A lot changes throughout life, but the desire to look beautiful and highlight one’s social status in a unique way remains unchanged. Clothing helps greatly in solving the problem. At the same time, it is important to monitor not only the style and prestige of the things themselves, but also to ensure their neat appearance, maintain their shape and integrity. These parameters largely depend on the created storage conditions, for example, an equipped separate room or the organization of a dressing room in the bedroom, living room, or pantry.
When building a large mansion, the project can include a special room for storing personal accessories, equip it with good ventilation, a system for maintaining the desired temperature, and general and local lighting. However, for small houses or apartments this approach is practically impossible. But even in cramped conditions, for example, in your own bedroom, you can organize a compact and functional dressing room.
Advantages and disadvantages
Napoleon was the first to propose the idea of locating a dressing room in the bedroom. He had a great desire for organization and order, so he considered this solution optimal. It is worth noting that this placement option has its advantages and disadvantages; let’s try to consider them in more detail.
Advantages:
- saving time (a short distance from the bed reduces the time for getting ready);
- Possibility of use by several family members;
- unused space in the living room and other rooms;
Disadvantages: a dressing room in a small bedroom will impede movement around the room;
As we can see, there are much more positive aspects. As for the downsides, today specialists are able to organize the space so that household members do not have difficulties moving around.
In a separate room
A separate room, as a rule, is equipped with a door; giving preference to this option for placing a wardrobe, you don’t have to worry about clutter.
- To equip a secret entrance, install a canvas with loops that are decorated to match the interior.
- The door is made in the same color tone, the handles are made invisible and a mirror is installed.
The advantage of this solution is the presence of a window in such a dressing room.
Built-in wardrobe
The practicality of this option lies in maximizing space filling. Shelves occupy the entire area from floor to ceiling, which makes it possible to place all the necessary things.
It is worth noting that ordering a dressing room in the bedroom is quite easy and simple. You can easily select and order furniture to suit any size.
Corner dressing room
This option, first of all, it is worth noting, allows you not to use a large area for its placement.
- Nearby, as a rule, a bed and a women's dressing table are placed, all at the choice of the owners.
- The corner dressing room differs significantly from other dressing rooms in that it perfectly accommodates all the necessary and necessary things.
- Any corner is suitable, this space can be different, with a different number of doors, closed or vice versa.
A dressing room placed near a wall with a window
A very unconventional and original location option. Its significant drawback is that such a dressing room will occupy a significant area of space. Therefore, it cannot be called rational.
A way out of this situation may be to install the structure to the right and left of the window and above it. In this case, the area near the window will look very unusual and original.
Color and design of the dressing room
The room should not attract much attention. Essentially, this is a clothing warehouse, which is recommended to be given an aesthetic appearance. It is advisable to arrange everything so that after the reconstruction the bedroom does not seem limited.
If this utilitarian room occupies several square meters along one wall, it can be decorated in different ways:
- like a hidden wardrobe behind sliding mirrors;
- in the form of a “showcase” behind glass (preferably smoky translucent, stained glass or sandblasted with patterns);
- the classic “furniture” option is behind wooden doors of the same format, like the “wall”.
Sliding wardrobes can hardly be called dressing rooms. But if you choose a large option, complemented by practical sliding doors, you will be pleasantly surprised by its practicality.
In a small bedroom, designers recommend using highly reflective materials. This has a light floor and ceiling, as well as mirrored doors.
The minimum area of the dressing room should be 2-3 sq.m., but for a linear type of construction such a distance will not be enough.
In a room on the north side, it is advisable to compensate for the lack of sunlight with golden and yellowish tones. If it is textiles, it is better to take satin, organza or other synthetics with a crystalline sheen. In the southern bedroom, matte fabrics or matte doors are preferred.
The only drawback of such dressing rooms is that the things in them must always be kept in perfect order.
Wardrobe-wardrobe
A wardrobe-wardrobe is a common location option for many, which is also convenient. As a rule, buyers purchase a wardrobe, which is a budget and practical option. It is widely used and is considered one of the inexpensive options.
A wardrobe in a niche is the most economical option, since the work itself can be carried out without the involvement of specialists, and plasterboard is a relatively inexpensive, but at the same time, durable and high-quality material.
Corner design - this option is intended for true aesthetes, as it looks impressive and original. In addition, a corner dressing room in the bedroom will provide spaciousness and the ability to accommodate a large number of things. The space with a corner design will be fully utilized, which will help eliminate the appearance of “dead zones”.
When planning, a key factor is the size of the bedroom closet.
Zoning features and location selection
Work on the placement of a dressing room begins with design. It is important to maintain ergonomics and not break the geometry. The location depends on the layout of the room and the availability of free space.
Wardrobe installation options:
- inside the pantry;
- in a corner, niche;
- in the area between the window and the door;
- on the balcony, in the loggia;
- at the end of the wall.
If there are no separate adjacent extensions, you will have to allocate space inside the bedroom. Various placement methods have been invented. The most popular type of storage is linear. It is placed along the wall. The standard width of the structure is 1.2 m. But for modest spaces, the idea of a mini-wardrobe is suitable. To separate from the common room, plasterboard partitions and decorative curtains are used.
A wardrobe built into a niche is a classic option. It does not take away useful space from the bedroom and fits discreetly into the design. You can hide the internal filling with facades that repeat the texture of the walls, mirrors, a false wall with a built-in TV, frosted glass, etc.
For small rooms, it is recommended to install a corner dressing room. A depth of 1 m is sufficient for it. In a typical layout, a place is allocated to the side of the entrance.
If there is a wide corridor in front of the room, a walkway, then the wardrobe is built inside along both walls. A minimum of 80 cm is left between hangers and racks for free movement. Open storage systems are used for arrangement, since partitions take up space and visually narrow the space.
Designers offer different technical solutions. Thanks to modern materials and numerous storage systems, you get a convenient space for things that does not violate the integrity of the bedroom interior.
Types of doors
A wardrobe in the bedroom with hinged doors will provide convenience and comfort, providing protection from insects and sunlight. Also, such doors have a low cost and aesthetic appearance.
The disadvantages include the fact that large space is required to open the door, since the procedure of opening the door implies additional space.
Accordion dressing room - this dressing room is distinguished by its originality and unusualness. A significant disadvantage is that often, due to the abundance of slats and fittings, it ceases to function. Therefore, experts recommend purchasing a dressing room with this design exclusively from reputable manufacturers.
A wardrobe in the bedroom with sliding doors or a familiar wardrobe has long won the appreciation of buyers. The process of sliding the doors apart is carried out using a mechanism consisting of aluminum guides.
This dressing room has a presentable appearance and is highly durable. This option is also characterized by high wear resistance and excellent quality.
A dressing room with a rotary door is a very interesting modern option that would look appropriate in a fusion or high-tech interior. The door opening process is ensured by a rotating mechanism around its axis.
Wardrobe material
A dressing room is an opportunity to show your creativity and organically fit wardrobes and hangers into the interior of your personal space, as in the photo.
Construction of a full-fledged insulated wardrobe is a painstaking and costly undertaking. Planning it seems to many to be an exciting and creative process.
For some, the ideal solution would be an open modular format behind a translucent curtain or string curtain.
For others, the option with a full-fledged built-in wardrobe is more suitable - with many autonomous compartments and modern equipment.
If you need a full-fledged “dressing room” with mirrors, then you can separate something like a display case behind glass, where there is enough space for trying on.
If the owner of things is closer to the idea of converting the bedroom into a classic boudoir, then there is no point in building glass partitions.
Curtain fabric and ceiling cornices are the basis of zoning.
Constructions made of plastic, gypsum plasterboard and aluminum profiles look good in a modern interior.
You can separate part of the room with sliding “accordions” made of metal or stained glass.
Interior arrangement
An important factor when buying or creating a dressing room is the organization of space. This is a division into zones that allows you to distribute things for different purposes in a certain place. So, we can distinguish the following zones:
- area at the bottom - designed for storing shoes, shoe boxes, parts and accessories for boots.
- middle zone - this area is intended for arranging clothes for everyday wear. This area also includes shelves for storing headrests, scarves, and gloves - they are located higher.
- The upper area is necessary for storing those things that are not used regularly.
How to make a dressing room from plasterboard with your own hands
In such a dressing room there is enough space to store not only personal clothes. It will fit bed linen, an ironing board, an iron, a vacuum cleaner and other household appliances. It is better to make a room for placing things from plasterboard. It is strong enough to support the weight of shelves and clothes.
First of all, a project for the future dressing room is created, areas that will need to be fenced off are marked. Then, according to the drawing, the markings are transferred to the walls. The next step is to build the frame and lay the electrical wires. In order for the structure to take on a complete look, it must be sheathed with plasterboard.
Color palette
It is known that color directly affects a person’s emotional state, so the key factor when creating a dressing room is its color. Of course, first of all, experts recommend focusing on the color scheme of the room itself.
For a bedroom, as a rule, designers recommend creating the same type of palette without sharp transitions. You can also use a harmonious palette, which involves a balance of organically combined shades. For example, if the room is made in yellow and light green, a wardrobe in the bedroom in brown or camel color will look good.
Accommodation in a small bedroom
In small rooms it is recommended to use a niche or storage room. For a more comfortable placement of the dressing room, its space is located in the corner, also one of the options is to separate a part along the wall.
To leave additional space in the room, doors are used as curtains, they make the room lighter, and partitions or glass systems are also used as a replacement for doors.
Mirrors will perfectly expand a small room. To preserve the area of the room, the wardrobe is made on the loggia or balcony, if there is one.
Style
Of course, the dressing room in the bedroom should match the style of the room itself. Let's introduce some basic aspects and properties of styles.
- High-tech, loft - if the room is made in these styles, when arranging the dressing room you should use mirrors or tinted glass, the color palette or pattern should match the walls. This is a modern dressing room in the bedroom, characterized by laconicism and originality.
- Classicism and neoclassicism are distinguished by an abundance of straight lines and pointed corners.
- Minimalism - this style is characterized by simplicity and practicality. As a rule, the decor is not replete with a large number of intricate elements.
- Rustic is a sophisticated style that not every family can afford, since it requires the use of natural, high-quality materials. But these costs are compensated by the magnificent appearance.
- Pop art - this style manifests itself in bright, colorful colors and natural finishes.
Wardrobe dimensions
After choosing a place for arrangement, you should start designing the room: calculate the depth, width, and divide the internal zones. You will need to make a drawing of the room and interior arrangement, because the area of the booth must be sufficient for movement and searching for things in boxes and drawers.
To determine the length of the dressing room part of the room, you need to find the sum of the lengths of all the cabinets that will be installed there.
The minimum comfortable area of a full-fledged cabin is 3 square meters, although there are different dimensions, as it depends on the living space. The depth is calculated as follows: the width of the passage is added to the depth of the shelves, ideally at least 1 meter. If there are doors and drawers, their depth also needs to be increased. The length of the room depends on the chosen type and capabilities of the bedroom, the minimum figure is 1.2 meters.
When the dressing room is in the corner, you can place a dressing table or bed next to it.
The size of a walk-in wardrobe such as a built-in wardrobe is smaller due to the lack of space for movement. Minimum depth 0.45 meters, length up to 3 meters. A booth with an area of 6 square meters is an unaffordable luxury in a small space, but if you wish, you can give free rein to your imagination even on 3-4 square meters.
If the cabinets are located opposite each other, then only the length of the larger device needs to be calculated.
Additional Information! Provide the following areas: for outerwear, trousers, shirts, linen, shoes, ironing board, iron, out-of-season clothing, bags, small items.
No matter how beautiful a large closet is, it remains bulky and will not accommodate as many clothes as a dressing room can. In addition, having a separate storage space will significantly reduce the time it takes to get ready before going out, since all the shelves are in front of your eyes and you don’t need to run from the wardrobe to the chest of drawers in search of the things you need.
