Refrigerator Command Center

If you love the idea of having a family command center in your home but you have no room to set one up, then this post is the answer you have been looking for!

How to set up a refrigerator command center in your kitchen. Yes, you will have everything you need for an efficient command center to help streamline your family and home.

REFRIGERATOR COMMAND CENTER

Does your family have a lot of things going on? Do you find it difficult to remember who needs to be where and when? Keeping things running smoothly in a home can be a lot for anyone, but adding that to all the other commitments you have turns this into an (almost) impossible task.

The good news is there is help. A solution that is easy to set up and works like magic. It’s called a family command center, and it is the answer you need to keep everything concerning your family’s schedule organized. You can include all the elements needed by utilizing the front of your fridge, turning it into your very own control center with just a few key elements.

Follow these steps to one up, and you’ll be able to keep track of everyone’s schedules, grocery lists, appointments, and more. Plus, it will make your kitchen look super organized. Win-win!

Before we dive into the layout, let’s first talk about what a command center is and the role it plays in a home.

What is a family command center?

A family command center, also known as a family home hub, is a designated area that you have set up in your home. This is where you can keep track of all the moving parts of your busy family.

  1. Family calendar
  2. Work schedules
  3. Homework
  4. Important papers
  5. Appointments
  6. Sport schedules
  7. And more!

When you have a designated spot for these things to land, it will help you keep paper under control while helping you stay more organized in how you run your home.

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How to Set Up a Refrigerator Command Center

All you need are a few key elements for this tip to transform your home making your fridge a solution that makes sense.

Step #1. Location

One of my favorite spaces in a kitchen for a home hub is the front of the fridge. Not only is this a nice clean area that will give you plenty of room for all the components you need, but it is also an area that every single member of your family will see.

If you want your command center to be efficient, you need to choose a spot that will be seen by everyone. This will ensure that each family member is an active participant. The more your family sees the command center, the more they will utilize it.

D/M Pro Tip: If you have the funds, you can go all out and purchase a refrigerator with a computerized organizing system on the door, like this Samsung French Door Refrigerator. I love this idea but it may be more than you need. Before you invest, try things out in a more affordable way. 😉

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Read more on streamlining a family command center here.

Step #2. Clean Slate

Before you can layout your hub, you will want to start with a clean slate. First, remove anything you have on the front of your refrigerator now, sorting things into piles and keeping them nearby just in case you want to incorporate them in your new layout.

Read: How to Declutter and Organize a Refrigerator

Next, wipe everything down, being sure to get the top and sides as well. If you have help nearby you can pull the entire refrigerator out and give the back a quick cleaning.

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Step #3. Gather your Tools

Decide what command center tools you will want to include. The good news is, that most of the things you need may already be in your home.

Step #4. Purchase Additional Pieces

Creating a setup that fits your personality is one of the reasons why command centers are so effective. You can invest in a few tools that will help you make this area a streamlined extension for running your home

A few ideas are:

  • Magnet holders are great for holding pens, pencils, and sticky notes.
  • Dry erase board is a great way to put notes for your family along with important reminders.
  • Magnetic hooks are perfect for holding keys or sunglasses.

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Step #5. Calendar

This is probably the most important part of any command center because your schedule dictates how each day will flow. The size of calendar you choose will need to fit the size of your family. This will ensure there is plenty of space to write in each daily area. Luckily there are many different options available to choose from.

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Be sure to visit your calendar each morning so you can better streamline your entire day knowing who belongs where and what commitments are up for the day.

D/M Pro Tip: Use different colors for each family member to help everyone see where they need to be more easily.

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Step #6. Weekly Menu

Another important part of your home hub is what you plan to have and make for dinner each day of the upcoming week. A weekly meal plan is a great time-saving tool and will save you money on your grocery budget.

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D/M Pro Tip: Set aside time each week to plan out meal options for the week ahead. Be sure to look at the food in your fridge and freezer to use up foods before they go bad.

Get tips on now to Create a Weekly Menu

Step #7. Reminder List

Everyone needs reminders; a list board is perfect for keeping the most important front and center. You can also use a magnetic board to write up weekly to-do lists, any errands that need to be run, and your shopping list.

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Step #8. Extra Items

Looking for things you need before heading out the door can be a time-waster, so designating a set location for your common items is a huge time saver. Things like keys, and sunglasses for you or permission slips for your kids are all things you can house in your refrigerator command center.

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Step #9. Fun and Love

All work and no play is nobody’s idea of a good time to add a bit of personality to your command center. Family photos and artwork are a great way to add some personal touches to your organizing center.

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Step #10. Involve Everyone

Once you have your refrigerator command center layout finished, you may want to have a family meeting. This is your chance to show them where everything is, why you feel it is going to help you and your family, and the best way for everyone to use it. When you include your entire family in a new system you may find everyone more on board with making it a natural part of their day-to-day lives.

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A refrigerator command center is a great way to help organize your family and home. By taking the time to set up a hub on your refrigerator, you can ensure that everyone in your family has what they need at their fingertips and can better keep track of important events and activities.

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By involving everyone in the process, you can create a system that works best for your family and that everyone will be more likely to use on a regular basis. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can create a refrigerator command center that will help your family stay organized and on track.

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