This built-in closet system allows for a larger bedroom space while still creating plenty of storage.
This is an example of a midcentury storage and wardrobe in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, light hardwood floors and wood.

Interior Designer Michelle Adams' Personal Home

California Closets of Michigan

After remodeling and living in a 1920s Colonial for years, creative consultant and editor Michelle Adams set out on a new project: the complete renovation of a new mid-century modern home. Though big on character and open space, the house needed work—especially in terms of functional storage in the master bedroom. Wanting a solution that neatly organized and hid everything from sight while staying true to the home’s aesthetic, Michelle called California Closets Michigan to create a custom design that achieved the style and functionality she desired. Michelle started the process by sharing an inspiration photo with design consultant Janice Fisher, which highlighted her vision for long, clean lines and feature lighting. Janice translated this desire into a wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling custom unit that stored Michelle’s wardrobe to a T. Multiple hanging sections of varying heights corral dresses, skirts, shirts, and pants, while pull-out shoe shelves keep her collection protected and accessible. In the center, drawers provide concealed storage, and shelves above offer a chic display space. Custom lighting throughout spotlights her entire wardrobe. A streamlined storage solution that blends seamlessly with her home’s mid-century style. Plus, push-to-open doors remove the need for handles, resulting into a clean-lined solution from inside to out.

Modern Redding Revival

APK Designs LLC

Photo of a small midcentury gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets and light hardwood floors.

Verbena Dr.

Jared Frank Studio

To make space for the living room built-in sofa, one closet was eliminated and replaced with this bookcase and coat rack. The pull-out drawers underneath contain the houses media equipment. Cables run under the floor to connect to speakers and the home theater.

Sylvan-Highlands

TELFORD+BROWN STUDIO ARCHITECTURE

This extensive renovation brought a fresh and new look to a 1960s two level house and allowed the owners to remain in a neighborhood they love. The living spaces were reconfigured to be more open, light-filled and connected. This was achieved by opening walls, adding windows, and connecting the living and dining areas with a vaulted ceiling. The kitchen was given a new layout and lined with white oak cabinets. The entry and master suite were redesigned to be more inviting, functional, and serene. An indoor-outdoor sunroom and a second level workshop was added to the garage. Finishes were refreshed throughout the house in a limited palette of white oak and black accents. The interiors were by Introspecs, and the builder was Hammer & Hand Construction. Photo by Caleb Vandermeer Photography

Hillside House

Tom Harden & Associates

This is an example of a midcentury storage and wardrobe in Boston with light hardwood floors.

Channeling Frank Lloyd Wright

Meadowlark Design+Build

Custom closet cabinetry by Meadowlark Design+Build. Architect: Dawn Zuber, Studio Z Photo: Sean Carter
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury gender-neutral built-in wardrobe in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Park Slope Modern Row House

The Brooklyn Studio

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt

Master Closet

RT Studio

Design ideas for a large midcentury gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in DC Metro with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Grosenbacher Custom Homes

Hill Country Real Estate Photography
Mid-sized midcentury gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Sunset Blvd.

Sophea Interior Designs

Photo of a midcentury gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Storage and Shelving

Jamie's Kitchen & Bath

Large midcentury walk-in wardrobe in Los Angeles with light hardwood floors.

PROJET CS - T1

Clara ORSAT - Architecture intérieure

Small midcentury built-in wardrobe in Marseille with beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, light hardwood floors and orange floor.

Stenger '56

Rick & Cindy Black Architects

Leonid Furmansky
Design ideas for a midcentury women's walk-in wardrobe in Austin with light hardwood floors.

Midcentury Modern Masterpiece

Veranda Designer Homes

Large midcentury gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and light hardwood floors.

Midcentury Modern Renovation

Bella Vista Developments

D & M Images
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and light hardwood floors.

