Sometimes life gets messy, and if you are anything like me, that mess can definitely accumulate in your bathroom. Space is a limited resource in the bathroom, and it feels like you can’t ever get enough of it. At Clayton, we know these struggles, so we look for opportunities to add great storage and organization options right into the design of our homes. With built-in options and adding storage in unique ways, we hope your day-to-day life can be a little easier.

Check out a few of my favorite storage features for your bathroom!

1. Open Vanity Storage

Open storage in a vanity gives you a unique solution to add space. You’re not confined to just drawer space, leaving it available for large items such as towels or baskets to hold your necessities without the cluttered look. And allowing you to be creative about how to use the space provides flexibility to meet your needs over the lifetime of your home.

2. Shelves or Linen Closet

By adding linen closets and built-in shelves to many of the nooks in our home’s bathrooms, we’re taking advantage of space that might not be used otherwise. And incorporating these into the design of a home from the start creates designated space for towels and necessities the day you move in, so you don’t have to find an expensive or time consuming solution on your own.

3. Bathtub Shelves

In a bathroom with a standalone or built-in tub, the wall space has potential to provide additional storage solutions. Incorporating shelves or cubbies in this area makes it convenient to store towels, washcloths, soaps, shampoos or even decor to create the ultimate relaxing retreat.

4. Built-in Vanity

We want you to take advantage of all space available in your home’s bathroom, which is why we offer models that include a built-in vanity with a mirror and drawers. This will provide additional counter space so you can do your hair, make-up or organize your items for your morning routine, even if your partner is brushing their teeth at the same time. And depending on the layout of your bedroom and bathroom space, a built-in vanity can even make a handy home office nook.

5. Walk-in Closet

Having a walk-in closet is a luxury you can afford with a Clayton home! Walk-in closets are great for storage because they’re typically tucked off the primary suite and can help you free up more wall space, or closet space in the rest of your home. Some of our walk-ins are even in the bathroom, so you can use them for both clothing and bathroom storage, and have easy access when you’re getting ready in the mornings!

There you have it, five of my favorite bathroom storage options offered in our Clayton homes. We are always looking for ways to make our homeowners’ lives better, and easier, with our design options and features. And if you’re looking for more great ways to get the most out of your space, you can check out the Homeownership section of our Studio blog for organization tips for each room, design trends and more!