“Really think about the layout and double-check it’s functional for your everyday life,” she says.

On a related note, this means storing like with like.

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Labels

Labelsare a key component of an organized kitchen, Moulder says.

“It sounds simple but organization comes down to creating a home for every single item.”

Labels make it easy to put items back where they belong, no matter who is tackling cleanup.

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Moulder is particularly a fan of using expandable bamboo dividers in drawers.

“Dividers simply help prevent items from ending up in a messy pile,” she says.

Acrylic containers come in handy, too, she adds.

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“Everything that comes into the kitchen has a designated spot,” Litman says.

“This process allows you to think through purchasing anything you bring into your kitchen.”

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