Southern Living/Photography by Laurey W Glenn This house plan had us at "wrap-around porch," but in case you need convincing, there's also an open layout kitchen, dual sinks in the main bathroom, and a fireplace to cozy up around. Check out the house plan 02 of 38 A Kitchen Designed for Entertaining Southern Living / Photography by Laurey W Glenn Vaulted ceilings make the main living area feel large and light-filled. In the kitchen, lots of glass-front cabinets provide storage space that doubles as decor. Hidden details, like built-in cabinets in the island and a pull-out cutting board, lend extra utility to the space. 03 of 38 Lowcountry Reserve Southern Living/David Cannon Photography This gorgeous two-story home boasts plenty of porch space on both levels. The house plan includes a detached three-car garage with living space above, making it the ideal spot for guests. Check out the house plan 04 of 38 Built-in Wine Rack Southern Living/ David Cannon Photography This house plan has carefully considered storage, including a walk-in closet and a kitchen island with built-in cabinets. In the dining room, you'll find plenty of space for a wine collection. 05 of 38 Four Gables Southern Living With walk-in closets, a spacious open-layout kitchen, a porch, and a fireplace, this house plan checks all the boxes. Check out the house plan 06 of 38 Under-the-Stairs Shelving Southern Living/Laurey W. Glenn; Joshua Drake In this home, even often-overlooked areas, like the space under the stairs, have been transformed into storage solutions. Tuck cookbooks and collectibles into these open shelves. 07 of 38 Gilliam Southern Living With 10-foot ceilings and tons of windows, this house feels spacious and flooded with light. Check out the house plan 08 of 38 Tons of Cabinets Southern Living Floor-to-ceiling cabinets provide ample storage in the kitchen. Let the upper cabinets hold serveware you only pull out for holidays, then fill lower cabinets with everyday essentials so they're easy to reach. 09 of 38 Sugarberry Cottage Southern Living This three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath cottage is a mix of bungalow and craftsman styles. Did we mention there's a screened-in porch? Check out the house plan 10 of 38 A Thoughtfully Designed Mudroom Southern Living Extra storage space is tucked into every room of the cottage. In the mudroom, a built-in bench is equipped with shelves for shoes, while cabinets stash coats and scarves. 11 of 38 Fox Hill The best part about this Colonial-style home (besides the fireplace, library, and luxurious bathtub)? The garage studio can be used as a creative home office or a space for guests. Check out the house plan 12 of 38 Dream Kitchen You know a kitchen was designed for both style and storage when beautiful glass-front cabinets are built right into the island. 13 of 38 Whiteside Farm Southern Living This year, the importance of home offices and dedicated rec rooms cannot be overstated. The good news: This gorgeous home has both. Check out the house plan 14 of 38 A Tidy Dining Room Southern Living Storage solutions are tucked into every available spot in this sprawling 3,600-square-foot home. Exhibit A: The dining room is equipped with cabinets and shelves for all your dishes and serving ware. 15 of 38 Cottage of the Year Southern Living Guests will love how warm and welcoming this New England Colonial-style cottage feels. The best spot in the house? How about the spa-worthy whirlpool bathtub. Check out the house plan 16 of 38 Country Kitchen Southern Living If modern farmhouse is your decor style, this charming kitchen will feel like home. Shallow shelves let you put your favorite pieces on display, but don't worry, there's also ample cabinet space to hide the rest. 17 of 38 Old Bethel Southern Living With high ceilings and an abundance of windows, this one-story home feels roomy and bright. Check out the house plan 18 of 38 Beautiful Built-ins Southern Living In the living room, the fireplace is flanked by two shelving units. Arrange family photos on the shelves above, and stow board games in the cabinets below. 19 of 38 The Ramble Farmhouse Southern Living What features did you always imagine your dream home would have? There's a good chance the Ramble Farmhouse has it. Yes, porch, deck, mudroom, carport, pantry, and library included. Check out the house plan 20 of 38 Cozy Library Southern Living/Robbie Caponetto Long afternoons will be spent curled up with a good book in this library complete with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. 21 of 38 Elberton Way Southern Living While most of these house plans feature enviable porches, this one take it a step further with an outdoor fireplace for chilly fall evenings. Check out the house plan 22 of 38 The Ultimate Get-Ready Station Southern Living An elegant vanity equipped with drawer space and a lengthy countertop makes for a dreamy dressing room. 23 of 38 Vintage Lowcountry Southern Living Inspired by a fan-favorite home featured in a 2011 issue of Southern Living, this house has a timeless design that will never go out of style. Check out the house plan 24 of 38 Country Kitchen Southern Living From the glass-front cabinets to the wood paneling to the farmhouse sink, this kitchen is irresistibly charming. Cabinet space is maximized without sacrificing style. 25 of 38 Sweetwater Retreat Southern Living / Daniel Conklin, Conklin Marketing Totaling more than 4,000 square feet, this expansive house boasts five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, plus a study, laundry room, and pantry. Check out the house plan 26 of 38 Luxe Laundry Room Southern Living An entire wall of shelves and cabinets means plenty of storage space for every last detergent and stain-fighting spray. 27 of 38 French Broad Retreat Southern Living/Southern Living House Plan, French With a deck and two porches, this is the ultimate home for indoor-outdoor living. Check out the house plan 28 of 38 A Perfectly Balanced Kitchen Southern Living While many kitchens have to choose between storage space and counter space, this smart kitchen design manages to offer an ample amount of both. Bonus: There's even a built-in wine rack. 29 of 38 Lakeside Farmhouse Southern Living This beautiful farmhouse was designed to be your forever home. Organization solutions were carefully considered throughout, from the walk-in closets to the storage space above the three-car garage. Plus, it can be adapted for zoned living on the main level if you plan to age in place. Check out the house plan 30 of 38 Entryway Organizer Southern Living When you walk in the door, this stylish storage unit offers drawers, cabinets, and hooks for holding everything from coats to gardening gear. 31 of 38 Alder Cottage Southern Living If your dream home is all about a luxurious main bedroom, then Alder Cottage is for you. The bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a spacious tub. Bonus points: There's even a porch with a fireplace. Check out the house plan 32 of 38 Sun-Filled Kitchen Southern Living / Lake and Land Studio, LLC Don't choose between a wall of windows and lots of cabinet space—the Alder Cottage's kitchen offers a blend of both. 33 of 38 The Loudon Southern Living/ Laurey W Glenn Welcome to the 2020 Southern Living Showcase Home, a dreamy single story cottage outfitted with everything you'll need—porch, home office, and library, too. Check out the house plan 34 of 38 The Perfect Pantry Southern Living/Laurey W Glenn This home may be only one story, but the designers have managed to fit in plenty of storage space. The evidence: Check out this pantry in the kitchen. Genius Pantry Organization Ideas 35 of 38 River Place Cottage Southern Living This laid-back house was designed for hanging out, whether in the open floor plan kitchen-living room or on one of the two (yes, two!) porches. Check out the house plan 36 of 38 Summertime Bungalow Southern Living A walkthrough pantry and storage space off of the foyer are just a couple of the thoughtful storage solutions hiding in this house plan. Check out the house plan 37 of 38 Built-in Bookshelves Southern Living The designers snuck extra storage into every nook of the home, including this colorful built-in bookcase. 38 of 38 Honeycomb Farmhouse Southern Living Designed for multigenerational living, features like a curbless shower, stepless entry into the home, and an elevator make it an ideal design for aging in place. Check out the house plan Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit