I have a small sewing room/office (9x10) and the closet bifold doors took up way too much room - plus, the corners of the closet were virtually unusable because I couldn't get at them. I took off the doors and I now have so much more room. I don't have a huge stash, so I don't worry about fabric fading, besides the room doesn't get any sunshine. I keep the closet tidy, and I'm the only one who uses my room, so I'd rather have the extra space than the "tidy look." I guess each of us does what works for us.