Our Team

At the heart of California Closets is our philosophy of customization. Experience has taught us that no two customers are the same, especially when it comes to finding personalized solutions to organization challenges. Want to know who will be helping you design your storage solution, choose your finishes and accessories, and install your closet on time? Meet the California Closets Richmond Team. We're proud of them and the work they do, and that means you'll be proud to have California Closets in your home, too.

California Closets design consultants are trained to provide you with a distinct and unique storage design that embraces your belongings and the way you use your living spaces. A broad array of color and finish options, as well as accessories and accents, will beautifully integrate your storage solution into your home décor and the life you lead. The combination of design skill and product choice creates a customized solution that responds to your needs and wishes exactly.

Harlan Brubaker, Design Consultant

It's amazing how a short-term project can transform a home and its owners for a long time. For the last 15 years I have been so fortunate to be invited into my clients' homes and personal spaces. Designing and installing a new walk-in closet, or crafts station, or built-in media center, for example, doesn't take long, but the "getting organized" has lasting impact... and gets clients thinking where else in their homes they could use the California Closets touch. 

Paula Kern, Design Consultant

 What I love most about my job is taking on the challenge of making a space that really isn’t working for the client and turning it into a space that is both beautiful and functional. Custom storage solutions can reduce the stress of daily life and bring peace and tranquility to the entire family.Regardless if it’s a large complex space or a small closet, successful results can only be achieved by a collaborative effort between the client and the designer where the focus is on the clients’ needs and then developing a solution that meets or exceeds their expectations.

Milissa McCracken, Design Consultant

Feeling overwhelmed, things “all mixed up” and not quite organized? I can help. I, too, had that problem. As the mother of two boys it can be a challenge just to get out the door and be on time, let alone to stay organized and know where things are. I know California Closets has helped me stay one step ahead of the clutter and stress that comes along with it, so I know that look in a client's eyes that says, "Help!"I truly enjoy working with my clients. I listen to what they are trying to accomplish with their space and then present what I can do to reach that objective.

Diane Kaufman, Customer Liaison/Design Consultant

 The first step in creating the ideal storage space is building a solid customer relationship. I love listening to the clients in order to understand what is important to them with their project. Everyone is so different in how they prioritize their needs and wants with their very individual lifestyles.