The invention relates to storage space (3) for elements (2) which are used in a medical activity, comprising a plurality of partitions (4) which are each dedicated to receiving a certain type of element (2) assigned to a predetermined medical activity, a user interface (6) for selecting a preferred medical activity from a plurality of medical activities, wherein each partition (4) comprises signalling means (5) which provide a signal, dependent on the selected medical activity, to indicate the correct element (2) to be used for the selected activity. In this manner the medical staff is offered `intelligent` management of medical accessories and space, which helps the staff in organizing elements in an efficient and timesaving manner. In addition, a more flexible working environment contributes to the clinical staff feeling freer at work.