Building a custom closet can cost anywhere from several hundred to several thousand dollars. The price difference doesn’t only come down to budget versus luxury.
Keep reading to learn more about planning a closet remodel and what factors drive up the cost of custom closets.
How much does it cost to build a custom closet? Factors that impact your budget.
What does your new dream closet look like? The main benefit of a custom closet is that you get to choose your own layout, one that’s a perfect fit for the space. From there, we focus on configuring the storage, selecting materials, and adding those features that make your closet a joy to have.
The size of the closet.
There’s a significant amount of flexibility in the budget between converting a guest room into a closet and remodeling your reach-in. A fully customized reach-in with new doors and top-quality materials can approach $3,000. A luxury walk-in with every amenity and square footage to spare can hit the 10k mark.
However, you can meet all of your needs for less with either size. Where you’re starting from matters, as do the next three factors.
Your choice of materials.
The biggest perk of going custom is that you’re not stuck with flimsy plastic components or poorly fabricated pieces that don’t fit together quite right. Whether you choose melamine or genuine wood, you’re already going to get a much better result than you would with a bought system.
Island countertops, flooring, and other parts where you have a choice of materials will impact the budget, too.
Features and add-ons.
Opting to make hanging space the majority can cut the cost versus something like custom drawers. Additional hanging space is one strategy people use to make closets look custom. With genuine custom systems, you get that benefit plus the exact dimensions and placement you prefer.
From there, extras like integrated hampers, built-in trouser racks, or quiet-close cabinetry can add up.
Enhancements.
Consider these extra extras. Lighting, custom hardware, specialized organizing inserts, and luxury stone countertops. All of these features can be well worth the cost. Custom hardware gives you an additional opportunity to execute your design vision down to the smallest detail. Organizers reduce the time spent maintaining your closet, while lighting showcases your wardrobe in ways that make getting ready much easier.
Even something like a premier countertop offers more durability and timelessness. Approach enhancements with an eye on longevity and quality of life, and you’ll never waste a penny.
How long does a custom closet take?
A custom closet can take one day or a few weeks to install, but that doesn’t include planning and preparation. Once you design a custom closet, it must be fabricated by craftspeople to your exact specifications. This can add weeks to your timeline.
Read more about what to expect during a closet remodel.
Does a custom closet add value to your home?
Custom closets add more appeal than quantifiable dollar value. If you’ve put time into great design, a prospective buyer will always put a custom closet in the “plus” column.
The National Association of Realtors finds that homes with custom features, especially storage, sell faster at higher prices. That aligns with home trend reports that find more buyers want custom features that set the property apart from the neighbor’s house.
A professional designer helps you manage your custom closet budget.
Selling or not, a custom closet helps maximize the useful, enjoyable space in your home. Why not get it perfect in one seamless, enjoyable project experience? That’s how it works at The Designery. From pro designers who have unlimited inspiration within your budget to VR demos that help you fine-tune plans before you break ground, we have everything you need under one roof.
To inquire about any of the features we mentioned today, or begin planning your closet remodel, schedule your free consultation.
