My client requested a sanctuary space where she might be able to get away to possibly have a few girlfriends over to chat and play some cards. In addition, the scope included the creation of a new closet space. There was an existing attic area near by the master bedroom. In our design we decided to incorporate elements that existed in the main great room, mainly the wooden ceiling trusses. The end result is a clean calming environment where she can read, host a small group, or do what she desires. The space is more than a she shed, but a closet haven. There are drawers in the center cabinets along with some wall hung mirrors. Here we added a few subtle wooden elements similar to those used in the great room. The back wall of the center built-in cabinets has a mosaic tile backsplash and nickel gap siding on the walls.

She shed / closet haven

Guenther Designs & Consulting LLC

To help allow the sunlight to enter and illuminate the space, we added full length mirrors to either side of central dormer windows. They are just to either side of the white chairs. There are pull out drawers are the center cabinets, off to the right. Here we added a few subtle wood elements; similar to those used in the great room. The back wall of the center built in cabinets has a mosaic tile backsplash and nickel gap siding on the side walls.

Blue Bell Third Floor Addition

Harth Builders

Photo of a mid-sized transitional women's walk-in wardrobe in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, carpet, beige floor and vaulted.

North wall of the Walk-In Dressing Room

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The north wall of this closet includes the entrance door. The closet is accessed through the bathroom. Cabinets with glass doors and drawers flank the doorway. They are designed to hold the owner's handbag collection. A small alcove provides a place for a decorative mannequin.

Built-In Vanity with Overhead Cabinets

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The built-in vanity table includes overhead cabinets with flip-up doors for additional storage.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional women's walk-in wardrobe in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Transitional Closet Dressing Room West Wall

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This closet features a custom, built-in vanity for putting on cosmetics and styling hair.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional women's walk-in wardrobe in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Storage Drawer for Lingerie in Closet Island

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Close-up of the left side of the closet island with one drawer open to reveal lingerie storage.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional women's walk-in wardrobe in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Closet Pant Rack

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This closet includes six pull-out pant racks normally hidden behind closet doors.
Mid-sized transitional women's walk-in wardrobe in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Hampton's Hideaway- Cowes, Isle of Wight Project

Wooldridge Interiors

Nestled in the heart of Cowes on the Isle of Wight, this gorgeous Hampton's style cottage proves that good things, do indeed, come in 'small packages'! Small spaces packed with BIG designs and even larger solutions, this cottage may be small, but it's certainly mighty, ensuring that storage is not forgotten about, alongside practical amenities.

Fernside Bungalow

Couture Concepts Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary women's dressing room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, porcelain floors, black floor and vaulted.

Harvey + Randolph

Clark + Aldine

Photo of a large women's storage and wardrobe in Detroit with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, porcelain floors, white floor and vaulted.

Transitional Closet Island

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This close up of the closet island shows two mirrored door panels with a set of shelves in the middle. The top shelf includes a built-in pop-up charger for USB and electric devices. Drawers sit on either side of the island and recess behind the mirrored panels. Custom jewelry storage cabinets for necklaces dominate the opposite side.

Women's Storage and Wardrobe Design Ideas with Vaulted

As compact urban living becomes the norm, there has become a higher demand for smart storage solutions. As a result, there are more innovative 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 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.