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MMANY OF US MAKE RESOLUTIONS to change and improve our lives for the better each year. One resolution that could help you feel better about yourself and your personal space is home organization, and Closet Possible is here to help!

Mention custom storage and most people think about making the most of every inch of space and, once and for all, getting organized. Those are obvious benefits, but custom storage is so much more than, well, storage.

Custom storage is about making life more enjoyable, more convenient, more efficient, and less stressful. Consider the essential storage spaces throughout your home and how a custom storage solution can affect how you live and feel on a daily basis.

The Primary Closet

Your primary closet is your most personal space, even more personal than a primary bath where an electrician or plumber may occasionally visit.

Due to its personal nature, this closet is often a refuge where one can relax and enjoy a moment of solitude. This might mean having precious items nearby and visible behind glass doors with lighting, such as perfume bottles, designer handbags, or even autographed baseballs.

Minor enhancements to a primary closet can have a profound impact on the enjoyment of the space. For example:

• A simple jewelry tray can provide a sense of calm by providing a permanent home for a favorite ring or watch.

• A built-in hamper can reduce stress for someone who is annoyed by the sight of dirty laundry on the floor.

• A valet, one of the most popular closet accessories, can be used to display the next day’s outfit, enabling the wearer to sleep soundly with less rushing in the morning.

The Kids’ Closets

Children young and old need a space for their stuff. A custom-designed walk-in or reachin closet can be equipped with drawers, recessed top shelves, and other features so clothing and other items are easy to access and put away. This leaves kids with less mess on the floor. Less mess means greater focus and fewer distractions when it’s time to do homework or simply get out the door on time.

The Home Workspace

Many people who are now working remotely don’t have a dedicated home office and probably didn’t have time to do more than clear space for a laptop. Unfortunately, virtual presentations from the dining room table or kitchen counter aren’t exactly professional. Customizing a dedicated space, whether a full room, a walk-in closet, or just a corner of a room, can help you be more productive and hold video meetings as if you were sitting in an executive suite.

The Mudroom

An organized mudroom has transformational potential, especially if you have school-aged children. The items traditionally tossed on a chair or table –backpacks, jackets, hats, gloves, scarves, keys and mail – can each have a home in a custom mudroom, eliminating a new mess from being created each day.

The Garage

Remote working means more time at home. As a result, the garage is being reimagined in terms of not only storage, but home-based hobby and activity centers. Stylish flooring, cabinetry, and slat-wall options create virtually infinite design possibilities that allow you to create the right mix of practical storage and innovative recreation space.

The Basement

Once the domain of teens, TV, video games, and assorted activities kept hidden from parents, today’s basements are being converted into high-end dinner theatres, cocktail bars, and entertainment zones. Custom storage solutions keep valuables protected and clutter hidden while creating the right vibe.

The Verdict

Organization? Check. Space optimization? Check. Both create tremendous value in your home and your life. But if you’re only looking at the basic function of a custom storage solution, you’re just scratching the surface of what’s possible. ●