ᐅ Which Ikea PAX variants are especially suitable for shared student apartments?
Created on: 18 Sep 2024 09:37
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antau56
Hello everyone, I am moving into a shared apartment soon and am considering buying an Ikea PAX wardrobe. Since rooms in shared apartments are typically quite small and have various layouts, I’m especially interested in which PAX options you think work best for such spaces. Compact dimensions, user-friendly interior fittings for flexibility between occupants, and as much storage as possible in a limited space are important to me. Which frames, doors, and interior modules do you use in shared rooms to stay flexible and practical? I look forward to your experiences and recommendations, including any advice on the pros and cons of the different options.
Domau0 schrieb:
How much storage space do you need for clothing and other items, antau56?I would like a solution that is as flexible as possible. The focus is on seasonal clothing and shoes, with about 2-3 large hanging sections for clothes, 3-4 drawers, and shelves for folded items. A shoe rack inside the wardrobe is convenient but should not be too small. Also important is a mirror, preferably on the wardrobe door.
I was also aware that sliding doors could cause issues, but the space-saving advantage is appealing. Maybe the risk should be consciously considered. The idea of a combined solution sounds good, especially with changing housemates.
For the need for flexibility and storage space in shared apartments, the Pax system with a 50cm (20 inches) deep carcass and 100cm (40 inches) wide units has proven effective.
- Sliding doors save space and are highly recommended with mirrors when the room is tight.
- Inside, a combination of two clothes rails (one above and one below), 3-4 drawer units, and adjustable shelves for folded clothes is advisable.
- A shoe rack can be integrated into the lower section.
- A back panel with dust protection is often overlooked but helps keep things clean.
If sliding doors are not an option, hinged doors with space-saving hinges are the second best choice, as they use space more efficiently than standard doors. Also consider interior lighting to make the small shared room feel more welcoming.
- Sliding doors save space and are highly recommended with mirrors when the room is tight.
- Inside, a combination of two clothes rails (one above and one below), 3-4 drawer units, and adjustable shelves for folded clothes is advisable.
- A shoe rack can be integrated into the lower section.
- A back panel with dust protection is often overlooked but helps keep things clean.
If sliding doors are not an option, hinged doors with space-saving hinges are the second best choice, as they use space more efficiently than standard doors. Also consider interior lighting to make the small shared room feel more welcoming.
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Marcellela19 Sep 2024 09:1050cm (20 inches) depth with 100cm (40 inches) width, preferably sliding doors with mirrors. Inside: plenty of shelves and drawers, shoe rack at the bottom.
This makes the best use of space in shared apartments.
This makes the best use of space in shared apartments.
lyndon schrieb:
Sliding doors save space and are highly recommended with mirrors if the room is tight.Saving space, yes, but not always user-friendly—especially with the rotating users typical in shared apartments. A mirror on a hinged door offers more flexibility and is less vulnerable during quick moves or rearrangements. I stand by this: PAX with hinged doors, which come in various designs, are the better choice for shared living rooms.
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