The items you want to store will dictate the type, size and scale of storage. Organising your lifestyle and clearing out clutter is a good place to start. Discreet storage is key, keeping the storage in perspective of what is already in the room scheme. Storage covers all areas of the house, all the main rooms, upstairs and downstairs and includes utility rooms, as well as 'work'. Even considers ideas for storing accessories for the family pet; in other words, the book covers the full compliment of efficient storage options now available from which a busy household will benefit. Practical ideas will be interspersed throughout the book, and will include: measuring what it is you need to store, for example having tailor made boxes to slide under surfaces, bed, stairs, kitchen units; consider the access to storage: Is it occasional use of items or daily use? The need for implementing childproof precautions, etc; good lighting within cupboards under stairs, lofts, shelving etc; using durable finishes on storage units, paint finishes, surfaces; plus, Full Directory of the latest storage design manufacturers.