In case you are still one of those people who are wondering how to make rechargeable gadget stations a little more organized in your space, I’ve gathered a few options for you below. Cords and gizmos (phones, PDAs, iPods etc.) don’t have to be strewn all over the place (unless you want them to).

If you have three or less rechargables and you want a ready-to-go container that includes a power strip, you can get a “Recharging HQ” that retails for $20-$25. See:

• Herrington’s, with circuit protection. They also offer a mobile version.
• Stacks and Stacks version. Product listing and user reviews on this one don’t say anything about circuit protection (like a surge protector) and they say that some power pacs don’t fit in the housing. (I don’t know if this is the case with Herrington’s.

If you are feeling like it might be project time and/or want lesser impact on your budget, here are two DIY versions. The desktop recharge station converts a mesh letter sorter. You provide the power strip and cable management organizer.

The free-standing many-device version converts a small bedside cabinet into your gadget recharge station. Here you just need to run a power strip or two to the cabinet and all devices can plug into that.

I’ve had my eye open for some kind of magnetic version that will attach to the side of the filing cabinet. I’m a huge fan of using vertical space. I’ll let you know when I find or make one. =)