Contact Teri Magee at 630-204-5013 or [email protected]
"Thank you for choosing Closet Works! A little about me before we start you on your way to being organized from morning to night. I have an Associates Degree in Interior Design and a Bachelors in Liberal Arts. I am a Certified Closet & Storage Professional by the ACSP. I have always had a passion for space and making the best use of it possible. I chose Closet Works because as a company they are dedicated to thoroughly training us in all aspects of design, function and the art of customer service. In the 15+ years I have been in the industry, I have completed designs from just functional to completely transforming clients' spaces into a more peaceful living. I have a passion for people and understanding their needs. One of the main reasons I love my career is the interaction with the client and the amazing things we can do to simplify life. I look forward to helping you understand the Closet Works way of life. Let's get on your way to getting organized together!"
Contact Teri Magee at 630-204-5013 or [email protected]
Each year, Top Shelf Closet Design Awards are given to honor designers for their creative closet and home organizational designs. This is the highest award given in the closet design industry. Teri Magee was presented with this award in 2017 for a unique garage design that does double duty as a workshop, TV room and children's playroom, and again in 2019 for a set of master bedroom twin reach-in closets.
Teri is veteran designer, certified by the ACSP, Association of Closet & Storage Professionals — the industry's top professional organization.
This symmetrical closet design features closet built ins along all the walls with a center closet island to anchor the space. Gray wood tone laminate in Vintage with white and chrome accents acts as a unifying element that brings in the colors from the master bedroom and the bathroom. Mirrored cabinet doors on small wardrobe units conceal any mess in this beautifully organized space. A custom countertop in a combination of white frosted and clear glass highlights the owner's jewelry collection in the upper drawers of the closet island.
DetailsPart of a duo of matching closets for a 48th floor high rise, this reach-in closet was given a makeover to accommodate a professional wardrobe and increase storage space — all while looking fabulous. Her closet is complete with floor-to-ceiling shoe cubbies, hanging space, a deep double hang cabinet, accessory storage cabinets, and more. Mirror doors that open with 180 degree hinges make the design effortless to access and an elegant showcase in the home.
DetailsHis closet has been designed in a similar fashion with shoe cubbies and hanging but has a few accommodations fit to his storage needs. He chose to have sliding mirror glass doors so that there was full access to his professional wardrobe in the deep double hang section. Strip LED lighting illuminates the dark suit jackets and puts on a eye-catching display.
DetailsGet ready each morning in style! This walk-in closet features a built-in vanity table. The custom table is attached to the wall with under-mounted brackets for support. The end look is both stylish and functional.
A space with obstacles like a dormered ceiling, ceiling access to the attic, and panel to access a knee wall might scare other deigners away, but not Teri. This walk-in closet design provides ample beauty and function for a luxrious and unique closet experience.
Closet cubbies were designed to fit around the odd angles and slants of the ceiling so that no space is wasted and the closet provides maximum storage.
This walk-in closet is light, bright, and luxuriously appointed with every ammenity a homeowner could want. An LED lighting system highlights the contents and makes it easy to find what you're looking for.
Get the best of both worlds with this hybrid combination closet island and closet peninsula. The large island includes shelves that attach to the wall, increasing overall storage while providing a nice spot to sit down and enjoy the greenery out the window.
Plenty of room for everything in this beautiful glossy white walk in closet design with a 360 Organizer® Shoe Spinner to handle all the footwear!
Designed in a sleek Black laminate with Lowland wood drawer fronts, this closet is a dark and dreamy master walk in that is sure to flatter the client's wardrobe. A center island dresser includes drawer jewelry inserts for added organization.
This white closet epitomizes modern luxury. The gorgeous closet island and abundant closet organizers arranged along the walls can make even the largest wardrobe seem minimalistic when it's all organized and put away.
Designed in a soft white to pair with the palette of grays in the room, this master closet was designed as an extravagant new solution to organization. The design includes accented countertops with our River Rock laminate and also a luxurious shoe spinner to fit in the corner.
