How to aesthetically fill awkward spaces with storage (cheap & easy)

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[@MissMusicQueen101]

Meanwhile, my boring ass just goes ✨Trash can✨

[@katla_phc]

Similarly, I just make it an extra blanket and pillow storage space (roll up the blankets and squish as needed) lol

[@1000colours]

Literally 😂 either that or I'd turn it into a hiding spot for the cats by just tilting a piece of cardboard there or something.

[@b1rbbbbb]

I always put recycling/trash bins or laundry bins in extra empty spots. Works for me lol. And CD holders, tables… any other random furniture I have in my house ends up in random places like these

[@yanasto]

lol my first and last thought

[@Kilsiko]

I’d put a cat bed or plushies

[@nearanfel]

Am I the only one that just would move the table in the middle? 😂

[@yurbby]

RIGHT! It aligns better with the posters too!

[@MsBigact]

Same

[@lillianpark90]

I think it’s built it

[@lillianpark90]

Nvm it’s not lol yeah I would do that too

[@xoxo_love_livi]

no but then i would be annoyed that there are two gaps on either side of the table 😭

[@ThingsILove2266]

I used this in my kitchen but never thought to use it in my bedroom. Brilliant.

[@allisonjex4885]

Yes! By the fridge!!

[@zahidafatima3951]

I would put a plant in the gap...it might look aesthetic

[@kareninalabama]

I had to use mine in the bathroom for storage opposite the toilet; it was a very narrow room, so even traditional shelves on the wall would have been too wide. (The trays are just wide & long enough to hold 4 rolls of TP. 😉) But when I get my next place, I think it will be great in the kitchen as a spice rack.

[@lynettamurdoch5443]

Great idea if you’re desperate for storage! But otherwise, there’s no need to cover every inch of wall space with something. Just center the table.

[@akikom1331]

That's what I was thinking. Why didn't they just center the desk and give the space some symmetrical breathing room.

[@phoenixjklin]

Honestly, centering the table would make it a pain to vacuum. Those gaps would absolutely be a haven for dust bunnies. Not to mention that, at least in my opinion, it’d look even more cramped with only a sliver of space on either side. If there was a bit more space, centering it would make sense, but with what they’re working with I don’t think it’d look good at all. Leaving it like it is and maybe hanging up a plant of something in the empty corner would let it breathe way more than centering it. Of course that’s just my opinion.

[@Kyiecutie]

Yup.

[@spacebar9733]

@@phoenixjklin that was my thought. For a vanity you need to clean a lot more.

[@haldouglas4773]

that's what the nozzle on the vacuum is for.​@@phoenixjklin

[@tellijelli]

Btw yall you should absolutely have a couple inches clearance on either side of both your washer and dryer. They shake around a lot and if they dont have enough space they will break prematurely. Edit for clarity: when I say "shaking a lot" I don't mean it's shaking around like there's an earthquake. I mean it's going to shake a little bit every time you run it, which means that overall your washer/dryer does shake a lot OVER TIME. If your w/d is shaking heavily during a load, try not to over fill it or contact an appliance repair tech.

[@jumjum114]

really good to know thanks!!

[@PeaceOfMake]

If your washer and dryer shake a lot you need to get it fixed instead of leaving space around them.

[@jasminejackson6826]

​@@PeaceOfMake They do shake somewhat, at least the washer. With the force it's using to agitate the water and clothes it tends to jiggle a little. New washers without the agitator don't as much though.

[@MaloneyFarrahn]

Sounds like someone is overloading the washing machine or putting more clothes on one side than the other, creating that unbalanced shaking when it spins

[@PeaceOfMake]

@jasminejackson6826 Jiggle is not "shaking a lot".

[@colo_xxe]

If you don’t feel like doing all of that,(All jokes!) just put a fake plant. It fills up a good amount of space, but if you’re in need of extra storage definitely do this! Edit- Thanks for the likes peeps!

