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Aug 21, 2026

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Apartment Therapy's January Cure is a free guided program that'll help your home feel better, cleaner, and more restored in 20 days.

Aug 21, 2026

2026 Organization Award Winners

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Looking for the best organizers for your home? Check out Apartment Therapy’s Organization Awards for the top ones to buy right now.

Aug 21, 2026

Smart, Simple Decluttering Tips Organizing

Plus, extra handy decluttering tricks to try!

Shifrah Combiths

Jul 12, 2024

Decluttering Ideas

How to Declutter Your Kitchen: Start with These 20 Things Organizing

As one of the most-used spots in your home, the kitchen is prone to getting messy — from the cabinets to the drawers and everything in between. That’s why it’s so important to regularly tidy and declutter this busy spot to prevent clutter from taking over. The best way to get your kitchen organized is to declutter one spot at a time. Here’s how to do it.

Stephanie Nguyen

yesterday

Get Your Junk Drawer Organized for Good with This Foolproof Method Organizing

Junk drawers are home to far more than just “junk.” Yes, the odd or random item can end up here, but most of the time they’re filled with necessary items, like pens, rubber bands, scissors, charging cords, or even receipts for something you intend to return. Because they’re a spot where miscellaneous things gather, junk drawers can often get super messy. Fortunately, a quick decluttering session can snap yours back into shape.

Stephanie Nguyen

2 days ago

7 Guiding Principles and 5 Ground Rules to Follow When Decluttering Organizing

Decluttering can be mentally demanding, as it requires you to make a lot of decisions about items that may have meant a lot to you at one point or another. So before you can actually physically declutter anything, you have to make sure you’re emotionally prepared for it. To get ready for all the decluttering you plan to do, start by choosing a guiding principle and setting some ground rules. Here’s how.

Stephanie Nguyen

3 days ago

You Should Use “Outboxes” Every Time You Declutter Organizing

When it comes to decluttering your home, there are a few steps you have to take before you can actually get rid of anything. The first one is extremely important and requires you to set up three boxes — that’s it! It sounds simple, but it’ll lay the groundwork for a truly productive decluttering session. It’s also the first task of Apartment Therapy’s Decluttering Cure, a completely free 14-day program that’ll help you declutter your home (sign up now!).

Stephanie Nguyen

Sep 14, 2026

Organizing & Storage

I Put a Dollar Tree Dish Rack in My Freezer Because She Did (It’s Smart Storage!)Organizing

I wish I'd done it sooner.

Keena Al-Wahaidi

yesterday

I’ll Never Use an Ordinary Spice Rack Again After Seeing This One Organizing

I’ve lived in my apartment for six years, have had my fair share of roommates, and cook at home often, so trust that I’ve accumulated a lot of spices. I use what I can and toss anything that’s truly old, but I still have quite a collection that needs organizing in my kitchen cabinets.Even my two wall-mounted spice racks can’t contain it all!

Cassidy Dawn Graves

1 day ago

This Cute IKEA Gem Is a Brilliant Small-Space Solution Organizing

I just love this!

Ciéra Cree

2 days ago

My Parents Just Showed Me the Perfect Solution for Decluttering a Closet Organizing

So much extra storage!

Morgan Pryor

Sep 14, 2026

The Latest

I Put a Dollar Tree Dish Rack in My Freezer Because She Did (It’s Smart Storage!)Organizing

I wish I'd done it sooner.

Keena Al-Wahaidi

yesterday

How to Declutter Your Kitchen: Start with These 20 Things Organizing

As one of the most-used spots in your home, the kitchen is prone to getting messy — from the cabinets to the drawers and everything in between. That’s why it’s so important to regularly tidy and declutter this busy spot to prevent clutter from taking over. The best way to get your kitchen organized is to declutter one spot at a time. Here’s how to do it.

Stephanie Nguyen

yesterday

I’ll Never Use an Ordinary Spice Rack Again After Seeing This One Organizing

I’ve lived in my apartment for six years, have had my fair share of roommates, and cook at home often, so trust that I’ve accumulated a lot of spices. I use what I can and toss anything that’s truly old, but I still have quite a collection that needs organizing in my kitchen cabinets.Even my two wall-mounted spice racks can’t contain it all!

Cassidy Dawn Graves

1 day ago

This Cute IKEA Gem Is a Brilliant Small-Space Solution Organizing

I just love this!

Ciéra Cree

2 days ago

Get Your Junk Drawer Organized for Good with This Foolproof Method Organizing

Junk drawers are home to far more than just “junk.” Yes, the odd or random item can end up here, but most of the time they’re filled with necessary items, like pens, rubber bands, scissors, charging cords, or even receipts for something you intend to return. Because they’re a spot where miscellaneous things gather, junk drawers can often get super messy. Fortunately, a quick decluttering session can snap yours back into shape.

Stephanie Nguyen

2 days ago

7 Guiding Principles and 5 Ground Rules to Follow When Decluttering Organizing

Decluttering can be mentally demanding, as it requires you to make a lot of decisions about items that may have meant a lot to you at one point or another. So before you can actually physically declutter anything, you have to make sure you’re emotionally prepared for it. To get ready for all the decluttering you plan to do, start by choosing a guiding principle and setting some ground rules. Here’s how.

Stephanie Nguyen

3 days ago

My Parents Just Showed Me the Perfect Solution for Decluttering a Closet Organizing

So much extra storage!

Morgan Pryor

Sep 14, 2026

You Should Use “Outboxes” Every Time You Declutter Organizing

When it comes to decluttering your home, there are a few steps you have to take before you can actually get rid of anything. The first one is extremely important and requires you to set up three boxes — that’s it! It sounds simple, but it’ll lay the groundwork for a truly productive decluttering session. It’s also the first task of Apartment Therapy’s Decluttering Cure, a completely free 14-day program that’ll help you declutter your home (sign up now!).

Stephanie Nguyen

Sep 14, 2026

The New IKEA Storage Find That Makes Any Bathroom Look Like It Belongs in a Magazine Organizing

Good bathroom storage is a must — especially if you live in a small apartment like I do. When your priority is practicality, it sometimes feels like you have to compromise on aesthetics, which is exactly why I get so excited when I find home decor that delivers on storage and style while still being affordable. IKEA is definitely a reliable place to find such gems, and there’s a new towel rack in town that will give your bathroom an easy glow-up.

Cassidy Dawn Graves

Sep 13, 2026

I Replaced My Bulky Shoe Rack with This Slim IKEA Cabinet (It Holds Up to 12 Pairs!)Organizing

Its design is so functional.

L. Daniela Alvarez

Sep 12, 2026

10 Storage Solutions Everyone Needs in Their Kitchen Organizing

Even if you declutter your kitchen thoroughly, it’s important to implement systems to keep it organized, and that includes having designated spaces — and containers — for items to go in. Below, we gathered the very best storage solutions (as featured in Apartment Therapy’s 2026 Organization Awards!) for every spot of your kitchen — from the fridge to the cabinets to the pantry — so your tidy kitchen stays neat and organized.

Stephanie Nguyen

Sep 11, 2026

7 Things Everyone Needs to Get Rid Of After 75 Organizing

Here’s what my dad downsized after 30 years of living in his house.

Laura Wheatman Hill

Sep 11, 2026