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Closets today are much more than a simple box to store clothing or linen, clothes closets have turned into walk-in closets or have added many other features to make it easier to store your items. How do you design a closet that is going to work best for you and what should you consider in your closet design?

Walk-in or Not

Do you want your closet to be a walk-in closet or not? Some people like the idea of being able to use their closet as a dressing room as well or even as a place to sit and relax. If you want a walk-in closet, though, you will need the space for this.

Walk-in closets also provide the option of being able to sit in the closet if you so wish. This is useful for putting on socks and shoes. If you have a window in your closet then the ideal place for seating is under the window.

Lighting in Your Closet Design

You should also look at the lighting that you have in your closet. You may just need to install lights to make it easier to see or if you have a walk-in closet then you may choose to use windows that look out onto a great view.

A Full-Length Mirror is Useful

It is a good idea to install a full-length mirror in your closet as this enables you to get a good view of yourself before going out and you will be better able to see if anything needs changing.

Make Use of All Your Closet Space

You should make optimal use of your closet space, for example by having two or even three layers of coat hangers, using floor space to store roll-out boxes, etc. You should also think about how your habits affect your closet usage when designing your closet system. Do you like to fold shirts or hang them up? Do you fold or hang up trousers?

Finding a Contractor to Design and Build Your Closet

Once you know what you want in terms of closet design you should find a contractor who will be able to build and install it for you and perhaps give you further suggestions on how you can use your closet to your advantage. You can find a contractor who offers closet designing and organizing services in the HandyAmerican.com directory or post a project to get our contractors to contact you.

Closet design is becoming more important as there are more features to consider. You should look at your habits, how you will use your closet and what you want from it when designing your closet. You can also get advice from contractors who specialize in closet design and organizing on the HandyAmerican.com.