A wardrobe is not just a piece of furniture constructed in the house. There are types of wardrobe one builds in the house according to their needs and requirements. Choosing the right type of wardrobe can be a critical task at times. While designing the house, one always thinks about the kind of storage space they need. Different types of wardrobe can thus be used for different storage purposes. Various types of wardrobe that one designs are associated with the house aesthetically and functionally. They must amalgamate with the themes and colours in the house while matching the language of the design. Further looking at 15 ways in which the types of wardrobe can be designed in a home, we can get a wider idea of the wardrobes.
A bedroom space is always in need of comfortable storage spaces and space-saving. Along with the other furniture, such as beds and side tables, the wardrobes come as the furniture that should be space-saving along with being the storage space. Sliding wardrobes are the type of wardrobe one can easily have as a space-saving alternative for wardrobe design. This type of wardrobe saves space on its sliders, which do not require swinging space while opening. Also, these types of wardrobes look aesthetically appealing in any bedroom.
When a space has ample luxury to open the doors, this type of wardrobe can be used for storage. A hinged door wardrobe is the basic type of wardrobe used for decades as a type of wardrobe in homes. It can have a variety of options for the hinged doors to look stylish according to the theme and design of the house. This type of wardrobe gives the opportunity for a whole wardrobe to be used at once. They can be made with various materials as well as colours.
Walk-in wardrobes are the types of wardrobes that add luxury to a space in the house. They offer extra space in the house for one to use for changing clothes inside and even storing other accessories such as shoes, bags, etc. The minimum space used to build this type of wardrobe is 4 feet by 4 feet. This type of wardrobe gives you a different private space for your storage. Other wardrobes take up the space that is there in the room. Hence, providing a walk-in wardrobe would require a larger space in the room. This type of wardrobe is also a bit more expensive in comparison to other types of wardrobes.
Reach-in wardrobes are the most commonly used type of wardrobe. They are the type of wardrobes that are built in the room, taking up a minimum space of 6 feet in length and 2 feet in depth. These wardrobes are used from the front, where different kinds of doors can be used to shut them from outside. Whereas its inside structure provides a clear view of the things that are stored, they are easy to grab and use. These types of wardrobes do take up a little space wherever they are, but they are very likely for the function.
When there is no permanent stability of the owner in the house the standalone wardrobe scan be the best solution. If one does not like fixing the furniture or keeping it as it is for a longer time this type of wardrobes are the best to be used. Stand alone type of wardrobes can be easily accessible plus can be shifted whenever the need arises. Plus this type of wardrobes can be cheaper in expense than other wardrobes.
There are homes which have less amount of storage space available. Such kind of homes would always need extra storage spaces designed in their wardrobes. Loft wardrobes are the type of wardrobes that would provide extra space for the users. This type of wardrobe gives the lofts that are used for storing less used items such as suitcases, square quilts, boots, and other unidentifiable items. These type of wardrobes tucks the storage space neatly above the wardrobe hiding away the less used items neatly.
Modular Wardrobes are the type of wardrobes used in the bedroom spaces mostly to fulfill the needs and functions of the storage. These type of wardrobes offers a personalized, and dynamic approach to the storage designs. This type of wardrobe is a multifaceted piece of furniture that can be customized according to the functions in a single piece of furniture. The modular type of wardrobe has different functional modules clubbed together to perform in a harmonized manner. This type of wardrobe provides flexibility, style and functionality in a way that resonates with the modern designers.
Often when designs a wardrobe in their existing space they look towards its aesthetic appeal when it fits the room. Glass wardrobes are the type of wardrobes that shows elegance in the persona of the room. Also this type of wardrobe showcases the storage items inside giving a clear view. Glass wardrobes can be given the desired look by using various types of glasses in the shutters. These type of wardrobes can be made in all type of shutters such as sliding or hinged. As glass is a bit expensive material these type of wardrobes can be a little expensive than the regular wardrobes. This type of wardrobes can be used in bedrooms, kitchen, and libraries.
Wooden wardrobes were a part of storage areas since ancient times. These type of wardrobes often match the interior of the house. As wood was a common material in olden times mostly the wardrobes were in natural wood which were always heavy and had limitations. Since, engineered wood is easily available now in varieties of shape and texture this type of wardrobes are common as storage spaces. This type of wardrobes can be movable, or fixed, hinged or with sliding doors.
Since ancient times, metal wardrobes were the type of wardrobes that were the most affordable moving wardrobes. This type of wardrobes were easily available in the market with a few size variations. Metal wardrobes have modular storage capacities inside with hinged doors. This type of wardrobes are usually heavy in their structure and hence become less favorable. They are mostly used in the locker rooms on the schools, sports complexes, or used in libraries.
Cane wardrobes are common nowadays as the new trendy material that is aesthetically appealing. This material is useful as shutters of the wardrobes to give it a different look. Moreover, designers use this material in combination with the theme of interiors whether it be the color or material of other furniture in the room.
As wardrobes are the necessary storage spaces in the rooms there is no option of opting it out while designing a home. Laminated wardrobes are options for storage are modifiable as per the theme of the interiors in the house. There are several different laminates available with different textures and qualities that are applicable to the structures of the wardrobes made of engineered wood. This type of wardrobe is economic in terms of the expense of the construction.
Mirror wardrobes are the type of wardrobes setting the trend in the interiors of the room nowadays. This type of wardrobe can add to the exquisite space of the room. Mirror wardrobes can reflect the light in the room by giving it a different atmosphere. These type of wardrobes, not only gives a space for storage but extra looks to the room. It makes the interiors of the home more inviting and refreshing for the users.
In today’s times there are less amount of spaces available in a home. People are inclining more and more towards the concept of less is more. In addition, they also require more in terms of functions served by any piece of furniture. Hence, wardrobes with TV unit in it are trend setters in bedrooms and other rooms where needed.
Having another purpose along with the storage space can act as a very efficient type of wardrobe. This type of wardrobe gives numerous opportunities as the storage unit along with the study table inscribed in it. When one has a small kids room where the provision of both a wardrobe and study table is necessary, this type of wardrobe can be very useful.
As designers keep on finding something and the other to incorporate into their designs to set new trends in the living these types of wardrobes can be a driving factor. When one chooses from the type of wardrobes as the piece of furniture in their designs one can design a lot of possibilities. In addition to the new looks, and themes by these types of wardrobes there are varieties of storage options available. Where type of material and the structure differentiates the type of wardrobes they also be available in different budget options for the users. Choosing the type of wardrobe can be a tedious task for the users. By looking at these 15 types of wardrobes one can easily choose the structure, material, look and expense according to their priorities.
Content Writing And Research By: Ar. Rajeshwari Pandya Modi
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