ᐅ Is it possible to combine the Ikea Pax wardrobe modularly across multiple rooms?
Created on: 14 Feb 2023 09:17
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fako41Hello everyone,
I have a somewhat specific question about the Ikea Pax wardrobe: Is it possible to combine the individual modules of this wardrobe in a way that they are not only within a single room but also spatially separated across multiple rooms? Specifically, I’m interested in whether the Pax modules are compatible to be linked modularly and functionally across two or three rooms in a household – basically a kind of wardrobe system that extends over several rooms while still functioning as a unit.
I’m curious both about the mechanical connection (can the modules be connected if they are located somewhat apart?) and the organizational/design aspect (do the design and storage space fit together well?).
This option appeals to me because I live in a narrow space with several small rooms, which I would still like to visually and functionally integrate in parts.
Thanks for your opinions and experiences!
I have a somewhat specific question about the Ikea Pax wardrobe: Is it possible to combine the individual modules of this wardrobe in a way that they are not only within a single room but also spatially separated across multiple rooms? Specifically, I’m interested in whether the Pax modules are compatible to be linked modularly and functionally across two or three rooms in a household – basically a kind of wardrobe system that extends over several rooms while still functioning as a unit.
I’m curious both about the mechanical connection (can the modules be connected if they are located somewhat apart?) and the organizational/design aspect (do the design and storage space fit together well?).
This option appeals to me because I live in a narrow space with several small rooms, which I would still like to visually and functionally integrate in parts.
Thanks for your opinions and experiences!
If you want to install multiple Pax units in different rooms, a mechanical connection across several rooms is not really feasible. The units are more designed for contiguous installation spaces. Visually, you can of course use the same model, but there is no direct connection between the cabinets in different rooms.
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daalessio14 Feb 2023 11:22Basically, the Ikea Pax wardrobes are designed as modular systems within a single room or at least adjacent areas, since the connecting components like dowels and screws are intended for close fastening surfaces. For installation across multiple, separate rooms, alternative connection methods and a consistent design approach would be necessary.
- Mechanically, modules cannot be directly connected across rooms due to the lack of stable connections and practical wiring options (e.g., for internal lighting).
- Visually, a uniform look can be achieved through fronts and handles.
- Functionally, different modules can be adapted to each room and purpose, so they work as parts of an overarching system.
Overall, it is more of a design-related than a physically modular connection.
- Mechanically, modules cannot be directly connected across rooms due to the lack of stable connections and practical wiring options (e.g., for internal lighting).
- Visually, a uniform look can be achieved through fronts and handles.
- Functionally, different modules can be adapted to each room and purpose, so they work as parts of an overarching system.
Overall, it is more of a design-related than a physically modular connection.
jan10 schrieb:
If you want to place multiple Pax units in different rooms, a mechanical connection across several rooms isn’t really realistic. Thanks for the tip.
What I’m also curious about: Are there already limitations within a single room regarding the maximum connection length or modularity? In other words, how many individual Pax units could theoretically be linked together before stability or functionality is affected?
Also: When combining units purely for visual effect—like matching color and fronts—doesn’t that lose the sense of a true connection if the units are physically separated? I ask because I’m also considering a clear, spatial division of the rooms using the furniture.
Within a room, the connection boundaries are usually determined by the structural stability and assembly instructions. Typically, up to three or four modules are connected side by side – the more modules there are, the greater the effort required for stability and alignment.
As mentioned before, the connection is made using corner brackets and screws designed for a few centimeters (inches) of depth. If you place more modules side by side than recommended, the risk of the entire structure becoming unstable increases, especially if it is not secured to the wall.
Regarding the visual unity: When the modules stand separately, they tend to look more like a series of similar furniture pieces rather than a system. Physical separation naturally creates distance, even if visually identical elements are used. This can be intentional, but it does not necessarily convey a cohesive system.
As mentioned before, the connection is made using corner brackets and screws designed for a few centimeters (inches) of depth. If you place more modules side by side than recommended, the risk of the entire structure becoming unstable increases, especially if it is not secured to the wall.
Regarding the visual unity: When the modules stand separately, they tend to look more like a series of similar furniture pieces rather than a system. Physical separation naturally creates distance, even if visually identical elements are used. This can be intentional, but it does not necessarily convey a cohesive system.
I find the idea of distributing a modular cabinet system across multiple rooms problematic, especially when continuous functionality is claimed at the same time. This contradicts the principle of modular systems as we know them from Ikea and other manufacturers.
This is where you should start: the stability requirements are strict, as the cabinets are designed for specific loads and wall fixings.
It also raises the question of whether spatial separation should imply a functional separation as well. If you really want to visually connect several rooms, this can only be achieved through a consistent design, not through a physical connection.
- Tip: Instead of focusing on connecting the modules, you should pay attention to materials and finishes that are identical in all rooms to create this unifying effect.
fako41 schrieb:
Are there already restrictions within a single room regarding the maximum connection length or modularity?
This is where you should start: the stability requirements are strict, as the cabinets are designed for specific loads and wall fixings.
It also raises the question of whether spatial separation should imply a functional separation as well. If you really want to visually connect several rooms, this can only be achieved through a consistent design, not through a physical connection.
- Tip: Instead of focusing on connecting the modules, you should pay attention to materials and finishes that are identical in all rooms to create this unifying effect.
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