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At Catalina Closets, we have spent a lot of time listening to homeowners describe what isn’t working. And one question pops up surprisingly often: “Should my closet system sit on the floor… or hang on the wall?” It’s a great question. And if you’ve been researching floor standing vs wall hanging closet systems, you’ve probably noticed that the internet tends to give very confident answers—usually without context. But closets aren’t one-size-fits-all. The best choice depends o

At Catalina Closets, we’ve helped homeowners all over Madison, Dane County, and the surrounding areas turn cramped, awkward laundry rooms into spaces that finally feel organized, calm, and dare we say pleasant to use. And if there’s one surprisingly common question we hear during laundry room consultations, it’s this: “How deep should cabinets be over a washer and dryer?” It sounds simple. But if you’ve ever bonked your head on an upper cabinet, struggled to reach detergent w

At Catalina Closets, we hear the same sentence from homeowners across Madison and Dane County: “I don’t know why my closet feels so frustrating. It’s not even that small.” And almost every time, the problem isn’t space. It’s how that space is being used—especially vertically. A modern closet isn’t about squeezing more stuff in. It’s actually about designing storage that feels intuitive. Clothes don’t bunch. Shelves don’t overflow. You’re not reaching, crouching, or reorganizi

At Catalina Closets, we’ve stepped into hundreds of closets across Dane County, Madison, and the surrounding areas and there’s one thing we see over and over again. A perfectly good closet corner that’s doing… absolutely nothing. You probably know the one. That inside corner where hangers crash into each other, shelves mysteriously stop short, and anything placed back there quietly disappears for months. Shoes go in and never come out. Sweaters wrinkle themselves into submiss

At Catalina Closets, we’ve seen it time and time again: smart homeowners standing in front of an overstuffed closet, coffee in hand, wondering how things got this out of control. Shoes piled like a game of Jenga. Clothes jammed onto rods that clearly gave up years ago. And that lingering thought there has to be a better way than this. Well, here’s the good news: there is! And it doesn’t involve tearing your house apart or living out of laundry baskets for weeks. Installing a

Let’s be honest: “modern home décor” means something a little different to everyone. For one homeowner in Middleton, it’s all about those crisp, gallery-like white walls. For another in Madison’s east side, it’s moody blue paint, matte black fixtures, and a perfectly curated coffee-table book stack. And for the family in Fitchburg? Modern = “we want it to look clean, but it also needs to hide the chaos of three small children.” But here’s the fun part: Custom built-in cabinet

Most people assume wardrobe cabinets are just… wardrobe cabinets. A glorified box where clothes go to hide. A slightly fancier cousin of the big-box “assembly required” unit that somehow always comes with one mystery screw left over. But if you’ve ever lived with a bedroom closet that barely keeps your shirts off the floor—or worse, that one that seems to attract clutter like it’s auditioning for a hoarding documentary—you already know the truth: Good storage changes your li

Working from home sounds dreamy... Until you realize your “office” is actually a corner of the dining room, a spare-bedroom-turned-storage-unit, or—my personal favorite—the tiny nook next to the water heater that someone once insisted “has potential.” Any of that feels painfully familiar? You’re in the right place! Here’s the truth most homeowners don’t hear enough: Small home offices don’t fail because of their size. They fail because they’re not designed for the way real pe

You’re trying to get out the door on a weekday morning. Shoes are missing, someone’s jacket has vanished into thin air, the dog is chasing a rogue mitten, and you swear you just put the keys “right there” thirty seconds ago. Scene feels a little too familiar? Mudrooms should make mornings smoother. Not feel like the prelude to a sitcom chaos montage. And here’s the good news: with thoughtful mudroom bench storage , your entryway can go from stressful to streamlined. Not Pi

You start out with the dream of a clean, organized space... somewhere you can actually park your car and still find the soccer cleats, the snow shovel, and that one screwdriver that mysteriously disappears every time you need it. But give it a few months (okay, weeks), and suddenly it’s a full-blown avalanche of random bins, tangled cords, and forgotten projects. Sound familiar? Most Wisconsin families use their garages for everything : tools, sports gear, holiday décor, pet

You’ve got a place for pots and pans (mostly). You’ve got a junk drawer that’s, well, doing its thing. But the rest? Somehow, there’s never quite enough storage where you actually need it. That’s where custom kitchen shelving comes in—and trust us, it’s a total game changer! At Catalina Closets , we’re firm believers that kitchen storage shouldn’t just look good. It should work hard. Every inch should earn its keep, from that tricky corner nook to the open wall that’s

Mudrooms are where chaos meets the door. It’s the first stop after school, after soccer, after puddle-jumping. Shoes pile up, backpacks get tossed, and somehow there’s always one stray mitten that vanishes into thin air. But here’s the thing: a well-designed mudroom locker can turn that mess into magic. Yes, especially when you add a few smart (and fun) upgrades that kids will actually use. At Catalina Closets , we’ve designed enough mudroom storage ideas for families a

Living in a small space brings unique challenges when it comes to creating functional, comfortable, and uncluttered rooms. Whether you’re trying to maximize square footage in an apartment or make every inch of your smaller home count, a wall bed for small spaces can be a game-changer. These innovative, space-saving designs are more than just practical—they’re stylish, modern, and designed to seamlessly blend into your home. At Catalina Closets , we’ve mastered the art of

Ever feel like your guest room is wasting space 350 days a year? Maybe it’s the place where laundry gets tossed, boxes get stored, and that treadmill-turned-clothes-rack lives rent-free. But here’s a thought: what if that space could work harder, look better, and still welcome guests in style? Enter: hidden wall beds . Clever, sleek, and just the thing for turning a barely-used bedroom into a multipurpose powerhouse. And here at Catalina Closets , we don’t just install al

Let’s face it: hobbies need space. And whether you’re knee-deep in model trains, elbow-deep in paint, or up to your ears in yarn, every passionate pastime deserves a space that works as hard as you do. The problem? Well, sadly, most hobby areas end up being cluttered catch-alls or half-finished corners. And what’s where we come in. At Catalina Closets , we help people around Madison, Dane County, and the Wisconsin Dells turn chaotic corners into custom sanctuaries. And tod

Let’s be honest: most garages in Wisconsin are more of a catch-all than a carefully considered part of the home. Tools, snow shovels, sports gear, and maybe some of that mystery box labeled "misc." — they all get shoved in and forgotten. But your garage? It deserves better. At Catalina Closets , we believe the garage is an extension of your home — not just a cold storage space with a concrete floor. And when thoughtfully designed, a custom garage in Wisconsin can become

We all have that one space in the house that gets the short end of the organizational stick. For most, it’s the garage. Between seasonal gear, half-finished DIY projects, sports equipment, and holiday decor, it can feel like a catch-all chaos zone. But what if your garage could be functional and beautiful? That’s exactly what we deliver with custom garage cabinets from Catalina Closets . Built with durability, purpose, and sleek European-style in mind, our garage cabinet

Let’s be honest—when most people hear " built-in cabinets ," their minds go completely straight to the kitchen or maybe the master closet. Makes sense. Those are simply the go-to spaces where cabinetry clearly shines. But what if we told you that built-in cabinets could be the secret weapon for nearly every room in your home? Yup, we said it! At Catalina Closets , we’re big believers in stretching the possibilities of your square footage. Built-ins aren’t just about storage

Is your closet overflowing with clutter, leaving you feeling overwhelmed every time you open the door? Imagine starting each day with a...

Your entryway deserves more than just a pile of coats and a heap of shoes. It’s the first impression of your home and the last space you...