The start of spring usually signals that it's time for a clear out, but your stuff still needs a place to call home. The back of a chair is not a wardrobe. Here's 16 genius storage solutions that actually look great too.

Living Space

Make storage work for you by using practical pieces as key design features within the room. If you're working with a small space, create feature walls with racks and shelves, or go for laddered shelving to add height and additional surface space. Go for industrial designs for optimum functionality and style that just won't date.

Kitchen

All the gear but nowhere to put it is the stuff of kitchen nightmares. Allocate a space for all your gadgets, utensils, books and bottles with just a couple of clever solutions to create a clean and organised space. Just the addition of your favourite cookbook on a stand and food storage jars on the work top will get you inspired to up your culinery skills and transform your kitchen.

Bedroom

If you have a floordrobe situation, it's time to reassess. Your bedroom should be a calming space where you're able to unwind, relax and leave any chaos at the door. Achieving this can be a real challenge - especially if you live with housemates or share your room with a partner. Go for dressers with added cupboard compartments, free-standing clothing racks for extra hanging space and an over-the-door shoe rack to get organised, effortlessly.

Bathroom

So many bottles, so little space. Traditionally the smallest room in any house, bathroom storage is essential. Add small shelves, multi-hook door racks and coordinating bathroom accessories to add practical but stylish accents to your space.