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Dressing room ideas: 16 designs for a chic, organized space |

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If you believe that getting dressed isn't just a daily necessity, but a ritual, you're likely always on the lookout for the next, best dressing room ideas. In fact, they're probably as important to you as the next Macy's sale or Met Gala red carpet.

Creating a separate dressing room is a smart move and doesn’t always require as much space as you think. Your dressing spaces and walk-in closet ideas can start small, as clever cabinetry – whether commissioned or bought off the peg,– will maximise storage space for a smart and streamlined look. 

It's also the best way to take care of your clothes and accessories – from designer shoes to races day millinery. 

Dressing room ideas

Whether you have a walk-in wardrobe or capsule bedroom storage, these ideas will make a dressing space effortlessly calm and organized.

1. Create your own catwalk

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Long, narrow rooms make a perfect dressing space as they come with the ideal layout for a catwalk. Place a mirror at the end wall, but also remember to add them to the sides so you can check out your outfit at every angle. 

As a narrow room can feel tight, it's a good idea to use the same color furniture and walls to cheat a wider look. Going made to measure will help eke out every ounce of storage space. 

2. Utilize space in hallways

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Think outside of the box when carving out space for a dressing room. Hallways, for example, are a perfect location for generous storage. 

Go for floor-to-ceiling cabinetry – as this is a transient area, decorative elements are perhaps not as vital as in other areas of the home, but choosing a beautiful splash of colour and considered hardware can turn simple wardrobes into something you may find yourself lingering at. 

This colour trick is also wonderful if the space leads directly into another, such as how in this Barlow and Barlow design the hall works as an entranceway to the bedroom.  

The colour guides you in, and visually links by being referenced beyond, here with the divan and pillow trims, but a pretty throw or curtain trims would work equally as well.

3. Style your shelving

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Open shelving and doorless wardrobes are a great direction to take if you’re concerned about having wall-to-wall cabinetry. This is especially beneficial in more narrow spaces, as it will help the room to feel lighter and airier. 

Keep things interesting by lining open wardrobes, like in this project from Ham Interiors . 

‘We love lining wardrobes and particularly open dressing room joinery in fabric to add interest and softness to what can be a large mass of cabinetry,’ says Nicholas Cox, interior designer Ham Interiors. ‘We often go for a simple stripe or small scale simple pattern fabric in complementary tones to the rest of the bedroom scheme.’

4. Add a library ladder

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Library ladders are a beautiful vintage pantry addition or home office idea, so why not move them into a dressing room. Having steps to hand not only adds a stylish focal point to the space, but maximises storage potential as everything will be easily accessible. 

For both hardwood and carpeted spaces, choose a hooked-over, solid option rather than a traditional rolling library ladder – they provide the most stability for the former, and rollers struggle to work on thick pile wool. Consider matching the ladder hardware to the other brassware in the room for a co-ordinated finish.

5. Double up with a guest bedroom

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Be clever with how you use your square footage by combining your dressing room with a guest bedroom idea. In a space which, for most of us, is unused for a significant portion of the year, you can easily integrate your dream dressing room elements to get the best of both rooms. 

Built-in wardrobes all around the room, with the exception of around the bed itself, allow for all the required storage, but make sure to choose a pretty palette for the cabinetry so it stays a stylish bedroom when guests are in residence.  

A dressing table is equally as useful for guests to have a space to sit as it is for prepping your hair and make up.

6. Put on a light show

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The owners of this home had the luxury of space for a walk-in wardrobe, but didn’t want to block off the light from a large window at one end of the house. The solution? A contemporary, black steel-framed glass screen, which adds sharp definition to the pale decor without inhibiting the flow of light. 

Keeping the same dark parquet flooring throughout creates a sense of unity and flow. Crittall Windows supplies screens and doors like these, with glazing specially designed to maximise natural light levels and soft-close doors that reduce noise. 

It's an important element of any bedroom storage idea, but one that’s all too easily forgotten.

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Making a feature out of the wardrobes in a dressing room can have a wonderfully striking effect. In this Cotswolds space by Pippa Paton , the wardrobes were designed to make a strong statement in an otherwise simple space. 

‘Book-matched crown cut walnut with a strong grain was chosen to reflect the owner’s love of wood and a leather upholstered seat in the same finish doubles as a luggage rack, and is on wheels for flexibility,’ says Pippa. 

To add extra softness to this wood-heavy space, ‘simple white linen curtains dress the window, and a window seat idea upholstered in the same fabric overlooks the garden.’

8. Keep things calm

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Creating a chic and relaxing space is often top of the list when designing a dressing room - and never more so than when the dressing room is open to the bedroom. If your space doesn’t have a door, like in this Sims Hilditch space, then ensure it acts as a welcoming retreat or feminine softness. 

