| How to keep organized and stylish in a small space. | | | | frames with hooks and a shelf for added storage, and |
| Moving into a dorm and trying to figure out where you | | | | a place for your keys. |
| will put everything? Are you wondering how you can | | | | Study space- The study space is a very important |
| give such a small space plenty of style? Here are | | | | area to keep organized. Most likely, you will have a |
| plenty of ideas for storage and style, especially if you | | | | small desk. Try having stackable storage underneath |
| are a college student on a budget. | | | | the desk, (leaving room for the chair to be tucked in) to |
| The most important thing about living in a dorm is | | | | keep papers, various computer supplies, or office |
| keeping organized. Since you may be sharing a dorm | | | | supplies. Remember, again, use the wall! The space on |
| with a room mate, it will be important to keep your | | | | the wall above the desk can be used to hang cubes |
| things separated and in places where they are easy | | | | or shelves. |
| to locate. Plus, you will want to respect the fact that it | | | | Of course it isn't just about organization, but also style! |
| is their space too, and will want to keep it free of | | | | Many types of bedding come in bags which include all |
| clutter. (Lets just hope your room mate keeps that in | | | | the pieces that you will need. Once you choose the |
| mind as well!) College life is quite an adjustment, and | | | | colors or patterns that you will want for your room, |
| having a cluttered space will make it hard to | | | | you can add throw pillows or window treatments to |
| concentrate, and could make you late if you are | | | | coordinate. Also, using a bed skirt is a great idea to |
| spending your time frantically searching for things that | | | | hide the extra storage area underneath your bed. |
| you need. | | | | One thing to keep in mind when you decorate your |
| Here are some organization ideas; | | | | dorm, is to include things that add personal touches |
| Closet organizing- As small as this space is, be smart | | | | that remind you of home. Since your dorm is really |
| about utilizing all the space that you possibly can. Use | | | | your home away from home, try placing pictures with |
| closet organizing systems which hang up, and have | | | | decorative frames on the wall, or wall decals with a |
| separated spaces for storage. Some systems have a | | | | favorite inspirational quote. If you find that you are |
| place for hanging your clothes, and shelves, shoe | | | | running out of room for all of your photos, a digital |
| racks, or totes for added storage. | | | | photo frame is a great way to have many photos in |
| The space under your bed- Using this space can | | | | one place. Try adding a cork board to pin up other |
| provide a lot of storage. Using totes, plastic bins with | | | | memorabilia such as cards, photos, or messages. |
| lids, or storage that is specifically designed for storing | | | | Try to find a nice rug that will coordinate with your |
| shoes under your bed. Also, a great idea for added | | | | decor to add color and style. This will also provide a |
| space under your bed are bed lifts. These are blocks | | | | warm comfortable area to walk on. |
| that go under each leg of your bed and keep them in | | | | Even if your space is small, there are many ways to |
| place securely. They will raise your bed so that you | | | | add space and style! Using these tips will help eliminate |
| can put larger items underneath. Having this extra | | | | clutter and give you a space with your own style. The |
| space would really be nice for stackable storage. | | | | last thing you need is a cluttered space that is too |
| The walls- Since the space is limited by the dimensions | | | | overwhelming to keep your concentration, and make |
| of the room, use the space that you have on the | | | | you late for class because you are too busy searching |
| walls! Adding shelves, cubes, or CD racks which hang | | | | your room for the things you need to start your day. |
| securely to the wall, will really provide much needed | | | | Surround yourself with memories of home too so that |
| space for CD's, books, or photos. Also, a cork board | | | | you can have familiar things around to make yourself |
| or calender is nice for reminders or photos. Use photo | | | | comfortable! |