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Does Your Closet Have Enough Room for Your Clothes?

by | Aug 8, 2019 | Homeowners

Closets are getting a lot more attention these days. Too little room means stuffing items together and once something is pulled out, the space may require some attention to look presentable.  However, when clothes and accessories are organized and easy to reach, they look their best and… it feels good to you. Our desire to look good as we manage our busy lifestyles makes it more important than ever to have enough space to hang, fold and stack clothing efficiently.  The result leads to less reliance on irons and steamers. It also minimizes frustration by saving time when searching for the right outfit. Let’s start with the wall closet – the most common type of bedroom closet. Also known as a reach-in closet, you want to have enough space to give clothing on hangers at least a couple of inches in both front and back to hang freely. This requires a minimum depth of 24 inches within the interior walls. And chances are you desire more than just one rod to hang things. The trend in today’s closets is transitional design that makes all types of clothing and accessories easily accessible. Here are the characteristics every good wall closet should have… Spaces to hang both long and short hanging items Several open shelves with varying heights An area for shoes Space to hang ties, belts, handkerchiefs and scarves Although optional, it’s great to have a bank of drawers – but this depends on how wide the closet is. For wall closets with two or more doors, the interior width should be at least 60 inches. One door closets may...

Which Kitchen Island is Right For You?

by | Jul 31, 2019 | Homeowners, Interior Designers, Uncategorized

Kitchen islands are a must for luxury homes because homeowners love the extra storage, seating, and workspace. There are six basic types: L-shaped, U-shaped, Galley, Circular, Rolling, and Furniture Style. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses. For example, a round or half-moon island can accommodate the most seats, but unless you employ the creative solutions of Cornerstone Cabinet Company professionals, storage space is quite limited. Whichever style you choose, keep on trend by including kitchen island cabinetry for dishes and appliances, a second sink, and pub chairs for casual dining. Learn more about choosing the best kitchen island for your space...