This walk in closet is in a stylish Breakwater laminate and has been customized with shelving sections with shoe fences for convenient and easy organization for shoes. There is a built-in dresser with a closet hutch and mirror framed in a River Rock laminate for a tasteful contrast.
Continued organization in this closet is offered by a wall of oil rubbed bronze double hooks — becoming the perfect place to hang scarves, purses, and various accessories. The design is versatile with different storage solutions across each wall.
This walk in is a show stopper — custom designed in white with high gloss accents and panels. The white high gloss laminate always looks modern and dazzling. In addition to the shiny laminate, the closet features an LED lighting system and glass shelving.
This walk in closet is a premium design for its style AND function. Teri designed this space in a Rain Cloud laminate with Lowland wood drawer fronts and included stand-out features such as a center island bench with storage, a 360 Shoe Spinner, and closet accessories all around.
A unique feature of this walk-in closet in Rain Cloud is a multi-functional center island bench with a flip-up top for storage. This creative use of space is perfect for storage for boots and shoes and is helpful for putting them on as well! To make the bench fit in perfectly with the rest of the design, the island has been designed with elegant Lowland wood fronts on each side.
This custom design is in a premium Sunset Cruise laminate with special LED lighting that illuminates the fine details of this spectacular color choice. Sunset Cruise is part of the VIVA laminate collection and offers a look that replicates real wood. Curved style handles in oil rubbed bronze accent the design perfectly to create a stylish and modern feel.
The sleek simplicity of this walk in closet design is charming in white with oil rubbed bronze hardware. The design offers a variety of organization solutions including hanging, shelving, a window bench, and plenty of drawers. The thinner bank of drawers can be used as the perfect space for makeup storage, hair accessories and other loose items.
Designed in a traditional style, this walk in closet is in a premium Sunday Brunch color laminate with Harmony drawers and oil rubbed bronze Emerald handles. The overall look is sophisticated and despite classic details such as raised panel doors and the wood-like laminate, the design is timeless in function and form.
A goal of this master closet design was making the space feel light and spacious which was achieved with the use of white laminate illuminated by warm strip lighting. The window in the closet is blocked by a tree and the use of strip lighting is a great way to make the space brighter and add an element of flare to the design. The design elegantly maximizes the space and integrates the window in the closet by creating a bench seat with drawers and closet sections framing this space.
A small walk-in closet holds so much potential for organization and this design shows how a limited space can be elevated with a system in place. With hanging, shelving, drawers, and even a small slanted shoe shelving section with shoe fences — this design transforms this closet into a luxurious space.
Organization is all around in this closet — quite literally! A shoe spinner sits in the corner offering storage for tons of shoes and there are generous closet drawers and shelving provided for folded and loose garments. The design is in a bright white with polished chrome Modern style handles.
This walk in closet offers amazing storage opportunities and does it with style. With Weekend Getaway accents over a bright white with Chrome Square handles, this design is fresh and modern. Slanted shoe shelves are a unique way to keep all different types of shoes organized — especially with taller sections on the top and bottom allotted for boots.
This closet design is not only pretty, but utilizes every inch of available space to pack in a lot of storage. The 360 Organizer Shoe Spinner by Lazy Lee occupies one corner, holding up to 200 pairs of shoes. Extending the hanging space up to the ceiling allows for longer items in the double hang section. A pull down rod provides easy access. Numerous organization pull-outs were included for ties, belts and pants — allowing the maximum number of items to be kept in the minimum of space.
DetailsThere is something beautiful about the simplicity of this design. The system eases organization with the inclusion of two separate shelving units and a variety of storage solutions. Also provided are different sized pull-out wire baskets. The smaller of the two can be used for storing undergarments and the larger can be used as a great hamper that would eliminate the burden of a bulky basket getting in the way. A hanging rod is offered for hanging more formal clothing.
Teri designed this walk-in closet as the best solution to maximize storage along the angled walls. The peaceful looking design leads to the bathroom almost as a cave of wonders — providing storage and organization along the way.
Designed as an inventive solution to conserve space in a challenging room, each element of this unit is custom designed to maximize storage within the confines of sloped ceilings and difficult walls.