Details like a thoughtful window treatment idea, a vase of fresh flowers and a comforting chair can make all the difference in turning it into a calm and pretty room rather than a purely functional area.  

Having something soft underfoot is key, too, so either continue in the carpet from the bedroom or pick up a thick pile rug to finish the space.

9. Go bespoke

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For a dressing room that truly has it all, there’s nothing quite like bespoke fitted furniture. This Neville Johnson room has a feeling a luxury throughout, with thoughtful storage the name of the game. 

‘Abundant storage space has been built in through tailored touches including open shelving – a classic handbag or shoe storage idea – with an incorporated solid wood ladder with a built-in rail, providing easy access to all possessions, as well as adding an interesting dimension to the arrangement of the room,’ says Simon Tcherniak, Senior Furniture Designer at Neville Johnson.

‘A co-ordinating island has been added to the room for additional drawer space and to create a stylish focal point.’

10. Take it to the top

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The biggest concern when installing a dressing room is, without a doubt, fitting in enough storage. No matter what your space, careful planning can help ensure you make the most of what you’ve got to maximise every inch. Look to typically neglected areas, such as the space above the doorframe, to add in extra shelving.

For your wardrobes, be realistic about how high up you should go. Aim for where you can reach hangers comfortably and not have your longer pieces dragging on the floor, then build extra cupboards above for seasonal items, or other pieces which you don’t require regular access to. 

11. Create a sleek niche

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For homes with limited space, like country cottages or coastal hideaways, consider a sleek tucked away dressing table instead of a traditional dressing room. 

This small bedroom idea discreetly sits amongst the wardrobe doors and, providing ready access to clothing while still providing a welcome space to sit and indulge in glamor when getting ready to leave the home. A clever addition of concertina doors means that space is saved in the room even when opened, and a neat stool can be easily slipped underneath the table.  

Consider painting the inside of a dressing table niche like this in a fun pop of color, or cover with a pretty wallpaper to make it truly feel like you’re opening up the doors to a new space.

12. Utilize a compact space

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A bedroom with en suite is on many people’s home wish list, but getting the two to work in harmony can be challenging. Not so with this compact dressing room designed by Suzy Hoodless, which creates a calm pause between sleeping and bathing zones. 

Taking inspiration from the pale-pink bedroom walls, Suzy created a ‘strong but complementary contrast’ by painting the whole dressing room space in Little Greene’s Theatre Red. As it’s on the darker side, good lighting was crucial. 

‘It’s lit simply with downlighters on the ceiling, and the cupboards are illuminated inside,’ says Suzy. ‘The sliding doors don’t interfere with the space and create a sense of easy flow.’

13. Channel a bygone era

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Flamboyantly romantic wallpaper paired with plain stonewashed linen and a silky soft carpet, continued from the adjoining bedroom, creates a luxurious, cocooning feel in this inviting dressing room.  

For more inspiration on using tactile texture, explore our curtain closet ideas.

14. Create your own salon

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Consider customized storage when designing a dressing room space. A bespoke cabinet maker will incorporate every item to be stored, from jackets and long dresses to sportswear, ensuring that the space suits a client’s requirements. 

The overall effect is that of your own salon, where you can try out new looks, and get a second opinion by providing somewhere for others to sit. 

In addition, it is important to have a place to lay out and accessorise outfits. Seating areas, full-length mirrors and dressing table ideas are all worth consideration if you have room. 

15. Get creative with wallpaper

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Fitted wardrobes need not be dull or conventional. A dressing room is the perfect place to experiment with style. An inventive way to soften a wall of wardrobe doors in a dressing room is to cover them with a pretty wallpaper.

16. Opt for pure artistry

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Celebrate the exuberant charm of murals and statement wallcoverings. The painterly mural covering the doors of the built-in wardrobe creates a focal point in this glamorous area, offset by smart brass detailing and soft pink walls.