[@ChatwinATC]

this is also a great way to add some color. I do NOT understand this white/beige/grey trend. Gimme alllll the colors!

[@s.r6331]

​@@ChatwinATCthe sad beige mom trend. Lol hate that trend

[@spacebar9733]

It would look squished I think. The plant would have to be small and thin but simultaneously tall.

[@colo_xxe]

@@spacebar9733 your opinion, if the space is quite small and wouldn’t be able to fit a plant, I’d just use a trash can or something like that to fill up space.

[@elisemayesem]

A climbing vine would look great

[@pandaescarlate7268]

THE TINY KITTEN AAAAAH

[@Ana-ho8dy]

The most precious little thing

[@hello1868]

I thought this said kitchen so I rewatched the vid like 4 times being like “what kitchen??” 😭😭

[@soapymarshmallow]

I had the same reaction😭😭

[@hanjis5894]

My room is like this. I put a small waste bin there. You could also choose to center the desk against the wall to even the gap. In my opinion, filling up the whole wall with stuff can make your room look smaller. It also makes it harder to move things when cleaning.

[@monito3575]

Excatly. Growing up in a house filled with nonsensical items I need SPACE. A full house is just suffocating

[@jandoel]

Either that or a floor lamp. I like having a secondary light source when I do my makeup.

[@y-tiplex]

or add a plant as others have been saying. a little greenery goes a long way to make something feel fresh

[@Sophie_luvscookies]

She could also use a really long lamp!

[@user-ry6jj6kx2s]

Yess. Tall, pretty lamp. Slightly shorter pretty plant in front of lamp. Something interesting that isn't just more white furniture

[@worstusernameintheworld9871]

exactly, soft lighting really improves the ambiance of a room while also filling unwanted gaps. If that's not an option, she can just put a trash can there or just move the table to the center, it's much easier to clean the room if there's less things taking up space

[@aarishowton8037]

I would put the table back in the middle and put a trash can on the left and a fake plant on the right. I actually found a very narrow trash can on Amazon that would fit perfectly there even with the table in the middle, I keep it in front of my floor-length mirror and it fits perfectly between my counter and this little shelf ❤

[@AmazingRebel23]

I could never buy a fake plant when real ones are cheap and actually produce food

[@AIPickless]

Trashcans work really well 🗑️

[@avocadoPie.]

Or just........ Put a trash bin😅

[@Astrid_.31]

THATS WHAT I SAID

[@isabel2186]

The lil kitten in the example foto :) ✨

[@pde8444]

I love the cat that comes with the counter!

[@Julika7]

But bear in mind that fridges and freezers need space to "breath".

[@meawtown]

More options - 1. put a slim decor vase with dried flowers / put a hanging weeping plant. 2. Put a coat hanger 3. Install a floor lamp / hanging lamp 4. Move the table to the centre. Add a bigger mirror on wall at centre with good frame… now gap between is way less and not a eye sore. If the gap still bothers then you can get a custom ply/mdf / glass / marble top made to fit the space.

[@vithevee]

THAT WAS YOUR KITCHEN VIDEO?? IT’S GENIUS

[@itsmattq]

put it in the middle. I personally love centering and symmetry :)

[@Mercieeeeee]

I'd center it and do that space saving hack on both sides.

[@EvieEdits13]

I was thinking that, until I realized that it’s built into the wall 😂

[@Mercieeeeee]

@@EvieEdits13 the desk is built into the wall? Aww

[@EvieEdits13]

@@Mercieeeeee exactly what I said 😭

[@halfdeadhomo2967]

​@@EvieEdits13But the person was talking about moving the desk to the midde?

[@laurarosewallcarucci5707]

I would just center it in the cut out..

[@Celestiana06]

Okay, alternative to removing one of an image set. Put the images in a 2x2 formation. Would suit the asymmetrical vibe more while filling the wall space better.

