With so many options from numerous sources, a versatile baker’s rack has been a welcome feature in any home that desperately needs additional counter and cabinet space. However, most people tend to limit the use of a useful bread rack to the kitchen or casual dining room. However, quality baker’s racks are just as useful in other areas of the home. The only difference is that they tend to be labeled with a different name when used in other rooms, namely: bookshelf.

Available in a wide range of styles, the shelves will suit the décor of any room they are placed in. The options in the bathroom are practically limitless. A bathroom with clean white cabinets and wainscoting on the walls is a timeless look that can make soaking in the tub a welcome retreat. While a white shelf with a wine rack might not seem like it belongs in this space, the truth is that it can be used as a decorative way to display and store colorful towels and other toiletries. Color contrast against crisp white can make a fun spot in a bathroom while also providing additional storage for personal effects. If you prefer a bathroom with more warmth and rich colors, consider a natural wood finish to complement your existing cabinetry.

A versatile baker’s rack can also be used to create an inexpensive patio planter station and can therefore also be used in outdoor areas. Stainless steel or iron shelves are perfect for this task. Impervious to the elements, an outdoor metal workstation can provide storage for pots, seeds, tools, and potting soil, thereby saving space in the garage or, at the very least, eliminating unnecessary clutter in the home.

Newer homes have accommodated the busy lifestyle of the modern family by providing a mud room to transition from the outside world to the comfortable retreat of the inner sanctum of the home. For any home without this functional room, a shelf at the front door or front entryway can give you a place to organize your personal belongings without having to place them all over the house. Having coats, bags, shoes, and other belongings in one place can save time on your way out in the morning. Time is of the essence, and spending less time preparing to leave can give you more time to enjoy the journey and the destination.

Effective use of space is important to the success of any design. Thinking outside the box when decorating your home can open your eyes to a whole other realm of possibilities. Finding functional pieces that work in a mix of spaces and provide additional storage can be priceless. Etageres may be the furniture with the fun name, but they can be invaluable additions to your home that provide much-needed storage and organization for home décor.