Thanks for the input everyone!
Both rooms!? I didn't think of THAT!! The shelves in the upstairs room are much nicer for fabric storage than the small shelves downstairs. Plus they are positioned out of the sunlight so I wouldn't have to worry about fading.
There are stairs involved with both rooms b/c our house is a 3-level. It's 7 stairs each way. Taking downstairs nearer the laundry is good choice. I could also put one of those dorm-size fridges down there....and I'd never have to leave the room!!!
Someone mentioned putting mirrors to help with lighting downstairs and works too because my daughter left a bunch of mirror pieces she had in her old apartment so I could make use of those!
Now I'm filled with ideas! You all are the BEST!
Thanks!