It is quite difficult to give clear recommendations on dressing room zoning - you need to do it in a way that is convenient for you.
Finishing
Exterior finishing can be done using plasterboard. This material is strong and durable. For interior decoration, you can use wallpaper, wood panels, and ordinary paint.
It is advisable to use tiles as a floor covering, since they will not contribute to the accumulation of dust and dirt, and they can also be easily washed, which is an advantage, which cannot be said about carpet.
How to properly arrange a dressing room
Lighting is an equally important and integral detail. If the space for the dressing room is sufficient, it is recommended to install lamps. If you want even more light in addition, then use backlighting or special lamps.
Good quality ventilation is as important as proper lighting. Mirrors give the dressing room a complete look; as a solution, it is proposed to equip it with mirror sheets on the floor; they make it possible to see yourself in full height.
To decorate your wardrobe, you need to select exactly the same materials that are present in the style of the bedroom and are combined with it. Wallpaper is glued to walls, panels made of plastic or wood, and ceramic tiles are also used. The cladding should be done with linoleum or laminate.
Use a carpet, chests, baskets or beautiful boxes for a more cozy look in your dressing room. Hang clothes in a way that makes them look unusual, such as hanging them by color or having a predominance of shoes and dresses that stand out when backlit.
Successful layout
The design of a bedroom with a dressing room should, first of all, be practical and convenient. To do this, you should be guided by the space in which you intend to place the dressing room.
If this is a dressing room in a small bedroom, then the optimal solution would be to install a wardrobe, a corner structure, or build a dressing room into the bedroom.
If maximizing space saving is not your primary goal, you can afford a closet with opening doors, an accordion closet, or other options that do not require a lot of space.
Options
The wardrobe will put away all your clothes in a coherent manner and will not take up much space in the room. Not only can it be quite compact, but there can also be a dedicated room for it. If you have a narrow bedroom, a wardrobe will work well for it.
- Wardrobe-wardrobe. This is a large structure that includes sliding doors. Such a wardrobe can be optionally equipped with lighting inside so that you can quickly find the right thing.
- Built-in. Allows you to stylishly complement any bedroom, such a dressing room is made with the installation of shelves and drawers, the advantage is that it is a small part of the space, in contrast to large closets that clutter up the space of the room.
- Behind the screen. A wardrobe with a screen creates an atmosphere of comfort and warmth. If you want to change something in your bedroom, add an accent in the form of a screen or curtain, it will decorate and complement the interior.
- Checkpoint. This option, if it is organized successfully and correctly solves the problems that have arisen in interior design. Try this solution if you have a small bedroom. To save more space, build shelves in your closet. If you find it difficult to choose a door, then you should give preference to sliding doors.
- Open. In most cases it consists of metal; a frame made of it is attached to the walls. This model is available in a wide selection and different design options are available upon request.
This solution will help to create a simple bedroom design, but it is worth noting that in order to constantly keep things in order and open, it is best to buy organizers.
Parallel layout
This layout involves placing storage systems opposite each other. This method can be used when two family members live in the bedroom.
Thus, it will be possible to differentiate the clothes of one family member from the clothes of another, which is an undeniable advantage of this design. This may not be the best option for a bedroom as it creates unnecessary clutter.
How to choose a place for a dressing room
Crowding sometimes seems like an obstacle to decorating a dressing room, but rational use of every square space will allow you to carve out an area for such an idea. In addition, after its implementation, there will be no need for bulky cabinets throughout the house. It is generally accepted that a niche is a universal place for a cubicle, but such a concept does not exist, because for some it is more convenient to place a bed or gymnastics equipment in a niche. In addition to the corners and free walls of the bedroom, various zones in the apartment are suitable for arranging a “family closet”.
To make the contents of the drawers visible, you can use transparent plexiglass to make doors.