  1. Start by looking at everything you own – clothes, shoes and accessories – and work out what storage you need. Designer Nathalie de Leval says, ‘Thinking about how you store clothes – whether you prefer hanging or folding – helps define what you need.’
  2. Assess what you use the most. ‘Which items do you reach for daily? Having them closer to hand will make mornings effortless,' Interior designer Louise Bradley recommends.
  3. Avoid repetition. Deborah Bass, creative director of Base Interior, counsels against too much uniform storage. ‘Have freestanding items as well – an antique chest, for instance – to avoid that show-home look,’ she says.
  4. Get the lighting right. This is crucial for dressing and make-up. Downlights can be harsh, so think about integrating LED strips into joinery, says Sally Storey, creative director of John Cullen Lighting. ‘They’re easy to install behind downstands above doors, in cupboards or under eaves. Soften with dimmers, so you can’t see the LED dots.’ 
  5. With dressing tables, ensure your face is lit evenly. ‘This can be achieved by back- or front-lighting the mirror, or having wall lights either side,’ says Sally. 
  6. Don’t forget touch and sound. ‘Choose handles carefully and ensure drawers slide smoothly,’ says Nathalie de Leval. Line drawers with velvet or wool to protect accessories, dampen noise and add an extra tactile element. Cedarwood shelves protect against moths and have a delicious scent.
  7. Consider the impact of wardrobe doors. Think of them as part of the room design. ‘Paper-backed fabric is a lovely way to add texture – we often use grasscloth from Thibaut,’ says Lucy Barlow, creative director of Barlow & Barlow.  
  8. Pick materials carefully. ‘Gravitate towards natural materials like timber, rattan and linen in bedrooms and dressing rooms,’ says Deborah Bass. You can also use mirrors on doors, but if you’d rather not, try Deborah’s canny technique. ‘Have mirrored panels inside the doors, and a freestanding mirror you can move around.’

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How much space do you need for a dressing room?

Few of us have the perfect set-up. If you can, says Philippa Thorp, director of Thorp, locate a wardrobe between the bedroom and bathroom, so you can dress after showering. ‘We like to design all three rooms as a self-contained suite so there’s no rushing around in your towel.’ 

In tighter spaces, such as corridors or eaves, build to fit as much as possible – shallow niches are ideal for shoe shelves. Pocket doors are good for awkward spaces, says Sandrine Zhang Ferron, founder of Vinterior. ‘They won’t impact the space either side, so you may gain more room. ’

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What are the latest dressing room trends?

'The current trend is for 'his and hers' dressing rooms. Sleek, masculine black walnut with mirrored detailing creates an ideal masculine look, while a hand-painted collection with exquisite details such as mother-of-pearl and silver has a more feminine feel. Beautiful materials also help create a glamorous dressing space.' 

'Examples of these include antiqued mirror, silver leaf and opalescent paint finishes for cabinetry and glass dressing table tops complemented by ornate handles,' says Steven de Munnich, Design Director, Smallbone of Devizes.

Thea Babington-Stitt is a Content Editor at Future. She has been an interiors journalist for nearly 10 years and has held positions at LivingEtc, Country Homes & Interiors and Homes & Gardens. Currently, she is writing for Ideal Home and Style At Home's websites and magazines.

17 dressing room ideas to inspire a super chic organized closet

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We could peruse through dressing room ideas for hours. For what is more satisfying than rows of shoes all lined up perfectly, clothes hung in color order, zero mess, zero clutter, totally dreamy. And actually, while dressing rooms were once reserved for the Cribs-esque homes, they are fast becoming a must-have for homeowners. 

'Dressing rooms and walk-in style fitted wardrobes are fast becoming one of the most desirable spaces within a bedroom.' says Rachal Hutcheson of Sharps. 'Not only offering the ultimate in luxury these spaces help to make the most of every inch of space available and can be designed to suit any room size. Because they are bespoke you can fully customize them to complement the way you dress, for instance, if you have lots of long dresses rails will be integral whereas if you love shoes, pull-out or pigeon hole storage can help you see and gain easy access to your favorite pieces.'

Another reason to love dressing rooms? As a space that is usually quite hidden away you can really indulge in the decor, experimenting with colors, prints, and ideas you wouldn't dare to use in the more frequented rooms in your home. From bold wallpapers, to neon color schemes there's plenty here to get you inspired, oh and of course, there are some practical closet organization ideas thrown in there too...

1. Assess your dressing room storage needs

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Before we delve into lots of lovely dressing room ideas that are all about color schemes and elegant wallpaper, first let's focus on the practical side of designing a dressing room. If you are starting totally from scratch you need to assess how you want to store your clothes and what layout is going to work best for you.

Good closet organization will create a dressing room that's functional and tailored to your lifestyle. Think about whether you like to fold or hang your clothes? Do you want everything on show and easy to access or hidden behind doors? How much rail space will you need v how many drawers? Factor in shoe and bag storage too, plus space for out-of-season clothes like bulky jumpers, coats and jackets.  

2. Go bespoke for the perfect dressing room

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To make the most  of your space, consider going bespoke with fitted storage that's designed for your specific space. You can they have say over not only how your cabinetry looks from the outside but also the configuration inside, so you can decide on what layout will be best for your needs.  

