PERSONALIZED LUXURY
By Contributor
PRODUCED BY:
KEMMIE RYAN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY:
IAN MCLEOD, MAGGIE RIFE PONCE, AND KATRINA WITTKAMP
STYLING BY:
THERESA DEMARIA
HAIR & MAKEUP BY:
DORIA DEBARTOLLO, MEG KOMLENAC AND LEANNA ERNEST
By Contributor
PRODUCED BY:
KEMMIE RYAN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY:
IAN MCLEOD, MAGGIE RIFE PONCE, AND KATRINA WITTKAMP
STYLING BY:
THERESA DEMARIA
HAIR & MAKEUP BY:
DORIA DEBARTOLLO, MEG KOMLENAC AND LEANNA ERNEST

Inspired Closets Chicago, led by Mike and Bobbi Carson, has been designing custom organization solutions for more than 32 years. Serving homeowners throughout the greater Chicago area, the team has installed more than 45,000 tailored solutions, building a reputation on exceptional customer service, unmatched value, and a commitment to repeat clients and referrals. Every project is designed to enhance daily life, blending beauty, functionality, and personal style to create spaces that are as practical as they are inspiring.
What does luxury mean to you in 2026?
What once felt like a luxury is now an expectation. In 2026, homeowners aren’t just hoping for better closet organization, they’re prioritizing fully customized spaces that fit their lives, wardrobes, and daily routines.
What details instantly elevate a space?
Color can instantly elevate a space by shaping both how it looks and how it feels—transforming a closet into a bright, energizing retreat or a cozy, calming escape. The right hues enhance mood, improve visibility, and make spaces feel larger, more organized, and more inviting. Thoughtful color choices turn everyday organization into a more enjoyable, elevated experience.
What materials, technologies, or processes are you excited about right now?
We’re seeing growing interest in textured wood grains and two-tone colors that add depth and a furniture-like feel while remaining durable. Integrated LED lighting enhances function and atmosphere, and our 3D rendering process allows clients to fully visualize their space before installation, ensuring intentional, collaborative design from the start.
How do you ensure every project feels personal and distinctive?
We design each closet around how clients live, what they own, and how they prefer to stay organized. By understanding pain points, daily routines, and preferences, we create custom closets that feel functional, intentional, and uniquely personal.
For more information, call 630-422-1336, visit inspiredclosets.com/locations/chicago, and follow @InspiredClosetsChicago on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
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