Fitted wardrobes are the perfect option for anyone who wants to make use of awkward spaces and add value to their home. Not only are they incredibly functional and fully utilise the space available, but they are also highly desirable for potential buyers who don’t want to have to invest in furniture.
Add even more value to your fitted wardrobe with some clever design elements that will make your spaces look bigger, add an extra dimension of organisation and generally make your room look its best.
Work with the angles
Most houses particularly old periodic houses are not perfectly symmetrical. So, furniture must work within the quirks of the room. Freestanding furniture struggles to cope with these little quirks. Fitted furniture on the other hand works perfectly within the architecture of the property. Making it feel like it is part of the room. Rather than a piece that has been placed there. Even under the eaves, you can still max your storage. Shelving is a perfect internal solution as it fits in the small sloping space.
Opt for a mirrored front
The beauty about having mirrors on the front is that the fitted wardrobe performs two functions at once. So, instead of reserving an unobstructed corner in your room, you can simply add mirrors to the front of your wardrobe in order to use the space efficiently.
Another plus-side of having a mirrored wardrobe is that the room will look much bigger afterwards. Mirrors have the effect of making spaces look larger than they actually are which, if you have a particularly small room, is a welcome benefit.
Install floating shelves and rails
If you really don’t have a lot of space to give to your wardrobe, meaning that it doesn’t have much depth for storing lots of things, floating shelves and clothes rails are great ways to make the most out of your new piece of furniture.
Floating shelves are particularly useful and can store anything from seasonal shoes to bedding, jumpers, beauty products and electrical equipment like shavers and hairdryers. Rails, on the other hand, are great if you have dresses, shirts and coats that you want to store properly.
Lighting
If you’re lucky enough to have a walk-in wardrobe, make it a really personal space with clever lighting. First, you need to make it bright enough so you can properly assess your overall look. You can either do this with very functional strip lights or add a touch of luxury with some chandeliers.
Then, bring in an element of cosiness and glamour with some pretty lamps, some LED blubs to put around the frame of your make-up mirror, and some strip lighting to line your wardrobes. With a brilliant lighting design, you’ll never want to leave!
Install sliding doors
Another clever space saver is sliding doors. No longer will you have to reserve room for the wardrobe doors to swing into. What’s more, sliding doors will streamline your room and create a lovely, uncluttered aesthetic.
Blend into the background using colour
Colour drenching is a new trend this year, with one single bold shade covering the walls, skirting, and fitted wardrobes. Creating a dreamy cocoon feel, that will look perfect in any bedroom. This style looks best in periodic properties with traditional architecture and decorative mouldings.
Panel fitted wardrobes
Panelling is very popular now. It’s a timeless design that’s simple and easy to do. Try adding panelling doors to your fitted wardrobe. The panelling can be designed to go from ceiling to floor. Providing a contemporary backdrop to your bedroom. It will stay in style for yours to come. Now you just need to decide what colour to go for.