Organising space in a micro-apartment – where should you start?

Over the years, we all collect different things. Some people are very sentimental about their belongings and, for various reasons, do not want to throw them away. Most of us also have those “just in case” items. We collect sports equipment, seasonal items, Christmas decorations and other belongings that we only use for a small part of the year, but still do not want to get rid of.

So where should you keep all these things without completely cluttering your flat? This is where Less Mess Storage can help. We offer self storage units in a range of sizes, so you can choose the storage space that suits your needs. Storage units at Less Mess Storage provide a high level of security, supported by modern security systems, CCTV and individual access codes.

Living in a micro-apartment requires good organisation. It is worth planning the furniture layout and dividing the space into zones. Choose multifunctional furniture that helps you save space. Beds with built-in storage, sofa beds, storage pouffes and fold-out tables can all work very well. Furniture that reaches up to the ceiling is also a good choice, as it allows you to make the most of the available space.

Make sure every centimetre is used wisely. If your bed does not have built-in storage, buy boxes that can slide underneath it. Use the walls too: shelves, rails and hooks can become your best allies. When living in a small flat, it is worth introducing a more minimalist approach. Fewer things mean more space to live.

Storing things in a small flat – the “one in, one out” rule

When living in a small space, it is worth following the “one in, one out” rule. This method means that every time you buy something new, you throw away, give away or sell one older item. As a result, the number of things in your flat stays at a similar level.

This helps you keep order and avoid unnecessary accumulation. However, there are some things that are difficult to limit, even though they take up valuable space. These include, above all, sports equipment such as a bike, roller skates, ice skates or a snowboard, as well as seasonal items and occasional decorations. If you are running out of space to store your bike in winter or your skis after the season, self storage can be the ideal solution.

What is worth storing outside a small flat?

Not everything you use only for a small part of the year has to be kept at home. Which items are worth storing outside your flat?

• seasonal items, such as Christmas decorations, winter clothes, beach accessories and garden furniture
• sports equipment, such as a bike, snowboard, skis or kayak
• items used only a few days a year, such as suitcases, tents and sleeping bags
• documents
• keepsakes

You do not need to have these items constantly to hand, yet they can take up a lot of space. Storing them at Less Mess Storage can help you save space in your flat and make it much easier to keep everything tidy.