The Closet Factory Design Team

Phone: 757-486-2726
Mailing address: Closet Factory - Virginia Beach, 2632 Production Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454

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Claudia Monahan

» As design manager Claudia is responsible for training the design team in all aspects of design. She has over 30 years of design experience, and has more than 500 satisfied Closet Factory clients in the past 7 years. With her outstanding skills of space planning she can design stunning and functional creations for every area of the home. Claudia�s scope of product knowledge brings to her clients an added layer of style and uniqueness.

James Kelly

» Master Designer James M. Kelly has been designing for 15 years. With a Bachelor of Architecture Degree from Hampton University, James has chosen to apply his creative skills in the Tidewater Area. With and acute eye for detail, James will assess your needs on every level. He will take detailed inventory of every item to be stored, and show you a range of solutions with some of the finest hardware, materials, and finishes. Every piece is custom-made with an obsessive attention to detail.In just a short time, James has become an expert designer of custom storage solutions in the Tidewater area. Whether it�s custom closets, home offices, entertainment centers, garages, bookcases, or laundry rooms, James has set the standard for Custom Design Solutions. His vast experience in design coupled with his charismatic personality make him an excellent choice for your personal designer.

Jenny Patterson

» Jenny has done different aspects of design for 30 years. She owned her own business, and after selling that business, she had Closet Factory install a Home Office in her house. She was so impressed with the design, installation and product she decided she would like to put her creative design ideas to work with the closet factory. Jenny has enjoyed working with the Closet Factory for 4 � years. All of her clients love the individual attention she gives to each project.

Deborah Davis

» A graduate of JMU, Deborah is a favorite with professional organizers, builders, designers, and realtors. Deborah works hard to take good care of her clients. She combines a creative, problem-solving approach with excellent follow -up , and careful attention to detail that is second to none. Deb's many years of training and her natural sense of style, proportion, and design harmony will guide you to the most functional and aethetically pleasing space for You.

Tamra Lenz

» Senior Designer Tamra Lenz has completed over 200 projects during more than four years with Closet Factory. Her specialty is innovative design, and she works with individual clients as well as area builders. Tamra receives a tremendous amount of satisfaction as Project Manager for her clients. Many of her clients, as they realize the broad range of designs she can create, ask her to work on multiple projects. As a result, she has a loyal base of repeat clients, and realizes there is no higher compliment than when they refer her to their families and friends. For a look at some of Tamra's projects, please visit the Case Studies area of our website.

Tippi McGinnis

» As a Senior Design Consultant with the Closet Factory, Tippi McGinnis is equally comfortable designing garages, entertainment centers, offices, pantry's, laundry rooms and bookcases/display cases as she is closets. In fact, the more challenging the space and your needs, the happier she is. Tippi brings to this position a lifelong love of art - having studied art history, painting, drawing and batiking - and an avocation for interior design - she's designed friends homes and offices and has documented the designs of her personal spaces for a number of years. Consequently, it is equally important to Tippi that whatever she designs for you looks beautiful as well as being highly functional. Her eye for detail is very much appreciated by her clients, as well as her highly developed space management skills.

Joyce Worthey

» A graduate from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, I have a degree in Display and Exhibit Design. I have been designing spaces for 20 years. My design career has taken me from New York City to Chicago, and now Hampton Roads. I am happy to call Virginia Beach my home. My specialty is home offices and unusual spaces. I love a challenge. Designing for the Closet Factory is great fun. I get work with and for the best people.

Barbara McCandless

» It is truly a joy to have a job in which I can positively impact the lives of others. As a CF designer, I bring a wealth of expertise and creativity to helping my clients maximize the storage in their homes. I approach every new project with energy and enthusiasm, whether it�s making the most of a small reach-in closet, designing a wall unit or home office, or creating a room-size closet. Whatever your need, I am committed to helping you organize and access your belongings in beautiful functional storage systems, custom made for you down to the last detail. I know I�ve been successful when my clients report the enjoyment they have experienced in working with me on their projects, and how peaceful and happy they feel with the finished results of our work together. I never tire of hearing a client say, �I LOVE my closet!�

Rachel Seaton

» As a designer for the Closet Factory, I enjoy the challenges that my clients give me everyday and cannot wait for the next client�s challenge. From home offices, with that oh-so-popular modern touch, to elegant master bedroom walk-in closets, I have been able to keep my creative mind running. I have a Bachelor�s Degree in Fashion Merchandising from Old Dominion University, and have to say that I am proud that my educational experiences match my creative work experiences.

Nareina Keznor

» I have been a designer for The Closet Factory for the past year. I have a degree in Interior Design, with which I have done numerous things with. However, I have thoroughly enjoyed focusing my energy on one particular area of the home. Your closet! I am a working mother of two daughters, so I value the importance of organization. I look forward to helping you achieve a clutter-free, less-stressed way of life.

Sherrin Holder

» I have been a Peninsula resident for over 30 years, and I have worked in the home improvement industry for the past 7 years assisting clients in various remodeling projects. I am happy to say that I have finally found my home with the Closet Factory. With the confidence of knowing I have exceptional management, production, and installation teams behind me, I am able to give my full attention to the wants and needs of my clients. My fascination with design and watching it evolve into what I pictured in my mind began when I designed the plans for a complete remodel of two homes. Now, I love watching the pleasure and excitement in my clients when they see the custom closet, home office, laundry room, entertainment center or whatever we have designed together to make their lives easier. I look forward to working with you and designing your custom storage solution!

Bill Baker

» I live in the Larchmont section of Norfolk with my wife, ten year old son, and a black lab in a one hundred year old home that we're renovating. Our nineteen year old son is a sophomore in college. In the past I have owned my own business and served in the US Army as an infantry officer. Additionally, I have designed tool and equipment storage, sets, and kits for the Air Force. When I'm not designing closets or remodeling, I enjoy boating, scuba, and skiing.

Joe Chiapetta

» I've been in the construction industry for over 35 years. I have worked as a carpenter; project foreman, salesman, sales manager, general manager and most recently a design build representative. My broad range of experience in the construction industry has proven to be a tremendous asset in not only designing storage spaces for my clients but also ensures them that the designs will work properly.