Asked on Mar 08, 2015
Open kitchen needs more storage -- hang from high ceiling?
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Karen
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I've got one of those open kitchens that mean only one short wall of cabinets. I've been debating about suspending from the ceiling either glass shelves or even tiered baskets. But the ceiling slopes and is about 20 feet high over the island containing sink and dishwasher. I can use toggle-type bolts, or possibly tie into the overhead trusses by going up into the attic ... but keep wondering if I'd like the effect. I'm using all the other tricks I've found on this site and others to increase storage, but still coming up short.
11 answers
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I had the same problem...hardly any storage at all. I purchased an old armoire, painted it and added shelves. Also if your kitchen is large enough, you might could possibly add an island, giving you not only more storage but counter top space as well. Old TV entertainment cabinets make good storage too. An old dresser with mirror taken off and a nice counter top add to it makes a great inexpensive island.
Fran McCarty
on Mar 09, 2015
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It would help if you showed pics of your kitchen and dimensions of the room.
Dale
on Mar 09, 2015
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Perhaps look into garage storage solutions, wherethings can be stored up high, yet pulled down easily when needed. Items used only occasionally could be stored that way. Could possible use attractive baskets or boxes on these movable shelves.
PainterNoni
on Mar 09, 2015
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I miss the chef's rack I had in a previous home. If the rack you create is attractive and well secured, I say go for it!
Barbara Votik
on Mar 09, 2015
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you can go online and do a 'google search' to view on pinterest probably 'ceiling hung glass shelving' to view ideas.
Carolyn
on Mar 09, 2015
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Yes....it would help to have a picture of the room
Elizabeth
on Mar 09, 2015
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When I moved to a smaller home, I was really pinched for room in my kitchen. So, having some space in the dinette area, I kept the armoire I already had, and changed it into a beverage station, small kitchen appliance and extra baking dish, bowls and etc. storage unit. Amazing how much it holds!
Mad About Design
on Mar 09, 2015
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For pots and pans that can hang, consider a hanging rack, like this one in the kitchen. Your mother may not be able to reach it but you may and the chains are adjustable. Also, consider what she really needs and store the rest in a basement, garage or other room. Consider giving away duplicate items. Is your mother willing to compromise considering the lack of space?
Liliana Wells
on Mar 09, 2015
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How about hanging a wooden ladder horizontally? You could use large "S" hooks to hang pots, lights, plants, etc. under, and a piece of plexiglass on top (smaller than the inside dimension of the ladder to accommodate the "S" hooks) to hold seldom used things that Mom still needs to see are there.
Wendyl
on Mar 10, 2015
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@ Wendy, I love that idea! We just moved into a new home and I feel like I'm hosting a tv food show when I'm working at the counter...something overhead would make it a little cozier!
Nancy McKechnie
on Mar 10, 2015
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Thanks to everyone who took the time to share your thoughts. They've helped me think in more detail about WHY I thought of doing this, what I really need space for, and how else I might solve the problem ... maybe even take the plunge to change the counter and build a partial wall after all. It could match the height of adjacent wall that encloses pantry and fridge ... and maybe the upper "deck" of granite could be salvaged to extend the counter I'd be leaving alone. Hmmmm .... thanks to all for the inspiration!
Karen
on Mar 10, 2015
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