I tend to accumulate what I call “doom piles”—random assortments of my belongings that seem to lack any organized system. With ADHD and an affinity for Things, coupled with the reality of being a Millennial who has never had ample built-in storage, I’m often faced with a clutter issue. Whether it’s shoes, surplus toiletries, various crafting materials, or the ever-expanding horde of stuffed animals, I’ve struggled to find appropriate places for everything. This situation escalated when I began working as a product reviewer, which magnified my clutter drastically. Packages now arrive at my door for work, quickly becoming heaps scattered across my office, kitchen, living room, and bedroom. Despite my efforts to tame the chaos with plastic tubs and transparent bins, my home has begun to resemble a sort of distribution hub for my Stuff. First-world problems, I realize, but issues nonetheless.
This year, I resolved to finally tackle the organization and storage of my belongings, both personal and professional. Among the best solutions I’ve discovered is the Mustard Made Lowdown Locker. (It’s no surprise that Senior Commerce Editor Julian Chokkattu included these lockers in his Work-from-Home Gift Guide.)
Photograph: Louryn Strampe