This custom closet design has it all! With custom drawers and shelving for folded clothing, and plenty of hanging space, organization is made simple. As an added perk, there is an elite valet rod for a planned outfit for a night on the town.
This custom closet design is a prime example of how personalization can really make a design shine. The corner-wrapped unit provides a comfortable space to hang clothes, an overhead compartment to store shoes, drawers, and shelves to place bags and other accessories. There is a window hutch displaying its versatility as it is adorned with an orchid.
This walk-in closet has luxury all around. The expansive design allows the room to remain free and spacious. Features include a wall dedicated to hanging, an large cabinet and shelving unit, and a customized island dresser.
In this second view, the magnitude of storage area is displayed with its extravagant section for hanging clothes, plus the additional modestly sized holding areas. The large cabinet and provided shelves are perfect for organizing casual folded items or linen.
In a third viewing, the unit provides further capacity for hanging clothes and demonstrates maximization of space by the way the rods are enveloped by the corner of the room. Along with the hanging areas, there is a sky-high shelving system ideal for shoes galore.
This design is enhanced by the natural beauty of the sun as its unique qualities are illuminated under sky lights. The closet is open and free as the units are designed to flatter the angles of the room. Providing storage essentials such as hanging rods, shelves, drawers, and a separate section for shoes, the organization system also includes a convenient centered island for additional storage.
Teri designed this closet with everything in mind from luxurious form to efficient function. The walk in closet is designed with Bella 5 piece doors in a VIVA Winter Fun laminate with countertop accents of Blackwood. Slanted shoe shelves with shoe fences are a unique finishing touch as well as accessories including valet rods, pull-out hampers, and mirror doors.
Adapting to the compact space of the room, this design eases organization by condensing storage essentials. The unit includes two hanging rod sections, shelving areas for folded clothes or shoes, and drawers for miscellaneous wardrobe items. The lavish and rich woodwork gives this system an upscale appearance.
This elegant and distinguished design beautifully encases an array of clothing behind glass doors. Providing ample space to categorize an entire wardrobe, clothes can be organized by type, season, or color. Overhead cabinets are suitable for additional belongings such as shoes, folded clothing, purses, or linen.
This all-encompassing design offers tons of organization with cabinets, drawers, hanging, shelves, and even a special shoe spinner. The arrangement conserves a pivotal amount of space in which it wraps around the room making this closet as comfortable as possible.
This reach-in closet may be in a compact space, but it is offers plenty of organization for a reach-in closet. The three separate hanging rods allow categorizing clothing by season or delicacy. The centered shelving system can be used for folded clothing, shoes, or any items desired to be stored away.
This closet has been designed in an Intrigue laminate and it definitely sparks visual interest. The closet is focused on maximizing the space without lacking any organization essentials. The arrangement includes a wide array of shelves, drawers, hanging rods, a pull-out hamper, and greatly accommodating shoe cubbies.
This customized walk-in closet has a rustic and unique appearance that suits the homeowner's personality. One of the benefits of getting a custom closet is that you get what works best for you rather than an out off the shelf solution. Owning a custom closet like this one makes it easy to stay organized because everything has its own spot. It also increases the amount of available storage space to accommodate the owner's extensive wardrobe.
This walk-in closet has a dream-like appearance as the white laminate glows underneath the light fixture. The custom design spans the wall maximizing the space while providing hanging, spacious shelving, drawers, and not one, but three pull-out hampers.
This walk-in in an ivory laminate is a classic beauty with a modern flair. Contempo drawer faces, polished chrome standard handles, and a 360 organizer all outfitted in an antique white creates the transitional aesthetic. A bank of drawers and shelves ensure places for all folded clothing and customized hanging sections are perfected for short and long hang items.
What could be more perfect than having your very own closet for jewelry? This compact nook has been transformed into a storage center for a collection of necklaces with velvet backing, two elite double hooks, and 7 tie racks.
This custom wardrobe makes bedroom storage easier than ever before by providing closet space otherwise not supplied by the home. The unit has Unity wood door fronts that have been doweled together to open up neatly together. Brushed chrome Metro handles add a contemporary charm to this piece.