- Many people inherited a storage room from the past. Cramped and gloomy, it does not evoke the necessary associations. However, this is a completely suitable area, since it is already isolated, all that remains is to bring everything to mind: order storage systems, improve lighting and add a mirror. Let these 1.5 square meters be better equipped for the benefit of the whole family than for storing tomatoes for the winter.
It’s customary to put seasonal items on the top shelves, so you don’t have to worry about decorating them.
- If the bedroom has access to a loggia, then it can be insulated and reconstructed for storing clothes. The reconstruction will not take up a single centimeter of living space.
One of the most popular options is an open dressing room. It does not narrow the space of the room and allows you to constantly see all the outfit options and plan your looks at any time.
- You can build a closet into an impenetrable nook in a cramped hallway. There will be no place for changing clothes, but the property of all family members will fit.
It is better to leave free space at the bottom where you will store all your shoes directly in the boxes.
- Asymmetry in the room can be corrected by organizing the dressing room behind the curtain in the bedroom in the wrong area.
The most accessible shelves should be wide enough - they contain those things that are constantly worn.
Photo of a dressing room in the bedroom
Dressing room interior lighting
Lighting is an important component of a compact DIY wardrobe. In a dark corner it is difficult to find the right thing and evaluate the image in all its shades when trying it on. Often, a found element of a fashionable “look” (ensemble), which has been lying around for several months, has a wrinkled or stale appearance. This cannot be noticed in the evening with a dim light bulb removed.
Such dressing rooms can be supplemented with internal lighting.
Helpful advice! The best type of lighting is diffused. This can be achieved by combining several light sources of low power.
Several point diodes can be mounted inside the cabinet. They do not heat surfaces, so they are absolutely safe. There are special spotlights with suction cups that are attached to the furniture surface. A battery is built into their base to power the lamp; they are turned on by touch.
This is a very convenient way of lighting, however, such lighting cannot be called economical.
If the dressing room takes up a lot of space in the bedroom, you will need adequate lighting. This is convenient and economical, but it is better to contact a specialist to properly connect the lighting. If this is not enough, you will need additional lighting in the form of a fluorescent or economical matte lamp.
It is recommended to install a diode strip under the ceiling around the perimeter.
What to consider?
Before you take on a bedroom project with a dressing room, you need to come up with design ideas and work them out taking into account the structural and technical features of the room.
When arranging a dressing room, it is important to use the space rationally:
- After the assessment, you can accurately determine the design of the storage system, its size and content in order to fit as many things as possible in a small area.
- Having thought through the design of the section, you can plan the lighting and install additional sockets.
- If the room looks cramped, use techniques to visually expand the space. These could be mirrors, color combinations, open storage systems, ceiling-high shelving.
- The style of the dressing room and the bedroom must match; in fact, the first and second are a single whole, although separated into two parts.
Interesting bedroom layout ideas with a dressing room:
The best way to organize a dressing room on part of the bedroom area is an individual project, which takes into account all the vertical and horizontal features. You can do some of the work yourself, but entrust the most difficult part to specialists. You can see illustrations of implemented projects in the photo gallery and borrow something for yourself.
Layout and internal content
When planning designer wardrobes, the size of the room is first taken into account. For example, a triangular one is suitable for small city apartments, while a five-walled one will require more space. Regardless of the configuration, it is necessary to consider lighting and ventilation. If the dressing room is small, a central ceiling lamp will be sufficient; a larger structure can be additionally illuminated using LED strips mounted in the corners or under the shelves. Ventilation or exhaust hood will provide ventilation to clothes and eliminate odors.
The interior content of the dressing room depends on the things that are planned to be placed in it. As a rule, shelves, rods, drawers and regular drawers are installed in such a room. Each element is intended for a separate group of things:
- Shelves of various widths. It is impossible to imagine a wardrobe without shelves. They are convenient for storing stacked items, as well as placing boxes and drawers with small items.
- Bars for storing things on hangers. When placing this element, it is necessary to take into account the length of the clothing. Rods for shirts can be hung in two levels; long coats and dresses will require a larger height commensurate with them.
