People Are Showing Off Their Neatly Organized Spaces, And These 63 Are Extremely Satisfying (New Pics)
The joy of tidying up should never be underestimated. Not just because it's in the title of Marie Kondo's book, but because it genuinely brings people happiness. For example, as a 2018 Ipsos survey shows, 84% of people feel very satisfied after they turn a messy kitchen into a clean, tidy kitchen.
We here at Bored Panda love satisfying pics, so, naturally, we're huge fans of the dedicated subreddit that celebrates organized spaces. This is our third edition of content from this online group, because there will always be socks that need to be folded and spice racks to be organized. So, celebrate order and the magic of tidying up together with us as you scroll through these magnificent organized spaces!
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Made My Wife A Storage Shelf For Her Three Hobbies
Crafting. Organizing. Buying Crafting Materials.
I Was Told That My Work Van Might Be Appreciated Here
This is a look inside my E-Transit that I use for my handyman job.
I Designed This Spice Rack Using Old Botanical Books And A 3D Printer!
I designed this spice rack for IKEA Rajtan jars. It can be mounted to a wall and can be easily 3d printed.
I also looked up old botanical books which are now in the public domain, and extracted some great drawings that I used for the labels. I added the name of the spice in the local language, and in Chinese if possible (a language I'm studying).
Tidying up is not just about looking at the fruits of your labor and admiring them aesthetically. The act of organizing brings us calm and a sense of control, helping us feel more relaxed and de-stressed. Seeing messes in our homes can seriously stress us out. A 2024 survey found that 48% of Americans say that the organization of their home impacts their mental health.
Interestingly, there is also a gender disparity when it comes to seeing messy homes. A 2010 study showed that seeing clutter resulted in a rise in cortisol that was higher for women than men. Essentially, women would get more stressed out when they saw clutter, unorganized spice racks, and laundry scattered all around the floor.
I Made A Kakusta-Inspired Leather Case For My Pens
my-cat-cant-cat:
I adore and covet this. I use fountain pens, and this is the perfect balance of a beautiful case that is functional for storage and travel, but also for daily use and display on my desk (and as an anti-cat protection device).
My Top Drawer 👨🔧
My Art Stuff
Some experts tie women's greater stress about clutter than men's to their carrying most of the mental load. Couples therapist Elizabeth Earnshaw, MA, LMFT, CGT, writes for Psychology Today that seeing a mess means something different for men and women.
"When a woman sees clutter (yes, this is a generalization and might not apply to all), she doesn't only notice the mess but begins to actively process what she is going to need to do next and how she will do it." So, a woman gets stressed and annoyed because she has to either tidy up herself or arrange for someone else in the household to do so.
I Wish I Could Share More Than 1 Pic Of My Parents Pantry (There Are Multiple Layers) But This Sub Won't Allow More Than One At A Time!
And I originally wanted to share my first post from fridge detectives, but it looks like this sub doesn't allow cross posting either! Why 😔
Organized Office Supplies At Work
I Work In A Supermarket/Pharmacy, It Took Me A Long Time And Hard Work To Finish Making This Wall! Hopefully You Can Appreciate And Enjoy:)
I’m just a teenager so it’s a summer job, I can do pretty much whatever I want and no one gets mad at me (not like I mess up that often) My boss loves me- she said and I quote: “wow, beautiful”
Have you ever had a particularly pressing deadline but felt enormously compelled to vacuum your floor instead of getting to work? I, for example, have a friend who can never start working until her room is squeaky clean and free of clutter; otherwise, she gets too distracted. That might be because the act of tidying up makes us feel like we're in control. And when it feels like time is running away from you, you grab at any straws that you can catch, including folding your laundry when you should be writing a thesis.
I Organized A Section Of My Closet Today
Was bored. This will probably last a few weeks.
My Mcguyver Kit / Everyday Essentials Pouch
The Basement Has Been Upgraded!
