{"id":5429,"date":"2018-07-12T21:53:15","date_gmt":"2018-07-13T01:53:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.organizedinteriors.com\/blog\/?p=5429"},"modified":"2019-10-25T23:43:26","modified_gmt":"2019-10-26T03:43:26","slug":"walk-in-closet-design-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.organizedinteriors.com\/blog\/walk-in-closet-design-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Walk-In Closet Design Ideas: All the Basics You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nOnce considered a feature typically only found in large luxury homes, the walk-in closet is now considered essential for anyone looking for a new home.<\/p>\n

The 2018 Canadian Home Builders\u2019 Association study of homebuyer preferences revealed that walk-in closets topped the list of the most wanted home features<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Even if you\u2019re not looking for a new home, converting a spare room into a large walk-in closet (also known as a dressing room) has become a popular home improvement upgrade in recent years for a few reasons.<\/p>\n

A professional utilizing smart walk-in closet design ideas can create a special space that is highly functional, practical, and luxurious.<\/p>\n

Who wouldn\u2019t want all of that out of a spare room in your home that\u2019s just sitting there, waiting to be used more purposefully?<\/p>\n

9 essential walk-in closet design ideas<\/h3>\n

Designing a\u00a0large walk-in closet<\/a> that does more than just give you a lot more space to store your clothes requires some creative thinking.<\/p>\n

Your comfort level within your new space is equally important, so what walk-in closet design ideas will help you achieve the best results?<\/p>\n

Get familiar with the basics and learn which walk-in closet design ideas should be considered essential when putting together your home improvement project.<\/p>\n

1. Smart closet storage<\/h3>\n

One of the most important walk-in closet design ideas you\u2019ll want to get right is the closet\u2019s storage layout.<\/p>\n

Just because you have more storage space at your disposal doesn\u2019t mean you shouldn\u2019t be maximizing every bit of space available in the closet.<\/p>\n

Using your vertical storage space to the peak of its capabilities can help to accomplish this. Incorporate extra hanging rods, closet hanging accessories, floor-to-ceiling shelving, and shoe racks into the closet design.<\/p>\n

Using a high-quality\u00a0custom closet organizer<\/a> is also highly recommended. They\u2019ll maximize your closet\u2019s storage space best by creating a home for everything you wear and will effectively complement your home\u2019s d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n

2. A luxurious look<\/h3>\n

A dream closet is only worthy of that name if it has a luxurious, elegant look.<\/p>\n

Bespoke closet cabinetry with rich finishes and refined accents, like our Monogram cabinetry, help create that desired high-end look.<\/p>\n

Adorn your walk-closet with additional stylistic touches, such as tasteful lighting, cornice moulding, fluted columns, frosted glass cupboard doors, and attractive decorative cabinetry hardware.<\/p>\n

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Floor-to-ceiling fitted cabinetry with rich finishes create a luxurious walk-in closet space.<\/p><\/div>\n

3. Good lighting and the right colours<\/h3>\n

A walk-in closet doesn\u2019t just provide ample storage space and luxurious surroundings for your dressing area. It also lets you showcase your entire wardrobe and all of your clothing accessories.<\/p>\n

To make your wardrobe really stand out, using the right colours and lighting in your closet is crucial.<\/p>\n

Your closet colours can range from the earthy, darker look that comes with choosing more natural-looking cabinet finishes to the brighter, crisper look that\u2019s conveyed by using lighter colours for your cabinetry finishes, wall, and ceiling.<\/p>\n

For lighting, a chandelier adds an extra measure of extravagance to the closet space. It can be supplemented with overhead recessed lighting, task lighting, and strategically placed LED lighting integrated into the cabinetry design to show off your wardrobe and add extra ambiance.<\/p>\n

4. Practical closet accessories<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s the little details that can elevate a closet\u2019s design from merely good to something truly great, which is where closet accessories<\/a> come in.<\/p>\n

Take advantage of the wide variety of practical\u00a0closet accessories\u00a0that are available to help you streamline your daily routine of getting ready for work and special occasions. Here are a few recommendations:<\/p>\n