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Whether you unload the dishwasher and refile your utensils haphazardly, accidentally double up on ingredients at the store, or shove all those pot lids in the back of the cabinet, kitchen messes can get overwhelming—fast. How do you keep them from getting out of control? We asked professional organizers from around the country to share their best kitchen organization hacks. Even if you don’t have a lot of cabinets to work with or the room’s layout has you constantly weighing the pros and cons of undergoing a full renovation, you can still make the most of the storage space you do have....

Your pantry might not seem like one of the most personal places, but few spots give quite a window into your daily life. The staples you always have on hand, the treats that you keep tucked away for when the mood strikes, and the tools you collect to maintain order in the rest of your space are reflective of the way you inhabit your home. And that’s why, sometimes, a cookie-cutter system may not work for you—a pantry organization DIY might be necessary. Whether you have a massive collection of dry goods that you use to keep up your baking...

We already knew that Amber Lewis’s brand-new kitchen would be one for the books (see: her recently revealed marble integrated sink), but design aside, we’re also getting plenty of organization ideas from the still-in-progress space. The designer tapped Life in Jeneral founder Jen Robin to help get the room in tip-top shape. Armed with budget-friendly finds (hello, the Container Store) and smart storage solutions, the duo came up with a finished product that fits both Lewis’s sleek style and the practical needs of her family. “Our pantry gets picked through all day long, so we needed something with a bit...

Self-quarantine has forced a lot of us to reacquaint ourselves with and reevaluate our belongings—and not just because it’s spring cleaning season. No longer are we able to turn a blind eye to the kitchen junk drawer, the knee-high laundry pile, or the thick layer of dust accumulating on the bookshelf. With time on our hands and our full attention at the ready, organizing is inevitable.  So where should you even start and what should you prioritize? We asked four experts what tasks they’re tackling while homebound—because you know they’re staying busy. “Pro organizers are type A’s by nature, so...

We already knew that Amber Lewis’s brand-new kitchen would be one for the books (see: her recently revealed marble integrated sink), but design aside, we’re also getting plenty of organization ideas from the still-in-progress space. The designer tapped Life in Jeneral founder Jen Robin to help get the room in tip-top shape. Armed with budget-friendly finds (hello, the Container Store) and smart storage solutions, the duo came up with a finished product that fits both Lewis’s sleek style and the practical needs of her family. “Our pantry gets picked through all day long, so we needed something with a bit...