[@claraberry6221]

I have a storage cart between my washer and dryer that my mom gave me when she redid her laundry room and I LOVE it. I use it to hold extra detergent, dryer sheets, fabric spray, my iron, extra hand soaps and bulk soap, tea towels and wash cloths, and a few other things. It’s amazing it holds a lot and fits perfectly .

[@ff-zo2nk]

I LOVE my yamazaki roll out storage carts. they are chef's kiss.

[@mrs.e3527]

My first thought was PLANT

[@rmcfeeley1012]

I'd also personally suggest as another option adding something tall like a big plant, a lamp, or even a trashcan if it works in the room:)

[@Sproutmotherwillowstorm]

That would be so cute though

[@rad573]

You can move one of the images to the wall on the right. I love having wall art run across the corner.

[@PaniniDev]

I loved how you added the visuals !!!

[@elizabethconley4996]

Target also had them. $40 but it's slim enough to fit into most spaces

[@nayelisgarden1234]

This sounds like a perfect thing to do in a bathroom with a small bathroom vanity that’s has a lot of space on either side. Either this or a tall but skinny bookshelf

[@sadist8902]

Easy fix for your desk: measure the space you plan to put it in, then get a desk the right size or bigger so you can cut and adjust. My wall is an awkward length and needs a custom size, I just bought 2 desks, put them together, cut a bit off (there’s also pipes on that wall so that was also cut) and painted the side. (I could’ve gotten a huge dining table as well but that would spread out too wide and not fit a chair. A long enough desk to just fit 1 would’ve costed me HUNDREDS more).

[@amazingme894]

She should center it because the images are centered too

[@kindlelight]

The desk and especially mirror being off-center would annoy me a heck of a lot more than a gap lol

[@user-ou1ui3dy1g]

I like free space, I don’t think it’s a waste. For me, having space gives me more space to think because my mind isn’t so busy all the time

[@user-wo7xt7uj2j]

Just put a huge gorgeous plant in such "empty" spaces, plants always look fascinating and make the room way more cozy!

[@KrishnaCay]

Wow! So clever and easy to make it look built in, thank you!! 🤗

[@SheilaR.08]

I like what you did with the kitchen gap, but for that desk/vanity, I'd just center it. I think it would look nicer.

[@kareninalabama]

Oh my gosh, I have that same storage rack that I bought for my super narrow bathroom, but I never thought about turning into a built-in like that. What a great idea! It wouldn't have worked in my bathroom because the long side was against the wall, not the short side. But when I find a new place, I'll definitely keep this DIY in mind. I love the cart; I think it would make a great spice rack in the kitchen.

[@ThePrincessPrinciple]

I was thinking a plant but I like your idea more lol 😂 👏🏽

[@joanaborges9450]

This DYI is absolutely genius! Thank you for sharing your tips :)

[@Ivebeenhavindreams]

That’s a fantastic idea, Emily. Love the creativity!

[@R1PCH41N_FR3NZY]

the brainrot is so strong 😭 i heard that scream and for some reason was convinced for a good second it would suddenly cut to katamari

[@jarrita6172]

I did too but the song in the background of this scream seems like swan Lake

[@Ren11177]

That kitten is a cutiepie❤

[@jadeywadey9821]

Finally, good advice on the internet

[@karynsuepohlmeier2109]

I love those storage carts. I have several.

[@skipperringo]

These gaps always get to me, I was so happy when my desk fit PERFECTLY in a space and was even aligned with an outlet directly behind it

[@kazekirion]

the little cat stole my heart omg

[@_xxdisgraceyxx_]

asmr room tour and tingles with random stuff in your room ❤

[@daisykid3]

I have the perfect spot in my kitchen for a cart like that, great idea!!

[@PastelBrushes-n-Donuts]

Love this idea! Thank you for sharing.

