While real people and stories are featured in the article below, the following parties did not receive a personal loan from Discover.
Having plenty of storage can be a mixed blessing. It’s great to have so much space…but we also have a tendency to fill it.
That was the case for Irene, a grandmother in Utah who we visited on our newest episode of Apartment Therapy: Your Space, Your Story. After Irene opened her home to her granddaughter Shalese and her family, Shalese wanted to show her gratitude by updating Irene’s bedroom into a serene, rejuvenating oasis. That included her packed walk-in closet.
The whole project had a budget of around $8,000. The Apartment Therapy Mood Board tool helped us brainstorm, design, and even price our ideas, so that budget could go as far as possible. The Mood Board tool is a great place to turn inspiration into action, and its Cost Calculator, sponsored by Discover® Personal Loans, takes a lot of the guesswork out of budgeting.
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Here’s a closer look at the simple tricks, tips, and hacks we used to make Irene’s closet a more peaceful place to get dressed.
Irene holds onto a lot of items, from favorite skirts to family keepsakes. We can relate! When you want to get organized but you aren’t quite ready to get rid of something, a “maybe box” is a great first step. We worked with Irene to collect the items she wasn’t sure about, which freed up space — physical and mental! — so that we could start with all her favorite clothes, shoes, and accessories. That means that when she walks into the closet, she first sees the items she loves most.
Even a larger closet like this one can get a boost from vertical space! We added cascading hangers that can store multiple skirts, belts, and scarves without taking up any more real estate on the rack. Wall hooks put treasured hats and purses right at arm’s reach so Irene would be more likely to use them more frequently.
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There are so many organizational options out there: The right ones are the ones that suit your closet’s dimensions, so that no space is wasted. We incorporated large storage boxes (perfect for off-season items!), shoe organizers, and acrylic shelf dividers for Irene’s purses — all of which made her closet easier to browse. As we integrated these storage solutions, we made sure that the things Irene uses most were most accessible. Finally, we placed easy-to-install puck lights under shelves and on the back wall, so that Irene can see everything more clearly.
These updates helped turn Irene’s bedroom into a peaceful retreat that reflects her personality, with a closet that’s now an inviting place to get creative with her personal style! If you’re dreaming of a home renovation, Discover® Personal Loans could help you bring it to life.
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