Creative Ways to Use Built-in Wardrobes

Here's an unpopular opinion - built-in wardrobes don't always get the credit they deserve. They're awesome for organising your clothes, but they also help save space and add some flair to your room.

Surprisingly, they offer more versatility than you'd expect. With a few creative ideas, your wardrobe could be transformed into a comfy office or a small library. In this blog, you will get to know some clever ways to use built-in wardrobes.

1. Create a Mini Home Office

Got a spare built-in wardrobe? Now is your chance to make your very own mini-office that too from an existing built-in wardrobe! Get rid of any shelves or hanging rods you do not need. Put down a small desk or get a wooden plank to make your work area. Lastly, get a little couch chair that can slip in easily when the doors are closed.

2. Turn It into a Vanity Corner

• Set Up Your Makeup Table: Start by taking everything out of the wardrobe. You can place a small table or wall-mounted shelf there. Make a comfortable space with the correct height and rightly aligned organisers for your makeup and skincare.
• Add a Mirror and Lights: Now, you can also fix a mirror on the back wall inside your wardrobe. Mirrors with LED lights will be a great help with makeup applications.
• Hang Accessories Smartly: What else you can do is add some hangers and hooks inside the wardrobe doors or on the side walls. These are great for hanging necklaces, bracelets, bangles, headbands, etc. If you are worried about rubber bands, clips, and earrings, small trays would help with that.
• Make It Pretty and Private: Now, for the decor part; we can add a soft, comfy chair or stool that fits in the space. Feel free to paste posters, stickers, or quotes of your liking. You can keep some scented candles to give it a salon-like vibe.

3. Add a Hidden Laundry Station

In small apartments, space is often limited. We can get innovative and convert a wardrobe section into hidden laundry stations. But the only thing is that your built-in wardrobe needs to be near a water connection (like a bathroom or kitchen wall).

That area can easily accommodate a small washing machine or a washer-dryer combo. Use the overhead shelves for storing laundry basics such as detergent, fabric softener, and baskets. You can also add rods or hooks to air-dry delicate clothes conveniently

4. Stylish Storage for Kids' Toys and Books

A built-in wardrobe is a great way to keep the play area clean and safe while still making it exciting and playful for children. Just keep shelves at a lower lever so that kids can reach their favourite toys and books easily.

You can turn the space into a lively corner for kids by adding bright boxes, toys, and brain-boosting games like puzzles and flashcards. If your wardrobe has hinged doors, it’s even more convenient—just close them to tidy up in seconds.

5. Entertainment Unit with Hidden Shelving

A built-in wardrobe can also be used as a nice TV space. Place a TV inside it and use hidden shelves for game consoles, DVRs, streaming boxes, etc. Add cable organisers to hide wires. Close the hinged wardrobe doors when not in use to keep the space neat.

6. Use It for Seasonal Storage

An affordable wardrobe can offer ample space to organise your clothes by season. Store out-of-season garments in clearly marked containers or space-saving vacuum bags, and place them on upper shelves. This way, your daily essentials stay easily accessible.

In the end

So these were the creative ideas to use your built-in wardrobes. Moreover, these were our suggestions; you can get creative with how you want to use the space. From office to laundry to a play corner and mini salon, you can transform it into anything.

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