I am currently planning to get a Pax wardrobe from Ikea for my small bedroom, but I’m facing the challenge of how to best design these usually quite wide wardrobes for really tight spaces. My area is about 1.50 meters wide (5 feet) and only 60 cm deep (24 inches), so very narrow. I’m wondering how to maximize storage without making the room feel completely cluttered or significantly restricting movement. Does anyone have specific tips for planning, for example regarding wardrobe depths, internal layouts, or clever combinations of materials? Ideas about open storage versus closed doors are also welcome. It’s important to me that the wardrobe remains functional, does not look too bulky, and fits well into a small room.
Nathaliemo schrieb:
I am also considering installing the cabinet up to the ceiling – but what if I have difficulty reaching the less frequently used areas? Are there practical solutions for such small rooms?Regarding your question:
- The 236 cm (93 inches) tall Pax frames do provide more storage space and are not harder to handle than the 201 cm (79 inches) versions.
- To access the upper areas, pull-out rolling boxes or foldable step ladders, which can be stored space-efficiently when not in use, are helpful.
- If you want to use the seldom-used upper compartments for storage, I recommend clear categorization. This way, the top section truly functions as an archive.
- Another option is split fronts: normal doors on the lower cabinets, with smaller doors or flaps on the upper sections that are opened less frequently.
Please also ensure the cabinet is securely anchored to the wall, especially for taller models. This is important for safety!
Nathaliemo schrieb:
I’m wondering how to make the best use of storage space without making the room feel completely cluttered and significantly restricting freedom of movement.In my view, this point is often underestimated. Creating optimal storage is important, but in small rooms, you always have to balance: how much storage do you gain versus the loss of freedom to move around?
It might be worth considering switching from one large, bulky wardrobe to several smaller, more flexible storage solutions. This way, you can rearrange the furniture depending on how you use the space. Or even think modular: individual wardrobe units with open compartments combined, so the overall look feels lighter—and the room doesn’t feel overcrowded.
I’m also not a fan of maximum depth if the room is really tight; better to have slightly less storage that is ergonomically more practical.
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