5 Tips To Design The Built-In Wardrobe Of Your Dreams

What’s Going Inside?

Your ideal wardrobe will depend on what you’re storing in it and how much. For example, having a large range of suits or long dresses needs more hanging space than someone who wants to store a killer shoe collection. When you’re thinking about installing hanging rails, it’s a good idea to have full length hanging space for long dresses and coats, alongside a smaller hanging space for shirts and tops.

Installing a shoe rack at the bottom of the wardrobe is a great use of space. It’s also the perfect spot to protect high heels, delicate suedes and leathers, or gleaming white trainers.

A stack of small drawers is crucial for a good functioning wardrobe. You may want to add a few large drawers for bulky items like pants and jumpers, whereas wide shallow drawers can utilise space for smaller garments, and even precious belongings like watches or jewellery.

You’ll Love A Spot For Everything

You’d be surprised how much you can hide away in your wardrobe with these clever space saving tips. With just a few tricks, you’ll have room for that new outfit in no time.

To start, always hang long items like scarves and ties on the back of a door with hooks. This not only keeps them out of the way, but protects them from damage as well. Another simple tip is to use every inch of vertical space. Create large shelves at the top of your wardrobe to store bulky items like suitcases or clothing you won’t need for the season. Finally, consider your layout. A great wardrobe should include shoe racks at the bottom, a set of 4-5 drawers, shelves, hanging rods for shirts and dresses and some additional coat hooks.

Suit Your Style

You’ve settled on a wardrobe renovation and type that suits your needs, now it’s style time. Before you start building a wardrobe, think about your bedroom style and colour first. Is it modern, industrial, country chic or is it for your kids? The wardrobes in all these rooms should look very different.

There are many different finishes and styles of cupboard doors, shelving and drawers. Try and match your bedroom so the wardrobe fits in seamlessly. Choose white walls with a clean white wardrobe or sleek black doors for a darker room. Alternatively, you could create a statement piece in your bedroom with beautiful timber doors that add a splash of style to your room. Another great way to personalise your built-in wardrobe is by mixing up the handles and hardware. Whatever you choose, just make sure it suits you.

Within Arm’s Reach

Accessibility is also important when planning your wardrobe renovation. The items that you wear the most should be in a reachable position. Whether it’s work uniforms, leisurewear or your wardrobe staples, keep them handy and accessible.

A good way to think about this is by comparing your favourite pair of jeans with a cocktail dress. What do you wear more? Whichever you choose, it should be at eye level or lower, in the middle front of the wardrobe. Now you can plan where you store the rest of your clothing around it.

To find out more and get inspired for your very own built-in wardrobe, check out The Good Guys home renovation ideas.