Many homes have staircases with unused space beneath. Quite often cupboards are installed under stairs which are used for nothing more than hiding away clutter. However, there are many other creative solutions as to how you can use this space. Below are just a few examples of different ways to use that space under the stairs.
Downstairs bathroom
There could be enough space under your stairs to add a tiny bathroom. Look for a top rated plumbing company that can install a toilet and sink basin beneath. To save space, consider options like wall-mounted toilets and corner sinks. It may even be possible to add a shower to some under stairs spaces by turning the entire room into a wetroom. Having this extra bathroom could help reduce queues for the bathroom in the morning if you have a big family.
Cloakroom
The space under the stairs could be the perfect place to add a cloakroom to organize coats. You could install multiple hooks on the walls to provide space for lots of jackets. You could also store shoes here on a shoe rack. This can prevent you having to clutter up the hall with jackets and shoes.
Kitchen pantry
Kitchen pantries are small walk-in cupboards used for storing all kinds of ingredients and kitchenware. The space under the stairs could make the perfect location for installing a pantry – particularly if your kitchen is not far from the stairs. Those who love their cooking are most likely to benefit from a pantry. If you have a tiny kitchen with few cabinets, you could also find that a pantry is helpful.
Wine cellar
Love your wine? The space under the stairs could make a perfect mini wine cellar. Here you’ll have plenty of space for wine racks to store an array of bottles. You could also store other alcoholic beverages here and keep them locked away.
Pet hideaway
If you’ve got a dog, the space under the stairs could be a great location for placing their bed and crate. It could serve as their own little room to escape to when they want to sleep. You can also keep all of their toys here too. The space under the stairs could alternatively be used as a home for other pets – rodent cages, fish tanks or reptile vivariums could all be placed here.
Bookshelves
Avid bookworms could consider turning the space under their stairs into shelving for books. If you’ve already got bookcases in other rooms, relocating all your books to under the stairs could free up space in these rooms. It may even be possible to build a reading nook in some under-the-stairs spaces, giving you a private space to sit and read.
Kids’ den
The space under the stairs could alternatively be turned into a den for kids to hang out and play. You could store toys and books here. There may even be space for a TV and console. Ask your child to help you come up with ideas for a den so that they appreciate the space.