- Shoe systems. These can be drawers, clips or retractable shoe racks. The most economical placement is to place boxes of boots on straight shelves installed without tilting.
- Drawers and baskets. Small compartments are used for storing underwear; deeper compartments will fit sheets and towels perfectly.
- Organizers for small items. Trays for small items come in fabric and plastic, retractable and rotating, hanging and mounted on a shelf.
- Systems for certain wardrobe items, accessories. If the owner prefers classic suits, it makes sense to provide a trouser holder, as well as a holder for ties and belts.
Types of wardrobes, features of filling
Shelves
Rods Shoe systems Drawers and baskets Organizers for small items
Accessory systems
When designing the layout and filling of the dressing room, they are guided by the principle of zoning. The premises are conventionally divided into sections depending on the seasonality of things and their purpose. In a family of several people, it is advisable for each household member to allocate their own part of the dressing room. Based on the size of the room, it can be an entire wall or a separate shelf or rack.
For seasonal outerwear, allocate a place in the far corner of the dressing room. There you can also identify other items that are not used often: for example, a box with Christmas tree decorations. An ironing board, which can be retractable or folding, will also fit here. In this case, allocate space for an outlet.
It is advisable to equip the changing area with a chair or ottoman. In addition, a mirror should be mounted, preferably floor-length. It can be installed separately, if space allows, or mounted on the door. A mirrored sliding door would be a practical and convenient option.
Installation of a dressing room made of plasterboard
- the apartment has a guest bathroom, which can be converted into a dressing room;
- a niche in the room will be an ideal solution for this piece of furniture;
- in the children's room there are high ceilings, then you can arrange a dressing room and put a sleeping place on it, and attach a small staircase made of plasterboard;
- if a separate place is not provided in the area of the apartment, then you can slightly reduce the corridor or room, but at the same time all things will be in perfect order in the dressing room;
Options for sliding doors for a dressing room
Also, for the aesthetics of the structure, it is worth gluing all the ends of the shelves with edge tape. The work is simple, just apply the edge to the edge of the shelf and heat it with an iron; The rods are made from furniture pipe, which can be bought in a store of the required length. Drill a small recess, insert flanges into them and hang the pipe. First of all, according to the sketch, the installation location of the guide profile is marked. Typically lines are drawn using a pencil and level. If the pencil is hard to see, you can stick masking tape over the markings. You can use chop lacing, it is very easy to use, and you do not need to draw lines with a pencil; After this, you need to apply marks in those places where the rack profiles will be installed; Draw straight lines along the walls on which the profiles will be installed, using an angle and a level.
A do-it-yourself plasterboard dressing room is a convenient, practical, ergonomic structure that can accommodate the belongings of all family members. This piece of furniture can be arranged in any room, and it will fit into any interior. In addition, you can determine the number of shelves yourself and make the required number of cabinets.
A dressing room made of plasterboard in the bedroom can be located on the loggia, then you will not have to reduce the area of the room. Be sure to carefully insulate this room, since temperature changes can warp the drywall.
Features and Benefits
It is often impossible to allocate an entire room for storing things, but the problem can be solved by partitioning off a corner in the bedroom. Such a structure has numerous advantages:
- Capacity. With a relatively small size, the dressing room has space to store coats, dresses, bags, shoes and other things.
- Careful storage. Each item will have its own place for both long-term and short-term placement, clothes will not wrinkle or gather dust.
- Convenience and speed of search. Such a storage system, added to the bedroom, allows you to immediately find the necessary thing, which is especially important during morning preparations.
- Maintaining order. Wardrobe items will be neatly placed in specially designated places, and will not lie haphazardly around the perimeter of the room.
- Versatility. The dressing room is suitable for any size room, you just need to plan the shape and design correctly.
- Aesthetics and beauty. A dressing room will not only add gloss to a designer interior, but will also help disguise a defect on the wall or ceiling in the corner of the bedroom.
Capacity
Careful storage Convenient and quick search Maintaining order Versatility