1200 Sqft 2Bed/ 2 Bath - West Villiage, NYC

A. Bollman & Sons.

This transformation took an estate-condition 2 bedroom 2 bathroom corner unit located in the heart of NYC's West Village to a whole other level. Exquisitely designed and beautifully executed; details abound which delight the senses at every turn.

Mini-Ankleide zwischen Küche und Schlafbereich

Raumkleid | Anke Preywisch

Miniankleide zwischen Küche und Schlafbereich.
Small midcentury gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Cologne with open cabinets, light hardwood floors and white floor.

Franklin

Periana Architecture

Inspiration for a large midcentury gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Los Angeles with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, light hardwood floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Modern Revival

Made To Last Custom Homes Ltd.

Our client fell in love with the original 80s style of this house. However, no part of it had been updated since it was built in 1981. Both the style and structure of the home needed to be drastically updated to turn this house into our client’s dream modern home. We are also excited to announce that this renovation has transformed this 80s house into a multiple award-winning home, including a major award for Renovator of the Year from the Vancouver Island Building Excellence Awards. The original layout for this home was certainly unique. In addition, there was wall-to-wall carpeting (even in the bathroom!) and a poorly maintained exterior. There were several goals for the Modern Revival home. A new covered parking area, a more appropriate front entry, and a revised layout were all necessary. Therefore, it needed to have square footage added on as well as a complete interior renovation. One of the client’s key goals was to revive the modern 80s style that she grew up loving. Alfresco Living Design and A. Willie Design worked with Made to Last to help the client find creative solutions to their goals.

Midcentury Storage and Wardrobe Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors

As compact urban living becomes the norm, there has become a higher demand for smart storage solutions. As a result, there are more innovative midcentury storage ideas than ever. Aside from storage baskets and shelving units, you can now install custom-made built-in wardrobes, shape-shifting storage cubes, and even concealed units. Browse the photos on Houzz for inspiration for a wide variety of midcentury storage and wardrobe solutions, from cube storage to wall units, shoe racks and sliding doors. You’ll find walk-in wardrobes boasting spinning shoe racks, lounge chairs and display cases with lighting; as well as more simpler storage solutions like room dividers that double as storage, pull-out baskets and floating shelves. If you decide to revamp your wardrobe or storage space, it’s important to consider whether built-ins are a suitable option. Although more expensive, shop-built and installed components are more durable and bring all of your elements together in one unit. If you can’t afford a built-in wardrobe, or if you need more storage, consider midcentury baskets, dividers, storage containers, hooks and racks to help ensure every item has a place, and opt for sliding doors to save space. A professional organiser can help you get setup.

How many cabinets should built-in wardrobes have?

The size of your built-in wardrobe should be largely dependant on how much hanging space you actually need. Just because you have a blank wall, for example, doesn’t mean it has to be filled with a large wardrobe. Position shelves above hanging space to be more ergonomic, and only add drawers if you plan on having an open wardrobe as this will add to the overall price. A dresser or chest of drawers is a better option for fold-away clothes, so long as you have the room. Shoe collections can also take up ample room in a built-in wardrobe, so consider a purpose-built midcentury cabinet or shoe racks instead.

How do I organise my wardrobe or cupboard?

With so many shoes, ties, clothes and bags to stash, wardrobe organisation is key. Use hooks, storage baskets, drawer partitions or dividers to keep your belongings in order. Storage baskets are great for storing things like belts and scarves, while shelf dividers can keep knits, jeans and shirts neatly packed away. Take pride in your shoe collection? Create a midcentury shoe storage display using a few strips of moulding mounted to the wall so you can hook your shoes. Similarly, an open robe can make your clothing a feature.

What extras can I include in my wardrobe design?

If you want a luxurious wardrobe, consider including a small sitting area with a window seat, storage ottoman, or lounge chair. You could also add a midcentury makeup vanity, complete with a jewellery box and makeup drawer. A viewing area with full-length mirrors will also make getting ready a breeze. Wardrobe lighting will bring the space to life – use display lighting to showcase your clothing, task lighting for functionality and mood lighting to set the scene.