Consider dedicating a drawer like
this for flour, sugar, rolling pin,
and other essentials.

Take Inventory

Note the current location of each item in your cabinets and drawers, where it is used, and how often it is used. Consider what you like and don't like about the present setup, and ask other kitchen users for their input. Ponder your lifestyle and what you like to cook and bake. Even when visiting someone else's kitchen, consider traffic and storage. When you see someone using a drawer or cabinet differently than you do, ask why and determine whether your reasoning is founded on efficiency or old habit.

After you've deciphered what works well, what drives you crazy, and why, start dreaming about your ideal kitchen situation. Ask yourself, "What do I want to store here and how do I make it happen?" This may mean you have to measure your shelves, drawers, pots, and pans to make sure you can give your stuff the perfect fit.