Tips To Design Your Ideal Closet For Your Custom Home (1 of 2)
Building a luxury, custom home in beautiful Fort Myers, Florida is a dream come true for many people. Whether you decide to live here full time or seasonally, you want your home to be built exactly the way you envision with the amenities you desire.
Every detail of your new home should reflect your style and personality, including your closets. You might think custom closets are easier to design and build after you move in; however, planning your closet in conjunction with building your home will ensure you get the perfect space now vs. running into issues later.
Keep in mind, when you work with us, we will walk you through every step of your home building journey, to ensure your dream home becomes reality.
Below are a few factors to consider as you design your closet within your new home.
Tips To Design Your Ideal Closet For Your Custom Home: Determine Appropriate Size and Space
First things first. As you are determining how much space you need to dedicate to your closet, take inventory. How much clothing do you have now and how much are you planning to store in the future?
For example, if you have dresses/suits for special occasions, then you may need a specific dedicated space for this category of your wardrobe. You may even want to create separate areas of the closet for clothing based on style: summer, party wear, lounge, formal, etc.
Utilize Cool Lighting
Proper lighting can transform your closet from a mundane storage space into a glamorous dressing area. Natural light is ideal, so try and place your closet near a window or install skylights. Walk-in closets often benefit from more than one light source.
For artificial lighting, think beyond ceiling lights. Choose LED fixtures with adjustable brightness. Consider motion-activated lights or smart lighting systems. Highlight shoe shelves, illuminate mirrors, and light up dark drawers.
Add A Storage Seat
An upholstered bench may look like those found in a mudroom design where it spans the length of a wall with different sections for storage. It can also be a separate piece utilized solely for a place to sit and try on shoes.
Whichever you choose, a bench will add to the functionality and beauty of your closet.
Tips To Design Your Ideal Closet For Your Custom Home: Organize Efficiently
Efficient organization is key to a perfect closet. Customized shelving and storage solutions are worth the investment for your current home or even for a resale. Adjustable shelves, hanging rails, pull-out racks, and specialized compartments for accessories will keep your closet clutter-free.
For example, purses, backpacks, belts, hats, ties, shoes, swimwear, and jewelry all need a place to call home. If you are working with a large space, consider adding a center island in the closet for functionality, convenience, and aesthetics.
When you work with us, we can help you determine the right space for your needs.
Display Your Shoes
First, it is a good idea to take inventory and give away those shoes you don’t wear anymore. Then you’ll have a better idea of how much space you actually need.
There are a variety of ways to store your shoes. The key is to pick the one that works for you and your space. This will make your life easier and happier.
From the traditional shelf to the slanted shelf, to towers with back-lit shelves, and even a glass enclosed case, you can create a storage solution that works for you, is functional and beautiful!
We’ve been building homes for nearly 40 years. Count on our team to guide you every step of the way. Stay tuned for part 2 where we will explore 6 more tips to designing a perfect closet.
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