We’re always looking for ways to sneak more storage out of small spaces, and as I was sitting in my office the other day, staring off into space instead of writing, I happened to notice that there was a surprising amount of room behind the door. By my best guess, there’s at least eight inches of perfectly good space between the door and the wall, and it could definitely fit a few narrow shelves or a thin bookcase, which would be prime for stashing office supplies, phone chargers… that sort of thing. Had I unlocked something revolutionary here?
Turns out, I’m not the first person to think of using the space behind doors for storage. “Behind-the-door storage is a creative way to take advantage of every square inch possible,” says Louisa Roberts, professional organizer and owner of Neat Method NYC. “If you're lacking shelf, drawer, or closet space, an over-the-door organizer can be a clever way to instantly add storage. These storage solutions are also so easy to install and relatively affordable.”