ᐅ How can Pax units be optimally used in a hallway?

Hello everyone,

I am currently facing the challenge of optimizing the use of my hallway and am considering how to best utilize the IKEA Pax system there. Due to the narrow dimensions and usually limited depth in hallways, it is often difficult to create storage space without obstructing the passage or making the space feel even smaller.

I am particularly interested in practical solutions for interior organization, suitable widths and depths for the hallway, as well as potentially useful combinations with shelves, drawers, or clothing rods within the Pax. Tips on integrating mirrored doors to visually enlarge the hallway would also be helpful.

Do you have any experience with making the Pax wardrobe space-saving and functional in a hallway? Are there specific mounting options or accessories that you would recommend?

I look forward to your suggestions and practical tips!

For hallways, I recommend Pax cabinets with a depth of 35 cm (14 inches), as they take up less space. Use sliding doors if there is limited room for movement. Inside, you can use hanging rods for coats at the top and shelves for shoes at the bottom.

For optimal use of Pax units in the hallway, it is important to measure the available space dimensions precisely. Modules with a typical depth of 35cm (14 inches) are common because they provide sufficient storage in most hallways without restricting passage.

Using mirrored doors is advisable, as they visually enlarge the space and simultaneously serve as full-length mirrors. Inside, I recommend a combination of clothes rails at different heights for coats and jackets, along with pull-out drawers for smaller items such as gloves or hats.

A systematic arrangement, for example with a central section for shelves and clothes rails or drawers above and below, increases functionality. Wall-mounted installation options are preferred to ensure stability, especially for tall cabinets.

Simple solution: Use 35 cm deep (14 inches) Pax units with sliding doors. Inside, install a clothes rail at the top and shelves below. Mirror doors are practical for making the hallway appear brighter and more spacious.

Vitalij schrieb:
I am particularly interested in practical approaches to interior organization, appropriate width and depth dimensions for the hallway, and possibly useful combinations with shelves, drawers, or hanging rods in the Pax system.

An important aspect is the flexible interior design of the Pax system. For hallways, modular systems with adjustable shelves and pull-out drawers are suitable because they can be easily adapted to changing needs. A recommended mix includes:
- Hanging rods for jackets and coats
- Drawers for small items such as keys or gloves
- Shelves for shoes

Widths of 50 or 75 cm (20 or 30 inches) and a depth of 35 cm (14 inches) are usually optimal to avoid overcrowding the hallway. Additionally, mirrored doors provide a visual sense of increased space while offering practical function.

As an addition: A good idea for hallway use with Pax wardrobes is to customize the cabinet so that it reaches just below the ceiling – this way you make lasting use of the room height.

Furthermore, modular interior elements with hook rails and pull-outs are suitable for organizing changing clothes and shoes in the hallway.

Lorukeo schrieb:
Mounting options with wall fixation are preferable to ensure stability

This is essential because the hallway experiences heavy use. In addition, smart lighting, such as LED strips inside the wardrobe, enhances visibility.