Genius Storage Ideas From No Demo Reno's Jenn Todryk

Working storage into your space can be tricky without committing to a complete renovation. However, Jenn Todryk has shown off some brilliant, accessible ideas on her HGTV show, "No Demo Reno." Because she often works with a limited budget and strict renovation parameters, this has forced her to find creative home improvement solutions. It's no secret that many people struggle with finding space for storage. If you fall into the category of needing more nooks to hide your belongings, you can get inspired by Todryk's storage genius.

Whether your kitchen lacks cabinetry or your bathroom is overcrowded, she has various creative solutions. From repurposing your current furniture to taking advantage of an unexpected space, you can easily up your organization game. We've created a roundup of Jenn Todryk's most inspiring storage concepts from "No Demo Reno," so you can take your pick and adapt the tip that works for you.

Todryk is consistent with her love of built-ins, but this unit was particularly memorable. In Season 1, Episode 2, she constructed a storage unit that served as both a coffee bar and a mud room. The unique combination did double duty for a busy family. Todryk explained the design, saying (via YouTube), "On the opposite side of the kitchen, more counter space and storage, including a pop-out pantry and on the far wall a built-in storage area and a coffee nook beside a valet that will function as a mini mudroom."

A hall tree is a great alternative to a traditional mud room, as it allows you to store your belongings, put on shoes, and hang outerwear as soon as you step into the house. However, Todryk's unique concept is proof that this storage space doesn't have to be reserved for specific items. You can even use the unit to store dishes, appliances, and practically anything you can't fit in your kitchen. Fameill's Hall Tree includes hidden storage shelves and organizers. You can pair it with this complementary 4ever2buy's Farmhouse Coffee Bar to mimic Todryk's multi-functional piece.

Season 1, Episode 8, was proof that every inch of your home should be utilized, especially if you're lacking storage. Instead of filling in an awkward hole in the wall, Todryk turned it into a stylish storage unit with open shelving. She told the clients (via YouTube), "This was that hole and we filled it in to make it look like a built-in to where you could decorate it or put storage up there if you wanted to."

Awkward nooks throughout your home might be screaming to be turned into storage space. If you're searching for a simple way to make use of these indents and alcoves, floating shelves are a simple option. These Sorbus Floating Shelves come in five different colors and are easy to install according to user reviews. If you don't want to display your belongings on open shelves, you can opt for floating wall cabinets instead. For example, this TaoHFE Bathroom Wall Cabinet doesn't need to be considered exclusively for the bathroom. You can mount it in your living space as well. Another creative way to use your empty nook is to mount a piece like Kate and Laurel's Floating Side Table with Built-In Storage.

Todryk maximized the budget in Season 1, Episode 6, by repurposing the kitchen cabinets. During the kitchen renovation, she opted not to dispose of the lower kitchen storage unit. Instead, she repurposed it as a dining room hutch. "We salvaged these from the kitchen and I want to make it into a furniture piece for the dining room. Think hutch!" she told her contractor (via YouTube). This is a great no-waste way to add more storage.

Kitchen cabinets are typically expensive, and it can feel like a shame to throw away something so pricey, even if it looks dated. Todryk's idea to repurpose your old cabinets is brilliant, and it doesn't have to be limited to a dining room hutch. If you don't want to spend time refurbishing them, you can use them as organizational space in a less visible space like your garage. You can also turn them into a portable bar cart by attaching a plank to the bottom and wheels on each end, like GBL's Set of Four Casters. In order to remove your cabinets while preserving their integrity, don't forget to always remove the countertop and the cabinet doors before carefully detaching the wall screws or nails.

Season 1, Episode 4, showcased a playful storage solution tailored toward kids. Todryk took a small closet under the stairs and expanded it to create an area to store toys and books. It also served as a secret space for the children to play. She surprised the couple saying (per YouTube), "Y'all had a little bit of drywall separating where that closet goes under the stairs, right? So, we just pushed through that and then did the drywall on the other side ... Then, we gave it to the kids' space where they could have a little more room and more could fit in."

