In any home, sooner or later the problem of storing things arises. Typically, cabinets are used for this, but as practice shows, it will be much more effective to equip a dressing room. It is not at all necessary to occupy a large room for this. To create a compact storage system, 2-4 square meters will be enough. m. But at the same time, it is important that the dressing room fits harmoniously into the interior of the room with which it borders.
Arrangement of a dressing room in the pantry
Even in a small apartment, where the bedroom is very small, there is usually a storage room with an area of 1-2 square meters. m. Many of us simply ignore it, but it turns out that you can easily arrange a dressing room here. To do this, it is enough to supplement it with side shelves, a mezzanine, drawers and a metal pipe for hangers. This is enough to create a good alternative to a wardrobe with your own hands.
If such a storage room is located in the corridor, it can be equipped for storing outerwear, shoes and bags. This will make it possible not only to free up space in the rooms, but will also be an excellent solution from a hygienic point of view.
Wide opportunities open up for those who have a large storage room in their apartment. But in addition to placing storage systems here, it is worth taking care of high-quality ventilation, which will act as a protector from unpleasant odors and moisture.
Location options
Proper design of space will help in creating a functional, cozy and comfortable dressing room.
Dressing room in a niche
A wardrobe can be easily equipped in any unoccupied and irrationally used niche. This creates a simple open-type dressing room or a built-in closed wardrobe that can accommodate a lot of things.
The photo shows the design of a wardrobe built into a niche.
Dressing room at the entrance to the room
It is a fairly common option for a dressing room. This arrangement provides convenient storage of clothes, which are always within reach before leaving the room.
The photo shows a bedroom with a walk-through wardrobe located at the entrance.
Wardrobe area inside the room
Wardrobe layout
There are several options for planning a dressing room. They all depend on the amount of free space inside, doors and windows, as well as the personal preferences of the home owners. Each layout has its own characteristics and is suitable for a specific type of room.
Linear
This type of dressing room is very similar to a regular wardrobe. The only difference is the presence of a sliding door. This option is used for rectangular rooms and is installed around a doorway or along a blank wall.
Parallel
This option can be used in a long corridor, where there is a window or a large mirror opposite the door. In this case, the hangers and shelves will be opposite each other along the walls. The capacity of such a dressing room is enormous. In addition, due to the fact that all things are located in plain sight, access to them is not difficult. If there is a doorway in such a corridor, then the issue of creating special lighting and ventilation is resolved by itself.
U-shaped dressing room
This layout option can be called optimal for a large dressing room. It will be much more convenient to use the side parts if the length of the central part is at least 1.5 m. A chair, ironing board and mirror can also fit here.
Corner layout
A similar dressing room can be placed in rooms with a small area. Thanks to the perpendicular placement of storage systems, you can store twice as many things here as in a regular closet. Sliding doors are used to separate the dressing room. If the room has a large height, then it is permissible to use screens, curtains or partitions with an opening for a door made of plywood or plasterboard.
Selecting functional add-ons
In addition to the basic equipment, the wardrobe is complemented by other auxiliary items.
- Ironing board. When folded, the ironing board remains completely invisible, since it is usually hidden in a niche or narrow cabinet in one of the sections of the dressing room. For such an additional element, you need to think about the location of the outlet, and choose a place where you can place the iron, taking into account safety rules.
- Mirror in the dressing room. The dressing room space can be equipped with several mirrors, providing views from different angles, or you can install one mirror sheet that reflects the silhouette in full height. A very convenient option are huge cabinets with a mirrored facade.
- Dressing room with dressing table. A dressing table with all the attached attributes will make it easier to create an image. Since, thanks to this element, it is possible to combine the application of cosmetics, fitting of outfits and jewelry in one place.
- Dressing room with sofa. A soft sofa not only serves as a relaxation area, but also provides a comfortable place to place things, combine clothes and create suitable ensembles.
- Organizers for small items. Thanks to additional organizers, organized storage of small items is created. Jewelry, various decorations, belts, ties, etc. will always be at hand.
The photo shows the design of a separate wardrobe with a dressing table.
In order to easily get the necessary things from the upper tier, a folding stepladder is installed in the wardrobe. In a small dressing room, the stairs can be replaced with a regular stool or chair.
How to arrange storage systems in a dressing room
Before installing furniture in the dressing room, the room needs to be prepared. First of all, it should be dry here, so you need to create ventilation. It is not recommended to create a storage room in a corner of the building that is prone to getting wet and not illuminated by sunlight. It is undesirable for it to have a common wall with the kitchen and bathroom. If there are no windows, then for ventilation you can install a fan that can turn on automatically after a certain period of time.
It is equally important that the dressing room is protected from the penetration of foreign odors. Bags filled with dry aromatic herbs will provide the room with a pleasant smell. And to protect things from insects, essential oils are used.
