This week, I’m taking a look at athletic-inspired closet spaces! From the pro sports world to maintaining personal fitness, a well-organized athletic wardrobe can make a major difference in staying motivated and staying fit. Here, I want to take a look at what makes a sports closet so special and inspire you to get your own athletic wear in shape!

No matter the league you’re in, or the sport you play, a solid sneaker collection is a must! Every athlete loves a pair of colorful kicks, and these make for great focal pieces and conversation starters, whether a closet, locker room, or memorabilia display. Backlit shelves and a color coordinated arrangement can go along way in creating a “wow” moment for any sneakerhead. Von Miller, our client with the Denver Broncos, was no exception when it came to his shoe collection. See the full tour of his super-closet on CLOSETPHILE here!

More recently, we are working on designs for a top notch trophy room for MLB star Mike Trout, where memorabilia display is a top priority! As a pro athlete, you can imagine the impressive collection of signed sports gear and collectibles. These needed to be both properly showcased, and kept protected. Glass displays and lots of lighting allow for a museum-like experience, where all his many accolades are given a place to shine.

If you’re not looking to display your sports gear, but rather for a more functional solution, look no further than this locker-room inspired closet we designed for a teenage athlete! Complete with custom metal fronts, a full height sneaker wall, and pull-out storage for bats, this closet is preparing the young athlete for life in the big leagues.

Even if you’re an amateur fitness guru, an athletic closet can be a great way to showcase your collection and stay motivated to meet your fitness goals! We had the pleasure of designing a full athletic closet for Khloe Kardashian, where she is able to style her favorite fitness gear — in a way that makes her want to use it! Plus, with so many of us donning our athleisure on a more daily basis, it’s a great idea to treat these pieces like you would any other piece in your wardrobe. Organize by color, category, and style, and ensure there’s proper lighting so getting ready for a morning workout is as streamlined as possible! If space is at a premium in your closet, consider carving out one cabinet where you can style your athletic wear all together — tops above, leggings and shorts below, and an area for sneakers and running shoes close by!

Believe it or not, the common thread that ties all these spaces together — the staging area! Whether it’s an NFL team locker room where players are changing between plays, or a jersey display in a private trophy room, there’s always a need for a nice place to stage. The jaw-dropping dressing rooms of the professional teams feature a separate staging area for each player, complete with space for hanging, a helmet above, and a shoe locker below! Some teams even pamper the players with personalized plaques and first-class lounge level seating!

Finally, no locker room would be complete without a little team spirit! Whether it’s a framed jersey, embroidered gym bags, or a wall-to-wall carpet bearing the team’s mascot, the right pairing of colors can instantly set the tone for a spirited space! If you’re a true sports lover at heart, I hope these themed dressing spaces have you inspired to showcase your own team spirit somewhere in your home, even if it’s for your eyes only!