There are several clever ways to repurpose unused under-stairs space. As Todryk suggested, a kid-friendly hideaway is a great way to keep clutter at bay. She also mounted floating bookshelves, added wall decals, and hung a decorative pennant banner to create a whimsical atmosphere. You can buy these Fixwal Nursery Shelves for Children's Books along with these Jialitfun Floral Pennant Flags to recreate Todryk's under-stair space.

In Season 3, Episode 5, Todryk focused on "storage, style, and safety" in the bathroom. "Do you like the split vanities or are you okay if I move it down to one big one?" She asked the client (per YouTube). After the client excitedly agreed, she went down to one large vanity unit and created a single, long countertop with storage below. She also separated the two new sinks with a tower of drawers and shelving for additional storage.

Although the bathroom shown in the episode was relatively large, storage towers are a great way to add vertical storage in a compact space too. If you are working with a narrow wall, try placing this Tall Bathroom Storage Cabinet from Gizoon next to a smaller sink rather than trying to squeeze in large cabinetry underneath. For additional sneaky storage that won't take up horizontal space, consider turning wasted under-sink storage into a hidden toe-kick bathroom drawer.

In Season 3, Episode 1, Todryk swapped most of the kitchen cabinets for drawers to make organization easier. However, she didn't sacrifice the cabinets altogether. Instead, she created a built-in unit in the dining room with cabinets and shelving to store any overflow of kitchen items. She explained, "And then on that back wall, I want to do some kind of custom built-in that gives them a ton of extra storage and is a focal point for the room."

Jenn Todryk loves traditional kitchen design trends, and buffet cabinets date back to the early Renaissance. They are a timeless way to add more storage to your dining space. If you aren't able to repurpose your old cabinets as a storage unit, an affordable buffet cabinet can give you the storage space you're craving. They are a great space to store formal dishware that isn't used on a regular basis and that could get damaged in the back of a kitchen cabinet or drawer. This Wooden Buffet Cabinet from Fitueyes has glass doors if you want to display your occasion dishware.

Sometimes when there isn't enough space on a wall to add much-needed storage, getting rid of a door can be an unconventional solution. Todryk showcased this creative concept in the kitchen from Season 3, Episode 11. She clarified her plan, "I want to close in that doorway that goes into a guest bedroom and create a focal point for this kitchen instead." The finished wall included a large oven range and hood flanked by plenty of cabinets. Moving the range to the new wall also allowed her to add more storage in other areas.

Closing a doorway can be a great way to extend a wall that is interrupted. If you have a room with multiple entrances, removing a door can give you more wall space for furniture or storage. For DIY fanatics, you can fill your own doorway with drywall. Start by removing the door and its casing and framing the opening using wooden 2-by-4s. Attach pre-cut drywall sheets to the frame and then apply joint tape and joint compound to the seams. Make sure to sand the surface before adding paint and molding.

Randy, one of the clients in Season 3, Episode 2, loved his built-in desk adjacent to the kitchen. However, Randy's wife Kimmy and Todryk both agreed that the awkward space could be better utilized. In order to make it up to Randy, Todryk devised a plan that would make him forget all about his lost desk. She told her contractor, "Randy and Kimmy really love wine. And so, what if we took this niche and we made it some kind of wine storage. I am taking away Randy's desk that he loves and pays taxes at. I feel like I need to give him something even more exciting in return."

A wooden wine rack with built-in storage is a stylish DIY that can add a functional and stylish place to display your favorite bottles. You can custom-make this rack to suit your unique nook. Another way to turn miscellaneous space into an aspiring sommelier's dream is to convert a small pantry into wine storage with a freestanding option like Homeiju's Bar Cabinet. If you don't have a niche to fill in your home, you can still add compact wine storage. Try something like this Sorbus Wall Mount Wine Rack if you want to avoid taking up floor space. For more "No Demo Reno" storage ideas, check out the organizing essentials Jenn Todryk can't live without.