MY FRIDAY FAVORITES: 5 Storage Features You Didn’t Know You Needed (But Now Won’t Want to Live Without)
Let’s be honest — beautiful kitchens and bathrooms get all the attention. But what really makes a space feel custom, luxurious, and designed with you in mind? It’s not just the finishes. It’s the function.
This week’s Friday Favorites is all about those small-but-mighty cabinet accessories that take your kitchen (or bath!) from standard to standout. These storage solutions are some of my favorites to include in custom cabinetry layouts — especially with Showplace Cabinetry, which makes integrating them a breeze.
Whether you're planning a renovation or dreaming about a future upgrade, these five features are worth bookmarking.
Deep Chase Drawer
Hate losing all that storage to plumbing pipes? ME TOO. Enter the deep chase drawer — the clever solution that captures the “dead zone” around the sink drain.
This extra-deep drawer is ideal for:
Keeping clutter out of sight without wasting an inch of space
Making the most of tricky floor plans, especially in galley kitchens or around structural obstructions
In small kitchens, most bathroom vanities or anywhere you need to squeeze out extra storage, this feature is gold.
2. Toekick Drawer
Blink and you’ll miss it — which is exactly the point.
The toekick drawer utilizes the often-forgotten space beneath your base cabinets. It’s shallow, discreet, and surprisingly practical.
I love it for:
Storing baking sheets, cutting boards, or kids’ step stools
Creating extra storage in a mudroom or laundry room (great for all those leashes and poop bags!)
Sneaky hiding spot for valuables
It’s one of those “why didn’t I think of that?” solutions that feels like a secret weapon in any highly functional kitchen, mudroom, or vanity setup.
3. Drawer Plate Organizer
If you’ve ever tried to lift a stack of plates from an upper cabinet without chipping something, you know the struggle.
A drawer plate organizer lets you store heavy everyday dishes in a deep drawer, with peg inserts to keep everything in place.
This is especially useful for:
Kids helping themselves to their own dishes
Accessible design (no more reaching overhead!)
Plus, it just feels smart — A place for everything, and everything in its place.
4. Scoop Drawer (for Under a Cooktop)
This one is a game-changer.
The scoop drawer, specially designed to sit just below a cooktop, gives you fast access to cooking utensils and potholders, while capturing every last square inch of storage. Its curved, scooped-out shape allows it to sit closer to the cooktop without compromising safety or comfort.
Why I love it:
Keeps essential tools right where you need them
Works perfectly in compact kitchens where space is limited
5. Food Storage Container Organizer
Ah, the dreaded food storage cabinet — a place where mismatched lids go to die. 😅
The food storage container drawer is designed specifically to keep containers and lids together, with built-in dividers and compartments that actually work. No more digging through mismatched plastic towers just to pack leftovers.
Perfect for:
Meal preppers
Families with kids (they always want the one lid that’s missing)
Keeping your cabinets as neat inside as they look outside
It’s one of those features you don’t think about until it’s too late — trust me, future you will thank you.
Why These Cabinet Accessories Matter
At C. DePina Kitchens + Interiors, we believe great design is about more than just aesthetics — it’s about creating a space that supports your lifestyle. These accessories are some of my go-to recommendations when designing kitchens or vanities using Showplace Cabinetry, because they offer:
Seamless integration
Long-term durability
A serious boost to daily functionality
Small upgrades like these don’t just improve storage — they elevate your everyday experience.
Ready to Renovate Smarter?
If you’re planning a remodel or new kitchen, don’t overlook the magic that lives behind the cabinet doors. These upgrades can make all the difference — and they’re just the beginning.
Curious how to work these into your own layout? Reach out to book a design consultation or visit our showroom to see these in action.
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