New Construction Closet Planning

Walk-in Closets:
24" minimum from door edges to side walls allows hanging on side walls
Minimum 5' closet depth allows inward door swing and hanging on back wall
Minimum 11' width allows a center island
Up to 1/3 of space is devoted to shelving, so allow space for shelved items as well as hanging
Reach-in Closets:
No more than 18" from door edges to side walls, to make corners accessible
Use French or bi-fold doors, rather than sliding doors, to allow flexibility for drawer pullout
Ideal depth is 24-27"
Greater depths= wasted space, cannot be utilized
Windows:
24" minumum from window edges to side walls allows hanging on wide walls
Space under window may be used for shelving, hamper or a window seat
Light Switches:
Locate outside the closet, or as close to the door as possible
Ceiling Heights:
10' 6" ceilings offer some "triple hang options"
Angled ceilings less than 7' = no double hang
Walls less than 5' 6" = no long hang
Walls less than 42" = no hanging, poor shelf access
Wardrobe Space Requirements:
Double hang height requirement 84" (Standard installation height for closet systems)
Women's long hang height requirement 68"
Women's medium hang (skirts/slacks); Men's slack hang height requirement 54"