3. Incorporate seating into a dressing room

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If you have the space in your dressing room, adding in an ottoman, bench, or window seat not only provides a handy space to perch while you put on shoes or stare at your clothes while deciding what to wear, it can also double up as storage. Ottomans are ideal for keeping bulkier, seasonal clothes that you might still want to have easy access to like jackets and jumpers. They also make for great bag or shoe storage too.

4. Plan how to light your dressing room

Lighting might not be as thrilling as choosing a color scheme or picking the perfect hardware, but it is key to designing a functional dressing room. Dressing rooms do tend to be darker spaces and are often windowless so ensuring they are well lit is crucial. 

You will want a strong overhead light but tone down the harshness by incorporating spotlights or LED strip lights within the wardrobes themselves. This makes it easier to instantly see what's inside but also adds that glamorous, luxurious feel to a walk-in closet. 

5. Choose a grasscloth wallpaper for a sophisticated look

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A smokey grey scheme is perfect for giving a dressing room a sophisticated edge. Plus, with all that joinery going on it's nice to have some soft, subtle pattern to break up the walls of storage. A dressing room is the perfect place to experiment, so go as bold as you like, but we love this blue-toned grasscloth wallcovering with a subtle metallic sheen, it adds texture to the monochrome space and bounces more light around the space. 

6. Include a compact vanity table

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A dressing table, even if it's compact, is a great addition to a dressing room. They create the perfect space for storing small accessories, jewelry and makeup. Plus taking a vanity area into a dressing room can free up space in the bedroom too. Just make sure the space is well lit and hang a large mirror above to make it a practical as well as pretty space to get ready. 

7. Make wardrobes a stylish focal point with wallpaper

Wallpapering the doors is a really simple way to transform a dressing room, adding color and pattern. If your doors sit flush to the wall, you could wallpaper them entirely so it blends seamlessly into the wall or be inspired by this dressing room add wallpaper the whole wardrobe.  The wallpaper used in this master bedroom's dressing area is Gucci's gorgeous Heron print.

8. Wallpaper the whole space

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Have fun with a dressing room design and rather than just stick with wallpaper on the walls, take it up over the ceiling too. This is a great small closet idea especially if you opt for a busy print or a dark color as this can blur the boundaries of the room and allude to a larger space. Pick a color for the cabinets that blends in seamlessly with the walls to again make the space feel larger. 

9. Choose ink stained wood for sleek cabinetry

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If your dressing room has a narrow footprint, help expand the space by choosing darker hues. As you can see with this dressing room, it's lined with inky wooden cabinets which not only create a sophisticated, masculine vibe it also makes the room feel more open as you can't quite make out the edges of the room. Note how there's no hardware either, so nothing sticks out into the space and adds unnecessary visual clutter. 

10. Create a classic look with walnut wood

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How beautiful is this dressing room? It just oozes sophistication with the dark walnut wooden cabinetry and the plush cream carpets. It's a practical space too, with lots of lay out tips to help inspire your layout. See the mix of open and closed storage – open storage for shirts and shoes make them easy to organize and see exactly what you have. Closed storage in the form of deep, roomy drawers are ideal for clothes than get be folded away like jumpers and jeans. Valter hooks provide the perfect spot for hanging outfits for the next day too. 

11. Paint the ceiling for a pop of color

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Far more stylish and on-trend than a feature wall, painted ceilings add a splash of color to a room in an unexpected way. We love the deep orange ceiling in this dressing room, combined with the dark cabinetry it gives the space a lift, without interrupting the moody vibe going on here. The elegant retro furniture works perfectly with the contemporary color scheme too. 

12. Opt for glass fronted cabinetry 

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Floor-to-ceiling units make the most of space, but they can make a room feel quite boxy, so go for glass fronted doors to keep the space feeling more open and airy. It's also a practical decision too as you can clearly see what's in each cupboard and will (hopefully) encourage you to keep the space organized as everything will be on show.  

13. Hide clutter with a curtain

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Jordan Cluroe and Russell Whitehead of 2LG Studio agreed that they wanted to keep shoes behind a curtain in their dressing room. That way, they had the option to hide them or have them on view.

14. Divide a dressing room with Crittall doors

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Take design inspiration from your favorite boutique hotel and create a central focal point, such as a beautifully clad island or statement chandelier. Luxe materials help dial up the glamour – think multi-layered lacquers, brass, copper, engineered stone and anything with a pearlescent sheen. 

A Crittall-style partition keeps an elegant dressing room on show from the bedroom for a seamless feel between the two spaces, with the added bonus of boosting natural daylight when you’re getting dressed. 

