Boutique Closets

Boutique closets are as high-end as it gets. Usually 12 by 15 feet on average, or whole room conversions, these types of closets give homeowners and closet designers the most space to work with. Therefore, they’re usually full of all the custom accessories and features (an island is a must), and there’s plenty of room to execute the exact style you desire. Just because there’s a lot of space doesn’t mean laying out a boutique closet is easy–a purposeful, well-thought-out design executed by experts ensures the space functions as it should and no space goes wasted.

As the name implies, boutique closets are meant to mimic the feel of shopping in a boutique, only in your own home. While they’re high-end and luxe, like any other closet, boutique closets can be more modern or traditional. Whether the product is wall-mounted, floor-mounted, or a mix of both, along with the types of cabinets, doors, and shelving, all make a difference in the closet’s overall architectural feel. And, color and styling, especially details like rugs, pillows, and other decor, give each boutique closet its own distinct personality.

Walk-In Closets

Walk-in closets can range from smaller spaces that allow you to step inside and turn around to access the storage on each wall, to a closet that’s the size of an entire room. On average, walk-in closets are 6 by 8 feet and they typically cover three walls. Walk-ins are the type of closet that are most commonly found in the primary bedroom where homeowners spend the most time getting ready.

Depending on how much room they have, walk-in closets can accommodate any custom closet accessory or feature you could want. From jewelry trays to pull-out hampers, valet rods, and even an island if there’s enough room, a closet design expert will help you decide which accessories will improve your closet and make your life easier. Walk-in closet styles and architecture can be more practical or luxe–it completely depends on the homeowner’s preference and what will work well with the rest of the home.

Reach-In Closets

As the name implies, reach-in closets are a common storage space where you reach in to get what you need. You’ll often find these particular types of closets in primary bedrooms, guest bedrooms, and spare rooms or home offices. They feature storage on one wall that’s usually behind bi-fold, bi-pass, or French doors, and they’re typically 6 by 3 feet on average.

Because reach-in closets are one of the smaller closet styles, the architectural design of the closet is key. Despite size, a reach-in can absolutely still incorporate unique and high-end features, like a built-in bank of drawers, shoe storage (we love our Shoe Shrine®), and more to customize organization and storage for any homeowner.

It’s easy to think you don’t need expert help on a reach-in closet because of its size. However, if we’ve learned anything in our years in the custom closet industry, it’s that the impact of space utilization is often felt more profoundly by homeowners when the closet is smaller. Every square inch really does matter when you have fewer inches to work with, making consulting an expert even more important.

Entryway Closets

Whether they’re by the front door or in a mudroom, entryway closets play a key role in the flow of any home. Because a home’s different entry points are high-traffic areas used by everyone in the home, for these closet types, the priority is maximizing functionality and usable storage space. Dedicated storage for each family member to keep the things they use the most, like bags, shoes, and outerwear, makes coming and going quick and easy. This can be accomplished through lockers, cubbies, custom cabinets, drawers–whatever makes the most sense architecturally for your needs and your space.

The entryway also sets the tone for the rest of the house. So, ensuring it’s easy to keep tidy, organized, and welcoming has a big impact not just on everyone who lives in the home, but any guest, too. One of the main goals of a thoughtfully designed entryway closet is for it to successfully flow into the rest of the home, both functionally and aesthetically. From high-end to simple and sleek, entryway closets can be designed to match any style.

Pantry Closets

If the kitchen is the heart of the home, then the pantry is the heart of the kitchen. Whether your pantry closet is big or small, architecturally, it’s important that functionality and practicality come first. However, like any other closet style, there are so many ways to customize your pantry to make it work for you and ensure it matches the rest of your kitchen. Aside from colors, hardware, and other finishes, custom cabinets, drawers, storage for glassware and trays, and dedicated organization for small appliances improve how your space looks as well as how it functions for your family.

Linen Closets

Linen closets, usually the smallest type of closet in the home, are often found in hallways and bathrooms. They’re commonly used to store towels and spare bedding, but many homeowners also utilize any extra space to store other household necessities like toilet paper, lightbulbs, and cleaning supplies. How and what you plan to use your linen closet for is key when considering how it should be designed.

Linen closets might be small, but practical designs and optimal use of the space are still important to ensure these closet styles function the best they can. Linen closets can also have custom organization solutions that help make the most of the available space, and they can also have features, like drawers and adjustable shelving, that make it easy to keep things in order.