About a year ago I posted a picture of my basement organization. At the time there were fewer shelves and different colored totes etc. So I upgraded to all clear totes and better color coordination!
Eight in 10 Americans agree: organizing their homes during spring cleaning helps them feel more in control of their lives. The researchers of this 2023 survey estimate that it takes an average of four days and 19 minutes for a person to clean and organize their home. And if we really think about that number, it becomes clear that most people wait until the mess is unbearable before they finally tackle it.
Since Random Late Night Organization Seems To Be A Thing This Week.. Thought I’d Show How I Repurposed A Wire Rack For Lid Storage. This Cabinet Was Otherwise Deep, And Mostly Useless Given Its Location, So This Is Fantastic
My Wife’s Set Up When Building IKEA Furniture
kelowana:
As a Swede, I’m impressed. I just skip the bowls and sort them on the floor. She has a nice routine worked out!
My Husband Sells Stuff Online So I Turned Our Junk Closet Into His Shipping Station. Surprising Him With This When He Comes Home😊
Despite knowing that most people probably have clutter in their homes, most folks are ashamed of the mess in their abodes. A 2022 report from MoneyWise revealed that 51% of Americans feel embarrassed by the cleanliness of their homes. People also tend to tidy up more when they know guests will be arriving. As Business Insider reports, 91% of Americans make a concerted effort to tidy up before they have someone over.
My Pantry Was Pure Chaos. Now I Can Actually Find Things Instead Of Rebuying Paprika For The 5th Time
We cook a lot of different cuisines, so over the years I’ve collected tons of different spices, flours, and random ingredients. It got super unwieldy and I’d rebuy spices and sauces I already had (I had like 4 bottles of hoisin). Honestly, just looking at the pantry stressed me out so I finally bit the bullet and set up a system. Now I can see everything at a glance. It honestly makes me so much more excited to cook!
I had no one else to nerd out about this with, so here’s my little pantry glow-up 🙃
I Wanted To Share My Tissue Paper Drawer
I Finally Conquered The Bathroom Closet Of Doom
Looks much better. We dont store our vitamins in bathroom, humidity from shower. Have meds and vitamins in a kitchen cabinet.
Did you ever think that a cluttered and untidy home might be making you generally unhappy, Pandas? There's some scientific evidence that suggests that it does: messiness reduces the sense of "psychological home," the place we identify with safety and security. What's more, researchers say that younger adults tend to feel the negative impact more intensely than older people.
I Did It. I Finally Did It. I Organized The Bin Of Cables That Every Female Over 30 Years Old Has
That's not just a female thing. I thought every adult was required to have that bin.
Linen Closet/Medicine Cabinet
Don’t have a ton of storage here so I tried maximizing it…
I Lost A Job Candidate Yesterday Because Of My Desk Drawer
Last week I interviewed someone for a part-time assistant role.
Nice, smart, normal, looking for a part time job now that her kids are both in preschool. We chatted for a bit, then I opened my desk drawer to grab a parking pass for her. She stopped mid-sentence and just… stared.
It was a weird moment.
I will admit, it's tidy, which is how I like my life to be. I don't have enough time left on earth to deal with junk drawer energy 12 inches from my face.
She didn’t say anything about it. We finished the interview. I sent her an email later that day, letting her know how much I enjoyed meeting her, asking if she had any questions, and letting her know that I thought she would be a great fit and basically offering her the job.
She never responded. In my brain, I thought 'Oh, if you are not on top of it enough to respond to me thats a pretty obvious tell that I misjudged', all the while being a little annoyed.
Yesterday I got an email saying she had “quickly realized she was in over her head” and that seeing my desk drawer made her understand that I am “both too detail-oriented and too old-fashioned” for her to ever work for comfortably.
Now I know to keep the drawer closed.
No. She did this person a favour. There's someone out there who appreciates organization.
So, Pandas, next time you're feeling like life isn't making any sense and everything annoys you, try cleaning up your room. Maybe those socks lying around and that unwashed coffee cup from two days ago are messing with your head more than you'd like to admit.