15. Use mirrors to create the allusion of space

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It's designed 101 that mirrors expand small spaces, so be inspired by this dressing room idea and switch solid cabinetry for sliding mirror doors. See how it makes space look double the size. And for any open storage add a mirror to the back of the shelving, not only will this show off your collections it will also help create the impression the room is larger. 

16. Keep it simple with a calming color pallete 

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A sleek bank of built-in wardrobes is ideal for maximizing the feeling of space, while keeping everything in place and hidden away. Use the same neutral paint shade on furniture and walls in a velvety matt finish to create a wraparound effect that reflects light without appearing stark, then add concealed hinges, elegant hardware, a pared-back pendant, and comfy seating to complete the look. 

17. Bring in vintage pieces for a personal touch. 

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For a mix-and-match vibe that looks as if it’s taken years to put together, use contemporary fabrics and wallpapers alongside classic prints, traditional-patterned rugs and classic upholstery. Blending old and new elements will help prevent the space from feeling too contrived. 

What should be in a dressing room?

The purpose of a dressing room is mainly to provide storage for clothes, shoes, and accessories, so you want to make sure to have enough storage for your own collection. Think about how you want your clothes to be stored, do you want lots of hanging space for longer garments, roomy drawers for bulky jumpers or shelves for your ever-growing shoe collection. Do you want to include a space to get ready, in that case you'll want to add in a dressing table and storage for makeup too? Consider adding freestanding pieces like ottomans, benches or storage chests. 

'I first try to establish who is using the dressing toom (ie just wife or husband) as well, and establish generally what needs to be accommodated in terms of storage. For example, a key issue is shoes. Some people have designer ones they want prominently displayed - others want to keep them well away from the dressing  room. For the women I always try to establish what they have in the way of long hanging items as this is often overlooked. And also whether internal lighting is needed or any other extras.' advises Laurent Drouin from the Heritage Wardrobe Company .

'Ideally, I also think you should have an island as it’s a nice feature to use before getting dressed, it’s practical and maximizes space in the dressing room, by giving you more drawers in the center for makeup, jewelry, clothes.' 

How much space do you need for a dressing room?

Dressing rooms can work on a really small scale, however, we'd recommend not going any smaller than 2m x 2m. You don't have to go all round with fitted wardrobes, opting for just a span along one wall with either no doors or sliding doors will save you space and make a tiny dressing room possible. And think about location too, ideally, you want a dressing room to be situated either off a bedroom or in the adjoining room. 

Lotte is the Digital Editor for Livingetc, and has been with the website since its launch. She has a background in online journalism and writing for SEO, with previous editor roles at Good Living, Good Housekeeping, Country & Townhouse, and BBC Good Food among others, as well as her own successful interiors blog. When she's not busy writing or tracking analytics, she's doing up houses, two of which have features in interior design magazines. She's just finished doing up her house in Wimbledon, and is eyeing up Bath for her next project.

How to make a dressing room with your own hands

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1. Find a suitable place

There are separate rooms for dressing rooms only in new buildings, and even then their area leaves much to be desired. There is no need to talk about old apartments at all. So the first step is to find free or underused space.

Most often this is a niche in the wall or a closet. In this case, it will be enough to equip the storage system inside and close the opening with a door or at least a curtain.

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If there are no such places in the apartment or their area is too small, you will have to “bite off” part of the living room. There are several options here:

Ideally, the entrance to the dressing room should be from the bedroom. If the living space is very modest, the storage place can be equipped in the hallway, corridor or even on the loggia, provided that it is combined with the room and heated.

2. Prepare the space

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The next step is to clean and prepare all surfaces for further work. Completely free up the selected space: take out things, remove shelves, hangers and hooks.

If the walls are in poor condition, clean them of old plaster and wallpaper, and then level them. Also remove the old floor and put the base in order. Do not rush with the finish coat yet, you will need it later.

3. Decide on the shape

Choosing the right configuration is essential to make the best use of the available space. Depending on the number and location of storage areas, there are several types of dressing rooms.

Which one is best will depend on the space available. In this case, the more important parameter is the width of the room, the length can be any.

One-sided wardrobe

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The most modest option. Shelves are located on one of the side walls. You need at least 1.35 m of width: 60 cm for the storage area, 70 cm for the doorway and 10 cm for the door trim. If you cut it, then you can fit in 1.2 m.

A special case of a one-sided configuration - an L-shaped dressing room. With sufficient length, it is easy to expand the shelves by adding additional shelves in front of the door.

Double-sided wardrobe

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To install shelving along both side walls, you need at least 1.5 m. In this case, 60 cm will take the main storage area, 30 cm - auxiliary with shallow shelves and more 60 cm will remain for the passage. With a width of 1.75 m, you can already fit two full-fledged racks 60 cm deep with a minimum passage of 55 cm between them.

