1982
85
$200,000
$20,000
$511,000
No
Closets by Design is a dominant player in the custom home organization industry, offering a powerful and proven franchise model that delivers complete control of the customer experience—from design to installation. Each franchise location manages the full lifecycle of production, including sales, manufacturing, and installation of custom closets, home offices, garages, pantries, wall units, and wall beds.
Founded on a turnkey, vertically integrated business model, Closets by Design equips franchisees with the tools to generate leads, manage operations efficiently, and deliver high-quality products. With every location operating a factory and showroom in a light-industrial setting, owners benefit from the ability to maintain quality control, streamline workflow, and maximize profit margins.
Closets by Design supports its franchisees with disciplined lead generation strategies, a client-focused sales process, and metric-driven operational systems that are designed to scale. This end-to-end approach has helped drive significant success across the franchise system—with the average franchise generating approximately $9 million in revenue in 2023.
Full-service model: design, manufacture, sell, and install
Strong annual average revenue (~$9M in 2023)
Operate your own factory and showroom for greater control
Proven lead generation system and scalable operations
High demand for custom storage and home organization solutions
Extensive support in marketing, sales, and production systems
With its vertically integrated model and exceptional revenue potential, Closets by Design offers a powerful opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking to build a large, scalable business in a thriving industry.
Established: 1982
First Unit Franchised: 1998
Franchised Units: 85
Company Owned Units: 6
States Registered In: All US States
Canada Franchises: Yes
International Franchises: Yes....on a case-by-case basis
Financial Assistance Provided: Yes – only on territory fee
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Co-Operative Advertising: Yes
Training: 2 weeks in California / 3-4 weeks at franchisee site
Ideal franchise candidates are experienced leaders with good people and management skills. They should also possess a hearty appetite to grow a business by building infrastructure to both support and promote that growth. Experience in sales and marketing is a plus but not an absolute requirement. No woodworking or manufacturing experience is necessary. The leading franchisees recognize the value of a franchise model and follow the model as instructed by the Franchisor
Cash Investment: $200,000
Total Investment: $154,000 - $511,000
Minimum Net Worth: $500,000
Franchise Fee: 20,000 + $1,000 per 10,000 household territory fee
Royalty: 7.25%
Ad: 2.25%
Average Number of Employees: Depends on annual revenue
Passive Ownership: No
Home Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: Domestically - No, Internationally - Yes
