When organizing expert Julie Morgenstern remodeled the kitchen of her small New York apartment, she had to maximize space. She advises that people undertaking an extensive kitchen remodeling hire cabinetmakers who are as concerned with the functionality of their products as they are with the overall look. But you don't have to redo your entire cooking space—or your cabinetry—to incorporate some of Julie's clever organizational strategies.

Six ways to make the most of your small space