TIPS for keeping your KITCHEN ORGANIZED and FUNCTIONAL

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[susannovak]

The opening shot of your new white kitchen made me realize how much cleaner and brighter that color change made! Although I liked the green, I much prefer the white. And I love kitchen drawers. When I refaced our kitchen, I had drawers built in to all of the lower cabinets. What a game changer!

[akinokusami]

As a single guy, I never thought about putting my fancy toaster & kettle, which I rarely use, away into one of the cabinets to make space in my tiny kitchen. So obvious!🤦🏾‍♂️

[MyFocusVaries]

Your kitchen organization choices really add to the aesthetic. I really appreciate that you consider where you use items when deciding where to store them. People who randomly shove things in cupboards give me the shivers.

[kristinj]

Ooh, I love those hidden drawers. What a great idea for maximizing the space.

[heidimeigs]

Dear Benita, I have always had some issues with organizing a kitchen with a lot of upper cabinets. I am only 5 ft tall, even now at 65 yrs old….I haven’t started the shrinking that little old ladies sometimes do. Until just the last few yrs I would just climb up onto the counters….literally….to reach the top cabinets. Now I’m more conscious of possibly falling and breaking a bone. I’ve started drastically reducing my possessions so I don’t have as much in my kitchen as I used to. I’m hoping to possibly one day have empty top shelves in my upper cabinets. 🤞🏼. I enjoy watching you, I always come away with a new way to think about something. I hope springtime is lovely there in Stockholm and you are enjoying a little more sunlight now. ☀️. Hej da from Alabama, 🇺🇸

[catgrandmaever]

Well, I guess you proved me wrong. I really liked your green kitchen cabinets because they were such a pretty color and different from the usual white. However, the white cabinets really brighten the room more than I ever thought possible. Great choice and thank you for teaching me so many great home ideas.

[beaterose]

Oh, I love that hidden draw idea! Such a beautiful, functional kitchen!

[williamclark]

❤The drawers within drawers are genius. Often there is so much wasted space between cabinet drawers. Just like you I line up my dishes and also store dry goods in uniform (glass) containers when I bring them home. It really does make such a difference in appearance and ease of locating things.

[timothyglover]

I love everything about your kitchen. The white cabinets minus the knobs and pulls looks so amazing and streamline.

[danielharmon]

Love these tips! Though as a home cook, I don't recommend spices being placed above the stovetop (I know that's such a convenient spot and you are protecting them from direct light) but heat rises and will quickly degrade the taste.

[rosemarywilliams]

When you first moved in and wanted to change the cabnet I thought omg so much money BUT you made the right choices. Like we have to live in our homes 24/7 so might as well love every part of it and make things work for you. Great JOB👏👏👏👏👏

[SusanBame]

Interesting: I was emptying out one of my kitchen drawers this morning and putting back only what I want to keep, and ran across your video.

[amandasymon]

Clear labels! I need some 👊 I also do not enjoy cooking but I do not like to eat junk food. You make me feel better about myself. I am also happiest when everything has an allocated home and kept in an orderly fashion. Love your channel - thank you ❤️

[doveandolive]

Well organized kitchen cupboards and drawers Benita! I liked the idea of a small container (bins) to hold the jars of herbs and spices as it keeps things clean yet easy to access and utilizes the space very well. I cook all the time but this might be a great space saver for me as I currently have a 3 tier shelf added on 2 shelves in cupboard to see the jars but all the space underneath is wasted. Love the hidden smaller drawers within a larger drawer - amazing! All great tips Benita thanks for sharing!

[ic]

Thanks for a glimpse into your new kitchen. Very clever designs having two drawers ‘nested’ - keeps the outside look uniform. It’s a stunning space. I’m glad you’re happy in your new home.

[HOUSEOFHER]

Always inspiring, thank you, Benita. I have such drawer envy! Mine are few, old and so hard to open I put things in them I rarely use. Such a waste of space but as a renter I make sacrifices. Also, I have a tip for people who want to display their storage containers and spice jars but may not want to see the labels: I label mine on the bottom and will often add the expiration date. This method keeps things looking clean visually but I still know what everything is and when it's passed its prime. I have a label maker but I also keep a roll of masking tape and a Sharpie in my kitchen and will often handwrite my labels. Since they are on the bottom it doesn't matter to me how neat they look. Happy organizing, everyone!

[janeb]

So many of your suggestions for the kitchen are transferrable to other rooms/spaces in a home. Another great video, Benita!

[Voeris]

What a modern, chill kitchen ❤enjoy it! (also I really like the smoothness of motion of your drawers)

[tinalemna]

Benita, you have the perfect kitchen! I kept rewatching to see how it all goes together. I’m going to look at your Amazon store to see if your canisters etc are listed. Thank you!

[traceybeaumont]

Love your kitchen. I recently tackled my awkward corner cupboard and it’s so much better since I organised it with baskets that pull out and contain similar items. I also did the dreaded container drawer. Feels so much calmer now it’s organised