Three-sided wardrobe

If there is a width of 2 m, then in addition to two side storage areas of 60 cm, another one is added - the central one, by 80 cm. overlapping from right to left, so that you can move nearby things to the side and get to the hidden ones.

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If you're lucky enough to have a closet width of 2.4m or more, shelving can be placed around the perimeter of all walls, including the one containing the doorway.

4. Draw a sketch of the filling

Once you have decided on the location and configuration of the dressing room, it's time to plan how it will be filled. No one but you can better determine how many shelves for linen, racks for outerwear and drawers for small items. And also in what ratio it is worth distributing the available space.

It is more convenient to arrange the storage area in three tiers. At the bottom there is a compartment for shoes and bed linen, in the middle there is a compartment for clothes on hangers and frequently used items, on top there are shelves for suitcases, pillows and seasonal outfits.

Width can be arranged in any way, based on the number of clothes. The main thing is to observe the dimensions of the compartments so that everything you need fits in them. The optimal depth of the storage area is 60 cm, with the only exception being shelves for shoes, which are best done at 40 cm. But the height, depending on the wardrobe items, may be different.

Usually nothing but clothes is stored in the dressing room, but if space permits, a vacuum cleaner, ironing board or boiler can be placed there. This will be especially true if you have turned a former pantry into a closet. In small apartments, some owners even manage to hide a freezer or refrigerator in the dressing room.

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If you are planning this, be sure to calculate the required dimensions so that everything fits.

5. Choose a storage system

Shelves, holders and other dressing room contents can have a different design. In fact, there are three varieties: cabinet, modular and tubular. Each has its own characteristics.

Freestanding

In this system, shelves, side racks, drawers and everything except hanger rails are made from laminated chipboard. The details are interconnected by confirmers and can either be hung on the wall or simply stand on the floor. Sturdy, reliable, reasonably priced. It’s really possible to assemble it yourself if you calculate the dimensions and order a cutting service in the store.

Modular

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A more modern and expensive option. It is created from separate modules that are hung on hooks on a wall rail. Mesh shelves and baskets, if desired, can be rearranged at any time, arranging for changing needs. The design is very easy to assemble, scaleable and has an attractive, “airy” look.

Tubular

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The most simple and budget system of all. It is built from thin-walled furniture pipes that can be attached to walls, ceilings and floors and connected to each other using special fittings. Shelves are made of chipboard or plywood. The system is easy to assemble by yourself with a minimum set of tools.

6. Mount lighting and sockets

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Even the smallest dressing room needs a light source. Ideally, there should even be two of them: a ceiling version and lighting above the shelves.

For installation upstairs, it is better to choose built-in spotlights so as not to steal the height of the room and not to touch the chandelier with your hands when changing clothes. For shelves it is most convenient to use LED strips. If desired, you can install lamps with a sensor that will turn on when you move or when you open the doors.

You will most likely need an outlet. At least for a router or if necessary, if you plan to place other devices and equipment.

7. Consider ventilation

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In a windowless room with a lot of clothes, the air will stagnate and things may smell musty. To avoid this, ventilation must be provided in the dressing room.

The easiest way is to install louvered doors through which air will be exchanged. More complex and correct is the installation of an exhaust fan, which is connected to the central ventilation system. It starts on a timer or with the lighting turned on. The air flow is carried out through the same blinds in the door or a grate in its lower part.

If neither is possible, just leave the door at least a little ajar for air to enter.

8. Erect partitions

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If the dressing room is equipped not in a specially designated room, but in a living room, to divide the space, it is necessary to create partitions that will serve as walls.

The easiest way is to make them from plasterboard. To do this, a frame is assembled from metal profiles, which is then sheathed with sheets of drywall. If you plan to attach the storage system to the walls, then at the installation stage, reinforce the frame with mortgages from a wooden beam in the right places.

After assembly, the walls are leveled with a thin layer of putty, and then painted or wallpapered. The design, as a rule, is chosen in plain colors in light colors, so that things are clearly distinguishable against the background of the walls.

9. Make a ceiling

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In principle, even the walls of the dressing room are not visible from the room, let alone the ceiling. Therefore, if everything suits you, you can leave it as it is or just paint it. If you do everything wisely, then you need to equip a suspended plasterboard ceiling.

In addition to a more aesthetic appearance, this allows you to install compact spotlights and hide unsightly ventilation ducts.

10. Lay the flooring

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The dressing room floor can be the same as in the room or different. Laminate, linoleum, tile are suitable as a coating, and other options are possible. We considered the laying process for each material in separate articles, there are all the details and nuances.

