Walk-in closets have fast become, not just a trend but also a seeming necessity for the modern home. And while, at one point, they may have been considered a luxury, they have now, more or less, evolved to become a must-have as a result of the fact that their multi-functionalities bring much needed order to your life.
Built properly, a walk-in closet can feel like a haven – inviting and opulent. They can transform your room into a magnificent suite and make that suite and, by extension, the home, feel deluxe, more attractive and more valuable.
We will look at most everything you need to know about walk-in closets- from why you need a walk-in closet to what to take note of and look out for when designing your walk-in closet as well as what to avoid.
Let’s get started!
We’ll begin with 3 reasons why you need a walk-in closet.
Organisation
Walk-in closets offer the opportunity of unparalleled organisation. With the multiple shelves and drawers, they provide space for storing your clothing, shoes and accessories. Having a walk in wardrobe in your home will enable you to see everything you acquire.
Multi-Functionality
Walk-in closets provide spaces with multi-functionalities. Especially when they are big enough, they double as a private dressing room, or even a space to unwind and detoxify. If it has a dressing island, that can add even more functionalities.
Clothes Care
As a result of the open space in walk-in closets, clothes, shoes and accessories are more aerated and less susceptible to mould and mildew. A walk-in closet also means a lesser likelihood of creased clothes as a result of the fact that there’s more storage space and little probability of squeezing clothes together.
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Location
As a rule, walk-in closets must be located as close to the bathroom as is physically tenable. This reduces the physical distance to be travelled between both.
Bars, Shelves and Drawers
Some clothes are best hung, some are best folded and placed in a drawer, and some do best on shelves and hooks. Have yours fabricated in the form that best suits your needs
Mirrors
Without at least a mirror, preferably floor-to-ceiling, a walk-in closet is incomplete. Mirrors help you assess outfits as well make the room look bigger.
Walk-in closets have come to stay. And your home should absolutely get one or two. It is an important addition to your home you’ll be glad you took on.
