A Custom Walk-In Closet Provides Space for Growing Los Gatos Families

Posted by Larry Fox on Apr 13, 2016 7:16:07 AM

Belgian chocolate thermally fused laminate makes a beautiful and modern walk-in closet.

Image source: Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets

Any time we do work in Los Gatos, we see the same thing: families strolling around the beautiful, walkable downtown, people getting ready to hike the Santa Cruz foothills, and friends having brunch at the Los Gatos Cafe. It’s a great area, and since it’s within commuting distance of the tech businesses in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, it’s an ideal place to live, especially for people who are moving out of the city and starting a family, and they’re looking for more space. But we also see people whose big houses simply don’t have enough storage and clothing space because the builder made the closet an afterthought.

Topics: Custom Closets, Custom Cabinets, Los Gatos, custom walk-in closets, storage solutions, custom home storage, walk-in closet

Eastern-Inspired Small Space Storage Solutions for Aging Loved Ones in Your Berkeley ADU

Posted by Larry Fox on Apr 7, 2016 4:33:00 PM

A wall bed can make a small accessory dwelling unit into a chic and versatile place to retire.

Image from Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets.

We’ve been working in and around Berkeley for a long time, and we know it’s a place people want to live. But because so many people want to live here, the city has been forced to tighten up its zoning laws. As a result, we’re seeing more and more accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, that are able to serve many functions. These small spaces can transition over the years, changing from a home office, to a guest room, to a storage area and more. Here at Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets, we often see ADUs being used for aging relatives who are looking to stay close to family.

Topics: Custom Closets, Custom Wall Beds, eastern-inspired, ADUs, small spaces, Berkeley, custom offices, storage solutions, custom home storage

Eco-Friendly Custom Home Organization and Storage Solutions Are Energy Efficient and Cost Effective

Posted by Larry Fox on Apr 1, 2016 9:47:34 AM

Bay area residents appreciate the natural beauty, and eco-friendly building materials are another way to express appreciation for nature.

Image source: Flickr CC user InSapphoWeTrust

As a long-time California resident, I know about the area’s relationship with nature. Around the Bay--and up and down the valley--is a surprising amount of natural beauty along with the beautiful new homes, spectacular redesigns, and architecturally-imaginative new tech headquarters. We don’t really care much for sterile office parks (and thankfully many of the tech companies building campuses in the area agree), and we know what we build should complement nature. But we also know that there is no need to sacrifice beauty or design for earth-friendly choices. When it comes to maximizing space, eco-friendly materials go hand-in-hand with smart and elegant design.

Topics: Custom Closets, Custom Murphy Beds, Custom Home Offices, Green, Home Organization, eco-friendly, energy efficient, storage solutions, custom home storage