The versatility of this design is clearly displayed when the doors are open. Multifaceted features include hanging space, adjustable shelves, scalloped-edged pull-outs, and pull-out shelves for shoes.
Incorporating a window in a closet can be tricky but this design shows how the window is effortlessly integrated and flattered with a beautiful bench seat. Shoes can easily be stored on the shelving included in the bench seat.
The attractive table desk in the center of the room is high on style and great for projects and things that need tabletop space, but offers virtually no storage. Closet Works came to the rescue by adding abundant shelving on the walls and surrounding the window. A wall-to-wall two person credenza with file drawer storage was also added to accommodate multiple workers.
DetailsThis home office design carves out a separate home office corner from a larger room. The Shaker bead board cabinet door fronts bring in the clean and casual aesthetic from the rest of the home. The white is accented by a light gray wood tone countertop the color of driftwood. The overall effect is sophisticated, yet light hearted. Accessories include a locking file drawer cabinet and vented cabinet under the desk to hide the hard drive and printer.
This craft room/art studio offers an inspirational space to let your imagination flow freely. With seating for two crafters or artists, the light, bright space keeps everything clean, fresh and organized to maximize the available resources for two creative minds to work at once. Pull-out shelving is a great way to organize paints and small jars that tend to make a space messy and cluttered.
DetailsThis home office design is timeless and elegant. The unit in white laminate with Regal drawer faces is illuminated by the chandelier — bringing out the charm, contrast, and fine details of this piece.
This home office nook was created from the space previously occupied by a standard reach in closet. The space creates the perfect private refuge for work.
This is a wall bed with Regal doors and a Cocoa countertop. The design has brushed chrome Moderne handles and contemporary crown molding for an effortlessly transitional look. The design offers shelving and cabinets for storage along with the comfort of a full size mattress when folded down.
Sloped walls and ceilings can make it difficult to picture how much space you actually have to use in a room. In this sloped ceiling case, Teri creatively designed a home office work space to maximize every inch along the angles of the room. The design has a charming Cocoa Bean laminate countertop to give the space some personality.
The design continues with further office storage including a countertop that wraps around the corner and generous shelving and file drawers. By maximizing all of the tricky angles of the room, the space has a free and relaxing feel.
Implementing a custom desk can instantly transform a home office space. Designed in a naturalesque Blackwood laminate that includes backing and a stylish Weekend Getaway countertop, this workspace offers a relaxing, stylish space to escape from long days.
This floor-to-ceiling shelving system surrounds a sliding glass patio door which leads onto a balcony. This unique use of built in bookshelves acts a storage system, frame for the doorway, and a place to customize the home with artwork and personal memorabilia. The wall unit draws attention to the patio door and the beautiful view of the river available from this condo unit.
DetailsThis media center was designed as a multifunctional system — created to keep the entire family happy and organized. Spacious cabinets are used for arts and crafts storage and a built in desk becomes the perfect work space. A variety of textures are used including frameless glass cabinets and frosted glass inserts.
DetailsThere is an ease to this design which makes it an excellent organization system for storing and displaying a medley of things. The shelves can hold a collection of books, movies, or can be a place to present photographs or fragile items. Unsightly clutter is reduced with the addition of this greatly accommodating and handsome unit in the home.
This design goes beyond the what a standard bookcase could offer. There is a modern twist on the arrangement as it hugs the corner of the wall to maximize corner storage space in this room. Lower cabinets in the design provide storage to keep the room from becoming cluttered and messy.
Extra storage is always a blessing in a busy home. This modestly sized unit fits compactly in the recessed wall increasing space while providing a perfect place for storage of things that would otherwise clutter up a room. Included is a convenient hutch ideal for displaying photographs, decorations, or a vase of flowers.
A family room is always enhanced with a media center that showcases the features of the room. This design creates a beautiful contrast of light and dark as it balances aside the fireplace and the television. Movies, games, books, and electronics with messy wires are kept neat and in order.
