Complete Custom Closet by Chris Gleason

Author:Chris Gleason
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: epub, ebook
Publisher: F+W Media
Published: 2006-03-14T16:00:00+00:00

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Converting a closet into a mini home office is an option for those who don't have an entire room to sacrifice. In this example, the closet is left open because I think it looks great, and I keep it tidy enough to be on display most of the time. If you work amidst clutter, though, you can easily add a set of doors.

The most important part of planning this closet is evaluating your storage needs and working style. I already owned a simple wooden stool that is comfortable for me to sit at, so I played around with a few measurements and decided on a desktop height of 38″ (965mm). I also knew that I wanted as big of a desktop as possible because I need to spread out as I work. This requirement basically divided the space into upper and lower portions. I realized that I could work more storage into the lower area, so I kept the upper area pretty minimal. I like having open shelves to show off knickknacks, and I can always incorporate baskets Y and bins later on if I need to.

I had a lot of stuff to squeeze into the lower area. One of the drawers is very shallow and functions as a roll-out printer tray, which frees up a lot of desktop space and eliminates some visual clutter. I also have a pullout recycling bin, and five deep drawers that hold everything from envelopes to files. For file storage, I used aftermarket drop-in file rails that I bought at an office store. I left one cabinet mostly open so that it could hold a computer tower should I ever give up my trusty laptop. I also dedicated a small portion of that same cabinet to hold cables and cords.

I used ¾″ (19mm) MDF because it speeds up the construction process (you don't need to do any edge-banding). It is also good for the budget. The expense in this project lies in the drawer slides and the recycling pullout rather than high-end veneered plywoods. MDF also takes paint beautifully, which allowed me to experiment with some nifty color combinations. This particular arrangement of doors and drawer fronts really asks for a playful use of color.

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