{"id":159,"date":"2017-02-01T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-02-01T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pagodared.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/01\/sophisticated-storage-solutions\/"},"modified":"2018-02-27T23:22:00","modified_gmt":"2018-02-27T23:22:00","slug":"sophisticated-storage-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pagodared.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/01\/sophisticated-storage-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Sophisticated Storage Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A\u00a0fresh new year offers a clean slate and a chance to re-arrange. Organization may be one of the only resolutions that won\u2019t deprive us of a few happy indulgences. It also it makes for easier daily\u00a0routines. The key to a mess-free existence is selecting vessels and compartments that achieve a natural rhythm within the home.<\/p>\n

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Beautiful objects that elevate\u00a0a room\u2019s design will go much farther than a shelf\u2019s worth of canvas bins. PAGODA RED manager Michael Keeley has a few suggestions for pieces that spirit away the clutter but remain elegantly in plain view.<\/p>\n

Trunks: Storage and Surface Area Combined<\/h2>\n

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Black Lacquer Oval Keeper\u2019s Trunk<\/a><\/p>\n

Trunks are the ultimate catchall. Their classic design reminds us that the need for extra space has been a concern for centuries. Use one in the living room to make quick hiding places for throws, catalogs and remotes.<\/p>\n

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Finely Woven Trunk<\/a><\/p>\n

Trunks also provide additional surface space. Use one as a coffee table or end table to set down drinks and small bites. In an alcove or along a wall, substitute a trunk for a console table and pile on books or blankets for a cozy, eclectic look.<\/p>\n

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Lacquered Footed Trunk<\/a><\/p>\n

The double-duty nature of a trunk is ideal for any room short on square footage. Feature them length-wise or width-wise, use them in place of a nightstand, dress them up with lamps or accessories or allow their true character to shine through uninterrupted.<\/p>\n

Boxes:\u00a0Stow-Away Spots for Keys, Tech & Cords<\/h2>\n

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Red Lacquer Peony Box<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cI keep a treasure box on my kitchen counter. It covers an electrical outlet and holds all of my chargers, iPhone and laptop,\u201d says Keeley. A place for everything includes all manner of cables and tech. A decorative box keeps things under control, while remaining close at hand.<\/p>\n

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Painted Treasure Box<\/a><\/p>\n

Select a box with depth for larger, awkward-sized items, and don\u2019t forget the powder room. Having an elegant holder for extra tissues and toilet paper is a chic way to invite a pretty antique into a functional room. PAGODA RED\u2019s painted treasure box features a raised design, which contrasts with\u00a0the strong edges of a bathroom countertop.<\/p>\n

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Fine Hide Covered Presentation Box<\/a><\/p>\n

Positioning a container in an entryway or on a frequently-used counter is a good reminder to keep keys and tech in an easy-to-find spot. Not to mention the impact of mixing ancient and modern styles. \u201cThese old pieces look so beautiful on a\u00a0marble counter top,\u201d Keeley says.<\/p>\n

Rice Measures: Practical and Portable<\/h2>\n

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Dou Rice Measure<\/a><\/p>\n

Designed to withstand the weight and heavy labor of transporting grain, our Dou Rice Measures are over one hundred years old, which means they can take on anything the 21st century throws their way. Keeley suggests using these vessels to chase after kids and pets. A trail of small toys is easily managed with these pieces, as the strong, sturdy handles make them easy to move. The solo host in need of a spare set of hands can also use a rise measure as a caddy for carrying napkins, flatware and glasses outside when entertaining. Or use them as a sweet guestroom welcome: either bedside for magazines and newspapers, or in bathrooms to tote a selection of soaps, towels and sundries.<\/p>\n

Containers and Dishes: Open-Ended Organization<\/h2>\n

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Inkstone with Bat and Double Gourds<\/a><\/p>\n

Sometimes storage isn\u2019t about secrets and concealment. Shallow stone\u00a0dishes organize paperclips and miscellaneous goods in the office, as do containers for pens and letter-openers.<\/p>\n

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Square Bamboo Brush Pot<\/a><\/p>\n

When the paperwork is impossible to hide, a beautiful antique touch like a glazed porcelain head rest or bowl becomes both paperweight and decoration.\u00a0Choosing items that are consistent in theme and color can turn that chaotic mess of a desk into a style moment.<\/p>\n

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Ceramic Fan-Shaped Dish<\/a><\/p>\n

Our green ceramic fan-shaped dish feels like the ultimate vanity table landing place for rings and other daily baubles that tend to go missing. Similarly, a fan form bat tray or wooden scholar\u2019s tray are masculine stand-ins for a valet, catching watches and cufflinks effortlessly.<\/p>\n

Thanks, Michael Keeley, for the elegant organizing advice. For more ideas, browse PAGODA RED\u2019s vases and vessels<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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