From custom closets to home organization solutions, Bella Systems - Custom Closets delivers premium quality and expert craftsmanship. We design, manufacture, and install reach-in and walk-in closets, kitchen pantries, garage storage, and more. Using advanced 3D design software, we help you visualize your ideal space before we begin. Visit our showroom today to get started!
Embarking on the journey of creating a custom closet begins with an initial consultation with your designer. This is a crucial step where you discuss your vision, needs, and preferences. The designer will ask questions about how you intend to use the space, what items you plan to store, and any specific materials or finishes you have in mind. This conversation sets the tone for the entire project and ensures that both parties are aligned from the start. During this phase, measurements of your space will be taken so that the design proposed fits perfectly within your allotted area.
After gathering all necessary information, the closet designer will craft a tailored design solution for your space. When ready, they'll present a detailed plan often using 3D renderings or drawings to help visualize the final result. This presentation not only showcases the layout but also includes aspects such as color schemes and hardware options. At this point, feedback is essential as it allows for adjustments and refinements before finalizing the design. It's an interactive process meant to ensure that every detail meets your approval and functionality requirements.
With a design direction in place, selecting materials becomes the focus. Your closet designer will guide you through various options for wood finishes, metals, glass elements, and other materials that make up your custom closet components. They'll inform you about durability, maintenance requirements, and aesthetic appeal of each choice to help you make informed decisions that align with both your lifestyle needs and personal style preferences.
Once every aspect of the design has been finalized and approved by you, the next step is coordinating installation logistics. The designer usually oversees this process to ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish. They work closely with installers or contractors to maintain quality control throughout assembly and fitting stages while adhering strictly to agreed-upon timelines. Their involvement at this stage is key to preempting any potential issues during installation.
The culmination of working with a closet designer is finally seeing your bespoke closet come to life – fully installed with precision craftsmanship. A final walk-through is conducted where details are reviewed ensuring every element has been executed according to plan leaving no stone unturned in terms of quality and functionally designed storage solutions crafted just for you – elevating daily routines into experiences of organized luxury.
Before diving into the design of your custom closet, take a moment to evaluate your lifestyle. Reflect on how you use your current space, what items you reach for most often, and what pieces are essential to your daily routine. Consider the types of clothing, accessories, and shoes you own and how much space they require. A well-designed closet should cater to these needs efficiently, ensuring that everything has its place.
Regardless of whether you have a spacious walk-in or a smaller reach-in closet, maximizing the available space is key. Utilize vertical space with floor-to-ceiling shelves and hanging rods at different heights to accommodate various garment lengths. Incorporate drawers and cubbies for folded items and accessories. If possible, include pull-out baskets or hidden compartments for laundry and additional storage.
Your closet's layout should reflect the way you dress and live. For example, if you prefer visual ease when selecting outfits, an open layout with visible shelving might suit you best. Alternatively, if keeping things out of sight is more your style, consider deep drawers or frosted glass doors. Ensure that there’s a logical flow within the closet that matches your dressing routine—for instance, placing underwear drawers near the loungewear section.
Good lighting in a closet is not just functional; it can also showcase your wardrobe in its best light—literally. Aim for layers of lighting: overhead lights provide general illumination while LED strips inside shelves or along hanging rods make it easier to distinguish colors and textures. If natural light is available without risking damage to clothes from sunlight exposure, it can add warmth and energy to the space.
Choose materials that not only look good but will also withstand daily wear and tear. Hardwoods or high-quality laminates offer durability as well as aesthetic appeal for structure elements like shelves and drawers. For hardware such as handles and rods, metal options like brushed nickel or chrome provide both strength and style.
Lifestyles change over time—and so do wardrobe sizes and styles—so opt for adjustable shelving systems where possible. Being able to reconfigure hooks, rods, or shelves allows your custom closet to evolve with your needs without requiring complete overhauls.
Finally, personalize your custom closet with details that make the space truly yours—a full-length mirror for outfit checks; soft-close features on drawers; unique knobs or pulls; maybe even a dedicated display area for jewelry or cherished items. These finishing touches enhance functionality while showing off personal style within every corner of this newly designed area tailored just for you.
Use high-end finishes, LED lighting, glass doors, and organized storage.
Prices range from $1,500 to $10,000+, depending on design, materials, and size.
They use melamine, wood, and MDF for durability and style.
Installation takes 1�2 days, but the full process (design to completion) may take 4�8 weeks.
Installation takes 1�2 days, but the full design and production process can take 2�8 weeks.
DIY closet systems ($500�$2,000) are cheaper, but professional custom closets offer better durability and efficiency.