Storage systems can be purchased or made independently. In order for all things to be conveniently placed, you need to calculate the number and sizes of the required compartments. For example, for women it is important that the height of the hangers allows them to store their dresses, including long ones. Therefore, they must be at least 1.8 m. For storing men's jackets, 1.2 m will be enough. The size of the shelves should be within 30-35 cm. The depth of the cabinet may be affected by the width of the shoulders. Therefore, it is usually 50-70 cm.
The top of a closet is usually used to store blankets, pillows, bags and seasonal items. Umbrellas, gloves, hats and bags can be stored slightly above eye level. The middle part is occupied by shelves and hangers, under which drawers for linen are installed. The bottom tier will be occupied by shoes. It is most convenient to store it on rotating structures or on shelves, the angle of which is 45-60 degrees.
To make it easy to find the right thing here, the dressing room must have high-quality lighting. Lamps with warm or neutral light are ideal. LED spotlights mounted in the shelves would not be out of place here. Conventional lamps can be replaced with small spotlights that can be directed in any direction.
Finishes and materials
When decorating a dressing room in an apartment or house, preference is given to both natural and environmentally friendly materials and artificial finishes, which are more economical and budget-friendly.
- Floor. For the floor in the dressing room, a warm covering in the form of parquet, linoleum or laminate is usually chosen.
- Walls. The surface of the walls is painted, decorated with inexpensive plaster or covered with paper wallpaper. The surface can also be finished with practical and durable wooden panels that have an attractive design or plastic products that have a large number of color and texture options.
- Ceiling. A smooth, light coating will look great on the ceiling in the dressing room, which can be achieved by painting, whitewashing or using hanging panels and stretched fabric.
The photo shows a parallel wardrobe with a floor lined with natural parquet boards.
For lovers of unusual design, it would be appropriate to decorate the walls with prints in the form of your own photographs or paste photo wallpaper with a beautiful image.
Project
Initially, measurements are taken and options for installing drawers and shelves are selected. You can use prepared drawings of the dressing room or use the Internet.
The Internet offers many programs with which you can sketch a project. The most popular are “volumetric”, “basic furniture maker” and “PRO100”.
Choice of colors
If you have a limited number of square meters, it is better to choose a light-colored dressing room design. White colors will not only visually expand the room, but will also become a neutral basis for jewelry and clothing.
The photo shows the interior of the dressing room, designed in gray tones.
The most popular and suitable are beige, gray, brown or milky shades. To create a bright background that will shine through open shelves and racks, red, blue, turquoise, yellow or fashionable purple tones are suitable.
The photo shows a beige color scheme in the design of a small separate wardrobe.
Entrance
The dimensions for the entrance area must be at least 80 cm. Depending on the individual characteristics, a door, sliding door, accordion or curtains are installed.
Mirrored doors are perfect for a miniature dressing room. If due to the size it is not possible to do the fitting inside, then it can be done nearby.
What you need for work
It is very convenient to arrange a dressing room in an already finished room (for example, in a closet). However, this situation does not always occur - more often construction starts from scratch. To work, the master will need a number of tools:
- Jigsaw for working with wooden surfaces.
- A plane and sandpaper are used to sand the surfaces.
- Moisture-resistant oil is a universal composition that gives wood resistance to moisture, rot, fungus and pests.
- Compositions for decoration (paints, acrylic varnish, PVC films or decorative veneer).
- Fastening kits. Shelves and racks are connected to each other using self-tapping screws, metal corners, and dowels.
- Additional accessories in the form of hooks and racks can be purchased at any construction supply store. There, the master will have to buy rotary fittings, grooves, rollers, and handles for installing doors.
- A tape measure, building level, pencil or marker are indispensable assistants in any independent work.
If you plan to work with metal structures, you should stock up on a grinder, welding, and anti-corrosion compounds in advance.
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Pre-treatment of all surfaces can significantly extend the life of products, cabinets, and shelves. For inexperienced craftsmen, it is better to first watch a series of training videos on how to make a dressing room in a room.
Modern Design Ideas
A fashionable interior trend is to install an island in the middle of the wardrobe. Thanks to the island module, it is possible not only to emphasize the aesthetics of the surrounding space, but also to make the room more functional. The central part of the room is equipped with entire complexes that allow you to store things, relax and carry out cosmetic procedures.
A luxurious ottoman will fit perfectly into a spacious dressing room in a house or apartment, on which you can relax comfortably.
The photo shows the design of a dressing room combined with a balcony in the interior of the apartment.
Proper lighting
For this room you need to choose lighting as close to daylight as possible. Installing halogen or diode lamps that do not distort colors will help with this.
It is appropriate to equip a small dressing room with compact light bulbs or built-in lamps, which can be located in any area of the room. In the wardrobe, you should consider multi-level lighting with LED strips, track lamps and sconces.
The photo shows a dark dressing room equipped with LED lighting.
