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Storage and Wardrobe Design Ideas
Browse the photos on Houzz for inspiration for a wide variety of 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 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 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 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 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.
Whether you want inspiration for planning a storage and wardrobe renovation or are building a designer storage and wardrobe from scratch, Houzz has 122,003 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Oswald Homes and Just Wardrobes & Storage. Look through storage and wardrobe photos in different colours and styles and when you find a storage and wardrobe design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful storage and wardrobe ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
Pablo Veiga
This is an example of a transitional walk-in wardrobe in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, carpet and white floor.
I like the colour combinations of the greensand pink with the grey. - lynelleoconnor
Design ideas for a contemporary gender-neutral dressing room in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, carpet and beige floor.
This island bench is a good design - can sit on the lower shelf - webuser_429889820
Tom Ferguson
This is an example of a contemporary gender-neutral dressing room in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete floors and grey floor.
behind bed storage in main room - rosiepopears
Louise Roche - @villastyling
This is an example of a tropical walk-in wardrobe in Cairns with open cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.
could be a good hanging space idea - john_hurst86
'Her' Wardrobe by MAYD
Photography by Dylan James Photography
Photo of a large contemporary women's walk-in wardrobe in Melbourne with open cabinets, grey cabinets, carpet and blue floor.
Shelves - webuser_512347912
D-Max Photography
Traditional women's dressing room in Perth with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, carpet and beige floor.
Love doors on the shoe storage - protect from dust - webuser_429889820
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Interior Design by Donna Guyler Design
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary women's walk-in wardrobe in Gold Coast - Tweed with white cabinets, carpet, beige floor and open cabinets.
this would be an idea for everyone's shoes - donna_scottodiperta
Design ideas for a contemporary gender-neutral dressing room in Melbourne with open cabinets, black cabinets, carpet and blue floor.
Hanging space, small shelves, good size and lots of shelves for shoes. - webuser_163871825
This is an example of a contemporary walk-in wardrobe in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, carpet and grey floor.
Stuart Murray
This is an example of a transitional gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Brisbane with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, carpet and beige floor.
WIR as a dressing room. Storage both sides, space in the middle. - john_velardo
Photographer: Shannon McGrath
Modern gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, carpet and brown floor.
finger pull (handles) on doors for seamless look - sarahjdunstan1
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, carpet and yellow floor.
Love the colour and material palette - samantha5678
HIA Town House/Development Project of the Year 2012
Design ideas for a contemporary gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Adelaide with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete floors and grey floor.
All that storage! - stylemile2019
Contemporary gender-neutral storage and wardrobe in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood floors and beige floor.
nook. chair. make-up in storage. - dee_palmer
Photo of a transitional gender-neutral dressing room in Gold Coast - Tweed with open cabinets, black cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.
I would put an island storage bench with extra shelving instead of this huge chair - webuser_429889820
Taskers
Inspiration for a contemporary gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, carpet and beige floor.
Neat, light wood, practical and simple - helen_murphy91
Photo of a contemporary gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Brisbane with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, carpet and grey floor.
Walk in robe 2 - camrooz_baniasadi
DMAX Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary gender-neutral walk-in wardrobe in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.
layout, palette, flooring, lighting - jessica_scott65