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Upgrade to A Boutique Closet

From Spare Room to Showroom: How DelMarVa Homeowners Are Creating Luxury Walk-In Closets at Home

Dreaming of a Boutique Closet? You’re Not Alone.

More and more Delaware homeowners are transforming underused spaces into luxury walk-in closets, complete with display shelving, vanity stations, built-in drawers, and even island storage. What was once a trend in high-end homes is now an attainable upgrade for everyday living.

At Behind Closed Doors Custom Closets & Cabinetry, we specialize in room-to-closet conversions that blend elegance with function without sacrificing the soul of your home.

Why Convert a Room into a Walk-In Closet?

✅ Maximize Space You Already Own
That guest room that only gets used twice a year? Or the office no one uses since the laptop moved to the kitchen counter? These spaces are prime real estate for a personalized, spacious closet.

✅ Add Everyday Luxury to Your Routine
Imagine walking into a space designed just for your wardrobe, shoes, bags, and accessories—with built-in lighting, full-length mirrors, and soft-close drawers. It’s not just beautiful—it’s functional luxury.

✅ Boost Home Value & Appeal
According to Zillow, custom closets—especially spacious, walk-in ones—are on the wish lists of modern homebuyers. A thoughtfully designed boutique closet can enhance resale appeal without the cost of a full room remodel.

Features Delaware Homeowners Are Loving

Display Cabinets & Glass Doors
Showcase designer bags, shoes, or jewelry while keeping everything dust-free.

Built-In Seating & Vanity Stations
Turn your closet into a personal retreat, not just a storage space.

Hidden Storage & Soft-Close Drawers
Tidy everything behind closed doors with custom cabinetry built from real wood—never fake laminate or MDF.

Lighting That Works and Wows
We integrate LED lighting so you can actually see your clothing—and enjoy the mood it creates.

Tailored Layouts
Unlike national brands with modular constraints, we design around you. Sloped ceilings, tight angles, and tricky alcoves are no problem for our local craftspeople.

Why Delaware Homeowners Choose Behind Closed Doors

Real Wood. Real Customization.
We don’t build from pre-set kits. Every closet is made to order with premium materials and craftsmanship.
Local Expertise, Not a Franchise Script
We’re proud to serve Delaware and Eastern Maryland, with a team that lives here and understands your home styles and space constraints.
Competitive Pricing Without the Frills
National brands often mark up their prices for name recognition. We deliver high-end results without inflated costs.

Start Your Walk-In Closet Transformation

Whether you’re dreaming of a full dressing room, a his-and-hers walk-in closet, or a converted spare room, Behind Closed Doors is here to bring your vision to life—with unmatched craftsmanship and local care.

Schedule a free consultation and let’s design the boutique closet you deserve.

📍 Serving: Rehoboth Beach • Lewes • Annapolis • Bethany Beach and beyond
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How to Design Your Dream Closet: A Step-by-Step Guide

At Behind Closed Doors Custom Closets & Cabinetry, we believe your closet should be more than just storage space. It should reflect your lifestyle, support your daily routines, and bring order to your space in a way that feels effortless and beautifully designed. Whether you’re envisioning a luxurious walk-in or a space-saving reach-in system, our process is designed to deliver fully customized solutions that seamlessly blend function with style.

Here’s how we transform your vision into a well-organized reality:

1. Personalized Consultation

Every project starts with a conversation. During your free in-home consultation, our expert design team will:

Evaluate your space and take detailed measurements
Learn about your wardrobe, habits, and what’s not working with your current setup
Share ideas and inspiration that align with your lifestyle and design preferences

This collaborative approach ensures your closet works seamlessly with how you live every day.

2. Interactive 3D Closet Design

Once we understand your needs, we bring your vision to life using advanced 3D design software. This allows you to:

Visualize your space in detail before construction begins
Experiment with layouts, finishes, and features in real time
Feel confident about every design decision before moving forward

Your dream closet becomes something you can see, explore, and fine-tune with ease.

3. Exceptional Materials and Local Craftsmanship

Our materials are selected with care and built to last. Choose from a wide range of high-quality laminate options for sleek, modern looks, or elevate your space with real wood like white oak, walnut, cherry, or birch. These natural hardwoods bring character, durability, and warmth to any space.

All of our cabinetry is crafted locally by skilled artisans who take pride in precision and detail. Whether you prefer the contemporary appeal of clean finishes or the timeless charm of natural wood grain, we’ll build a closet system that suits your taste and endures daily use.

4. Seamless, Professional Installation

Once your design is finalized, our expert installers bring it to life with:

Clean, respectful work in your home
Timely and efficient installation
A thorough final walkthrough to ensure everything meets your expectations

We handle every detail so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish.