Each detail of this design works together to form a symphony for the eyes. The geometry of this unit is not only visually appealing with its Round Oil Rubbed Bronze knobs, but it is incredibly practical by including an abundance of elongated cabinets and a wide range of drawer sizes. There is no such thing as clutter when you have an organization system like this!
This unit spans the wall in a creamy Ivory laminate with Emerald Oil Rubbed Bronze handles and Contempo crown molding. All panels have been routed for electrical cords and a special cut-out has been made to fit a mini fridge.
These bookshelves have been blended to perfection with the aesthetic of the home as they are custom fit into the alcove of this soaring wall.
This wall unit outfitted in white with a cocoa countertop is a great example of a transitional and flexible design. With its neutral colors and ambiguous hardware, the unit can adapt to an array of living room decor. This media center is fully backed with 3/4 inch laminate, except for the center console created for a large flat screen television.
Teri designed these transitional-style laundry cabinets in a classic white laminate with Tuscany doors and brushed chrome Emerald handles and knobs. The design brings ease and elegance to this part of the home with a brand new way for the family to stay organized.
The chore of laundry can in fact be made more tolerable if there is an organization system that meets the requirements for completing the arduous task. This unit aids the process by providing designated areas for detergent and fabric softener, a section to hang laundry fresh out of the dryer, and also a large cabinet for other household items relavant to be stored in a laundry room. The washing machine and dryer fit like a glove in the corner of the wall in between the window and the tall cabinet. The elevated cabinets are perfect for keeping dangerous chemicals away from small children and pets.
Linen closets are usually pretty simple and straightforward but Teri was able to elevate this closet by transforming it into a modern design with frosted glass inserts in Bella open frame doors. To polish the modern look off, brushed chrome Moderne styles were added to the doors.
Teri designed this small broom closet along with some coat hooks to help ease storage constraints in a small home. This third-floor walk-up lacked a coat closet or mudroom, and there was no practical place to build one inside the unit. However, there was plenty of space outside the back door at the top of a private staircase.
The addition of a custom mudroom can be just the right thing a family needs to be on their way for perfect organization. This design has been customized with plenty of double hooks for jackets and bags, drawers and cabinets for loose items, and even a shoe cubby section to make it easy for everyone to keep track of their shoes. The unit has been finished fine details such as Windsor Crown molding, Shaker Mission doors, and oil rubbed bronze strap hardware.
This design is customized to meet all organizational needs for laundry room. There is a compartment included to fit stacked laundry units like a glove. Cabinets are offered to put away detergent and various cleaning products. A pull-out canvas lined hamper is provided to keep towels or temporarily separate colored clothing from whites. Accommodating for a laundry basket or for folding items, there is a spacious countertop.
For a narrow walkway, this design completely maximizes the space with its condensed yet greatly accommodating features such as different sized cabinets, drawers, a hanging rod, and a convenient countertop. In a bright white laminate, the laundry organization system gives the room a clean and refreshing feel while you are doing your chore.
This custom mud room defies the term "mud room" as it is a sparkling white and clean design ideal for the modernist to stay organized in this actively used area of the home. Cabinets, drawers, and cubbies are supplied to store all outergear, shoes, and various household items in need of a proper place. Custom bead board backing and benches have been integrated to make this a stand-out organization system.
This custom laundry room and utility room has been outfitted with cabinets designed to fit everything to perfection. The custom heights offer generous space for the washer and dryer and also provide clearance for the refrigerator. The cabinets are designed with Contempo fronts and brushed chrome Bar handles.
You'd never guess that this beautiful and cheerful laundry room is located in the basement of the home. Custom cabinetry was added to handle storage needs for laundry sundries. Garage legs were used on the bottom of the laundry cabinetry to raise it up 3 inches off the floor. This is a proactive measure used in many installations below grade.
The back door entrance to the home tends to get messy quickly unless some sort of organization system is in place. It's a drop zone for jackets, shoes, gloves and whatever else you happen to be carrying in an d out of the home. This mud room wall unit provides a place for everything, allowing the homeowners to be greeted by a serene oasis of organization when they arrive home.