Let us know which of these organization pics you found the most satisfying, and if you'd like to see more, check out our two previous publications on the beautifully named subreddit dedicated to organizing here and here!
My New Storage Room😍
Old Box New Purpose
I am happy that my baking products perfectly fit in one of the old boxes I am never capable to throw away. Separation of each category with rubber bands that also help the box stay in place when opening the drawer. Background mess because drawer cleaning and new arranging in progress.
My Sock Drawer
A Big Organized Pantry
I Made A USB Charging Station. Space For Cords And Attachments. Seven Port Hub Installed. I Built It To Fit The Bookshelf Perfectly
Malakai0013:
That hub might get a little toasty in there. A small fan in the back might prevent any overheating. Other than that, this looks perfect!
OP:
I was a little concerned about it. I plugged a few things in and checked it for heating and so far I can't detect much of anything. It has an opening in the back and is hot glued to the wood by its feet.
Took The Leap With My Spices And I’ve Never Felt Better. They Have Also Since Been Alphabetized!
Small But Satisfying For Me
My Grocery List Is Organized According To The Store Layout
I have been using this method for ~12 years now, adjusting it to new store layouts when we’ve moved over the years. I get a smile or two every time I go out shopping and folks see it in my cart.
I make my grocery list according to the layout of the Aldi's I shop at.
Freezer Heaven
All bins are from Target. I just got a Dymo label maker with clear labels. We buy our meat in bulk so this makes it easier to see our inventory.
Employees Going Above And Beyond For These Soda Cases
Life Is Better When Garage Is Clean
It’s Not Much But I Kinda Love It
Mr Auntriarch glued some clothes pegs to the inside of the under sink cabinet for my marigolds
My Dogs' Clothes Closet
Before you think I'm being extra, I have two hairless dogs and live in a cold climate! This is our guest room closet. It was overrun with random linens, in addition to the canine wardrobe. I cleared everything out, decluttered, bought some new baskets and organized. They have a section for holiday garb, costumes and dress up, jammies, spring and summer looks, outerwear, hats and accessories.
Independent_Baker712:
I have so many questions.
One Of My Bathroom Drawers
The little magnetic tabs on top have all the information. I got them from Amazon and Target!
Organization Tip: 16 Acrylic Paints Fit Perfectly In Ferrero Rocher Containers
Finally Got A Bookcase/Make Shift Panty For My Small Kitchen!
*Pantry, my dude. That guy must have over $300 worth of saffron there.
What My Kids Call The Vending Machine
I Organized 10 Boxes Of Bandaids So I Can Actually Find The One I Want
yet, you still bleed to death before you are able to take it out the box and peel off the adhesive strip - with one hand
The Binders I Ordered For Organization Fit Perfectly In Their Shipping Box
In Desperate Need Of Spring And Boot Weather
Let me know if you want.
Our Battery Drawer
I have 1 of those boxes that holds batteries on each side & ut holds a LOT of batteries.
Mixed Bag Of Towels Organized!
5 kids and 2 dogs it’s too many towels but they all make the way through the cycle.
Husband’s Ties
This is how my mama would do my dad’s ties & she said she learned it from Parks. Parks’s father owned a haberdashery in Fort Worth Texas where the guys that hit oil would drop a few on new duds.
So the tie is folded gently & the gimp seam binding is loosely tied; this is also for off season rarely worn ties. The active ties are over brass pegs screwed into the molding next to a three way mirror. The index cards also help reduce creasing then my mother would write sweet things about the occasions that my father would wear the tie. My personal favorite was a pale pink & pale blue tie with white & yellow storks woven in to announce they were expecting my brother to my mother’s parents in 1952 and what my grandmother had served at dinner. My granny had deduced my mother was pregnant & dessert was pickles & ice cream.
Cord Organization
Cord organization based on type/function as well as length. Guide with pictures on door mostly for kids.