5. Ongoing Support and Flexibility

Our relationship doesn’t end after installation. As your lifestyle changes, your closet can evolve too. We offer:

Modifications or expansions for growing wardrobes
New accessories or reconfigurations as your needs shift
Ongoing service and support from a team that knows your space

We’re here to make sure your closet continues to serve you well for years to come.

Why Homeowners Choose Behind Closed Doors

✔ Fully custom designs built around your space and lifestyle
✔ Premium materials including real hardwoods and quality laminate
✔ Locally manufactured cabinetry crafted by skilled artisans
✔ Experienced team of designers, project managers, and installers
✔ Full-service process from concept to completion

Ready to Get Started?

Let’s create a closet that works beautifully and looks even better. Book your free consultation today and take the first step toward a more organized, personalized home.

Five Signs it’s Time to Upgrade your Closet

March is here—a time for spring cleaning and organizing! So what better time to start thinking about your closet storage needs! If you’ve been weighing whether the time is right to finally pull the trigger on a custom closet, let us help! Here are five signs that it’s time to upgrade your closet.

1. It’s a mess

The No. 1 sign that it’s time to upgrade your closet is clutter! Sure, you can add in hampers, baskets and bins to try to control the mess, but the simple fact is if you don’t have enough space, the only solution is to install a better functioning closet. Period.

2. You can’t find anything

We’ve all been there—you’re staring into your closet searching for a specific shirt, dress or pair of paints, but it’s eluding you due to clutter and chaos. If you’re relying on builder-grade closets that don’t cater to your individual wardrobe, then you’re in need of a solution that will make your life easier—a better functioning closet! Think built-in drawers, varying height hanging areas, dedicated shoe storage, and maybe even an island to store accessories if you have space!

3. You don’t have enough storage space

When we say you don’t have enough storage space, we mean you don’t have enough usable storage space. Most builder-grade closets neglect to take full advantage of vertical space, which results in a lot of wasted space. Builder-grade closets also don’t give you the diversity of storage that a custom closet does. They mainly include hanging space and shelves—no drawers, no shoe racks, no dividers. You’ll be amazed at how much you can actually fit into your closet once your custom closet is installed!

4. Getting things down is a workout

If you’re forced to stack sweaters, jeans and other foldable clothing on high shelves, you’re in for a workout every time you have to get them down. Customizing the height of your closet shelves is one of the best features in a new closet, as it allows for easier access to everything in your closet!

5. You dread changing out your wardrobe each season

You know your closet isn’t functioning properly if you absolutely dread changing out your wardrobe each season. That means the clutter and chaos have gotten so out of control that you can’t even bring yourself to get into the right mindset to start sorting. Breaking out your spring or fall wardrobes should be exciting, not seem like a chore. Bring some joy back into your life with a custom closet this season!

How to Purge your Closet

November is here, which means cold weather is right around the corner! As you’re pulling out all of your cold-weather gear, why not spend a little extra time purging your closet of pieces that you no longer wear or want? We know closet purging can seem like a chore, but trust us, you’ll be thankful to shed the excess clutter so that getting dressed is easy and fun again! Here are our top three tips for purging your closet.

Try Everything On

Even if you know you want to keep something, trying the item on is essential to the purging process. It makes you feel and see the piece of clothing in a singular setting so that you are able to make a decision on whether it stays or goes. The top reasons people get rid of clothing are: it’s dated, it’s worn, and it no longer makes you feel your best.

Sort Items into Piles

We recommend sorting your clothes into four piles: keep, discard, maybe, and seasonal. The seasonal pile contains items you want to keep but that are out of season. The keep pile can go back into your closet; the discard pile can be donated or consigned; the maybe pile can be stored in a bin in your closet so you have the option to bring a few items back into your wardrobe if you decide you need them; and the seasonal pile can be stored away until the proper season rolls around.

Wait a Few Weeks

Live with your wardrobe for a few weeks before adding anything new. That will give you time to make sure you truly love the items you kept and to see if there are any holes in your wardrobe now that you’ve purged some items. You’re looking for quality over quantity so be sure any additions are items you truly love!

As a general rule, if you haven’t worn anything in over a year, it should probably go to the maybe bin—unless it’s special occasion wear or has sentimental value. The maybe bin is a great way to purge without remorse. If you end up pulling out an item to wear, you can go ahead and add it back into your wardrobe. Items that aren’t worn within a year should be donated or consigned.

Now that you’ve purged your wardrobe, it’s time to start thinking about whether your closet is working for you. From reach-in to walk-in to fully custom boutique closets, let us create the closet of your dreams at Behind Closed Doors! Contact us today!