No matter how organised you are, keeping a bedroom clean and tidy can feel like a challenge if you’re working with the wrong kind of wardrobe—especially if your space is limited! The good news is built-in wardrobes are here to save the day. These innovative, space-saving storage solutions allow you to make the most of your square footage while blending seamlessly into your room’s existing décor.
Whether you’re renovating your bedroom or simply looking for ways to enhance your storage, we at The Wardrobe Company have got you covered. We’ve spent years creating the wardrobe systems that Auckland homeowners need to transform their spaces, and with all that experience, we’ve got a few ideas to share.
Read on as we run through some of our best and brightest built-in wardrobe ideas and explain how to plan your wardrobe to maximise space.
Saving Space in Small Rooms
Let’s start with one of the biggest challenges any homeowner or renter can face: finding storage in a small room. In small bedrooms, every inch counts! Opting for a built-in wardrobe is a great way to avoid introducing bulky furniture that will take up valuable space or overcrowd what’s meant to be a relaxing sanctuary. Here are some ideas to consider as you find space for storage in a small bedroom:
- Integrate open shelving. Open shelves let you display your favourite items, like shoes or handbags, adding an extra stylish touch.
- Open up the space with mirrored panels. Mirrors serve two purposes, immediately helping the space to feel larger while potentially hiding the spot where your storage is.
- Lean into sliding doors. For small spaces, sliding doors are usually better than doors that swing open, as these can eat up a lot of space while in use.
Not only do these features make your wardrobe functional, but they also give you back valuable bedroom space that can be used for other essentials.
Matching Your Wardrobe to Your Décor
While built-in wardrobes are often seen as purely functional, the truth is that the right built-in wardrobe can reflect your unique sense of style—just like anything else in your home! If you want to create a cohesive look without breaking the bank, paying attention to your style—even in your storage—can make a big difference.
Here are a few of our ideas on how to match your built-in wardrobe to your existing décor:
- Minimalist design. Minimalist wardrobes are especially popular for modern interiors and keep the focus on a sleek, seamless look.
- Add accents or details. If you have a clean, sleek base, you can add unique accents, wallpaper, or finishes to make your built-in wardrobe feel more personalised.
Customising Your Built-In Wardrobe’s Storage
Built-in wardrobes are incredibly flexible, adapting to fit a variety of lifestyles and spaces. The best built-in wardrobe ideas are based on your unique needs, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Take stock of what you need from a built-in storage solution in your bedroom. When planning your wardrobe, here are a few questions to ask yourself:
- How often do you need to change up your storage configuration? Are moveable shelves important to you?
- How do you store your delicates and smaller items?
- What do you want on display, and what do you prefer to keep hidden?
- Do you have any specialty items, such as handbags or ties, that need special storage?
- How do you feel about lighting?
Take a minute to answer these questions before making changes to your wardrobe. This will allow you to create a flexible, tailored setup that best reflects your unique storage needs.
Maximising Your Vertical Space
Finally, keep things sleek and stylish by using all the vertical space available. Cluttered or crowded closets usually result from trying to cram too many items into the centre of the wardrobe, without considering the storage options above and below. Maximising vertical space allows you to store items you use less often—such as out-of-season clothes or blankets—in harder-to-reach areas.
As a result, the items you use every day are easier to keep organised! Here are just a few suggestions to help you make use of all that vertical space offered by a high-quality built-in wardrobe:
- Invest in double hanging rods.
- Choose overhead cabinets.
- Reserve high shelves for infrequently used items.
Let the team at The Wardrobe Company bring your built-in wardrobe ideas to life.
At The Wardrobe Company, we design, manufacture, and install innovative built-in wardrobes to ensure you have all the stylish storage you could ever ask for. Our custom-made wardrobe models and wardrobe doors in Auckland ensure every customer can get exactly what they need from their built-in wardrobe.
Talk to our friendly sales team for a free quote on your built-in today.