12 beautiful and practical walk-in closet ideas
Maximize space and seamlessly integrate storage furniture into your room’s decor by designing a walk-in closet! There are many solutions to choose from: wardrobes, shelving units, or an open walk-in closet.
1. Inviting atmosphere
Good lighting and a large mirror will make your walk-in closet a cozy spot where choosing outfits is a pleasure. A narrow space feels more spacious when you install lower cabinets along one wall. The countertop is convenient for folding clothes or displaying jewelry.
2. Upcycle the old
In this spacious walk-in closet, the storage solution cleverly repurposes old closet frames refurbished by a carpenter. Minimalist, stylish drawers have been added below the cabinets for accessories. Additional hanging space was created by installing a rod between the cabinets, which nicely lightens the overall look.
3. Luxurious natural light
Natural light is ideal for a walk-in closet because it reproduces colors accurately. In natural light, you can easily spot if a garment needs ironing or a lint brush. This design by Kvik also incorporates ample shelving—sweaters, shoeboxes, and clothes brushes all need their own spot. If you have enough space, consider setting up an ironing area. Photo by Kvik.
A cabinet depth of 60 cm is needed for hanging outerwear on hangers, while 45 cm suffices for shirts.
4. Custom walk-in closet
The glass doors and integrated LED lights are an essential part of artist Jannika B’s walk-in closet, where stage outfits and shoes need to be visible at a glance. The oak veneer-framed cabinets and dressing table by Inaria are manufactured in Sastamala. The cabinets are made to order, so there’s no environmentally taxing overproduction.
5. Make the most your space
Since shelves and rods can be customized to fit, clothes storage can be placed even in spaces that are hard to utilize otherwise. In this home, the storage unit is located at the highest point of the space, allowing dresses and other long garments to fit on the upper rack, with shorter hanging items conveniently below. The owner’s own decor style adds both personality and practicality to the space. The eye-catching wallpaper brings atmosphere to the storage room.
6. The center of garment care
It’s an everyday luxury to be able to do all garment care—from washing to storage and dressing—in the same space. The cabinet frames are the same color, maintaining a consistent overall look, even though the owner has experimented with different door colors on the garment care side. The multicolored floor, matching the shades of the furniture, is a great choice for a surface that requires durability. In a multifunctional space, it’s a good idea to install countertops at various heights. Ideally, the same piece of furniture can serve as both a seat and a workspace.
A durable and easy-to-maintain flooring adds practicality to the space.
7. Workspace in the dressing room
The smart arrangement of spaces and activities promotes a smooth daily routine. This walk-in closet with its own beauty station is located right next to the shower. Morning and evening routines become much easier when you group related activities together.
8. Tailored system
This compact system on only one wall contains all the essentials. It has rod space for both long and short garments, and above them, there’s shelf space for seasonal clothing. There are drawers for knits and accessories, and plenty of shoe shelves. The same Elfa solution works just as well in an entryway as in a walk-in closet. Photo by Elfa.
9. Part of the bedroom
You don’t need a separate room for clothes storage when you partition part of the bedroom into a walk-in closet with a divider wall. You can access the walk-in closet from both sides of the wall. If you wish, you can cover the doorways with sliding doors or long curtains hung from ceiling-mounted tracks.
10. Storage corridor
This storage system designed in between the bedroom and bathroom utilizes both sides from floor to ceiling. Especially in a household with two adults, this solution is practical when both have their own side.
11. Attention to details
Practicality doesn’t have to exclude aesthetics. You can give details plenty of space and highlight things that bring joy to your everyday life. The hanging solution for the clothes rack beautifully echoes the leather on the handles.
12. Measure your storage needs
The secret to the most practical storage solution is proper measurement. When you take the time to go through your clothes and accessories first, you’ll know what kind of storage space you need and how much. Ikea’s Pax series offers both ready-made frame combinations and options to customize your solution with its 36 components. Photo by Ikea.
