Denise Butchko

Closet space is some of the most important space in any home. It's not only where we store our clothing that is accessed on a daily basis, it's where we "stash" all kinds of things that we either don't have a specific place for or don't want other people to see when they come into our home.

Having a well-designed, organized closet makes life easier to live. Yes, there's an investment required, but it pays off in spades.

As a closet designer and professional who teaches others how to design custom closet and storage space, it's important to me that people get it right. And by that I mean don't just install some wire shelving units into a closet space any way that they will fit without knowing how they will function.

And if it's walk in closet space, have an additional awareness of the aesthetic. The space can be beautiful enough for you to want to show it off to all of your friends. Remember, it makes your life easier to live when you have a place to put everything easily. And being able to see your wardrobe items saves you from buying more of what you already have (how many pair of black pants are in your closet right now????)

If you'd like to see projects and examples of beautifully designed, highly functional custom storage spaces, you can visit my website: Http://www.ButchkoAndCompany.com/consumer