Measure the height, width and depth of your closet and record the measurements. Most closets aren't square, so take your measurements at three locations. Use the smallest measurement of the three to make a scale drawing of your closet on a piece of graph paper.
Identify the types of storage you need. Sort or itemize the articles of clothing you have in your closet, and estimate how much space you'll need for each. For instance, you'll need about a foot of shelf space per pair of shoes and 42 inches for hanging shirts, jackets and cardigans.
Visit your local home improvement center to determine the types of closet remodeling options available. Compare these options to your storage needs, and write down the dimensions and prices of those that suit you.
Add possible closet organization solutions to your sketch. Placing shelf and drawer towers in the center of the closet and putting rods and other shelving on either side will create an attractive design. Consider which items in your closet you use most, and plan to locate them centrally for easy access.
Make closet organization unit selections based on function and budget first, then on style. Purchase or order your final selections from your local retailer.
Remove all articles of clothing and other items from your closet. Sort them according to how they will be stored in your newly remodeled closet. Store them far enough from where you're working so they won't get damaged.
Remove any shelving or closet rods from your closet. Spackle holes, allow the compound to dry and then sand it smooth. Repaint just the spackled areas or the entire closet.
Measure and mark off the location of your closet organization pieces. Install them according to manufacturer's instructions, using the provided installation hardware.