Renewing Teenager’s Space: The Best Custom Closet Transformation

Clear the Clutter

Before you can renovate any space, you need to remove the clutter, and your teen’s closet is no exception. Put aside some time to help them clean out the space.

Teens are often resistant to cleaning their rooms, including their closets, but you try to make it fun. After all, the promise of a newly designed closet is a good incentive. Play their favorite music, have some snacks available, and don’t make any comments on the closet’s present condition. 

Go through the clothing in the space, and help your teen decide whether to keep it or donate it. If something’s been outgrown, it’s time to pass it along to a younger sibling or cousin; you could also donate it to a thrift shop or consign it. 

Once this task is done, you and your teen should have plenty of room for the subsequent steps.

Use Adjustable Shelving and Hanging Space

One nice feature of custom kids’ closets is that they come with adjustable components. Your teen’s needs today might not be the same in a year or two. Look for adjustable hanging rods and shelves that can be moved and reconfigured as their wardrobe evolves. 

This will also be helpful when your teen goes off to college, as you will be able to use the space for your own belongings. If you’re currently struggling to stay organized in your primary closet, the professionals at South Bay Custom Closets have tips for whipping your walk-in closet into shape.

Decorate With Style

Your teen’s closet shouldn’t be strictly utilitarian. You’ll want this to be a place they’ll be proud of, as that will increase the chances they’ll take good care of the space. Find ways to use their favorite colors in the decorating scheme. You might want to paint the walls (do this prior to the custom closet installation), or you could choose to add colorful hooks, or line their shelves with decorative paper in their favorite shades.

He or she might also like to have some photos or artwork highlighted. Hang a bulletin board on one wall for them to have an ever-changing display, or keep a shelf or two clear for a favorite designer purse, a trophy, or some other treasure they’re proud of.

Create Space for Accessories

Teens often add accessories to their outfits as a way to express themselves, so it makes good sense to find space for jewelry, neckties, scarves, purses, and, of course, shoes galore. Compartments, hooks, trays, and other holders can help.

Don’t be afraid to be creative and to think outside the box – or, in this case, the closet. In some cases, your teen might not have enough room for a large collection of accessories, particularly if their closet is small. If this is an issue, think about ways to store items in other parts of the bedroom. The Spruce has some good ideas for finding storage space for shoes, and you can apply this to whatever your teen has a lot of

Stay Organized

Finally, you might need to teach your teen how to stay organized in their new closet. If they’ve previously been uninspired to keep their space neat and tidy, this can take some practice. Encourage them to take a few minutes each day to clean up anything out of place. Also, include closet-tidying in their expected tasks included with cleaning their bedroom.

You’ll want to “inspect what you expect.” Remember, teens aren’t adults, and it’s likely you’ll need to enforce the rules at least once or twice. Go in and make sure they’re keeping up with the necessary chores before turning over full responsibility for the brand-new custom closet system.

Conclusion

You can refresh and renew your teenager’s custom closet with a few simple steps and considerations. Help them clean out the space, make their new closet both adjustable and personal, and have expectations in place for keeping it tidy.

Sources

• https://www.southbaycustomclosets.com/walk-in-closet-organization-tips 
• https://www.thespruce.com/shoe-storage-ideas-for-small-spaces-7480681