11. Mount the storage system

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When the ceiling, walls and floor are ready, you can begin to form shelves, racks and other dressing room filling. The previously purchased and cut parts must be laid out in the next room, and then gradually assembled on site according to the instructions or a previously created drawing.

12. Install the door

By and large, you can do without a door to the dressing room, but it's better to close the opening anyway - it will be more aesthetic and protect things from dust.

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The simplest option is a thick fabric curtain or screen. More complex and correct is the installation of an interior door. It should be the same as in other rooms, so as not to stand out from the overall design. The only exceptions are special louvered doors for dressing rooms.

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The canvas can open both inwards and outwards. In a one-sided dressing room with one free wall, it will be more convenient to go inside, in all the others - outside. But if the dressing room opens into a narrow corridor, it is better to sacrifice convenience for the sake of safety and make an opening inside.

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Among other options, budget PVC accordion doors and more expensive, but convenient sliding doors, like in sliding wardrobes, are popular. The latter are also good because they can be made mirrored and used during fitting.

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How to make a dressing room in a pantry or hallway with your own hands: ideas from professionals Mr.Doors

Traditionally and for a long time it has been considered that the dressing room is just a feminine whim. Perhaps yes! It's hard to find a woman who doesn't dream of a luxurious dressing room filled with trendy and new clothes, shoes and accessories. A huge mirror with decorative lighting hangs on the wall, in the center there is a soft pouffe on a fluffy carpet... a fabulous picture!

However, more and more often a dressing room is planned not only for numerous stilettos. It needs to provide a place for the things of each of the family members and do not forget to allocate an economic corner. The task is not easy! Walk-in closets (even small ones) are a great alternative to bulky wardrobes. Another unconditional plus is their significantly lower cost! This is explained simply: the sidewalls, floor, ceiling and rear walls are simply not needed - they are replaced by the walls, floor and ceiling of the room. You can also not spend money on hinged facades and compartment doors, if it is possible to allocate an entire room - the front door will be more than enough! It remains only to think about what and in what quantities you will store in it. After the purchase, you will immediately feel how the apartment or country house will become more spacious and lighter without large closets.

In this article we will try to tell you in as much detail as possible how to make a comfortable dressing room. How to save usable space and place everything that needs to be placed. At the same time, you will learn how to make a dressing room with your own hands at home so that it is convenient for each of the household members.

How to make a dressing room: fresh ideas

The location of the dressing room directly depends on the characteristics of your apartment or country house. Someone can allocate an entire room for this venture, while someone will have to be content with a small pantry and independently make a mini-dressing room in it. However, the pantry space can also be organized in such a way that every detail of your wardrobe takes its rightful place in it.

Many people use a balcony for their dressing room! Of course, it will be necessary to insulate it. But the idea itself has a right to exist. Do not forget that the details (furniture) should not block the sunlight! Otherwise, you will certainly get a dressing room, but you will also get a dark and overcast room.

An excellent option is to organize a dressing room in the bedroom. Try not to force the bedroom with furniture. Let it be a room only for relaxation. A small chest of drawers for linen, a couple of bedside tables and a bed, of course! Here, perhaps, is all that you may need! Psychologists recommend not to purchase a TV for the bedroom and not to place a workplace with a computer in the room.

You can allocate an existing niche for a dressing room or build a niche of the required size from scratch. You can "cut off" a section of the room in a straight line, or you can break the geometry of the room by blocking off the corner! Look at the option of how to make a dressing room in the corner of the room:

Let's also see how best to make a dressing room in the bedroom behind a plasterboard wall, in the photo:

And how to make a dressing room in the pantry? Photos of such solutions can now be easily found on the Internet. Before you start planning, look at as many options as you can. Even if among them you will not find a solution that suits you exactly, the necessary idea on how to make a dressing room from the pantry will come by itself! Fantasy will be dispersed at full capacity.

Another option: fence off a small area of ​​the room with textile curtains. You can even place the bed headboard to the dressing room - also an interesting idea! The main thing is to choose the right material and color for the curtain.

Completely opposite decision - to close clothes with transparent doors or nothing at all! Beautifully hung clothes will never spoil your interior. But the order will have to be maintained daily and the risk that the clothes will be dusty immediately increases:

Another way to make a dressing room in a small room is to build a partition and close the resulting space with sliding doors. A great option on how to make a dressing room out of a small niche:

We will also show you how to make a dressing room in the hallway or in the corridor. A photo of one of the options is just below:

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Many are wondering how to make a dressing room at home. If you still decide to take this important step, then be prepared for the fact that a lot of time and nerves will be spent. To begin with, you will have to be patient and study the results of the search on the Internet. Step by step instructions will be of great help to you. However, we dare to assure you that if you can make a small dressing room on your own, then for more serious tasks it is better to turn to Mr.Doors professionals.

