Not sure what to do with that low space beneath your attic ceiling? These attic storage under eaves ideas give you plenty to work with, from basket-filled shelves to cupboards that tuck everything out of sight.
I especially love the bedroom shelves with little lights along the edges.
You can keep things simple with matching bins or plan a fitted wall of drawers. There are ideas for clothes, books and seasonal decorations here, plus a few clever ways to use those awkward corners.
Storage ideas for your attic’s sloping corners
basket-filled cubbies
We’re starting off strong with these gorgeous white shelves and matching brown baskets. I love how the cubbies get smaller beneath the skylight, with little spaces left for a plant and folded bedding.
Try square baskets for the larger openings, then mix in a few shallow ones where the ceiling dips.
sliding doors and a little bookshelf
How cute is this little recessed bookshelf? The brown sliding doors and black rail frame it so nicely.
Books and a small stereo sit in the open section between the doors.
If you like this idea, leave a small display space among your closed cupboards rather than hiding everything away.
clear bins in neat rows
If you are looking for storage without lots of decorative extras, this one is for you. Dark shelving holds rows of clear lidded bins, with baskets lined up along the top.
Keep similar items together in each bin so you can spot what you need without opening every lid.
angled shelves for seasonal boxes
This before-and-after view makes the shelf layout so easy to see. The white supports follow the roof slope, leaving two levels for colorful tubs and seasonal decorations.
I love the little orange pumpkin tucked among the boxes. Group your own holiday decorations by occasion if you want to follow this setup.
glowing bedside bookshelves
I am obsessed with these bedroom shelves. The lighting along each level is so pretty, especially around the framed pictures and green vases.
Mix upright books with a few horizontal stacks to try the same look. You don’t have to fill every little corner.
matching gray tubs
Want your storage room to look a little more coordinated? Try matching gray tubs like these.
The shelving rises toward the roof peak at the back, while lower units line both sides.
Keep that middle aisle clear so you can reach the bins at the far end too.
a bench with storage below
This may just be one of my favorite ideas here. A long cushioned bench sits beneath the skylights, with white storage fronts and small cup handles underneath.
The yellow and green pillows are so cute together. Try a similar mix if you want your storage corner to double as a little sitting area.
cupboards fitted to the slope
Here’s a cupboard idea while it’s still being installed. The pale fronts follow the descending ceiling, with an open door showing the white interior.
If you’re planning something similar, measure the door’s swing as well as the cupboard opening. You’ll want room to open it properly beneath that slope.
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a long run of low shelves
Don’t need tall cupboards? This row of white shelving gives you another option.
The installation is unfinished here, so you can see the individual shelf units and the surrounding panels.
I’d use a setup like this for books and small baskets, with the things you reach for most near the front.
a hidden luggage nook
This sliding-door view shows what’s tucked behind the front. There’s room for upright suitcases beside a box, a basket and a stack of flat items.
If bulky luggage is what you need to store, consider leaving one section open inside rather than dividing every cupboard into little shelves.
open clothes rails and baskets
How pretty is this open wardrobe? I love the brown plank backdrop with the pale clothes and rows of baskets.
Short hanging rails sit on either side of the center shelves.
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Try smaller baskets in the middle for accessories, then leave the side sections for hanging clothes.
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simple fronts beneath the skylights
Don’t want to go overboard with handles or decorative doors? No problem!
These plain pale fronts keep the whole row simple, with a narrow brown ledge running above them.
I’d keep that ledge mostly clear to follow this uncluttered look.
green doors and pull-out storage
These green cupboard doors are such a fun change from white. I love the long black handles, plus the open section gives you a peek at the storage trays inside.
If you want a little color in your attic, a green like this is a lovely place to start.
a pull-out toy display
How clever is this toy storage idea? The deep pull-out section holds assembled miniature buildings, while the shelf above has a spotted basket and little house-shaped decorations.
This is worth saving if you’d rather tuck an assembled scene away than take it apart after every play session.
bedroom drawers under the slope
If you prefer drawers to cupboards, this one is for you. Pale drawer fronts sit neatly inside a white surround, with small dark knobs across the row.
The open middle drawer shows divided storage inside. Try organizers like these for keeping smaller clothes or accessories separate.
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deep shelves that pull forward
This gives you a different way to reach into a low storage space. A tall pale panel has been pulled forward, revealing shelves behind it beneath the slanted roof.
The long rounded handle is my favorite detail. For a similar fitted design, make sure there’s enough clear floor space for the whole unit to extend.
cubbies up to the roof peak
There is so much storage tucked into this little room! White boxes fill the lower cubbies, with woven-look baskets above and books in some of the side openings.
I love that the neighboring low unit repeats the same mix. Stick to a few basket and box styles if you want this coordinated look.
a notched hanging rail
This is one of the smaller ideas on the list, but it’s worth a closer look. The slanted rail has individual notches for hanger hooks rather than one smooth edge.
If you’re planning hanging storage beneath a slope, this is a useful detail to discuss with your installer.
lit shelves above closed cupboards
I know the bedside shelves above are gorgeous, but this is another favorite. Mostly because of that glowing line following the roof angle!
The lower cupboards keep some storage hidden, while baskets, books and small ornaments sit above. Choose just a few things to display if you want the same spare look.
paneled cupboards and round knobs
Last but definitely not least, we have this lovely row of pale cupboards. I love the little brown knobs and the paneled end tucked beneath the sloping ceiling.
The trim along the top gives it a finished look without needing any open shelves or extra decorations.