5 Ways to Use Storage Baskets Around Your Home
Storage baskets are one of the most versatile pieces you can add to your home. They help keep everyday items organised while also introducing warmth, texture and a relaxed, lived-in feel. Whether used for practical storage or purely decorative styling, a well-placed basket can quietly transform a space.
If you’re unsure where to start, here are five simple ways to use storage baskets throughout your home so they feel both useful and beautifully styled.
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1. Keep Living Rooms Tidy with a Basket Beside the Sofa
One of the most popular uses for a storage basket is beside the sofa. This placement feels natural, keeps essentials within reach and adds a cosy finishing touch to the room.
Use a basket here for:
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folded blankets or throws
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spare cushions
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magazines or books
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children’s toys
Choose a basket large enough to hold items comfortably but not so large that it dominates the seating area. A neatly folded throw or cushion slightly visible at the top helps the basket feel styled rather than purely practical.
Need more ideas? Read our How to Style Storage Baskets in the Living Room guide
2. Use Baskets Under Console Tables for Hidden Storage
The space under a console table is often overlooked, but it’s ideal for storage baskets. Placing one or two baskets underneath helps balance the furniture visually while keeping clutter neatly contained.
This works well in:
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hallways for scarves, bags or shoes
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living rooms for blankets or board games
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dining areas for table linens or accessories
To complete the look, style the console top with a vase, faux flowers or a candle holder for a simple layered display.
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3. Organise Open Shelving Without Making It Look Busy
Open shelving can easily feel cluttered if every item is visible. Storage baskets help keep shelves organised while maintaining a calm, decorative look.
Use baskets on shelves to:
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group smaller items together
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hide everyday essentials
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add texture alongside books and decor
For best results, mix baskets with decorative objects such as vases or greenery, and leave some shelves partially empty so the display feels balanced.
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4. Add Warmth to Bedrooms with Decorative Storage
Bedrooms benefit from storage that feels soft and unobtrusive. Natural woven baskets help keep the room tidy while adding a relaxed, calming texture.
Try using baskets for:
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spare bedding or throws
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cushions or blankets at the end of the bed
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accessories such as handbags or scarves
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laundry or folded clothes
Placing a basket at the end of the bed or beside a wardrobe keeps the room organised without introducing bulky furniture.
5. Make Hallways More Practical and Welcoming
Hallways are one of the easiest places for clutter to build up, but a simple basket can keep everyday essentials organised while helping the space feel more inviting.
A handled basket in the hallway can hold:
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reusable shopping bags
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dog leads or umbrellas
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scarves and gloves
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slippers or shoes
Placed beside a bench or under a console, it keeps items accessible while preventing the entrance from feeling messy.
Choosing the Right Basket for Each Use
When deciding which basket to use where, consider:
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size: large enough for the contents but proportionate to the room
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shape: round baskets soften spaces, rectangular baskets maximise storage
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material: natural woven textures tend to suit most interiors
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placement: ensure baskets don’t block walkways or feel squeezed in
If you’re unsure which size you need, this guide can help: Read our simple guide to choosing the right sized storage basket
Final Thoughts
Storage baskets are one of the simplest ways to keep your home organised while still feeling warm and relaxed. Start with one basket in the room that needs it most — beside the sofa, under a console or on shelving — and build from there as your storage needs grow.
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