There is no such thing as too many closet space in real estate. But for houses that are not blessed with enough space to have as much storage, there are tricks that don't need tearing down walls or converting a whole room to give space for more shoes.
Here are ways on how you can double your storage without building a closet according to Realty Times:
Use space bags
Linens and winter clothes take up a lot of space that they could eat up a whole closet. This is why vacuum-sealing them is a great idea for creating more space and at the same time keeping the fabrics in good condition for long-term storage.
Create an eat-in alcove
Create a cozy dinner spot while also having a space for your dishes and kitchen towels.
"Two tall built-in cabinets on either side of this kitchen window create an instant alcove that's perfect for a comfy window seat banquette for eat-in convenience," said Houselogic. You'll need 20 to 24 inches of depth to create a window seat with enough room for cushions along the back."
Go up top
Make use of that abandoned and vast space above your shelves by having step stools in reach to make that hard-to-reach spot more accessible and motivate you to use it more often. Place zippered or lid boxes on that spot to store your things and make your space clutter free.
Redo your closet
A trip to a home design store could help you create more space and save you from spending dollars on a custom closet. To double the number of clothes that you can store in your closet, install a rod halfway and instantly have two layers of hanging space instead of just one.
Create a home office in a closet
Since you have created more space for shoes and bags by vacuum-sealing your linens and winter clothes, you now have a place to keep an organized space for your printer, papers, and files.
"A little-used closet is the ideal command center for a home-based business," said houselogic. "This tucked-away office features an inexpensive desk ($100 to $300) as the main work surface. If things get messy, you can simply close the door. Chalkboard paint ($15 per quart) surrounds the door frame for quick don't-forget messages."
Under the bed
Keep your rarely used or seasonal items neatly stored under your bed so they don't have to get in the way of things you use more often. For accessibility, go for wheeled roller carts when storing items in that spot.
