Contact Lina Meile at 630-779-4613 or [email protected]
"I am proud to be member of the Closet Works team of professionals. I bring my years of experience in space planning and design to create organized, functional and beautiful spaces for our clients.
From the initial design consultation to the completion of the project, my goal is to translate your vision into reality."
As one of Closet Works up-and-coming best designers, Lina Meile makes the process of getting your dream custom closet or organization system easy and enjoyable. She envisions, plans and outfits spaces in a way that makes them both beautiful and functional, balancing aesthetic considerations with space planning that reflects your lifestyle and home.
Contact Lina Meile at 630-779-4613 or [email protected]
Lina is an experienced closet professional, specializing in design and space management. Her talent and achievements are recognized by the ACSP, having been awarded certification from the national Association of Closet & Storage Professionals — the industry's top professional organization.
After this couple decided to build a wall to divide their master closet in two, the window of opportunity was opened to create a dream walk in closet dressing room on her side. Every designerly decision from the artistic Canvas laminate down to the construction details to accommodate the window trim complete this closet into a beautiful, functional, and maximized space just for her.
View MoreThe corner of this dream walk in shows how the design maximizes storage with hanging, shelving, and even a closet hutch with special jewelry drawers with acrylic inserts. The suspended hanging allows for both long hang and medium hang and includes space below to keep a step stool.
View MoreThere's more to this closet than what meets the eye. In a mysterious Haze laminate with oil rubbed bronze hardware, the closet is mutable with both feminine and masculine traits — fitting for either her, or him. The design is outfitted with advantageous closet accessories and custom LED lighting for an opulent, yet low key reverent aesthetic. Additional walk in closet highlights include a 360 Organizer — a Shoe Spinner model for generous storage of all footware and bags.
View MoreOrganization at an early age sets the tone for years to come and this closet sets the perfect example. A custom reach-in closet organization system like this design by Lina will help tremendously with keeping the little one's clothes, toys, and games all in one place while looking neat and tidy.
This walk in closet designed for a male client goes above and beyond with fashion and function. Designed in a sophisticated Sunset Cruise laminate, there is a depth to the color that makes this closet always interesting to look at. Moderne handles, Bella drawer fronts and a Bella open frame with a mirror insert add to the variety of textures in the closet. Shoe shelves with shoe fences make organizing shoes easier (and more stylish) than ever before.
This closet organization system was built in a calming River Rock laminate — a perfect choice for those with an affinity to the gentle touch of nature. This design offers plenty drawer space, eliminating the need for a separate bedroom dresser. Shelves varying in width and height are provided for shoes and all folded items.
The relaxed charm of this closet comes not only from the soft color choice, but with the functional features it offers. A built in laundry basket helps keep clothing from piling up and frees the space from a hamper getting in the way. Hanging compartments have been designed to fit a range of clothing, from medium hang and long hang.
It takes a daring spirit to choose such a vibrant hue and this organization system acts as a gentle moderator to the intensity of the walls. Providing ample storage space, this unit offers rods for hanging various lengthed items and shelves for folded clothing, shoes, and purses. This custom walk-in has been built as a smart solution to a sloped ceiling Room
This additional section of the sloped ceiling closet includes further organizational assets such as drawers, shelves, and pull-out hampers. The unit fits along the wall while also leaving appropriate space to accommodate the hanging rod in the corner
A special place in this custom walk-in closet for sloped ceilings has been designated for a bountiful collection of shoes. Shelves have been built practically floor to ceiling with more than enough space to organize every single pair.
Lina designed this walk in closet with Rain style glass doors, which open up with a touch latch to preserve the pure look of the glass. LED strip lights line the cabinets and illumate the glass creating a calming and serene look for the entire room.
This design encompasses the wall with its melange of cabinets, drawers, and shelves that offer endless storage to maintain a sophisticated and clutter-free atmosphere. The rich, dark cocoa laminate in contrast with the lustrous handles gives this unit a regal and awe-inspiring look.
This walk in closet was designed with style and purpose. The open frame Shaker Mission doors hold white lami inserts, creating a consistent, clean aesthetic throughout the closet where clothes can be concealed and closed off. The transitional design also offers a closet desk that can be used as a vanity or personal office space.
There's something extra rewarding about custom built closet components that make your closet feel truly special. In this closet system, River Rock laminate and brushed chrome Bar handles give the closet a stylish look to pair with the outstanding function of having a built-in dresser to store all your loose garments.
This walk-in closet was designed as a master closet for her — completed with designer details including pull-out sweater shelves and slanted shelves with shoe fences. The design is in our Haze laminate with Villa fronts and brushed chrome Moderne handles.
Lina was able to master the difficult angles of this small space with a design that completely maximizes the space and utilizes the slopes for the best possible storage solutions. Below the slant is a spacious bench for shoe storage and along the slant is an elogated hanging rod.
With a fresh and modern feel, the design is a floating unit with frosted glass inserts placed inside Shaker Mission doors in a warm, grey Breakwater laminate. The design has an outward minimalist look but as you take a further look, careful detailing was included for wire management in the interior of the system.
View MoreThis wall unit is truly a work of art for the art enthusiast. Although the lines are uneven, there is still a balance to this unit that has your eye wandering over the entire composition. There is a wire management cabinet on the bottom that hides those pesky wires from cluttering up the beautiful view.
