Let's Get Organized - Creative Closet Spaces

Often, designers and homeowners focus on the "WOW" factor of decorating a home, concentrating on furnishings, colors, styles. But it can be what is hidden away from view, behind the scenes, the more functional aspects, that can take a dwelling from a mere showplace to a true home.

Closets are one such feature. Once hidden away, these utilitarian catch-all spaces are becoming more and more visible in modern homes. A well-planned closet can be a true blend of function and beauty.

Open-fronted, built in closet
(by Astleford Interiors, Inc.)

A walk-in closet with built-ins and a dresser island
(by Munger Interiors)

Custom-made shelving, just for shoes
(by Lisa Adams, LA Closet Design)

A former closet is converted into a small home office space
(by Ed Ritger Photography)

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This closet for a child's room features a lower bar for clothes, and plenty of storage for toys
(by Amoroso Design)

Skylights and built-in cabinets make this a light and pleasant room
(by Dijeau Poage Construction)

This narrow closet utilizes all of it's space with floor-to-ceiling storage
(by Dijeau Poage Construction)

DIY organization made easy with Walnut and Platinum Elfa Décor from The Container Store
(by The Container Store)