12 Brilliant Ways to Store LEGOs That’ll Eliminate Toy Clutter

There aren’t many toys that combine the sheer joy of occupying your kids for hours with the frustrating (and often painful) mess it creates. I’m talking about LEGOs and, for parents, the struggle — at least for storing them — is real.

Here are 12 clever, interesting, and, in some cases, downright brilliant ways to store those little colorful bricks.

One of the easiest and cheapest ways to store LEGO bricks is using clear bins with snap-on or latched lids, like how this California home has them. These containers come in various sizes and, because they’re clear, you can organize bricks by color, type, or even project. Shoe-size containers are great for single kits and easy to stack on shelves (make sure the instructions are stored in there, too).

To make the LEGOs more accessible to little hands, store them in open-top plastic bins. The handles make the bins easier to pull down from shelves. There are endless ways to label storage bins, from small chalkboard labels to adhesive vinyl labels made with a Cricut Maker.

Several playmats transform into storage bags that are perfect for LEGOs. Mom Jessie Kozak (@daily_dig) uses Swoop bags for all the LEGOs her family inherited from relatives. She loves that she can “swoop” up the pieces and everything is stored right in the bag. 

Not only are color-coded bins functional, but they’re also fun. Coordinate LEGO bricks with bin colors, or organize by LEGO shape or project. Just don’t forget to label the bins. Professional organizer Liz Jenkins (aka @afreshspace) used mini Polaroid photos as labels. Super cute!

Cubbies are perfect for hiding LEGO bricks while keeping a room chic and clutter-free. This U.K. home has a large cubby against a wall to hold toys and treasures.

You can’t go wrong with a cute storage basket, whether you’re storing linens or craft supplies. Why not use them for LEGOs, too? The ones in this Chicago bungalow are so cute and chic. 

Ottomans can store more than just throw blankets and extra linens. They’re perfect for stashing toys like LEGOs in your living room. (Your guests will never know!) 

Multipurpose furniture and LEGO tables put the “fun” in functional, like this one in an Instagram Reel by @costcohotfinds. These tables also encourage kids to build and display their creations, all while keeping those injury-inducing bricks off the floor. They come in various sizes, heights, and materials, so you can pick the one that best fits your space and needs.

Storing entire LEGO sets in mesh pouches — the way TikTok user @lifewithlainee did — is ingenious. These multipurpose pouches are waterproof and durable, and the zippers keep the bricks from falling out. Cut out the front of the LEGO box, which shows the final project, and attach it to the corresponding pouch. Your kids won’t have to search for specific parts; they’re all right there.

Crafters know a thing or two about storing small pieces. So it’s no surprise that organized LEGO enthusiasts like TikTok user @brickdesigned use plastic bead organizers to store small specialty pieces. These plastic containers and drawer systems come in several styles and sizes; some even have snap-close lids and carrying handles (just in case your kid wants to take his LEGO on the next family road trip). Tackle boxes are another popular way to store them.

Mom of four boys Andrea Yi of Raising Dragons transformed a heavy-duty Craftsman chest into a creative LEGO storage unit. She attached Peel-and-Stick Baseplates to the inside of the top cover and on the bottom of the chest. She filled the drawers with LEGO bricks, sorted by color.

If organizing by color, shape, or set isn’t important to you, you can get under-bed storage containers. Dump all of your LEGO bricks and accessories into the bins and shove them under the bed — and out of sight.