View MoreVintage laminate, special inserts, custom lighting are just a few stand out features that make this living room media center an awe-inspiring design. Electronics and unsightly wires are cleverly concealed by mesh speaker doors that give the design an entertainment appeal along with warm LED lights that shine through clear glass doors.
This unit in its rustic Merapi laminate emanates the natural beauty of wood in a fresh and modern design as it floats weightlessly along the wall. The arrangement provides ample space for a large television and spacious cabinets for all electronic counterparts with those unsightly wires.
Having your own wine bar can truly transform the home into the ultimate comfort zone — a place where you go to wind down and relax away from the drain of long work days and noisy streets. Something as simple as a wall unit for storage of bottles can be a delight to give character to the room and showcase your spirits. The white laminate is uplifting and acts as an appealing contrast to make the stocked items really stand out.
Lina designed these fireplace shelves to be a welcoming and warmhearted design that acts as a great accent piece and also media storage. The step-patterned, white shelves have a nice contrast with a Cocoa-stained countertop and have harmonious and balanced look.
This built in design looks effortless as it becomes a bonus lower level storage center for books, movies, games, photographs, and more. The design is in white with a Cocoa countertop for added elegance and contrast.
This guest room is versatile space. A Murphy bed with closet wardrobe system ensures there is both sleeping and storage space when needed. The bed is queen size, and it's surrounded by numerous built-in closet cabinets. A drawer and shelving unit adds even more storage on the opposite side of the bed near the window.
View MoreThis home office design is in an urban setting where a husband and wife duo often work from home. Originally a spare bedroom, this room opened the perfect opportunity to create an oasis for the family to spend time in. An overall modern and clean aesthetic along with modern storage solutions transform this space into a functional and fashionable work zone.
View MoreThis sleek and modern design offers features that streamline organization including curved shelves, an expansive desktop, and shelves for memorabilia. The functional details of this design allow the client's precious mementos to be proudly displayed.
View MoreAs a design that takes full advantage of the space, this home office desk and cabinetry wraps around the room. In a beautiful Winter Fun! laminate with an After Hours countertop and Infinity handles, this design has a pleasant contrast and transitional look that could match any decor. The spacious countertop and wrap-around style desk creates a relaxing and environment for an effient workflow in the home.
This custom home office wall unit rests on the wall like a piece of modern art. The sleek libretti laminate and square brushed chrome handles are a contemporary touch to the cutting-edge arrangement. All office accessories will have a place on the spacious shelves and the cabinet can conceal the eyesore of paper and folders.
This custom home office design takes a modern approach and is successful in its new-fashioned look. The Libretti laminate creates a beautiful and dramatic contrast against the white walls thus revealing a state-of-the-art aesthetic. The unit is adorned with square brushed chrome handles and the drawers have locking capability for valuables to be kept safe and secure.
As an addition to a guest room, this wall bed becomes a statement piece with a Cocoa Bean laminate — a natural look with modern accent s. The design has Aspen cabinets with shelves and overhead compartments for storing linen or showcasing decor.
Mudrooms function as the convenient “drop zone” located at the back door and this one was no exception. As a major part of the morning and evening ritual, this mudroom/laundry room design needed to keep the clients effortlessly organized, even as they rushed in and out during their daily routines. It also needed to blend with the rest of the home’s new aesthetic, presenting a clean, bright, modern feeling — despite the lack of exterior windows to let in the sun.
View MoreWe built a matching cabinet next to the washer and dryer to enclose the laundry sink. The upper cabinets were built with quarter inch of space on either side to accommodate uneven walls. The cabinets are in a Summer Breeze laminate with white frosted lami glass inserts.
View MoreThis wrapping mudroom design maximizes storage and organization using both upper and lower corner shelving and convenient hooks. The design is stylized using beadboard backing and a Cocoa countertop for an elegant contrast.
This mudroom design is display of how a compact space can be transformed to a fully functional storage trove. Oil rubbed bronze hardware, a Corretto Cherry bench countertop, and Elite beadboard backer are all elements to complete the beautiful, transitional design. The fine details of this design go beyond looks alone — offering cabinet and drawer storage, hooks for jackets and bags, and a convenient pull-out shelf at the bottom of the unit.
This elegant entryway design has Lowland wood fronts, a Cocoa-stained bench seat, series of double hooks, and chrome Contempo knobs. Although compact, this entryway design is extremely helpful as the drop off zone when coming in the home after a long day.
This custom organization system multitasks by functioning as garage and mud room storage. The unit provides two cleats with six hooks each for hanging up jackets and cubbies for storing shoes. The additional cabinetry serves as proper garage storage for tools, toys, and various sports equipment.
View MoreThis organization system is sleek in its Moonlight laminate giving an industrious feel to the working garage. Contempo door fronts and brushed chrome metro handles are features that add a modern flair.
View MoreThis garage design is brimming with organization by including an expansive wall track system for all tools and accessories. A bright butcher block countertop contrasts nicely with the smooth and dark Moonlight laminate.
View MoreWOW! Lina designed this stunning pantry in a River Rock laminate with tons of functional and stylish details. The walk-in design has expansive corner shelving to maximize food storage space in addition to convenient wire baskets and pull-out shelves. Brushed chrome Synergy knobs and Regal doors add to the unique look.
This was the available space Lina worked with prior to the River Rock pantry install and she truly transformed the walk-in closet into a breathtaking design. She used both functionality and fashion while completely maximizing the space.