Closet Blog: The Winners Circle

2017 Top Shelf Awards

"We developed an excellent, manageable, and maintainable lighting plan using LED strip lighting to illuminate not only the hanging area, but also the shelves and work spaces. Organizational spaces for more than just clothing were an important priority in this closet design. The clients, who travel frequently, wanted to make sure they had a space that could be used for a packing a suitcase. An area for staging important papers that must not be forgotten when leaving for the office, as well as other work priorities, was also desired. The final master closet design is divided into two sections, essentially two master walk-in closets — one for him and one for her."

"We built a system with backing that was 22 7/8" deep, and we "slid" the systems into the opening. It was necessary to create partitions that traced the angle of the ceiling to enable us to maximize the depth of the space. We also notched the bottom shelf and the backer in the left section of the design to expose the valve for the gas pipe. Once we finished the construction of our systems, we used a cleat style thermofoil molding to trim the systems on both sides, the top, and the bottom to create a finished and "built-in" look for the piece. Although our systems stick out into the room by nearly 4", we saved the client from purchasing another piece of furniture for this room. We also gave purpose to a space that was an afterthought during the previous renovation."

"Being able to use the spare room for multiple purposes was very important in planning the space. The second bedroom in this home is used as a home office most of day. However, in the evening and over the weekend, it becomes a fun movie room with reclining seating and a large screen television. When friends come for an overnight visit, it easily makes another transformation into a comfortable guest bedroom equipped with a queen size bed."

"A well-organized garage can serve multiple functions that will expand the usable square footage of your home. This well-organized garage provides an area for numerous activities. Rainy days and bad weather are no hindrance for the children in this family — everything from riding bikes to playing catch can be done indoors in the new organized garage. A television has been mounted to the wall for the parents and children to enjoy watching favorite shows or movies during playtime. Dangerous yard equipment and chemicals are all stored high up and out of reach, allowing the kids to run around and expend their energy in a safe environment." "

"When this family owned dental office decided to expand into another location, they first checked the usual medical supply companies for storage and cabinetry solutions for the reception area, treatment rooms, sterilization and laboratory centers. None of the stock solutions met all of their needs, and prices were quite high. The owners of the business, two brothers and a sister –- all dentists working in the practice founded by their father – asked me to design and quote a custom solution. They were ecstatic with the results, preferring the value of custom storage built to their exact needs."