With over 20 years of experience in designing and installing bespoke furniture, we are able to bring even the most complex design projects to life. If you still can’t imagine the final result, then our specialists will be happy to offer you several planning options and tell you how to make a dressing room correctly and beautifully. We will show photos of ready-made solutions and create a completely unique design project for you. Well, and about how to make doors to the dressing room, no one knows better than us.

If you still start thinking about how to make a dressing room in an apartment (for example, in Khrushchev), look at the photos of our products and weigh everything carefully again!

How to make a wardrobe

So, you have already discussed at the family council how to make a dressing room in a small apartment (room) and looked at a great many photos. The optimal solution has been chosen. It remains to carefully plan the interior content!

Make a list of what and how you plan to store in your future dressing room: are you used to stacking things in even piles or hanging them on a coat hanger? What clothes are more in your wardrobe - short or long? Where will outerwear be stored? Maybe you should pack it in cases and put it up high ... Think everything over! There can be no minor details here.

The presence or absence of sidewalls, floor, ceiling and rear walls depends on the characteristics of the room where the dressing room is supposed to be located, as well as on your wishes. If the decoration of the room is completed, then it is quite possible to do without this list of parts. And if you do not plan to make major repairs, then the furniture can just close the walls of the room!

When designing the interior, you need to consider who will use each particular compartment - a tall man or a small child. We will list for you the basic rules of ergonomics.

The depth of the sections must vary from 450 to 650 mm. If the depth is less, then it will be necessary to unfold the end under the clothes, if more, then the hand with great difficulty will reach the back wall and, accordingly, the things that are stored there.

Heights of open shelves can be different, but not less than 250 mm and not more than 450 mm. Under overall things and sports equipment it is better to organize spacious mezzanine shelves.

The optimal height for positioning a stationary hanger is 2100 mm (no more than 1000 mm long!). The height of the section for long dresses and coats is 1600-1800 mm. The height of the section for short items (shirts, jackets) is 1000-1100 mm. An excellent solution for placing outerwear is a hang-lift. Place it under the very ceiling and forget about the mess! A more budgetary alternative would be a regular stationary hanger installed at the very top and a sliding manipulator (a hook that allows you to throw a hanger with clothes higher).

If you want to buy accessories for your dressing room (pants, neckties, baskets, pull-out shelves), then start designing with them. After all, their dimensions are static, and it is usually not possible to place them at the very end of the process.

There are never enough drawers! It is convenient to store underwear, cosmetics, bedding and any other necessary and sweet little things in them. Place them so that the panel of the topmost drawer is no higher than 1200 mm. It is also important to arrange them so that when you open them, they do not interfere with each other and, most importantly, your movement! All drawers in Mr.Doors are only fully extended and are equipped with closers for smooth closing.

Corners are always very roomy! Moreover, it doesn’t matter what exactly you place there: a radius hanger or just open shelves.

Lighting deserves special attention. When enclosing a section of a room, it is important to provide decorative lighting. Especially if you plan to place a mirror in the dressing room!

The mirror can be inserted into a hinged facade or compartment door, or it can hang as a separate element on the wall.

Do not be afraid of bold experiments! Combine colors and materials! The front walls of the drawers can be chosen bright and glossy. Monochromatic decors are perfectly combined with wood textures. A huge range of decors and accessories will allow you to choose what is perfect for you. Own production of Mr.Doors high-gloss enamels makes it possible to choose the right shade and get a perfectly even and seamless coating. And all this in no time!

Dressing rooms in classic style are luxurious! Whether it's an entire room or just a small section of the bedroom! Elegance shines through in every line:

Turning to Mr.Doors furniture studio, you shift all the most troublesome worries onto our shoulders. At the same time, you will know at what stage your project is at the moment!

Starting with the selection of color and material for the future dressing room and until the end of the installation of the furniture set, an experienced designer will be your faithful assistant.

3D visualizations of the project will help you imagine what the final result will look like! It is impossible to build a dressing room without a detailed measurement of the room. The measurer call service is absolutely free for you. Moreover, our specialist will arrive at a convenient time for you and with a complete set of samples so that you can examine them right on the spot. This makes it easier to make a choice!

Then you will meet with the designer again in the salon, where you will already draw the project with millimeter accuracy.

When the picture is ready and all the nuances are agreed upon, a contract is concluded, an advance payment is made and the order is transferred to the reliable hands of a design engineer. The technologist will check the order and prepare the necessary drawings for production.

Finish line! Coordination of the date and time of delivery and installation. Both the delivery service and the installation masters will contact you before their arrival.

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