I'm a House Manager/Family Assistant so I get to these types of things for my job! Highly recommend this line of work for all who love organizing! 😄
I Give You... My Need For Cognitive Closure
Years ago a therapist told me that my unease around disorganized things was not OCD (I truly feared I was on the edge of real thing that I needed therapy for) but was that I was 'satisfied with cognitive closure' and that there was nothing wrong with liking things tidy, as long as I did not sit thinking about it when I was not physically present.
Phew. And, yes, she nailed it. So I give you my organized basement supply room. I swear to god, my brain just lets out a soft sigh when I walk in.
I initially had all clear plastic tubs, but the fact that I could see everything, all at once, when many of the items are used only occasionally bugged me. I bought all of these black tubs on Facebook marketplace for a buck each and each one has a number sticker, so I can reference a list and quickly know that where it is; ie, my pressure washer lives inside of bin 21 along with the extra garden hose, cleaner, and nylon scrub brush....I grab the entire thing when it is time to go outside and scrub the green summer ick of of the awning.
Thought This Sub Might Appreciate My Storage Solution
This Gives Me So Much Joy
Got everything from Home Depot and Amazon.
Organized My Tea Shelf In The Pantry, Finally!
Amazon! It's called a Tiopghad tea organizer.
Would love to have the space for that. Last house had enough kitchen drawers to hold all my teas.
Walk In Closet I Built
Custom closet I built for perfect organization
Satisfying T-Shirt Drawer
Well I will say that this kind of organization isn’t for everyone. If you go through 10+ shirts before doing laundry then this might not be a great method, because yes, when big gaps are created it’s harder to maintain it. I personally like the clothes that I wear most often to be hung because of this issue. I’ll probably go through 6 or 7 at most before doing laundry so it’s not too much of a chore to maintain.
3D Printed Organizers For My Kitchen Drawers
Makeup Organizing
Subscribing to Birchbox and Ipsy got me all these tiny tubes. The wood pieces are jewelry hangers with hooks, like cup hooks. I got tiny rose gold binder clips to hang the tubes.
Finally Organised My Stationery
In Sight, In Mind
Trying My Best 🙂
I ordered it from a local online shopping app in my country, but I think it may also be available in Amazon. 😊
My Closet Room
Left to right Long sleeves T shirts Crewnecks/hoodies/jackets Cut off shirts
All Movie and band shirts.
I Love Pegboard Everywhere. This Is My Nightstand
Love the tiny trash can. Having dogs that love the occasional errant tissue, I have to be very careful none are exposed.
1 Year Later: Drawer Is Still Organized
Regrettably, I didn't take a 'before' photo (think the typical jam-packed messy drawer). But I was able to get rid of a lot of duplicate, unused and straight up why-did-we-keep-these items.
I used layered polyethylene foam, brands are known as Kaizen Foam (North America) or Shadow Foam (UK), where you can trace and cut out custom shapes to your preferred depth. They're not cheap but the results sure can be satisfying!
Started Off With Wanting A Few 3D Printed Modules For Holding SD Cards And Other Things Then... Things Got Carried Away
Amazon Pullouts To Neaten Up My Scents
3D Printed Organizers For My Kitchen Drawers
Yeah this list was quite underwhelming! Previous lists like this were so beautiful and satisfying to look at.
Load More Replies...I've got an oven shelf hung on the wall by the dressing table which I hang my earrings on, and Mr Auntriarch made me a carousel stuck with cup hooks to hang my necklaces, and a nice polished oak baton hung next to the earrings with large cushions for rings. Practical but also attractive to look at
Yeah this list was quite underwhelming! Previous lists like this were so beautiful and satisfying to look at.
Load More Replies...I've got an oven shelf hung on the wall by the dressing table which I hang my earrings on, and Mr Auntriarch made me a carousel stuck with cup hooks to hang my necklaces, and a nice polished oak baton hung next to the earrings with large cushions for rings. Practical but also attractive to look at