[@chelseaw9009]

Subscribed. Genius. Low effort. Looks great. This is the sort of functional and attractive DIY I enjoy - and doing stuff like this (although my ideas are not as smart!) has made me increasingly comfortable with more advanced buildy projects ❤

[@completionprocessworks9159]

This is actually very helpful 😮❤

[@moniquewitcher5033]

Excellent tip Ty

[@krysdekel]

Excellent!!!! This suggestion was so satisfying.

[@barbaravenuh]

Please make this into a series where you give advice on storage/decor/DIY!

[@Snoopy-qe7kt]

Wow! An actual great idea on one of these diy videos.

[@rrdcreates]

This is so good!

[@LL-zb3dl]

This is absolutely brilliant!!

[@mrripplefluff]

The sims players: THE AUTHORITY

[@Helloo242]

Can't wait to try this! Thanks for the inspiration 😊

[@bluekidmiha778]

perfect space for the guitar

[@sitcom-fan]

I like gaps 😭 it adds a little fun asymmetry

[@SNUPE_FOXX92]

I would personally put a minimalist corner lamp near the vanity

[@nangel270]

Great solution. Thanks.

[@triggerfish9967]

Life is hard enough as it is that I don't ever want this to feel like a problem.

[@francesrosado9288]

I like this idea!

[@milkii_tea]

industry baby is all that’s gonna be playing in my head by the end of this shit

[@thecrunchyvacuumASMR]

I see a perfect place to stack books. 🤩

[@colesuqs]

It does help! This is brilliant!

[@jens.4858]

Great ideas, thank you! :)

[@OlivesOily]

Cluttered is goooood

[@user-nw5ml7lr2b]

Having something as small as this being something that could make me crazy is a bucket list life goal for me !!!!!! U rich shallow ungratefuls !!!!!!😮

[@teddyscloset9399]

Oh yeahhh we used a storage cart for our bathroom sink since it has abit of space between that and the wall

[@kaye_go_moo9790]

I pushed my dresser further from my wall. Not only can I access the fancy lil jewlry slider, but I have space for my laundry basket 😊

[@ScottBrady06]

I’d put a house plant 🪴

[@ninawoodlin]

This is wonderful advice thank you!

[@heylana719]

That's a really good idea

[@Black2bProud]

Geniusssss ! Love this idea

[@gmoney9677]

That was a really great solution wow

[@trinaeverett4512]

I love this idea.❤

[@pplzprincess]

uhhh amazing - you're brilliant! you've just solved a 6 month issue in my kitchen

[@xoxo_maggie]

i thought we was talking abt posters! at that point just move it to the center 😭

[@Moneymadekid]

You goated for this hack!!

[@ShoujoJo-us3py]

I love little plants in blank spaces!

[@JewelBlueIbanez]

It’s even more fun when there’s a furnace vent there so you can’t cover it.

[@lovemylittledog780]

Good for you! Very ingenious! Great idea

[@hellskitchenkritterandfrie3372]

This is helpful! Thanks

[@barbaradoye1989]

Very good idea! Thank you for sharing! Take care!😀

[@wistful_woodlands]

You could also put a pretty plant!

[@Dianne327]

Watching this I said out loud, “Oh wow, that’s pretty genius.” 😅

[@jadebanana]

You need clearance around freestanding fridges as well as washers and dryers so maybe double check the user manual before to make sure it can have things flush against it

[@emeraldc.8796]

Thank you, this helps. I've got that gap in between my washer & dryer as well. 💖😊

[@sarahj8782]

Yes! Brilliant! Thank you!

[@ediewolff3764]

Fantastic tip!

[@rahelehfarhadi952]

Love this idea!! ❤

[@kgrim024]

You’re so genius

[@CryssNPink]

THANK YOUU!!!

[@TheBrokenRobot]

For this to I'd probably just add a bin. You've gotta put one somewhere in the room and that's a good space where it's less unsightly but also reachable while seated.

[@tracy3418]

That's awesome!!

[@c.daoust1502]

Good ideas!!😊