Design Spotlight: Storage Solutions by Richard Laughlin

Richard Laughlin, Laughlin Homes & Restoration, Fredericksburg, Texas

Specific storage requirements need custom solutions to make effective use of space and features. These designs provide our clients with elegant, practical solutions to meet their particular needs.

(Photos: Blake Mistich Photography)

 This 4-by-9-foot closet is perfect for storing Christmas wreaths and a Christmas tree with all of its trimmings. No need to disassemble after the holidays; next Christmas, simply slide the tree to its designated spot and you’re ready. 

With the goal of providing a visually pleasing way to store and display the homeowner’s 1,000-bottle wine collection, the glass walls of this wine room create a spacious feel and add depth and interest. The wet bar offers a relaxing area for entertaining.

Located directly off the kitchen, the open butler’s pantry features ample storage and practical functionality for accessing recipes from favorite cookbooks. A sink and state-of-the-art appliances provide for easy cleanup.

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This story originally appeared in the Winter 2019 version of Custom Builder. See the print version here.