Creating a proper space for storing wine requires balanced thinking and planning that consider the functionality and appearance of a cellar. Each storage solution has considerations that should be taken into account when deciding amongst the vast options that are available. Solutions that meet the needs of the user and their collection, whether that is converting an existing space, a self-contained appliance, or an entirely new space with a custom racking system.

It is recommended to consider and prioritize the following issues when planning a storage area to house a wine collection.

1. Convenience: Proximity and accessibility to wine often is a key factor when choosing a space within a home. 
2. Conditioned Space: Climate-controlled environment are best for storing wine for more than two years and require building projects similar to a kitchen or bathroom remodel.
   
3. Capacity: Large or potentially large collections are often best served by a combination of storage solutions.
4. Taste: While white and sparkling wines are best stored in wine-storage appliances, a climate-controlled cellar is the best solution for a collection of fine red wines that need to age properly.
5. Display: Trade-offs exist when combining storage with the desire to display wines. Tinted, insulated windows in doors and walls are options that can combine project objectives.
6. Space Loss: Converting a closet or basement results in space reduction for other household needs.
7. Mobility: Relocation and moving can inform decisions when it comes to investing in permanently fixed cellar components or choosing modular racking, stand-alone chillers, or wine furniture.
8. Budget: Evaluating resources and planning within them.