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This closet shows an excellent use of the space, especially at the far end. A shallow shelf with drawers provides places for socks, shoes, belts and other small items. The depth of this fixture does not interfere with the ends of the rods on the back walls, and allows plenty of room to comfortably reach the back corners of the closet. An arrangement like this also helps to define individual spaces for those sharing a closet. Layout tip: If your walk-in is less than 6½ feet wide, place hanging rods on one side and shelving and shoe racks on the other for good flow and accessibility.
Walk-in closets have long been favored for their spacious accommodation of extensive wardrobes. If clothes will hang on both sides, ideally the width should be 7 feet. This will allow a 3-foot path down the center of the closet for moving around. Resist the temptation to line the back wall with rods, which tends to take away from space, because the rods have to overlap in the corners.
15. Built-in hamper. There are many things about this closet that more than 21,000 Houzzers love, but a built-in hamper with transportable bags stands out as a favorite. Architect and designer Laurence Tamaccio says people love the space efficiency and warm wood elements found in this Elements closet system, unfortunately no longer available. "This modular closet system truly thinks of everything," Tamaccio says. "There are so many on the market, but there's something about this one that stands out. It's so simple and nicely designed."
Tall, slouchy boots can be a burden to any closet. Here are my favorite ways to keep them in line. Easy: Boot inserts for short and tall boots. DIY version: Placing wadded-up tissue paper or even a bottle of wine in each boot will help them stand tall. Luxury: Hang them if you've got the room. Tight on space: Clear boot boxes can fit two or three pairs and live stacked on a shelf.
It's obvious to hang coats and dresses, but what are some other items that are better hung than folded? Pants: They'll keep their crease best if hung lengthwise from the bottom. You also won't get a weird bubble where the pants were folded over the hanger bar. Blouses or T-shirts: If they're made of thin materials that prove challenging to fold, they always get hung in my closet.
Empty the contents of your purse before it's stored. Crumbs can attract bugs, pens can leak and batteries might corrode. Not to mention the extra weight of a purse might wear out a handle when it's hung. (Many people now hang purses on individual hooks.) Purses: If you've got the space, display purses on a shelf with tissue paper stuffing. The paper will keep their shape and help them sit better. Clutches: They're best filed within the constraints of a shelf divider, open bin or drawer, since they're flat.
full shelf with no doors (if can keep it organized) or can put full doors on each side
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