With Regal cabinets, glass shelving, custom lighting, and even a custom After Hours accent backing and countertop, this beverage station is all the buzz for coffee beverages. The elegant glass cabinets can be a proud display for favorite mugs and espresso cups.
Open floor plans come with their advantages and disadvantages — downside most often being unavailable closed quarters for kitchen storage. In this case, the lack of pantry closet space was a window of opportunity for a beautiful breakfast nook with expansive pantry cabinets.
DetailsDo you love to prepare gourmet foods but find yourself short on time? A big, organized pantry like this makes food preparation a snap. And this one includes a beverage bar with a wine cooler under the countertop along the back wall to complete the in-home fine dining experience!
Cabinets outfitted with Crescent handles provide pull-outs and shelves for organization of all dry goods and kitchen utensils. Holes have been drilled accordingly in the White Chocolate countertops to accommodate wires for appliances to go in spots that become your first stop in the morning for an uplifting shot of espresso and a toasted english muffin.
DetailsIn a clearly unique space, Teri was able to work with the tight angles and masterfully expand the space with plentiful hooks on cleats and shelving for a pantry and mudroom combination. This family can hang jackets and bookbags and also have clear access to food in the pantry.
Teri designed this small wine cellar as a way for the client to have a special place to store special bottles — and plenty of them, at that. Whereas many wine cellars are dark and cold, this wine cellar has been designed in a light Summer Breeze laminate.
This pantry organization system takes pantry storage to new heights with features to maximize the space. The expansive design creates more efficient pantry storage with its helpful pull-outs, wire baskets, and overhead storage space for cereal boxes and more.
Sometimes your garage has to do a lot more than just store the car. 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 with a variety of storage solutions.
DetailsThe wall organization components are constructed with a heavy duty aluminum track system from Omni Track. It includes simple snap on hooks, baskets and tool holders that are easy to change as the children grow and needs change.
DetailsThis garage cabinet organization system offers storage for everything from small tools to large paint cans and even becomes a spacious work bench for DIY projects. The unit has a modern look with rustic accents for some personal style.
DetailsGarages can have a bad reputation of being dark and clammy but this design proves otherwise. Designed in a Cocoa laminate with Ivory doors, this garage has elegance to go along with the functiona and organization it offers. A sturdy butcher block countertop provides the garage/workshop with the perfect workspace for home DIY projects. Also a functional detail, the cabinets have been placed on leg levelers to protect the system from spills or flooding.
This business requested a wine bar and office area to handle the sampling of various wines and craft beers. Different wines are featured on tap during the week, drawing in customers for planned events that are publicized on the company website and social media pages. Additionally, craft beers and hard liquor is also served. We created a 30 foot square bar/island with a raised office area in the center to meet this challenge.
DetailsThe middle bar hosts several key components, including the 16 bottle wine Cruvenit. This wine dispenser was in storage for years at the shop and became our focal point. After staining the exterior to match our laminate, it was set into the middle bar as a custom built-in. Additional challenges included designing the cabinets to meet the special ventilation needs of the Cruvenit temperature control system that allow it to keep wine fresh for six weeks, eliminating spoilage. The end result, however, was well worth the effort as it anchors the entire design.
DetailsA raised office area was constructed in the in the heart of the wine bar. It allows employees to be involved in all of the day to day activities of the company while the computers, paperwork and files that go with running any kind of business venture remain hidden from view. The goal of this inner office was to build a comfortable work station on a raised platform that could sit two-three people in a concealed manner — employees can see out, but customers cannot see in. This inner office uses the same laminate as the bar, blending everything together harmoniously. Additional storage is included below the raised platform, adding functionality.
DetailsThe middle bar includes a glass shelving area with LED lights to showcase anything from spirits to wine to glassware, depending on the event. The lower cabinets of the middle bar satisfy the storage needs of concealing various glassware, snacks, office supplies and additional spirits under a coordinating laminate countertop.
DetailsTeri designed this expansive wall unit as a brand new way for this interior design studio to stay organized. The special design offers tons of drawers and shelving — including pull-out shelves that make it easy for designers to access their sample books and portfolios.