Making the Most of Your Reach-in Closet: Organization and Design Tips

A walk-in closet is easy to organize, but what if you simply don’t have that kind of space? Some homes and apartments were just not built for walk-in closets, and if that describes your home, you’ll have to find a way for you and your reach-in closet to peacefully coexist. Fortunately, we have some suggestions.  

• Use the door- or lose it. If you like being able to close off the closet, make sure you’re taking advantage of every possible bit of space, including the door. You can attach racks or hooks, to make it an additional storage space. If you’re not averse to ditching the doors, you can remove them and you’ll instantly have more room to store bulky items or install closet furnishings that wouldn’t fit with the doors open. If you still like the closed off look, consider a curtain.  
• Adding a dresser is a quick organizational fix. A short dresser inside a closet gives a surface and storage while using only previously underutilized space. A dresser is a great place to keep clothes that can be folded, but if you have different things that need to be stored, don’t be afraid to use drawers for things that aren’t necessarily clothes, like hats or scarves. Use all your available space however it works for you, and don’t be afraid to think outside the box.  

• Find spaces outside your closet to use for storage. Is there anything taking up closet space that can be displayed? Do you have space in your room that could easily store some of your things?  Look at the room creatively, to find new ways to stash things.  
• Invest in a custom-built closet. Perhaps the best solution is to have your closet outfitted with a closet system designed especially for you. Today’s closet systems come in many styles and configuration, so whether you want elegant wooden cabinetry or simply some wire racks and shelves, you’ll be able to find what you need to keep your closet organized and neat.  

At Bay Home and Window, we offer custom designed closet systems designed for any closet. Our expert designers use state-of-the-art 3D design software and will inventory your needs and lifestyle to be sure to create a space for all that clutters your world. To learn more or Bay Home and Window, or schedule a free in-home consultation, contact us through our website or call (925) 264-6746.